The Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly, Abdulmalik Mohammed Sarkin-Daji, has formally welcomed Hon. Dogari Daje, the member-elect from Munya Constituency, after his significant victory in the by-election held on August 16, 2025. During the event, the Speaker extended his congratulations to Daje for his success and expressed his best wishes for his … Read more
The Federal Ministry of Environment’s National Flood Early Warning Center has issued a red alert for nine Northern states due to potential flooding from August 25 to 29, 2025. The warning, detailed in a circular signed by Usman Abdullahi Bokani, the Director of the Erosion, Flood and Coastal Zone Management Department, indicated that certain Northern … Read more
The Kano State Government has rejected claims regarding the diversion of ₦6.5bn from its treasury, labeling them as false, politically motivated, and intended to tarnish the reputation of its officials. This response came after a report surfaced, alleging that significant funds were misused by prominent aides of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. The government stated that … Read more
Members of the Niger State House of Assembly have approved a bill that raises the retirement age for academic personnel in state-run institutions. According to the new legislation, the retirement age for general academic staff has been elevated from 65 to 70 years, while those in the professorial category will now retire at 75 years … Read more
The Nigerian Army has taken into custody a man named Abubakar Ibrahim, also referred to as Abim Ndamitso, in Tsaragi, located in the Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State, on the suspicion that he is an informant for bandits who are terrorizing the area. Sources have revealed that the arrest occurred on Wednesday at … Read more
The governor of Nasarawa State, Abdullahi Sule, has decided to withdraw his intention to sue Prof. Zachary Gundu, a lecturer at Benue varsity, for defamation. This change comes after the intervention of the Tor Tiv, HRM James Ayatse. Governor Sule has chosen not to pursue legal action against Prof. Gundu, who is the leader of … Read more
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has pledged that his administration will reinstate local government areas throughout the state and restore their functions. Adeleke made this announcement during a reception held in his honor by the leadership of the state Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at the party’s state secretariat in Osogbo on Thursday. While addressing … Read more
A civil society group, the Ondo Redemption Front (ORF), on Thursday claimed that the Ondo State Government is lacking in transparency and accountability, especially concerning its contentious N240 billion bond. The organization stated that there is no public insight into the bond regarding its terms, usage, and current situation, emphasizing that Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s administration … Read more
On Thursday night, President Bola Tinubu left Yokohama, Japan, heading to Brazil, where he is set to commence a state visit on Sunday, August 24. According to a statement from his Senior Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President will make a stop in Los Angeles before continuing to Brasília, the capital … Read more
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has stated that President Bola Tinubu has made considerable progress in developing the South East since taking office. He made this announcement in Umuahia on Thursday during a town hall meeting and awareness program regarding the Federal government’s achievements in the South East under President Bola Tinubu. … Read more