A fresh attack on Wednesday night in the Hwrra community, Kwall district, Irigwe Chiefdom of the Bassa local government area of Plateau State claimed five lives and three houses. The incident happened at the time residents had retired to bed, and one survivor is now hospitalized. The National Publicity Secretary of Irigwe Development […]
A mild drama ensued in court on Friday, as several Civil Society Oganisations filed a lawsuit against the Rivers State House of Assembly Speaker, Martin Amaewhule and other 24 lawmakers. Our correspondent at the court, gathered that the argument was between two lawyers, over who would represent the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who applied […]
President Joe Biden and Republican challenger Donald Trump squared off Thursday in a debate watched by millions, and what voters saw may have sparked more questions than answers. Here are five takeaways from the Atlanta showdown. 1. Dems, we have a problem – Biden — diagnosed with a cold, according to his campaign — […]
Friday 28 June 2024 Biden struggles in fiery debate with Trump FG raises fresh N284bn as T-Bills debt hits N10tn NNPC to boost economy with $4bn gas projects FG approves disbursement of N12.9bn health care provision fund N17bn debt: Court discharges 19 banks, Afex directors face contempt Senate Will Consider Request For New Presidential […]
Mikah Suleiman, the abducted parish priest of St. Raymond Catholic Church in Damba, Gusau, Zamfara state, has pleaded for help to regain freedom. In a 51-second video clip trending on social media, Suleiman, dressed in a blue T-shirt with boxer shorts, is seen sitting on the ground while calling for help. Suleiman was kidnapped […]
President Bola Tinubu has approved the National Construction and Household Support Programme during the National Economic Council meeting on Thursday in Abuja. According to a statement issued by the presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, the programme is aimed at boosting agricultural productivity, strengthening the economy, and providing immediate economic relief for Nigerian households. Ngelale added […]
In a historic feat, Germany’s three-party centre-left coalition government has approved extensive changes to the nation’s citizenship law, ushering in a new era of inclusivity and flexibility. The law came into force on Thursday, 27th June 2024, meaning foreign residents in Germany can now apply for German citizenship after five years of residency, a […]
Senate President Godswill Akpabio says the national assembly will consider the purchase of a new presidential jet if the request is necessary. Speaking on the floor of the senate on Thursday, Akpabio said there is no request before the national assembly to appropriate money to buy a new jet. In April, President Bola Tinubu […]
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has directed the arrest of two EFCC officers accused of reportedly manhandling a female staff member at Regional Hotel in Ojo, Lagos. In a viral video online, EFCC officials dressed in plain clothes were observed forcefully entering one of the […]
The Nigerian Correctional Service has dismissed three personnel, including a Controller of Corrections, for various forms of misconduct. The action was part of a broader effort to maintain discipline and professionalism within the service. The dismissal was contained in a statement signed by the NCoS spokesperson, Abubakar Umar on Thursday. Umar noted that in […]
