Deadly Landslide Hits Southwest Congo, Dozens Missing
A landslide in Congo has killed at least 15 people and up to 60 others are missing.
New Electricity Act Introduces 3 Years Imprisonment Penalty for Electricity Theft, Destruction of Power Facilities
Industry operators say Nigeria could be losing up to 40 percent of electricity generation to theft, especially by unmetered customers.
EFCC Recovers N32.7bn, $447,000 in Humanitarian Ministry Probe
EFCC says investigations into humanitarian ministry has revealed fraudulent dealings involving Covid-19 funds, World Bank loan and recovered Abacha loot.
Nigerian Government Asked to Withdraw Soldiers from Yobe Town Over Killing of Three Protesters
Yobe youths have called on the federal government to withdraw soldiers from their town after alleged killing of protesters.
Kano Governor Yusuf Flags-Off Tree Planting Campaign To Combat Climate Change
Kano Governor Yusuf has flagged-off the planting of over three million trees across the 44 Local Government Areas of the state.
Pregnant Woman, Widow Arrested Over N3.2m Counterfeit Cash, Lethal Illicit Substance
Favour Peter, 24; Esther Adukwu, 27, and Ochigbo Michael, 39 were arrested in Abuja on connection with counterfeit cash.
We’ll Sustain Military Onslaught against Bandits in Zamfara, Tinubu Tells Governor Lawal
President Tinubu has requested regular updates from Governor Lawal regarding Zamfara’s security situation for effective collaboration in fight against banditry.
Nigeria Should Probe Forced Marriage Between 20 Chibok Girls and Boko Haram Fighters, Says Amnesty International
Amnesty International demands investigation into claims that the Borno State government married off Chibok girls to “repentant” Boko Haram fighters.
Yoruba Nation Agitators and Security Forces Clash in Oyo State, 3 Feared Dead
A clash between security operatives and Yoruba Nation agitators in Ibadan caused panic with roads blocked and businesses closed.
Savings From Nigeria’s Electricity Subsidy Removal To Be Reinvested in Power, Social Services, Says Information Minister Idris
Information minister Idris says 40% of Nigeria’s N1 trillion electricity subsidy benefits only 15% of consumers.
We Won’t Retaliate Killing Of Our Members, Shiites Tells Borno Police
Islamic Movement of Nigeria has described reports that it plans to embark on retaliatory attacks on police officers as untrue.
Chibok Girls: Approach International Community For Help, CAN Tells FG
CAN says the travails of Chibok girls, who have endured 10 years of captivity, cannot be swept under the carpet.
Oby Ezekwesili: Politicising Chibok Girls Abduction Helped Fertilise Kidnap Industry In Nigeria
Former Education Minister Ezekwesili calls for transparency and accountability from the government to prevent abductions in Nigeria.
Report: Nearly 55 Million People Will Struggle To Feed In West, Central Africa In 2024
A report says nearly 55 million people in West and Central Africa will struggle to feed themselves in June-August 2024.
Let’s Unite To Make Nigeria A Greater Nation, Tinubu Tells Governors, Parliament Leadership
Tinubu has proven his worth, says Ogun Governor Abiodun as Senate president Akpabio predicts a second term victory for President.
Eight Buffaloes Electrocuted In Kenya By Low-Lying Power Lines
Eight buffaloes met a tragic end at Kenya’s Lake Nakuru National Park, dying by electrocution.
Kenya Proposes Treaty To Alleviate Somalia-Ethiopia Tensions
EXCERPT: Kenya has stepped in as mediator to ease the tensions that exist between Ethiopia and Somalia by proposing a treaty.
Kidnapped Channels TV Reporter Regains Freedom
Kidnapped Channels TV reporter Joshua Rogers has regained his freedom.
Ethiopia Plans Launch Of Sexual Violence Registration System To Combat Abuse
Ethiopia aims to launch its inaugural sexual violence registration system next year, targeting abuse prevention and response efforts.
Kingmakers Nominate Akinloye Olakulehin As 43rd Olubadan
After months of uncertainty, kingmakers have endorsed Ibadanland’s current Balogun, Olakulehin, as the next Olubadan, signalling potential resolution.
