We need our own state’ — Godwin Obla cries out over Idoma marginalization in Benue
Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Godwin Obla, has raised strong concerns over what he calls long-standing marginalization of the Idoma people in Benue State. Speaking at the Idoma Hall of Fame Advisory Board Inaugural Dinner in Abuja, Obla stated that the time has come for the Idoma ethnic group to have a state of their […]
Akwa Ibom: Masquerade leader, one other arrested for alleged criminal activities, public disturbance
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a leader of a masquerade group, identified as Uwem Umana, along with another suspect, for their alleged involvement in criminal activities and public disturbance. The arrests followed a distress call from a resident who reported attacks and extortion by the masked group. According to the Police spokesperson, […]
Resident doctors begin indefinite strike, shut Nigerian hospitals
Healthcare services across Nigeria have been severely affected as the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) officially begins an indefinite strike. The action follows the expiration of a 30-day ultimatum given to the Federal Government over unfulfilled agreements and unmet demands. NARD President, Dr. Mohammad Suleiman, explained that the decision was not made lightly. He […]
Anambra guber: I’ve been at corridors of governance, politics – AAC candidate
African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate in Anambra State, Chioma Ifemeludike, says her decision to contest in the November 8 election is not a sudden move into politics. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time, Ifemeludike explained that she has always been involved in governance and advocacy. According to her, her journey into […]
Akpabio Smiles, Senators Get Emotional as Natasha Invites Them to Kogi Projects Launch
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from Kogi Central has shared how senators reacted when her invitation letter was read at the National Assembly on Thursday. The letter invited Senate President Godswill Akpabio and fellow lawmakers to the inauguration of her constituency projects in Kogi State. This gesture came shortly after she returned from suspension, showing she is […]
Replace expulsion with academic reforms, give students second chance – NANS
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Joint Campus Committee (JCC) Kano Axis, has appealed to education leaders in Kano State to focus on reform and support for students instead of expulsion. The student body launched a new campaign called “Education Over Expulsion”, pushing for policies that encourage second chances for struggling students rather than […]
Again, one dead, eight rescued as three-storey building collapses in Lagos
A fresh building collapse in the Apapa area of Lagos has claimed one life, while eight people were rescued alive. The tragic incident happened on Thursday at No. 28 Baale Alayabiagba Street, in the Alayabiagba community of Ajegunle, Apapa. According to the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), the three-storey building, which had a penthouse, […]
Lagos Safety Commission disowns woman in viral video accused of extortion
The Lagos State Safety Commission has responded to a trending video featuring a woman accused of extorting business owners under the guise of enforcing safety regulations. The commission made it clear that the woman is not an employee or agent of the agency. The video, which circulated widely on social media, sparked outrage as the […]
Participants at Abuja Photo Festival seek more opportunities for women in creative sector
Participants at the Abuja Photo Festival have called for greater support and opportunities for women in Nigeria’s creative sector. The event, which brought together photographers, filmmakers, art lovers and creators, highlighted the challenges many women face in building careers in the industry. Speakers noted that female creatives are often underrepresented, underfunded, and face barriers that […]
Niger CP deploys three DCPs, personnel to three senatorial zones for Saturday council elections
The Commissioner of Police in Niger State has taken major steps to ensure peace and security during the council elections scheduled for Saturday. According to the command, three Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs) and several officers have been deployed across the state’s three senatorial districts. The deployment aims to maintain order and prevent any breakdown […]