The Ogun State Government has restated its resolve to rejuvenate water supply systems across the state, with a firm assurance that access to clean and safe water remains a fundamental right for every citizen, regardless of political alignment or location. This commitment is part of the ongoing reforms under the administration of Governor Dapo Abiodun,
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has issued a strong warning to individuals or groups intending to enter the state without official notification or clearance, stating clearly that the safety of such unscheduled visitors cannot be guaranteed. This development comes amid heightened security concerns and political sensitivity in the state. In a statement released
In a groundbreaking moment for space exploration, pop icon Katy Perry is set to embark on a historic all-female spaceflight aboard Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin rocket. The mission, scheduled for April 14, 2025, marks the first all-woman crewed flight since Soviet cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova’s pioneering solo journey in 1963. Perry will join five other accomplished
A Magistrate Court in Lagos has granted controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, bail in the sum of ₦1 million over a defamation lawsuit filed by Fuji music legend Saheed Osupa. The case stems from a heated feud between the two musicians, which escalated after Portable publicly insulted Osupa in response to
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, has called on residents to adhere strictly to traffic regulations while warning against any form of aggression towards law enforcement officers. This appeal comes amidst ongoing efforts to enforce road safety and ensure the protection of all road users in Abuja. Disu emphasized the importance
Pastor David Ibiyeomie, the founder of Salvation Ministries, has ignited a heated debate with his recent assertions about Jesus Christ’s stance on poverty. During a sermon, Ibiyeomie claimed that Jesus “hates poverty” and never visited any poor person in their home. This statement has been met with both criticism and support from various quarters, as
Amnesty International has sounded the alarm over the dire situation of hundreds of individuals, predominantly older women, facing witchcraft accusations in Ghana. These accusations often lead to severe human rights abuses, including murder, physical violence, and social ostracization. The victims, frequently marginalized and vulnerable, are forced to flee their communities and seek refuge in informal
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi recently embarked on a condolence visit to Plateau State, where he met with victims of the recent attacks in the Bokkos area. During his visit, Obi expressed deep sadness over the “senseless killings” that have ravaged communities, leaving many displaced and grieving. He emphasized that no Nigerian should
The Nigerian Army has voiced its concern over the low number of youths from the South-East region applying for military service. This trend has been persistent, with Enugu State, for instance, struggling to meet its recruitment quota. In the ongoing 2025 recruitment exercise, Enugu State has only managed to gather about 100 applications out of
In a strong display of solidarity, Christian leaders in Plateau State have organized a protest against the persistent killings that have plagued the region. The protest, known as the “Plateau Peace Walk,” was led by prominent figures such as Rev. Polycarp Lubo, Chairman of the Plateau State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN),
