Kano: Police Beef Up Security at Emir Bayero’s Palace Over Attempted Breach
Heavily deployed security forces prevented thugs from storming Emir Bayero’s palace amid ongoing emirship tensions in Kano state.
ECOWAS Commission Disowns Fake Facebook Account of President
ECOWAS has warned of a fraudulent Facebook account impersonating Dr Omar Touray, urging the public to stay vigilant.
Borno Flood: Zulum Rolls Out Palliative to 250,000 People
Borno Governor Zulum has launched a Ramadan food aid for 250,000 beneficiaries to alleviate 2024’s flood disaster impacts.
NAF: Al-Qaeda-Affiliated Extremist Groups Exploit Weak Governance Structures to Expand Influence
The NAF has said Al-Qaeda-Linked extremists are expanding their influence in Nigeria, the Sahel, urging stronger regional security cooperation.
At APC NEC Meeting, Tinubu Pledges To Work Harder For Nigeria’s Prosperity
President Tinubu, at the APC NEC meeting, pledged relentless efforts to drive economic recovery and food security in Nigeria.
NAFDAC DG: My Life And That Of Some Staff Being Threatened
NAFDAC DG Mojisola Adeyeye has raised alarm over threats to her life and staff safety amid crackdown on counterfeit drugs.
Dangote Refinery Cuts Ex-Depot Petrol Price By ₦65 Ahead Of Ramadan
Dangote Refinery has reduced PMS ex-depot price by ₦65, easing economic burden ahead of Ramadan.
Sudanese Military Plane Crash Kills 46, Including Senior Commander
A Sudanese military plane crash in Omdurman killed 46 people, including Major General Bahr Ahmed, with 10 others injured.
Zahrah Audu: Government is a Continuum, PEBEC Building on Previous Policies, Ensuring Implementation
PEBEC DG, Princess Zahrah Audu, highlights the need for continuity in government policies to sustain economic growth
Victor Umeh: Gowon Owes Igbos an Apology, Must Write A Book Telling His Side of the Civil War Story
Anambra Senator Victor Umeh has called on Yakubu Gowon to apologise to Igbos and document his role in Nigeria’s civil war.
Jonathan: Credible Elections Depend on Leadership, Not Just Technology
Former President Jonathan has emphasised that a credible election depends not just on technology but on strong political leadership.
Falana Vows Legal Action Against IBB Over Human Rights Violations
Falana vows legal action against Babangida over numerous human rights violations, including wrongful detentions and the execution of Major General Vatsa.
Kuwait Highlights Nigeria’s Inclusive Governance, Pledges Support for 200,000 Out-of-School Children
Kuwait has pledged support for 200,000 out-of-school children in Nigeria through its “Reaching Out-of-School Children” project in partnership with UNICEF.
Oyedele: States Have Untapped Revenue Potential, Must Optimise Taxes
Oyedele urges states to optimise untapped revenue sources, emphasising that FAAC is not federal allocation but belongs to all government tiers.
China-Nigeria Economic Partnership Deepens as FG Backs Canton Fair Participation
The federal government urges Nigerian businesses to attend the 137th Canton Fair to strengthen economic ties and attract Chinese investments.
Tinubu Assures Global Investors of Business-Friendly Policies in Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Sector
Tinubu has assured global investors of Nigeria’s commitment to creating a business-friendly oil and gas sector with attractive fiscal policies.
Afenifere Appoints Oba Oladipo Olaitan as New Leader, Calls for Urgent Action on Security
Excerpt: Afenifere has appointed Oba Oladipo Olaitan as its new leader following Chief Ayo Adebanjo’s passing, urging swift security intervention. Afenifere, the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, has appointed Oba Oladipo Olaitan
PEBEC: Nigeria’s Visa on Arrival Upgraded to E-Visa for Faster Processing
PEBEC says Nigeria’s upgraded Visa on Arrival system, which is now an e-visa system, will ensure approvals within 24-48 hours.
Kenya Welcomes 17 Rare Mountain Bongos From US In Major Conservation Effort
Kenya has received 17 rare mountain bongos from the US, boosting efforts to restore the critically endangered species.
CBN Policies Stabilising Naira, Restoring Confidence in FX Market, Says Rewane
Economist Bismarck Rewane has applauded CBN’s forex interventions, citing the stabilising naira and improved market transparency.
