US will ensure Nigerians live, practice their faith without fear – Riley Moore
United States Congressman, Riley Moore, has assured that the US will work with Nigeria to ensure that all citizens can live and practice their faith without fear of persecution or violence. Moore made the remarks on his verified X handle on Saturday, highlighting the ongoing collaboration between the two countries on security and human rights […]
Insecurity: My govt doesn’t pay ransom – Kaduna Gov Sani
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has restated his administration’s firm stance against paying ransom to criminals, despite the security challenges facing the state. The governor made this known during an interview on BBC Pidgin, where he addressed concerns over recent attacks and abductions in parts of Kaduna. Governor Sani spoke while reacting to the abduction […]
Kwankwaso declares January 23rd ‘Betrayal Day’ over Gov Yusuf’s defection
Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has declared January 23 as “Betrayal Day” following the resignation of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, from the party. The declaration came amid growing political tension in Kano over the governor’s planned move to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). […]
Transfer: Man Utd announce deal for Amass
Manchester United have confirmed that young defender Harry Amass has joined Norwich City on loan for the remainder of the season. The club announced the deal on Saturday through a statement on its official website, just ahead of their Premier League clash with Arsenal. The move is aimed at giving the teenager more regular playing […]
Projects: No community is left behind in Kaduna – Uba Sani
Governor Uba Sani has reaffirmed that no community is being neglected in Kaduna State, saying his administration is currently constructing 140 road projects across the 23 local government areas of the state. According to him, the projects cover about 1,335 kilometres and are evenly spread across the three senatorial districts to ensure balanced development. He […]
Kwara: Bandits under fire as military intensifies operations
The Nigerian military has intensified its operations against bandits and kidnappers in Kwara State, recording fresh successes in parts of Edu, Ifelodun, and Patigi Local Government Areas. Security sources confirmed that several terrorist hideouts were overrun during coordinated offensives aimed at restoring peace to the affected communities. According to preliminary reports, the renewed offensive targeted […]
Nigeria needs more mid-level manpower to improve healthcare in communities – Dr Afolabi
A former Oyo State Commissioner for Health, Dr Kayode Afolabi, has called on the federal, state, and local governments to employ more trained mid-level health professionals to address healthcare challenges in rural communities. Speaking at the maiden convocation of Premier College of Health Technology, Ibadan, Dr Afolabi emphasized that mid-level healthcare workers play a critical […]
Shettima returns to Nigeria after trips to Guinea, Davos
Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Nigeria after a week-long diplomatic and economic mission to Guinea-Conakry and Switzerland. He arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Saturday, according to a statement issued by his media aide, Stanley Nwokocha. During the trip, Shettima represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the inauguration of Guinea’s […]
Nigerian govt reveals reason behind delay in Kano–Katsina dual carriageway
The Federal Government has explained why work on Section 2 of the Kano–Katsina dual carriageway has been slow. According to the Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Community Engagement (North-West), Abdullahi Tanko-Yakasai, the delay is mainly due to unresolved compensation claims for farmlands and houses affected by the project. Tanko-Yakasai spoke during an […]
I will never give up’ – Emami vows to fight his suspension as Ologbotsere to the end
Chief Emami, the Ologbotsere of Benin Kingdom, has vowed to challenge his suspension, insisting that he will fight the decision to the very end. He described the suspension as unjust and expressed his determination to clear his name and protect his position within the traditional institution. Speaking through his spokesperson on Friday, Emami emphasised that […]