2025 SCP: NiMet predicts delayed onset of rainfall in 8 northern states
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted that eight northern states will experience delayed onset of rainfall in 2025. The agency’s prediction is contained in its 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP) unveiled by Mr Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, in Abuja on Tuesday. A statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday by […]
14-yr-old girl arrested over alleged N4m theft
The Police in Lagos, on Tuesday, arraigned a 14-year-old girl before a Badagry Chief Magistrates’ Court over an alleged N4m theft. The defendant, whose address is unknown, is facing a two-count- charge of breach of peace and stealing, to which she pleaded not guilty. The Prosecutor, Insp. Ayodele Adeosun told the court that the defendant […]
Trump’s tariffs could cost American households nearly $1,000 annually
U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs on imports from Canada and China are said to be expected to cost U.S. households an average of 964 dollars per year. This is according to calculations by RIA Novosti based on data from the U.S. Census Bureau. On Saturday, Trump signed executive orders imposing tariffs on goods from Canada, […]
Ochin, Abor Eha-Amufu natives debunk alleged killings at Eha-Amufu as false alarms
Natives of Ochin and Abor, both border communities in Eha-Amufu, Isi-Uzo LGA of Enugu State have debunked the recent report circulating on social media, which claimed a daily carnage in Eha-Amufu, at the weekend, describing it as fake and a false alarm by mischiefmakers.
Anambra polls: Labour Party to hold guber primaries in April
The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Labour Party (LP) has approved April 5, 2025, for the party’s gubernatorial primaries to elect its standard bearer for the forthcoming Anambra State governorship election.
‘Cancer not death sentence’ – Soludo’s wife
Mrs Soludo said: “Cancer is stealing from us in astronomical numbers due to late presentation and detection.
EFCC loses case as court acquits Fani-Kayode of forgery charges
Femi Fani-Kayode, a former Minister of Aviation, has been acquitted and discharged of the charge of medical forgery leveled against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
FG launches National Broadband Alliance to accelerate digital transformation
“However, challenges such as infrastructure gaps, underutilization of fibre networks, affordability, and digital literacy continue to limit full adoption.
Police detain IPO for allegedly doctoring case file, doctor’s report
The Zone 2 Police Command headquarters, Onikan, has confirmed the detention of an Investigating Police Officer (IPO) attached to Isheri-Oshun Division, for allegedly doctoring a case file and medical doctor’s report. The Assistance Inspector General (AIG) of Police in charge of the, zone, Mr Adegoke Fayoade, confirmed this to Newsmen on Tuesday in Lagos. Fayoade […]
How I got arrested for saying ‘drugs’ instead of ‘medications’ – UK-based Nigerian lady
A Nigerian lady living in the United Kingdom (UK), identified as @shakels95, has shared her shocking experience of being arrested due to a simple misunderstanding of Nigerian jargon.
Rwandan-backed group declares ceasefire in DRC’s war-torn east
Last week, the M23 and Rwandan troops seized Goma — the provincial capital of North Kivu, a mineral-rich region that has been blighted by war for over three decades.
