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Wike, Ortom, Other Top Politicians Storm Ibadan, Reasons EmergeSource: Facebook READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG
Wike, Ortom, Other Top Politicians Storm Ibadan, Reasons EmergeSource: Facebook READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG
Reactions as Tinubu’s Minister Says US, UK Citizens Seek Healthcare in NigeriaSource: TwitterPeople are now beginning to come from the subregion, and even from faraway places like the UK and the US, to receive quality healthcare in Nigeria, he said. FG approves N12bn for MRI equipment in tertiary hospitals University of Uyo Teaching Hospital Federal … Read more
The PDP Board of Trustees convened an emergency meeting in Abuja to resolve the leadership crisis and disputes over the National Secretary position Top party figures, including Senator Adolphus Wabara and Senator Ahmed Makarfi, participated in discussions aimed at strengthening party unity The BoT is working to restore stability in the party as internal legal … Read more
Dauda Buba Fika, an assistant commissioner of police, who was shot during a confrontation with Boko Haram terrorists in 2017, has reportedly passed away ACP Fika was popular for his toughness in the fight against the terrorist Boko Haram and passed away at the national hospital on Tuesday, February 4 ACP Fika was known for … Read more
Dr Ikenna Erinne, a 36-year-old Nigerian cardiologist in the US, tragically took his own life after a court ordered him to pay $15,000 monthly in child support Legal expert, Faruq Abbas explained that family courts prioritise children’s well-being and advised diaspora Nigerians to understand foreign legal systems Mental health expert, Duke Ezikpe highlighted the societal … Read more
A fire at an Almajiri school in Kauran Namoda, Zamfara State, claimed 17 lives and injured several others, with the blaze lasting nearly three hours Emergency responders and locals struggled to control the intense fire, while the injured are receiving treatment at nearby medical facilities Authorities have launched an investigation, and the state government has … Read more
President Bola Tinubu will meet with his French counterpart, President Emmanuel Macron during the visit. Photo credit: @officialABATSource: TwitterIn Addis Ababa, President Tinubu will join African leaders at the 46th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council and the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the AU Heads of State, scheduled from February 12th to … Read more
Ebonyi: Over 10 Confirmed Dead, Many Missing as Herdsmen Reportedly Attack VillagesSource: Getty ImagesState government demands justiceNo government is happy to see their citizens being killed in a bloody manner. This is a horrific scene to behold. If you look at those corpses, they are a younger generation that were lost, Obila lamented. READ IN … Read more
The Centre for Good Governance (CGG) praised the NLC and NCC for engaging in dialogue over the proposed 50% telecom tariff increase A 10-member committee was formed to review the hike, leading to the suspension of the NLCs planned protest CGG urged all parties to prioritize Nigerians welfare and continue constructive discussions for a balanced … Read more
Several federal road projects across the country have been approved for reconstruction by the federal government President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the projects during the federal executive council (FEC) meeting A presidential aide, Sunday Dare, has released a list of the approved road projects, state and allocation Presidential aide, Sunday Dare, releases list of road … Read more
The Kwara State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) has opened its recruitment process for teaching positions TESCOM Chairman, Mallam Bello Tauheed Abubakar, advised applicants to review the guidelines carefully The recruitment will prioritize candidates willing to serve in rural areas to address staffing needs in those regions, ensuring a fair balance of qualifications, competence, and availability … Read more
The Federal Government has launched toll operations on the AbujaAkwangaLafiaMakurdi Road to repay a $460.8 million loan from China Exim Bank Toll fees range from N500 to N1,600, with exemptions for police and military vehicles, and discounts for frequent commercial road users Revenue from toll collection will support loan repayment and road maintenance, ensuring sustainable … Read more
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN, unveiled the 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP) by NiMet, predicting significant rainfall events across Nigeria The SCP forecasts delayed onset of rain in northern and central states, while early onset is expected in southern states The document is crucial for informed decision-making, benefiting sectors like agriculture, … Read more
First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, through the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), donated some aid to victims of the Niger State tanker explosion During her visit, she commended Governor Mohammed Bago for his contributions to agriculture, highlighting his efforts in strengthening the sector for the state’s and Nigeria’s benefit The first lady also visited former military … Read more
Less than 24 hours after the federal executive council (FEC) meeting on Monday, February 3, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu presided over another council meeting at the presidential villa, Abuja During the meeting on Tuesday, February 4, at the council chamber, President Tinubu approved the immediate release of N80 billion for the reconstruction and expansion of … Read more
Ohanaeze Ndigbo Counters Wike, Rivers Groups, Mentions Why Will Not Deny His Igbo IdentitySource: TwitterDefending Ancestry Amidst Criticism Some people say they are from Benin, that their ancestry is Benin. And I say, thats fine. Lets go there. We say that we have a relationship with the Igbo. Im not going to deny my Igbo … Read more
A civil society group, Concerned Citizens of Nigeria, has urged President Bola Tinubu to end fuel importation, support local refining, and protect the economy The group also urged the NNPCL to provide full transparency regarding alleged subsidy payments and fuel imports despite operational local refineries The Concerned Citizens advised the government to prioritise local refineries … Read more
NIMET has issued a weather forecast for 5th and 6th February 2025, predicting sunny skies with hazy conditions in the Northern and North Central regions Isolated thunderstorms are expected in the Southern region on the 5th, while early morning thunderstorms are forecasted for the 6th NIMET has advised the public to take necessary precautions and … Read more
Ado Haruna says the bandits gave him N200,000 as his share from the N10m ransom. Photo credit: Nigeria Police ForceSource: FacebookI led the bandits to his house but didnt let him see me. We were living in the same community. They did not see Anas, so they took his wife and children. For the 60 … Read more
The Olowu of Kuta, Oba Hammeed Adekunle Oyelude Makama, emphasized that chieftaincy titles in Owu Kuta are not for sale but are conferred based on merit and service to the community Retired Botswana army general Brig. Gen. Michael Mukomani was named Otun Balogun Agba of Owu Kuta, while Saudi Arabian princess Ms. Amani Bint Muhammed … Read more
EFCC busts 792 suspected crypto fraudsters in Lagos. Photo credit: @NigeriaStoriesSource: TwitterMan allegedly scams Hajj pilgrims of N144 million READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG
The Ogun state police command has charged suspended Olorile of Orile Ifo, Semiu Adewale Ogunjobi, to court The police arraigned the Ogun monarch for allegedly molesting and assaulting one of his chiefs, a 73-year-old man, Elder Abraham Areola The suspended monarch was arraigned on three counts charges of conspiracy, assault and conduct likely to cause … Read more
Let me also inform my colleagues that Mr President has also assented to the orth-Central Development Commission establishment bill 2024, to bring development to the grassroots. And for this, we congratulate, the good people of the North-Central region of Nigeria, and we wish them more development and particularly peace, as we forge ahead in the … Read more
Former military and democratic leader in Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, left office on May 29, 2023, after eight years at the helm of affairs Buhari is known to be modest and incorruptible, and he recently disclosed that he owns only three houses: one in his hometown of Daura, Katsina state, and two in Kaduna state Per … Read more
Police authorities in Lagos have arrested a teenager after allegedly breaking into a home to steal N4 million The 14-year-old girl was arraigned at the Badagry Chief Magistrates Court for allegedly stealing N4 million and breaching peace by entering a house with a spare key Although the case has been adjourned but the prosecutor, Inspector … Read more