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Matawalle Challenges Banditry Accusations, Calls for Evidence

Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence and former governor of Zamfara state, has strongly denied accusations of supporting banditry. In a recent interview on Channels Television, he challenged his accusers, including Governor Dauda Lawal, to present any evidence backing their claims. Matawalle emphasized that his approach to negotiating with bandits was not unique, […]

Fuel Tanker Explosion in Abuja Leaves Many Injured

On Monday night, a tragic incident occurred in Maitama, Abuja, when a fuel tanker exploded, resulting in numerous injuries and widespread panic among residents. The explosion took place along Shehu Shagari Way, a busy area of the federal capital, and also impacted passengers traveling in a nearby commercial vehicle. The explosion happened after the tanker […]

President Tinubu Orders Creation of Disaster Relief Fund After Maiduguri Floods

establishment of a Disaster Relief Fund to help Nigeria manage the increasing frequency of natural disasters, which have become more common in recent years. This decision comes after the devastating Maiduguri floods that caused significant damage to lives and property. Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, made the announcement […]

Nigerian Army Roadblocks Strand Passengers on Igueben-Uromi Expressway Amid Voting Activities

The Nigerian Army set up roadblocks along the Igueben-Uromi Expressway, leaving numerous passengers stranded and delaying movement across the region. The roadblock was mounted at the Ebudin-Eguare junction, where soldiers stopped vehicles and asked passengers to get out. The roadblock caused significant disruption, as commuters and travelers were forced to wait for extended periods before […]

Police and JTF Recover 3 Explosives and Abandoned Vehicles in Anambra

The Anambra State Police Command, in partnership with the Joint Task Force (JTF), has made significant strides in tackling criminal activities within the state. In a coordinated operation carried out recently, they successfully recovered three unexploded bombs and two abandoned vehicles in Ihiala Local Government Area. The State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, […]

Obasanjo Urges Imprisonment for Corrupt Politicians in Nigeria

Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has suggested that some corrupt politicians should be jailed due to their misconduct. He believes that dishonest individuals cannot lead effectively. The 87-year-old made this remark during a virtual speech at a memorial lecture for the late cleric, Denis Joseph Slattery, in Lagos. In his talk, titled The Need for Moral […]

Kano Declares Monday Public Holiday for Maulud Nabiy 2024

The Kano State Government has officially declared Monday, 23 September 2024, as a public holiday. This day is set aside to honor the 7th day of Maulud Nabiy, a celebration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The announcement was made by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Baba Halilu Dantiye, on Friday. Maulud […]

NAFDAC closes Maiduguri market for selling flood-damaged drugs

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has closed down the Gomboru drug market in Maiduguri, Borno state. In a recent statement, NAFDAC revealed that it discovered drugs damaged by the recent floods were being washed and sun-dried for resale at the market. According to the agency, after the recent flooding […]