Prisons not Tuberculosis hotbeds, says NCoS
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Nigerian Correctional Service NCoS has rejected as misleading and inaccurate a report published by a newspaper which alleged that custodial facilities are now hotbeds for Tuberculosis. Reacting in a statement on Sunday in Abuja, Service Spokesman, CSC Jane Osuji said the publication failed to reflect the true state of tuberculosis […]
Catholic priest slumps, dies while delivering homily
The Parish Priest of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Boji-Boji Agbor, in Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State, Rev. Fr. Stephen Chukwuma, has reportedly slumped and died while delivering a homily.
Why Nigerian youths must prioritise blood pressure control
In spite of concerted efforts, including partnerships to stamp out hypertension, otherwise known as High Blood Pressure (BP) in Nigeria, stakeholders are worried it still kills thousands of people particularly young adults. A report from the World Health Organisation (WHO) shows that no fewer than 1.3 billion adults globally live with hypertension, with nearly half unaware […]
Troops neutralise over 23 bandits in Kano-Katsina onslaught
Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma, have neutralised 23 bandits following coordinated attacks in Kano State between Jan. 1 and Jan. 2, reinforcing the effectiveness of ongoing intelligence-led operations in the region. A credible military source told Newsmen that troops engaged bandits in Shanono and Tsanyawa Local Government Areas (LGAs) after being alerted to their location […]
25 dead, 14 missing in Yobe boat mishap
No fewer than 25 persons died while 14 others are still missing after a boat capsized along the Yobe River in Garbi town, Nguru Local Government Area of the state.
SERAP to Tinubu: Probe missing N128bn in power ministry, NBET now
SERAP said, “Anyone suspected to be responsible should face prosecution as appropriate, if there is sufficient admissible evidence.
INEC disowns fake 2027 election timetable
The Independent National Electoral Commission has urged the public and media to disregard a purported timetable for the 2027 General Election circulating online.
Fubara reaffirms support for united Ogoni, MOSOP
By Davies Iheamnachor The Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminialayi Fubara, has reaffirmed support and commitment to a more united Ogoni nation and its Socio-cultural organisation, the Movement for the Survival of Ogoni People, MOSOP. Fubara, who sued for unity among the stakeholders and leaders of Ogoni, said the people would achieve all aspects of […]
China calls on US to ‘immediately release’ Venezuela’s Maduro
China called on the United States, US on Sunday to immediately release Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro after Washington carried out a strike on Caracas and captured the leader.
US lifts Caribbean airspace restrictions after Venezuela strike
The United States lifted airspace restrictions over the Caribbean late on Saturday after barring commercial flights during a US military operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
Tiwa Savage: A real woman longing for love and family
When Nigeria’s generally acclaimed “Queen of Afrobeats” broke down in tears while performing her hit single Somebody’s Son at the WeLoveYa festival in Cotonou, Benin Republic, on Saturday, December 27, 2025, it came as no surprise. Tiwa’s case is just a case of a woman who has been too strong for too long.
