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In May 2019, Chief Inspector Raphael A. Ushie of the Nigeria Immigration Service passed away following the destruction of his palm plantation in Ukambi, Cross River State. The land was cleared to pave the way for the Obudu International Airport, a project that led to the displacement of many local farmers. Approaching retirement, Ushie had […]

Rivers are essential natural resources that support ecosystems, agriculture, hydroelectric power, and freshwater supply. Some of the world’s most famous rivers include the Nile (Africa), Yangtze (Asia), Amazon (South America), and Mississippi (North America). Aside from their economic and environmental benefits, rivers have historically been centers of civilization, serving as trade routes and cultural hubs.

A rare lunar eclipse, often referred to as a blood moon, will be visible in various parts of the world on March 13 and 14, 2025. While some regions, such as North America, will witness the total eclipse, Nigeria will experience it partially on March 14, according to Timeanddate.com. The partial lunar eclipse will be

The Kebbi State Government has announced a meningitis outbreak affecting three Local Government Areas (LGAs), with a reported 26 fatalities to date. The State Commissioner for Health, Yanusa Ismail, provided this information during a press briefing in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital. Ismail indicated that there have been 248 suspected cases, with 11 samples submitted

Armed individuals, believed to be herders, have reportedly assaulted four communities within the Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, resulting in the deaths of more than 20 farmers. Naturenex learnt that the fatal assaults occurred at midnight over the weekend, affecting the areas of Aba Pastor, Aba Sunday, Ademekun camp, and Aba Alajido

The leader of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria in Kwara State, Alhaji Idris Abubakar Sakaina, has been shot dead by gunmen. The incident, it was gathered, occurred around past 10:00 pm on Saturday when his attackers accosted and shot him dead in front of his residence in Oke Ose, Ilorin. “His attackers left

Some employees of Ikeja Electric have opened up on how they were brutalised by Nigerian Air Force officers from the Sam Ethnan Air Force Base in Ikeja. Naturenex reports that the soldiers had stormed the IE headquarters in the Alausa area of the state capital, Ikeja, in a military truck, two OP-MESA vehicles, and others

The National Youth President of Afenifere, Prince Eniola Joseph Ojajuni, has confirmed that he was kidnapped by Fulani herdsmen on February 17 while traveling to Abuja. Naturenex reports that the abduction reportedly took place around 2:00 p.m. in Akunnu Akoko, Ondo State. Ojajuni recounted his ordeal in a Facebook post on Friday, revealing that he

Boko Haram, an extremist Islamist organization, has caused significant turmoil in Northern Nigeria since the onset of its insurgency in 2009. Over the years, the terrorist sect’s brutal actions have included bombings, targeted killings, mass kidnappings, and assaults on civilians. This development has severely undermined stability in the region, resulting in one of the most

There was a dramatic turn of events at a Kwara State Magistrate’s Court on Thursday when Abdulrahman Mohammed Bello, the prime suspect in the murder of a final-year College of Education student, Hafsah Lawal, shockingly exonerated his co-defendants. Bello, who was arraigned alongside Ahmed Abdulwasiu (41), Suleiman Muyideen (28), Jamiu Uthman (29), and Abdulrahmon Jamiu

A youth leader in Obosi community, Idemili North Local Government Area (LGA) of Anambra State, Chidebe Ibeakuzie (aka Mighty), has been shot dead. According to sources who spoke to The Sun, Ibeakuzie was shot dead by security agents in a tussle over the ownership and control of a tricycle park near the military cantonment in

Nigeria’s digital landscape has witnessed a significant rise in content creators who have leveraged platforms like YouTube to reach global audiences and achieve substantial financial success. At the top of the list earning an estimated amount of ₦7m daily is Pastor Jerry Eze. He is the founder and Lead Pastor of Streams of Joy International and

Suspected criminals impersonating agents of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have allegedly kidnapped ten individuals from the White Hill Hotel located on Shiroro Road in the Chanchaga Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State. A security analyst and counter-insurgency specialist, Zagazola Makama, cited intelligence sources indicating that the incident took place at approximately

Tragedy has befallen Zamfara State with the passing of Zarah Abubakar Shehu, a 21-year-old student at the Federal University Gusau, who succumbed while in captivity four months after being abducted alongside her two siblings. Zarah, a third-year student, was forcibly taken from her residence in the Damba area of Gusau during the early hours of

Police operatives have arrested a 50-year-old man, Alhaji Nuru Isah, for allegedly beating his 24-year-old wife, Wasila Abdullahi, to death in Bauchi state. The tragic incident occurred during a domestic dispute over Ramadan food preparations in the Fadamam Mada area, near Government Girls College, Bauchi. The state police spokesperson, CSP Ahmed Wakili, said the suspect

In a finding published in the journal Astronomy & Astrophysics, a “super-Earth” planet was found outside of our solar system could have conditions suitable for life, according to experts at the University of Oxford. Researchers revealed that the planet, named HD 20794 d, has a mass six times greater than Earth’s and orbits within the

Ado-Ekiti state —Tragedy struck in Ado-Ekiti, the capital of Ekiti State, as a couple, identified as Caleb and Tate, lost their lives in a violent domestic altercation. The incident, which has left residents in shock, reportedly escalated into a fatal knife attack between the husband and wife. Fatal confrontation turns deadly Eyewitnesses in Ekiti state

Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) are critical to securing your bank account and financial transactions. While they offer an added layer of security, using easily guessable or commonly used numbers can make your account vulnerable to theft or hacking. Here are some numbers you should avoid using as your PIN and why. 1. Sequential Numbers (1234,

An angry man and his relatives have descended heavily on doctors and nurses of the Osun State University Teaching Hospital, Osogbo, after losing his pregnant wife and baby during a labour process. It was gathered that pandemonium broke out at the hospital last Monday after a heavily pregnant woman was rushed to the emergency ward

The Gombe State Police Command has confirmed the killing of Reverend Bala Galadima, the presiding clergy of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in Lubo community, Yamaltu/Deba Local Government Area. Naturenex learnt that the incident, which occurred in the early hours of Sunday, has thrown the community into mourning, with security operatives assuring residents that the culprits will