A fire outbreak razed the Katsina Government House early Monday morning, September 2, causing extensive damage but no casualties. The government house had recently undergone a multi-billion-naira refurbishment, with the governor only relocating to the office four months ago. The fire’s impact on the refurbished areas is significant, raising concerns about potential delays in government […]
The House of Representatives has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving a 50% electricity subsidy for universities, hospitals, and other tertiary institutions of learning.Rep. Abubakar Fulata, the Chairman of the House Committee on University Education, gave the commendation in a statement on Monday in Abuja. He commended Tinubu for his magnanimity in yielding to their call and […]
The Director of Public Health, Edo Ministry of Health, Dr Stephenson Ojeifo, has said that the state recorded two deaths from Diphtheria disease between January and August. Ojeifo disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Benin on Monday. He said that the two deaths were from the six confirmed cases […]
Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of several #EndBadGovernance protesters at the Kuje Correctional Centre pending a ruling on their bail application, which is scheduled for September 11, 2024. The six-count charge, filed on August 30, 2024, includes allegations of treason, destabilisation of the country, and intimidation […]
“We are yet to ascertain the number of lives lost in the incident, which occurred at about 4 pm on Sunday in the remote village. “The incident was reported to the Tarmuwa Divisional Police Station by Babagana Goni and Bako Ibrahim both residents of Mafa. “Suspected Boko Haram terrorists armed with rifles and RPGs attacked […]
Speaking at the commissioning of Sahad Hospitals in Abuja, Shettima outlined a comprehensive strategy to address longstanding challenges and propel Nigeria’s healthcare system into the future. Speaking at the commissioning of Sahad Hospitals in Abuja, Shettima outlined a comprehensive strategy to address longstanding challenges and propel Nigeria’s healthcare system into the future. The vice president […]
Senior lawyers, activists, and stakeholders in the nation’s justice system have called on the incoming Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, to reform the judiciary. They noted that a complete overhaul of Nigeria’s judiciary is essential to restore public confidence in this arm of government. Two Professors of Law, Ernest Ojukwu (SAN) and Samuel […]
In Nigeria, where electricity stability is a daily struggle for millions, finding alternative power sources is no longer just a matter of convenience — it’s a lifeline. As power outages and grid failures become increasingly common, the need for reliable and sustainable energy solutions has never been more urgent. From harnessing abundant sunlight to exploring […]
Organised Labour has called on Nigerians to be patient with the Federal and State Governments following the delay in the implementation of the new minimum wage. This was even as the workers’ union absolved the Federal Government of any wrongdoing, saying it would be unfair to conclude that there was a deliberate attempt to avoid […]
Oil producers, under the aegis of the Independent Petroleum Producers Group, have warned against being forced to sell crude oil to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and other local ones in Nigeria. The IPPG produces about 30 per cent of Nigeria’s crude oil, according to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission. The latest crude oil production […]