25,000 Borno families share Zulum’s N25m
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, stated that his administration’s frequent distribution of food palliatives was necessary to balance addressing the immediate needs of the people affected by the Boko Haram insurgency and laying the groundwork for lasting change. While…
Ododo seeks FG assistance to tackle insecurity
Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo has urged the Federal Government to assist the state in addressing the challenges of insecurity and incessant flooding in some parts of the state. According to a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Ismaila…
Three arrested as man stab another to death at Ogun party
A man identified only as Abubakar was fatally stabbed following an argument that broke out between him and another person at a birthday party in the Halleluyah Quarter, Ibafo area of Obafemi Owode Local Government Area in Ogun State. The…
First lady launches Navy’s offshore patrol vessel
The second 76-meter High Endurance Offshore Patrol Vessel, built for the Nigerian Navy in DEARSAN Shipyard, Turkey, was launched by the wife of Nigeria’s President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. This was announced in a statement signed by the Director of Information,…
Farmers, herders sign peace pact to end clashes in S’West
Farmers and herders in the South-West region of Nigeria signed a peace pact on Saturday to permanently end clashes between the two warring groups and promote food security for the benefit of all. The coordinator of Commodities Farmers Organisation in…
Lagos seals RCCG complex over pollution
The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office has closed the administrative and kitchen facilities of the Redeemed Christian Church of God Jesus Sanctuary due to the alleged reckless discharge of wastewater into the surrounding environment. This action was taken in response…
Navy warns criminals to keep off Niger Delta
Commodore Abba Muhsin, the Commander of the NNS Delta, issued a stern warning to criminal elements, advising them to avoid its operational areas or face the consequences. The warning came on Saturday shortly after the quarterly route march conducted by…
Six killed as bandits, vigilantes clash in Sokoto market
A clash between suspected bandits and vigilantes, locally known as Yan Sakai, in the Gada Local Government Area of Sokoto State has resulted in the deaths of six individuals. The incident occurred on Thursday night (April 18, 2024). According to…
Nigeria, Cameroon sign agreement on trans-boundary ecosystems conservation
Nigeria and the Government of the Republic of Cameroon have signed a cooperation framework on trans-boundary ecosystems conservation and sustainable management of forestry and wildlife resources. The agreement was signed by the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, alongside the Minister…
Human Rights Lawyer Urges Impeachment Proceedings Against Kogi State Governor
Human rights lawyer, Deji Ajare, has called on the Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Umar Yusuf, to initiate impeachment proceedings against the Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, over allegations of misconduct and abuse of office. Ajare made…