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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 suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has sparked reactions following her petition to the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) at the United Nations Inter-Parliamentary Conference in New York. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central Senatorial District, took her case to the IPU, seeking intervention over what she described as an unjust suspension. After presenting her concerns, the

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

A fresh twist has emerged in the ongoing political battle between the Rivers State House of Assembly and Governor Siminalayi Fubara, as lawmakers claim that their official letter inviting the governor for dialogue never reached him—because their dispatch rider was chased away. This claim, made by the Rivers People’s Congress and confirmed by lawmakers, has

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

Surgeons have explained why overseas-based Nigerians and citizens of other countries now choose Nigeria as the destination of choice to undergo surgical procedure. They identified the professionalism and skills of Nigerian surgeons as the driving force apart from other factors such as reduced waiting time for patients and low cost of surgical procedures compared to

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

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central has vowed to challenge her six-month suspension from the Senate in court. The Senate adopted a report from the Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions recommending a six-month suspension for Akpoti-Uduaghan over alleged violations of Senate rules. According to the report, her suspension is to take effect from

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