We will track them to any country they go to – Akwa Ibom Govt declares two medical doctors wanted for abandoning duty posts after 8 years of training
The Akwa Ibom State Government has declared two medical doctors wanted for leaving their jobs at the state Ministry of Health. The state Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ekem Emmanuel John, announced this on Monday, September 15, 2025, during a press briefing in Uyo. He explained that the doctors abandoned their duty posts to seek better […]
Atiku Abubakar congratulates Hilda Baci on Guiness World Record recognition
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has congratulated Nigerian chef Hilda Baci after she received fresh recognition from Guinness World Records. On Monday, Guinness World Records officially confirmed that Hilda had set a new record for preparing the largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice. The dish weighed 8,780 kilograms and was cooked during a record-breaking event […]
All they do is wish people happy birthday and share videos of them attending meetings- Social critic, Scott Iguma, calls out Lagos LGA chairmen and state commissioners
Social commentator, Scott Iguma, has criticized local government chairmen in Lagos State and some state commissioners, accusing them of neglecting their responsibilities to the people. In a video he posted on Instagram, Iguma said that most Lagos LGA chairmen only post birthday wishes and congratulatory notes online, instead of showing pictures of projects they are […]
Nepal protests: Two Nigerians among 3,700 inmates recaptured after prison break
During last week’s violent protests in Nepal, thousands of prisoners escaped from different prisons. Authorities have now confirmed that more than 3,700 of them have been caught again. Among those re-arrested are two Nigerians. According to the Press Trust of India, the arrests happened on Saturday in Bihar State, India. Officers from the Sashastra Seema […]
Fifth inflation drop sparks call on CBN to cut interest rate
Nigeria’s inflation has dropped for the fifth month in a row, and this has led to stronger calls for the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to lower interest rates. According to new figures, the inflation rate reduced to 21.12% in August 2025, a fall from 21.88% in July 2025, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) […]
Nigeria’s electricity generation dropped to 5,514 MW in August – NERC
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has reported that the country’s average power supply to the national grid fell to 5,514 megawatts in August 2025. This was a drop compared to the 5,577 megawatts recorded in July. According to NERC’s latest Fast Sheet, released on Monday, the figure shows a decline in available power supply […]
Anambra: Police to train local security outfits on professionalism
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has approved a new plan for the Anambra Police Command to train local security groups on professionalism. This move is meant to improve security in the state by encouraging better teamwork between community security outfits and the Nigerian Police. Police Public Relations Officer in Anambra, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, revealed […]
Troops rescue 17 kidnapped victims in Kogi
Troops from the 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have rescued 17 people who were kidnapped in Kogi State. Lieutenant Hassan Abdullahi, Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations for the 12 Brigade, confirmed the rescue in a statement on Thursday, September 10, 2025. The victims, traveling in a 17-seater bus from Osun State to […]
Ghana agrees to accept Nigerians, other West Africans deported from US
Ghana has agreed to receive West African citizens deported from the United States, President John Dramani Mahama confirmed on Wednesday, September 10. Reuters reports that the first group of deportees, including 14 people from Nigeria, Gambia, and other countries, has already arrived in Accra. Ghanaian authorities are helping them return safely to their home countries. […]
Nigeria condemns Israeli airstrike in Qatar targeting Hamas leadership
The Nigerian government has expressed deep concern after reports of an Israeli airstrike in Doha, Qatar, that targeted senior Hamas leaders earlier this week. In a statement, Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Kimiebi Ebienfa stressed the importance of respecting national sovereignty and international law, warning that such attacks could further destabilize the Middle East. The […]