Tinubu swears in Taiwo Oyedele as Minister of State for Finance
Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in Taiwo Oyedele as the new Minister of State for Finance, marking a fresh development in Nigeria’s economic leadership. The ceremony took place at the presidential office in Abuja. The appointment is expected to strengthen the operations of the Federal Ministry of Finance as the government continues efforts to improve […]
Benue social media user remanded in prison for defaming lawmaker
A Benue-based social media user, Sunny Attah, popularly known as MOG, has been remanded in prison following his arraignment at the Federal High Court in Abuja. He is facing charges related to cyberstalking, defamation, and spreading alleged false information against a federal lawmaker. The case involves accusations that Attah published statements targeting Philip Agbese, a […]
NEMA concludes emergency response after fire outbreak at Jos Terminus market
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has concluded its emergency response following a fire outbreak at Jos Terminus Market. The incident occurred late on March 14 in Jos North Local Government Area, with the fire starting a few minutes before 10 p.m. According to NEMA, the fire affected several temporary stalls and lock-up shops within […]
Several passengers confirmed injured as Abuja-Kaduna train derails
Several passengers were injured on Monday after a train travelling between Abuja and Kaduna derailed following a collision. The incident occurred near Asham, raising concerns among travelers on the busy rail route. Authorities quickly responded to the situation to ensure the safety of passengers on board. The Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation, Kayode […]
We want to return home, farm’ – Displaced people of Bokkos cry out
Displaced residents of Bokkos in Plateau State have called on Governor Caleb Mutfwang to fulfill promises to help them return to their ancestral lands. The coalition says Fulani bandits, terrorists, and land grabbers have occupied their fertile farms, forcing them into Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps. In an open letter, the group lamented extreme hardship, […]
Operation WHIRL STROKE troops rescue five kidnap victims in Benue
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have successfully rescued five kidnapped victims in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State. According to Ahmad Zubairu Zubairu, the victims regained their freedom after troops intensified pressure on the kidnappers, forcing them to abandon the captives. The rescued victims were identified as Babaji Muhammad, Yamusa, Annumba Obunde, Babangida Ibbi […]
63% poverty rate shows Tinubu’s economic policies have failed – ADC
The opposition party, African Democratic Congress (ADC), has criticised the economic policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying the reported rise in Nigeria’s poverty rate to 63 percent shows that the administration’s approach has not improved citizens’ welfare. The party said the figure reflects the growing hardship faced by many Nigerians in recent years. In […]
Alia condemns tragic attack on Idoma community, vows to protect Benue people
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has strongly condemned the recent attack by armed herdsmen on farmers in Akpete/Asaba community, Ojantele Ward of Apa LGA. The tragic ambush on locals harvesting cashew seeds left several dead, six missing, and a young girl abducted. Describing the incident as a terrorist act, Alia expressed deep sorrow […]
Teen accused of r@ing disabled 10-year-old brother remanded in custody
An 18-year-old man has been remanded in custody for allegedly sexually assaulting his 10-year-old disabled brother in Ga-Kopa, Tafelkop, Limpopo, South Africa. The case was heard at the Groblersdal Magistrate’s Court and postponed until March 18 for a formal bail application. The alleged incident occurred on February 26 while the mother was attending a funeral. […]
No going back on cashless policy at airports – Keyamo
Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation, has reiterated that Nigeria’s airports will fully transition to a cashless payment system, despite the current temporary hybrid arrangement allowing both cash and electronic payments. The move aims to modernize airport revenue collection and comply with federal government directives. Keyamo explained that the hybrid system is only temporary while authorities […]