Calls for emergency rule in Osun illegal, irresponsible – Lawyer
Calls for extending the emergency rule from Rivers State to Osun State have been criticized by an Abuja-based legal expert, Pelumi Olajengbesi. The suggestions, put forth by the All Progressives…
N620m fraud: Prosecution’s absence stalls Baptist church pastor’s arraignment
The arraignment of Rev. Israel Akanji, a former resident pastor of the First Baptist Church in Garki, Abuja, and five others, was delayed due to the absence of the prosecution…
VIDEO: Eyewitnesses recount horror of Abuja truck explosion that claimed six lives
A tragic accident near Karu Bridge in Abuja on Wednesday evening resulted in the death of six individuals after a truck explosion caused extensive damage. The incident unfolded when a…
Tinubu writes Reps on Rivers emergency rule
President Bola Tinubu has formally informed the House of Representatives about the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. The notification was conveyed through a letter read by…
BREAKING: Reps approve Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers, suspension of Fubara, others
The Nigerian House of Representatives has approved a state of emergency declaration in Rivers State. This decision includes a six-month suspension of Governor Sim Fubara, his deputy, and all elected…
Plateau’s 2.7% blindness rate above national average – Health commissioner
Plateau State is experiencing a concerning blindness prevalence rate of 2.7%, markedly surpassing the national average of 0.7%. The figures were revealed by the Plateau State Commissioner for Health, Dr.…
Edo, PDP clash over probe of Obaseki’s $10m spending on state newspaper
The Edo State Government is initiating a probe into the $10 million expenditure by former governor Godwin Obaseki on the state-owned Nigeria Observer Newspaper. Current Governor Monday Okpebholo unveiled plans…
Ex-Edo deputy gov faults Tinubu’s suspension of Fubara in viral video
Former Edo State Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu has publicly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s decision to suspend Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and members of the state’s House of…
Blood agency calls for blood donation for victims of Abuja accident
A call for urgent blood donations has been made following a severe accident in Abuja, where six people were confirmed dead and 25 others sustained injuries. The Federal Road Safety…
Shettima tasks lawmakers on legislation to improve nutrition
The Nigerian government is initiating efforts to address the challenges of malnutrition across the nation. The Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has called on lawmakers to focus on enacting legislation that…