As Plateau State reels from a recent surge of violence that has claimed dozens of innocent lives, Christian leaders are making a passionate appeal for peace, unity, and justice during this year’s Easter celebrations. The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Plateau State chapter, along with denominational church leaders, has condemned the ongoing killings in communities
The Ondo State Police Command has firmly debunked reports alleging that a vehicle in the convoy of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, was involved in the tragic death of a young girl in Akure. According to the Commissioner of Police, Wilfred Afolabi, and the command’s spokesperson, Olusola Ayanlade, thorough investigations and eyewitness accounts have
Tragedy struck the Udege Mbeki community in Nasarawa State on Thursday when two young siblings, Umar Muhammad (7) and Ibrahim Muhammad (9), lost their lives by drowning in an abandoned excavation site formerly operated by Kenyang Mining Company Limited, a Chinese firm. The site, locally known as a paddock, had filled with rainwater following recent
The Olubadan Advisory Council has taken decisive action by dismissing two Mogajis—Chief Musilu Yekini Olaoye of Peluseriki compound, Isale Osi, and Chief Rasaki Funso Ayinde Oguntobi of Oloola Ogungbesan compound, Bode—following escalating family protests and allegations of misconduct. The council’s decision, endorsed by His Imperial Majesty, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, is
The Lagos State Police Command has categorically dismissed recent reports circulating in the media that claimed hundreds of Boko Haram suspects were apprehended within Lagos State. In a statement released by the command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the police described the publication as entirely false, malicious, and designed to incite unnecessary fear among the public.
In a groundbreaking move to widen access to nursing education across Nigeria, the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) has officially mandated all nursing institutions nationwide to accept Arabic and Islamic educational certificates, specifically the Senior Arabic and Islamic Secondary School Certificate Examination (SAISSCE), as valid alternatives to the traditional West African Examinations Council
In a stern public notice released yesterday, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Nigeria has cautioned investors against dealing with Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX) and its affiliated entities, describing the platform as an unauthorized operation promising “implausibly high guaranteed returns.” According to the notice dated April 17, 2025, CBEX, which also operates under various
In a detailed presentation that has sent waves through Nigeria’s energy landscape, the Honourable Minister of Power yesterday showcased remarkable strides achieved within the first quarter of 2025, highlighting unprecedented progress in the nation’s power sector under the Renewed Hope Agenda.Speaking before an assembly of government officials and stakeholders, the Minister revealed that Nigeria achieved
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a stern directive to banks, payment service providers, and fintech operators across the country, mandating them to reinforce their sanctions compliance frameworks or risk facing stiff regulatory actions. The directive, contained in a circular dated April 17, 2025, was signed by Amonia Opusunju on behalf of the
The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has expressed deep concern over the growing trend of Nigerian scholars, trained under its overseas scholarship scheme, opting to remain in foreign countries after completing their studies due to limited job opportunities back home in the oil and gas sector. This concern was brought to the fore during a
