National Grid Collapse: Third Time in a Week
The National Grid has collapsed for the third time this week, causing major power outages once again. The latest collapse occurred on Saturday, October 19, around 8:16 a.m., cutting off power supply nationwide. Earlier this week, the grid experienced similar failures on Monday and Tuesday, which were later resolved. Just before Saturday’s collapse, power generation […]
Chevron Finds New Oil Well in Nigeria
Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) has recently made an important discovery in Nigeria, unveiling a new oil field located in the shallow offshore region of the Niger Delta. This newly found field is estimated to produce around 17,000 barrels of oil per day, which could significantly boost Nigeria’s struggling oil sector. The discovery is described as […]
IGP Condemns Police Extortion and Misuse of Power in Nigeria
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has spoken out strongly against the rising cases of extortion, harassment, and abuse of power by some officers of the Nigeria Police Force. These concerns were raised during a conference in Abuja, where IGP Egbetokun met with senior police officials, including Assistant Inspectors-General of Police, Commissioners of […]
I’ve Learned to Stop Criticizing and Getting Upset with Nigerians – Peter Obi
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s candidate for the 2023 Presidential election, has shared his insights on how Nigerians should approach criticism of their fellow citizens and businesses. He recently expressed on social media that he has learned to avoid criticizing or getting upset with Nigerians, especially regarding business operations. The X user with the handle […]
Niger State Surpasses Benue as Nigeria’s Leading Agricultural Producer
Niger State has recently claimed the title of Nigeria’s top agricultural producer, overtaking Benue State. This announcement was made by Musa Bosso, the state’s Commissioner for Agriculture, during the celebration of World Food Day in Minna. At the event held at the Legbo Kutigi Conference Centre, Deputy Governor Garba Yakubu represented Governor Mohammed Bago and […]
Students Set Fire to Kebbi College Provost’s Home Over Allegations of Extortion
Students at the College of Health Sciences and Technology in Jega, Kebbi State, recently took to the streets in protest, resulting in the burning of the residence of Provost Alhaji Haruna Saidu-Sauwa and damage to his vehicle. This unrest was sparked by accusations that the college management had collected N23 million from 250 graduating students […]
Freed NYSC Abductees Recall Facing Wild Animals, Surviving on Grass and Flood Water
In a heartbreaking and emotional recount, three National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members from Akwa Ibom State shared their terrifying experience of being kidnapped in Zamfara State. These corps members were on their way to begin their mandatory one-year national service when they were abducted by armed men on August 17, 2023. The victims, who […]
Lagos Government Warns Residents of Possible Floods Due to Oyan Dam Water Release
The Lagos State Government has issued a warning to residents living near the Ogun River about the possibility of flooding. This comes as the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority begins releasing water from the Oyan Dam to protect its structure and manage water levels. During a press briefing, the Ministry of the Environment and Water […]
FCTA Will Take Back Land from Institutions that Don’t Develop It on Time – Wike
The Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has issued a clear message regarding land allocation in the FCT. Wike emphasized that before any agency or institution is granted land, they must enter into an agreement with the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), specifically through the Land Department. This agreement will ensure that the institution is […]
Don’t Reverse Current Reforms, World Bank Tells FG
The World Bank has advised the federal government not to reverse the ongoing economic reforms. According to the World Bank, rolling back these changes could lead to negative consequences for Nigeria’s economy. One of the key reforms, the removal of fuel subsidies, along with the end of multiple exchange rate systems, were policies introduced by […]