May 2024
Nasarawa State Governor Commissions 15km Garaku-Gurku-Dari Road
His Excellency, the Governor of Nasarawa State, Abdullahi Sule, has commissioned the newly completed 15km Garaku-Gurku-Dari Road in the Kokona Local Government Area of the state. The road, constructed at a cost of N3,670,311,759.22, was awarded to Tongy Group Limited in November 2022 as part of the administration’s commitment to providing road infrastructure for the […]
Lagos State Government Unifies Tax Payments to Boost Tourism Sector
The Lagos State Government has announced that it has completed preparations to unify tax payments in the tourism sector, aiming to prevent multiple taxations and reduce the tax burden on business owners. Commissioner for Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, made this known at a stakeholders’ event titled “Addressing current industry challenges, exploring emerging […]
Osun ongoing projects won’t affect ‘stomach infrastructure’ – Adeleke
The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has said his administration’s ongoing infrastructure projects would not make him abandon ‘stomach infrastructure’ for the people of the state. The term ‘stomach infrastructure’ in government circles in Nigeria means taking care of loyalists and supporters. The concept was made popular by ex-Ekiti State governor, Ayo Fayose, having appointed […]
Crisis at Aces School: Father attacks teacher over alleged beating of daughter
A crisis erupted at Aces Nursery, Primary, and Secondary School in Abuja when a father, Muhammed Jimeta, assaulted a teacher, Sekinat Adedeji, for allegedly beating his daughter, Karima Jimeta. The incident occurred on Tuesday, May 28, 2024.Sekinat Adedeji recounted that she was holding her three-month-old baby when Jimeta attacked her. She teaches Karima, who is […]
Tension as Police kill 2 in Ekiti
In Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, a heartbreaking incident unfolded on Tuesday evening, resulting in the unintended deaths of two young men in the Omisanjana area, the bustling hub of the state capital. At approximately 10:30 p.m., a mishap occurred, triggering anger among local youths, who sought to retaliate against the involved driver and even attempted to […]
Minister David Umahi Denies Allegations of Snubbing Journalists
Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi, refutes claims of ignoring journalists invited to his ministry’s press conference in Abuja. Umahi clarifies the situation, stating that scheduling conflicts and miscommunications with his media aide led to the absence of journalists during the event. Despite reports alleging his sudden departure during the presentation of his ministry’s scorecard […]
Rivers State High Court Vacates Seats of Defecting Lawmakers
In a recent ruling, the Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt declared the seats of 25 lawmakers, who switched from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), vacant. Presiding Judge Hon. Justice Charles Wali also ordered Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule to cease acting as the Speaker of the Rivers State […]
Two Robbery Suspects Sustain Severe Injuries Attempting Escape from Court
Two robbery suspects, aged 27, suffer life-threatening injuries after leaping from a two-storey building in a bid to evade authorities at an Ibadan Magistrate Court. Held in Agodi Correctional Centre since 2023, the suspects, awaiting trial, underestimated the height of the court building, resulting in a heavy landing on the concrete below. One suspect’s skull […]
FRSC corps marshal redeploys senior officers
Shehu Mohammed, the newly appointed Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps, enacted changes on Wednesday by redeploying five senior officers. This strategic maneuver aims to boost the corps’ efficiency and streamline its operations.The reshuffling involves three Assistant Corps Marshals, one Corps Commander, and one Deputy Corps Commander, all of whom are required to […]
Ooni Adeyeye Ogunwusi Announces New Date for 2024 AyanAgalu Traditional Drum Festival
The Paramount Ruler of Ife, Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, Custodian of Yoruba culture and traditions, alongside Olori Aderonke Ademiluyi-Ogunwusi, cultural ambassador of the AyanAgalu Traditional Drum Festival, has announced the new dates for the 2024 AyanAgalu Traditional Drum Festival. The event will be held on July […]