South-South women protest, condemn Natasha’s alleged disrespect of Akpabio
….demand unreserved apology By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – WOMEN in South-South geopolitical zone under the auspices of Concerned South South Women Group, weekend, protested Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s alleged disrespect of the President of the Senate, Senator God’swill Akpabio over seat rearrangement in the Senate chambers. Speaking on behalf of the women, Hon Ebiere Akpobesa, explained […]
State Creation: Committee proposes ‘Remo-Ijebu State’ with Sagamu as capital
A committee established by the Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remoland to oversee the proposed state creation from the old Ijebu Province has submitted its report, recommending Sagamu as the capital of the new state.
NAFDAC blacklists Indian Pharmaceutical firm over dangerous addictive pills
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has blacklisted Aveo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Limited, an Indian pharmaceutical company, for manufacturing and exporting dangerous, addictive pills capable of causing severe health risks, including death.
Pope suffers breathing ‘crisis’ – Vatican
Pope Francis, in hospital with pneumonia, suffered a breathing “crisis” on Friday which caused him to vomit, but he was given air and responded well, the Vatican said.
Akwa Ibom Gov seeks Tinubu’s support for Ibom Deep Sea Port
The Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, on Friday appealed to President Bola Tinubu to support the development of the Ibom Deep Sea Port, describing it as a game changer for the state, the South-South region, and Nigeria’s economic growth.
6 injured as gunmen invade Osun community
Shina Abubakar Six persons were reportedly injured after gunmen invaded the Egbedi community in Egbedore Local Government Council Area over a land and chieftaincy dispute. It was gathered that some gun-wielding hoodlums laid siege on the town on Thursday, shooting sporadically into the air and attacking residents with cutlasses. A palace chief who spoke with […]
Sultan declares March 1 as start of Ramadan fasting
The Sultan of Sokoto and Leader of the Muslim Ummah in Nigeria, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has officially declared Saturday, March 1, 2025, as the first day of Ramadan 1446 AH, marking the beginning of the holy month of fasting.
UEFA fines Real Madrid for ‘discriminatory behaviour’ in Champions League
Real Madrid were on Friday punished for the behaviour of their fans during the second leg of the Champions League play-off against Manchester City.
PANDEF urges Supreme Court to reconsider ruling on Rivers State FAAC allocation
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has expressed deep concern over the recent ruling by the Supreme Court of Nigeria, which has halted the disbursement of Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) funds to Rivers State. The group warns that this decision could have severe consequences for the state’s citizens, economic stability, and ongoing peace efforts in the Niger Delta region.
Speakership: GAC, APC Caucus working to resolve Lagos Assembly impasse – Olusi
The Chairman of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC), Pa Tajudeen Olusi, has disclosed that the All Progressives Congress (APC) caucus committee, led by Chief Bisi Akande, and the council are currently working towards an amicable resolution of the ongoing leadership crisis in the Lagos State House of Assembly.
Tinubu to Muslims: Use Ramadan to foster unity, peace in communities
President Bola Tinubu has urged Muslims to use the Ramadan period to foster unity and peace in their various communities.
