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Zamfara state, Nigeria:The Zamfara State Government has restated its commitment to strengthening the state’s healthcare system by providing accessible, high-quality services and reducing dependence on external medical referrals. Governor Dauda Lawal made this known during the commissioning of the fully renovated and remodeled General Hospital in Gusau, the state capital. The rehabilitation project, he said, […]

OGBOMOSHO, OYO STATE – A tanker carrying 45,000 litres of kerosene has lost control in Ogbomoso, Oyo State. News sources gathered that the incident occurred on Friday at the Taki Roundabout area. Chairman of Oyo State Fire Service, Hon Maroof Akinwande confirmed the incident. “On getting to the scene of the incident, we met a trailer […]

Abuja, Nigeria: The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has sealed 21 facilities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) over violations of national environmental regulations. The affected sites include several major construction and real estate projects that reportedly failed to conduct the mandatory Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), in breach of the National Environmental […]

“Nunc Dimittis” also known as the “Song of Simeon” is a canticle from Luke 2:29 – 32; “Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace: according to thy word. For mine eyes have seen thy salvation, which thou hast prepared before the face of all people To be a light to lighten the Gentiles, […]

Abuja, Nigeria: The Presidency has criticized the President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, over his recent comments on Nigeria’s economic trajectory, accusing him of making politically charged statements based on inaccurate data. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, took to his X (formerly Twitter) handle to […]

ABUJA, Nigeria: Human rights lawyer and activist Frank Tietie has called on the Federal Government to urgently intervene in the growing cases of financial fraud and discriminatory practices faced by Nigerian traders in China. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, Tietie warned that the continued mistreatment of Nigerian importers could strain diplomatic and trade […]

NIGERIA – President Bola Tinubu has called on governors to remain focused on delivering tangible results that improve the lives of their people, urging them to disregard armchair critics. The President gave the charge during a two-day visit to Katsina, adding that the accurate measure of leadership is a positive, visible impact. “Let the people […]

Katsina state , Nigeria: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on state governors to remain focused on delivering impactful governance, stressing that tangible achievements will speak louder than criticism. He urged them to ignore detractors and instead let their work define their leadership. Speaking during a two-day working visit to Katsina State, the President underscored […]

NIGERIA – The disappearance of popular fashion entrepreneur, Ejiro, CEO of the Instagram brand @stylebyejiro, has sparked alarm on social media. According to reports, she vanished after joining a controversial prayer group now suspected to be a cult. The group, called Naiboth, is allegedly led by Joy Solomon and Aba, with other members including Elizabeth […]

Maiduguri, Nigeria — Tension gripped Maiduguri early Wednesday as a fire outbreak at the Giwa Military Barracks armoury set off multiple explosions, prompting panic and mass evacuation among residents. Eyewitnesses reported hearing deafening booms from the direction of the military base, sparking fears of a renewed insurgent attack. “We thought it was Boko Haram again,” […]