He’s hale, hearty’ – Presidency reacts to Tinubu brief fall in Turkey
The Presidency has clarified that President Bola Tinubu is hale and hearty following a brief stumble during a ceremonial parade in Türkiye. Officials emphasized that the incident does not indicate any health issue and that the President remains in good condition. According to the Presidency, the fall occurred due to a not well-laid blue carpet […]
Three abducted as military intensifies operations in Kwara South
Three people were kidnapped by armed bandits on Tuesday morning in Kwara South Senatorial District as the Nigerian Army ramps up clearance operations in the area. The incident occurred along the Idofin Odo-Aga to Olla road in Irepodun and Isin Local Government Areas, targeting a cashew farm where the victims were picking nuts. The abducted […]
Tinubu stumbles during reception parade in Turkey
President Bola Tinubu briefly stumbled during a ceremonial reception parade in Türkiye on Tuesday, drawing attention from onlookers. The incident occurred as he joined the guard of honour, but he was quickly assisted to his feet by surrounding security personnel. The minor mishap caused a brief distraction, but the event resumed smoothly without further interruption. […]
I’ll make you scapegoat if you block our gates – Wike warns FCTA workers
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern warning to workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), cautioning them against blocking the gates of government offices as the industrial dispute continues. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Tuesday, Wike said any worker who disobeys the law by preventing […]
FCT: Oseni Rufai hails Wike for running away from protesting workers
TV presenter and journalist, Oseni Rufai, has praised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for choosing a calm and non-violent response when protesting workers picketed his office in Abuja. Tension rose on Monday as workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), backed by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), staged protests […]
Coup Plot: Tinubu not joking, what you sow you reap – Joe Igbokwe
Joe Igbokwe, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has reacted strongly to reports of an alleged coup plot against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, warning that those involved will face the consequences of their actions. Igbokwe’s comments followed the release of a list of 16 officers of the Nigerian Armed Forces indicted by a […]
Lagos Fire Service rescues 84-year-old man from deep well in Aboru
The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has confirmed the successful rescue of an 84-year-old man who fell into a deep well in the Aboru area of Lagos on Tuesday morning. According to the agency, an emergency call was received at about 10:09 a.m. from No. 35A, Fadeyemi Street, Pipeline area of Aboru, under the […]
NPA announces arrival of eight vessels at Lagos ports
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has announced the arrival of eight vessels at major Lagos ports, including Lekki, Tin-Can Island and Apapa, as maritime activities continue to pick up in the nation’s commercial hub. According to the NPA’s latest Shipping Position report released on Tuesday, the vessels are currently awaiting clearance to discharge various consignments. […]
Gov Yusuf betrayed Kano people by returning power to APC – NNPP
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has strongly criticised Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, over his decision to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the move as a betrayal of both the party and the people of Kano State. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, NNPP National Spokesperson, Ladipo Johnson, said the […]
We’re no longer on strike but will stay at home – FCTA staff
Staff of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) have declared that although they have suspended their strike action, they will not resume work and will instead remain at home until their demands are met. This stance follows a court order directing them to halt the ongoing industrial action. Earlier on Tuesday, the National Industrial Court […]