Zulum condoles Correspondents’ Chapel Chairman over father’s death
By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has sent a high-powered delegation to Marama town in Hawul Local Government Area to commiserate with the Chairman of the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Comrade Inusa Ndahi, over the death of his father. The delegation, led by the Special […]
Again, four killed, 10 injured in fresh Benue herdsmen attack
By Peter Duru, Makurdi Suspected armed herders have reportedly killed four persons and injured 10 others in renewed attacks on communities in Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State. The attacks, which lasted two days, targeted farmers working on their farmlands in Anyiase, Moon Council Ward, and later passengers attempting to flee the affected communities. […]
Court of Appeal upholds hijab ban in University of Ibadan International School
“In public schools you can wear hijab on school uniforms, but the Supreme Court is yet to make any decision on hijab in private schools”
France braced for extreme heat threat in World Cup clash with Paraguay
“We knew it would be very hot. I think tomorrow it will be a little cooler than today, and I hope there are no storms this time,” Deschamps told reporters at Lincoln Financial Field, where Saturday’s game will take place.
Court orders Saraki’s arraignment over Kwara’s alleged defamation suit
A Kwara High Court sitting in Ilorin has dismissed a preliminary objection filed by former Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki
Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
Hossam Abdelmaguid scored the decisive penalty as Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties after they finished level at 1-1 following extra time on Friday to reach the World Cup last 16.
LAUTECH students among 11 suspected cultists arrested as police foil planned attack
The operation, carried out by operatives of the Command’s Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), also led to the recovery of firearms, ammunition and other dangerous weapons allegedly intended for use in violent activities.
‘You brought me into politics and stood by me’ – Tinubu mourns Kola Oseni
President Bola Tinubu has paid a glowing tribute to elder statesman and progressive politician, Alhaji Ganiyu Kolapo Oseni, describing him as the man who introduced him to politics and stood firmly by him throughout his political journey. In a personal tribute released on Friday following Oseni’s death, the President expressed deep sorrow over the loss […]
NDLEA warns public against fake auction offers using officials’ names
By Kingsley Omonobi The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has warned Nigerians to be wary of fraudsters impersonating its officials to defraud unsuspecting members of the public through fake auction offers for forfeited vehicles. In a statement issued on Friday, the agency’s spokesman, Femi Babafemi, said the scammers have been using the names of […]
Nigeria’s challenge is low revenue, not high debt – World Bank
The World Bank has said Nigeria’s biggest fiscal challenge is weak revenue mobilisation rather than excessive borrowing, urging the government to prioritise efforts to boost revenue generation to support sustainable economic growth. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television on Friday, the World Bank Country Director for Nigeria, Mathew Verghis, said Nigeria’s debt profile remains […]
HURIWA warns U.S. troop pullout could fuel fresh terror attacks
By Chioma Obinna The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has expressed concern over the withdrawal of most United States troops from joint counterterrorism operations in Nigeria, warning that the move could create a security vacuum for terrorist groups to regroup and launch fresh attacks. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by […]
