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Lagos Assembly passes University of Medicine Bill into law

The Lagos State House of Assembly has officially passed the University of Medicine Bill into law. This new law clears the way for the establishment of a dedicated medical university aimed at improving healthcare training in the state. Lawmakers said the decision supports Lagos’ long-term vision of strengthening medical education. During the deliberation, members of […]

Cross River: Insecurity forces Gov Otu to cancel marathon race

Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has announced the cancellation of the state’s annual marathon due to rising insecurity concerns. The governor explained that the decision was made to prioritize the safety of participants, spectators, and residents in the host communities. The marathon, which usually attracts both local and international athletes, will not hold this […]

Terror attacks: Tinubu should act or resign – Public affairs analyst

Nigeria’s rising terror attacks have sparked a strong reaction from a public affairs analyst, who says President Bola Tinubu must take urgent action or consider resigning. According to him, the level of insecurity across different regions shows that government efforts are not producing meaningful results. He stressed that Nigerians are tired of repeated promises, while […]

FCTA to crack down on ground rent, other bills defaulters

The Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA, has announced plans to take strong action against individuals and organisations refusing to pay ground rent and other statutory charges in Abuja. The administration said the continuous refusal to pay these fees is affecting revenue generation and slowing down development projects in the territory. According to officials, many property […]

No progress made to address our demands, strike continues – NARD

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors, NARD, has announced that its nationwide strike will continue, insisting that the government has made no meaningful progress in meeting their demands. The association expressed disappointment that several weeks into the industrial action, none of the issues raised—ranging from improved welfare to better working conditions—have been addressed. According to […]

Catholic Diocese of Wukari raises alarm as violence escalates in Southern Taraba

The Catholic Diocese of Wukari has raised serious concerns over the rising violence in Southern Taraba, calling for urgent intervention from security agencies. Church authorities warned that the ongoing attacks are causing widespread fear and disrupting daily life in affected communities. The diocese emphasized that innocent residents, including women and children, are bearing the brunt […]

Top NNPP mobiliser in Kano resigns, cites neglect, lack of recognition

A top mobiliser of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Kano State has resigned from the party, saying he no longer feels valued or appreciated. The chieftain, who had been active in grassroots mobilisation, explained that he spent years working for the party but received no recognition for his contributions. His resignation has sparked […]

Chief of Army Staff, Shaibu announces recruitment of 24,000 soldiers

Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja Shaibu, has confirmed that the Nigerian Army is set to recruit 24,000 new soldiers. He said the large-scale recruitment is part of efforts to strengthen the country’s security system and provide more manpower to fight growing security challenges across different regions. According to Shaibu, the recruitment […]

Alleged Christian Genocide: US, Trump threatening Nigeria due to economic gains- Gumi

Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has accused the United States and former President Donald Trump of using the narrative of “Christian genocide” in Nigeria as a political tool for their own economic interests. Gumi claimed that these foreign powers exaggerate religious tensions to create global fear, which then gives them leverage over African nations, especially […]

How I was molested by my family member – DJ Kulet

Nigerian DJ Kulet has opened up about a heartbreaking moment from her childhood, revealing that she was molested by someone within her own family. She explained that speaking about it has never been easy, but she decided to share her story to help other survivors who may be suffering in silence. According to her, the […]