Nigerian govt orders closure of Plateau mining site after death of 37 miners
The Federal Government has ordered the shutdown of a mining site in Zuraq, Wase LGA of Plateau State after a tragic incident left 37 miners dead. The directive was issued by Solid Minerals Minister Dele Alake following reports that toxic gas exposure caused the fatalities. Local authorities confirmed that dozens were also hospitalised after the […]
UCL: Brugge coach laments Onyedika’s suspension for Atletico’s second leg
Club Brugge manager Ivan Leko has voiced concern over the absence of Raphael Onyedika in their decisive UEFA Champions League playoff second leg against Atletico Madrid. The midfielder will miss the clash after picking up a booking late in the first leg encounter. Onyedika received the caution in the 76th minute of the dramatic 3–3 […]
Hundreds flee from Niger state to Benin Republic as bandits attacks intensify
Hundreds of residents have reportedly fled Borgu Local Government Area after fresh bandit attacks forced communities to abandon their homes. Lawmaker Abdurrahman Bala Gambo confirmed the incident, saying armed attackers stormed Konkoso town and drove villagers away before setting parts of the area ablaze. Speaking to BBC Hausa, the representative explained that most residents escaped […]
ICPC takes El-Rufai into custody after release by EFCC
Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai has been taken into custody by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission after earlier being released by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. He was moved to the commission’s Abuja office after spending about two days with the EFCC. Earlier reports suggested he had been arrested by […]
Body of missing former Kajuru LG chairman found after bandit attack
The body of former Kajuru Local Government chairman Ibrahim Gajere has been discovered after he was declared missing during a deadly bandit attack in Kajuru. The incident had earlier left several residents dead while others were abducted, throwing the community into fear and uncertainty. Sources said the family was notified after the remains were found, […]
I was forced to lie about relationship with Tonto, Churchill – Rosy Meurer reacts to old video
Nollywood actress Rosy Meurer has responded to criticism over conflicting statements about her past connection to Tonto Dikeh and businessman Olakunle Churchill. The controversy resurfaced after an old clip showed her describing the former couple as family friends. The earlier video contradicted her recent claim that she never knew or had any relationship with Tonto […]
Electoral Act: Anti-democratic, betrayal of Nigerians – PDP knocks NASS
The Peoples Democratic Party has criticised the National Assembly’s approval of amendments to the Electoral Act, calling the decision unfair and harmful to democracy. The opposition party said the move weakens public confidence in elections and ignores citizens’ demand for transparent voting processes. Party spokesman Ini Ememobong argued that lawmakers reversed earlier support for mandatory […]
Transfer: Nigerian-born defender joins Dutch club Sparta Rotterdam
Nigeria-born defender Hamdi Akujobi has completed a move to Excelsior Rotterdam on a free transfer, strengthening the Dutch side’s defensive options. The club confirmed the deal, noting that the contract runs until the end of the season with an option for an extension. The 26-year-old is currently recovering from a cruciate ligament injury he suffered […]
U.S. States Expand Ties With World Health Organization Global Response Network Following Federal Withdrawal
A growing number of U.S. states are moving to join the World Health Organization’s Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN), strengthening international public health partnerships in the wake of the federal government’s withdrawal from the United Nations health agency. On Feb. 17, Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers announced that Wisconsin will become part of the […]
Transmission Company of Nigeria warns of brief outages and schedules maintenance at Niger Substation
The Transmission Company of Nigeria has announced a planned maintenance exercise at the Niger Substation, warning residents and businesses to expect short power interruptions. The company said the work is necessary to improve network efficiency and prevent unexpected system faults. According to officials, the temporary outage will affect some communities connected to the substation while […]