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Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, special counsel for Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), stated on Monday that Kanu’s release is not a security issue, as some claim. Ejimakor argued that Kanu’s case is a matter of self-determination, falling under the jurisdiction of the President or Attorney General of the Federation, […]

The governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, has inaugurated a multipurpose hospital in the state. The 100-bed Mother and Child Centre, situated in Ugwunabo, Abia State, was built by the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (OSSAP-SDGs). During the inauguration, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on

Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo state, has presented staff and instruments of office to the Elempe of Tapa, His Royal Majesty, Oba Sunday Oyekanmi Titiloye (Abioje I). The event took place at Tapa Community High School, Tapa, Ibarapa North Local Government. The event was held on Monday. The ceremony was attended by prominent indigenes of

President Bola Tinubu has approved the duty-free importation of key food items such as rice, beans, and wheat to alleviate the impact of high food prices that Nigerians have faced since he took office last year. According to a statement from Tinubu’s spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, these measures will be implemented over the next 180 days.

The Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has made a statement regarding the promotion of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) rights in the state. He declared that his administration will not tolerate any group suspected of promoting and advocating for LGBT rights. This directive comes amid rising tensions over the activities of groups allegedly promoting

Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State has recounted his experience spearheading the consolidation policy of the Nigerian banking system, describing it as a dangerous war. Soludo, who served as the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) from 2004 to 2009, detailed his challenges during this transformative period. The consolidation policy aimed to reduce

Liberian President, Joseph Boakai, has announced a voluntary 40 per cent reduction in his salary. This was disclosed in a statement shared on the website of the Liberian Government, saying the move aligned with Boakai’s commitment to fiscal integrity and national financial security. The statement partly read, “In fulfilment of his commitment to fiscal integrity

A Nigerian couple, Agbakoba John Mmadu and Agbakoba Ijeoma Chinwe, who allegedly led a high-profile cocaine syndicate based in Lagos, have been arrested by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The couple was apprehended along with an associate, Okoye Ifeoma Maryjane, during a raid where significant quantities of cocaine intended for export and local

The Transmission Company of Nigeria said the national power grid has been restored following Saturday’s collapse. The TCN Public Affairs General Manager, Ndidi Mbah, who disclosed this on Sunday, described the collapse as partial. Mbah said, “there was a partial disturbance of the grid at about 15.09Hrs yesterday, 6th July 2024.” According to her, the

As Muslims worldwide celebrate the new Islamic Year, 1446 AH, the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has extended his congratulations to fellow Muslims and all Nigerians. The Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, declared Sunday, July 7, 2024, as

The Federal Government of Nigeria is transitioning from asphalt to concrete for highway construction to enhance durability. During a KAMSTEEL Integrated Company Limited tour in Jimba-Oja, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, stated that 70% of federal highways are now being designed with concrete to extend their lifespan.

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Federal Ministry of Education to develop a comprehensive plan to re-enroll over 20 million out-of-school children in the country. This directive was revealed by the Minister of State for Education, Dr. Yusuf Tanko Sununu, during a groundbreaking ceremony for the National Examinations Council (NECO) offices in Nasarawa State. To

One Olaniyi Sunday has been arrested for allegedly raping a minor in Ekiti State. The 30-year-old suspect was arraigned before an Ado-Ekiti Chief Magistrates’ Court on Friday. The defendant, whose address was not provided, is facing a lone charge of alleged rape. The defendant allegedly committed the offence of raping a 12-year-old girl between April

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, in the 2023 general election, Mr Peter Obi has implored members of the party to sheath their swords and let peace reign in the party. Labour Party, especially at the national level, has been embroiled in perennial crisis for months on end. The former Anambra State governor

The Jigawa State Government says it has declared Monday 8 July as work free day to mark the new Islamic Year 1446AH. This is disclosed in a statement signed by the State Head of Civil Service, Muhammad K Dagaceri. It advised workers and citizens of the State to pray for continued peace and prosperity of