Former Minister of Environment, Mrs. Lawrencia Laraba-Mallam, has called on Nigerian women to actively engage in politics, emphasizing the need for female representation to address the nation’s pressing issue.   Speaking at a sensitization seminar organized by the Dignity of Women Commission at St. John’s Catholic Church in Kaduna, the former minister highlighted that the country’s economic drivers are predominantly …

Nigerian nurses are reportedly facing severe restrictions on their career mobility as the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) allegedly refuses to verify their licenses—a critical requirement for those seeking to work abroad.    This issue, which has sparked outrage and concern, was highlighted by Dr. Olufunmilayo, a prominent Nigerian doctor on X (formerly Twitter), who described the situation …

Authorities have launched an extensive manhunt for the abductors of students from the Enugu State College of Health Technology, following a distressing incident in which five students were kidnapped by armed men suspected to be herdsmen.    The attack, which occurred on Thursday evening at the college in Oji River Local Government Area, on a video on social media has …

House Republicans call for President Joe Biden’s impeachment, accusing him of using his office for personal gain in a $27 million influence-peddling scheme during his tenure as Vice President. The investigation, which began in September 2023, has uncovered what Republicans describe as “one of the most egregious abuses of power uncovered in the history of the United States.”   According …

Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as Portable, has once again found himself at the center of attention after reportedly being attacked in Iju Ishaga, Lagos State.    The incident occurred following his performance at a local event, where he and some of his crew members were allegedly assaulted by a group of local boys.   Read Also:Singer Portable Sparks …

John Aprea, one of the famous and talented actors best known for his role as young Salvatore “Sal” Tessio in “The Godfather Part II,” has passed away at the age of 83. Aprea, who died of natural causes on August 5 in Los Angeles, was surrounded by his loved ones during his final moments, according to his manager, Will Levine.  …

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has issued permits to several key organizations, including Golden Penny Power Limited and MTN Communications Nigeria Limited, for the generation of mini-grid electricity.    The permits, granted in the first quarter of 2024, authorize these entities to generate power primarily for their own consumption, a strategy designed to ensure consistent operations and prevent disruptions …

The ongoing fuel scarcity in Nigeria, which first emerged in Lagos and Abuja over a month ago, has now spread to other parts of the country, leaving citizens grappling with skyrocketing prices and limited access to petrol.    In some regions, the price of gasoline has surged to over N1000 per liter, further exacerbating the hardships faced by many Nigerians.  …

China has sentenced Li Yuyi, the former vice president of the Chinese Football Association, to 11 years in prison for corruption, demonstrating the country’s unwavering stance against bribery and abuse of power.    The verdict, delivered by a Chinese court on August 19, found Li guilty of accepting bribes and gifts in exchange for favors during his tenure at the …

President Bola Tinubu has granted approval for the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited to utilize the 2023 final dividends owed to the federation to cover the cost of petrol subsidies.    This decision reflects the president’s concern for alleviating the financial strain on citizens while ensuring that essential policies are enforced.    The NNPC had previously reported to Tinubu …

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has highlighted the persistent leadership crisis as the root of Nigeria’s ongoing challenges, including unemployment, insecurity, and economic instability.    Speaking at the 2024 edition of the Leadership Empowerment International Conference on August 17, Obasanjo emphasized that self-centered and deceitful leadership continues to hinder the nation’s progress.    However, he acknowledged that this lack of effective …

A terrifying incident at the Highfield Festival in Leipzig, Germany, has raised urgent calls for stricter safety checks after a Ferris wheel caught fire, leaving over 30 people injured.    As horrified onlookers watched, two carts burst into flames while the wheel continued to rotate, trapping riders in a dangerous situation.    The festival, known for drawing crowds of up …

A Kaduna State lecturer and public commentator, Ismail Sahabi, has been released by kidnappers after enduring 31 harrowing days in captivity.  According to LIB, Mr. Sahabi, a lecturer at the Federal College of Education, Zaria, was abducted along with his brother, Sidi Aliyu Sahabi, and two others while they were farming in Kasuwar Magani, Chikun Local Government Area.  The victims, …

In a decisive move to enforce accountability and reduce unnecessary expenditure, President Bola Tinubu has mandated a significant reduction in the size of Nigeria’s delegation to the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. The directive, aimed at curbing wasteful spending and ensuring that only essential officials participate, reflects the administration’s commitment to prudent resource management and the …

Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as’Portable’, has agitated controversy once again after sharing a video that appears to depict him performing a ritual, sparking widespread concern over the public promotion of practices that could negatively influence societal values.  The video, which has gone viral, shows the singer engaging in what many perceive to be a traditional ritual involving …