Niger Coup: ECOWAS Delegation Meets Overthrown President Mohamed Bazoum
A delegation of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Saturday in Niamey, Niger Republic, met the ousted President of the West African country, Mohamed Bazoum. The President was overthrown by a coup d’etat at the end of…
Palliative: FG Approves N5bn for States, LGs VP Shettima Reveals
The Federal Government has approved the disbursement of N5billion to states, local government councils and the FCT to cushion the effects of the subsidy removal on petrol. Gov. Babagana Zulum of Borno said this when he spoke at the end…
How Nigeria Lost 3 Officers, 22 Soldiers in Niger Ambush – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters has provided detail on the soldiers killed in an ambush and the crash of Nigerian Air Force (NAF) MI17 helicopter on Monday in Niger State. The Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, while briefing newsmen on…
1,683 School Children Kidnapped in 8 Years in Nigeria – Report
A report released by Save the Children International (SCI) has revealed that about 70 schools were attacked and 1,683 school children kidnapped across Nigeria between Feb 2014 and Dec. 2022. The report is entitled, “Education Under Attack: Review and Analysis…
Tinubu Sets Date For Swearing-in Of New Ministers
President Bola Tinubu will on Monday, August 21, 2023, swear in his ministers at the State House Conference, Aso villa in Abuja by 10 am. A statement on Wednesday by the Director, Information Office of the Secretary to the Government…
NDLEA Partner Naira Marley To Tackle Drug Abuse
Controversial singer Azeez Adeshina Fashola, popularly called Naira Marley, has joined the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in its campaign against drug abuse in Nigeria. The Agency’s spokesperson, Femi Babafemi disclosed this in a statement on Thursday. “See who’s…
Russian President Offers Military, Tech Ties To Countries Against The West
The Russian President, Vladimir Putin, has pledged that his country is prepared to deepen bilateral ties with countries pursuing their national interests against the West. He said his country which has been in fierce war with Ukraine and hostility with…
After Nationwide Anger Kenya Restores Fuel Subsidy
Kenya has reinstated a small subsidy to stabilize retail fuel prices for the next 30 days in the country. The development followed public anger over the high cost of living. Al Jazeera reports that the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority…
Yes, You Can Remove Billboards, But Can’t Remove All Eyes On Judiciary — Atiku’s Aide Tells FG
Phrank Shaibu, the Special Assistant on Public Communications to Atiku Abubakar, says the destruction of billboards that put up adverts that read “All Eyes on The Judiciary” was clear evidence of President Bola Tinubu’s authoritarianism and assault on freedom of…
FG to Withdraw Firearm Case Against Emefiele, Files Fresh Charges
Federal Government of Nigeria on Tuesday applied to withdraw the “illegal possession of firearms” charges it filed against the suspended Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Mr Godwin Emefiele
Oyo Govt. Steps Up Palliatives Distribution Drive
The 15-man Palliative Committee on Sustainable Action for Economic Recovery (SAfER) has assured residents of Oyo state th0at it will start disbursement of palliatives soon. The Committee, headed by the Chief of Staff, Hon. Segun Ogunwuyi has divided itself into…
