The founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, attacked the federal government on Wednesday, charging that by providing palliative care, it was turning Nigerians into paupers. He also stated his support for the Patriots’ demand for a new constitution during the Prestige Sisters League’s thank-you tour to …

Presidents Bola Tinubu of Nigeria and Teodoro Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea inked a major deal pertaining to the Gulf of Guinea Pipeline Project on Wednesday in Malabo. According to Ajuri Ngelale, a spokesman for President Tinubu, the partnership intends to strengthen legislative and regulatory procedures for gas development, with potential …

Flight disruptions loom over Nigeria as aviation workers announce plans for a nationwide strike on August 21, 2024. The action is in response to the Federal Government’s ongoing 50% deduction from the internally generated revenue of key aviation agencies, a move that workers argue jeopardizes the safety of passengers and …

The Lagos State Government, on Thursday, August 16, demolished several houses constructed on the canal along the System 157 – Orchid Road – Eti Osa drainage channels. The action was part of efforts to alleviate flooding and improve drainage systems in anticipation for the rainy season. According to the State …

In response to severe drought conditions affecting Niger State, the Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, led a prayer session on August 15, 2024, at the Eid praying ground in Esso, Bida.  The event, which included traditional and religious leaders as well as local farmers, was held to seek divine intervention …

The Federal Government has announced a plan to recruit 3,500 teachers for Unity Colleges across Nigeria, aiming to improve education quality and provide equal employment opportunities. The Minister of Education, Hon. Yusuf Sununu, revealed this initiative during a two-day National Stakeholders’ Forum on Senior Secondary Education in Nigeria. The recruitment …

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia has expressed significant concerns about the potential risks to his personal safety and the safety of Saudi citizens if he advances with the normalization of relations with Israel. These fears were brought to light during his discussions with US lawmakers, as reported …

The Nigerian government has been accused of lavish spending and poor contract management after a French court allowed a Chinese firm, Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment Co. Limited, to seize presidential jets and other offshore assets. The court ruling, which favored the Chinese company, has raised concerns about the government’s sensitivity …

NSITF has set a goal to significantly increase its coverage by enrolling one million new beneficiaries every year. This expansion aims to provide financial protection and security to a larger segment of the population. During a recent retreat with legislative committees, NSITF’s Managing Director, Oluwaseun Faleye, announced plans to extend …

The National Judicial Council has recommended Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the next Chief Justice of Nigeria. Justice Kekere-Ekun’s recommendation marks a milestone for women in the judiciary, as she becomes the first female CJN in years. The NJC’s 106th meeting, presided over by Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, made the recommendation to …

Children who have seen intimate partner abuse at home can now participate in an ongoing Support and Healing Group Program offered by the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Abuse Agency (DSVA). This program seeks to give impacted children a safe and supportive environment through the Psychosocial Department. The program offers …

Chiyaan Vikram and Malavika Mohanan’s eagerly awaited thriller *Thangalaan* opened in theaters throughout the world today, receiving excellent reviews from fans on social media. The film, which is based in the famed Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) and was directed by Pa. Ranjith, has garnered a lot of interest and buzz. …

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) is set to implement a zero percent import duty and value-added tax (VAT) exemption on essential food items following approval by President Bola Tinubu. The program, which was disclosed in a letter dated August 14, 2024, is a component of a larger plan to deal …