Army GOC visits troops in Kebbi, urges vigilance
Maj. Gen. PB Koughna, GOC 8 Division of the Nigerian Army, visited troops deployed in Kebbi State to assess security operations. He inspected personnel at CSI Battalion III, Forward Operating Base Dirin Daji, and the 223 Light Tank Battalion. During the tour, unit commanders briefed him on ongoing activities and the security situation in their […]
Nigerians Among Over 140 Injured After Missile Strike On UAE
A missile attack reportedly launched by Iran on parts of the United Arab Emirates left more than 140 people injured, including several Nigerians living in the country. The strikes caused panic and disruption across affected areas, prompting immediate emergency responses. Authorities confirmed that dozens of foreign nationals were among those hurt, with many treated for […]
Zulum condemns Maiduguri explosion, urges vigilance
Governor Babagana Zulum has condemned the recent explosion in Maiduguri, describing it as a cruel and senseless act. The incident occurred on Monday evening and affected innocent residents during the holy period of Ramadan. In a statement released through his media aide, the governor expressed deep sympathy for the victims and their families. He described […]
Abia begins surveillance in border towns to prevent Lassa Fever outbreak
The Abia State Government has assured residents that no case of Lassa Fever has been recorded in the state despite outbreaks in other parts of Nigeria. Officials say preventive measures are already in place to protect the public. Speaking after a State Executive Council meeting in Umuahia, the Commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu, revealed that […]
Umahi denies treating 2021 missing NELAN Engineers with kid gloves
Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi, has denied claims that he treated the disappearance of five NELAN engineers in 2021 lightly. The engineers went missing during the Effium-Ezza communal conflict in Ebonyi State while constructing a road for the state government. Umahi explained that the engineers were victims of a wider communal war that claimed […]
Tinubu set for state visit to United Kingdom Tuesday
President Bola Tinubu will leave Abuja on Tuesday for a state visit to the United Kingdom after receiving an invitation from King Charles III and Queen Camilla. The First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, and key cabinet members will accompany him. The visit marks the first by a Nigerian leader in 37 years and the first hosted […]
Oyedele pledges to prioritize revenue mobilization, fiscal sustainability
He also emphasised the need to improve spending efficiency to ensure that every naira generated delivers maximum value for citizens. Other areas of focus, he noted, include strengthening debt management and maintaining fiscal sustainability. Oyedele added that the ministry would work closely with other arms of government to ensure fiscal policies align with monetary, trade […]
Rising fuel prices increasing hardship for Nigerians – IHRC
The International Human Rights Commission – Relief Fund Trust has raised concern about the steady rise in fuel prices in Nigeria, saying the situation is making life more difficult for many citizens. The organisation warned that the increasing cost of petrol is adding to the economic pressure already faced by ordinary Nigerians across the country. […]
Nigeria’s inflation rate has dropped by half since 2023 — Information Minister, Idris
Nigeria’s Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed Idris, has revealed that the country’s inflation rate has dropped by half since 2023. He attributed the improvement to government policies aimed at stabilizing prices and supporting local production. The minister noted that while challenges remain, efforts to boost agricultural output, regulate essential commodities, and strengthen fiscal measures have […]
Wike Shows Off Judges’ Quarters In Abuja
Many Nigerians feel this is unfair. While judges get such luxury homes, most people struggle to even buy a simple house. Social media users have shared their opinions, saying that public money should be used for projects that help everyone, not just a few. The display of these judges’ homes has caused a lot of […]