UMUAHIA — Governor Alex Otti of Abia State is set to officially flag off the construction of the Abia Medical City, a landmark $1.3 billion healthcare infrastructure project, in early July 2025. The initiative is designed to transform the state into a premier hub for medical excellence and reverse the growing trend of outbound medical
UMUAHIA — The Abia State House of Assembly has announced that it has successfully passed 37 bills since its inauguration two years ago, reflecting what it described as a period of “robust legislative activity and people-focused lawmaking.” The disclosure was made on Tuesday, June 25, 2025, during a special plenary session held to mark the
ABUJA — Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Ali Ndume, has issued a strong caution to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the wave of political defections flooding the party, warning that the ruling party risks collapse if it continues to absorb politicians indiscriminately. Ndume, who represents
In the holy city of Al-Madinah, a profound spiritual atmosphere has enveloped the streets, as light radiates gently over the sacred land and the air becomes saturated with the sound of takbirs rising toward the heavens. Pilgrims and residents alike are witnessing a moment of deep reverence and unity, as voices in praise of the
ABUJA — The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on National Planning and Economic Development, Hon. Gboyega Nasir Isiaka, has called on Nigerians to actively engage their elected representatives in the National Assembly, stressing the importance of public accountability and transparency in governance. Speaking during a recent policy dialogue on inclusive economic development held
Ibadan, Oyo State – Monday, June 23, 2025 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State is facing mounting criticism from opposition parties and civic groups over the alleged approval and commencement of a ₦63.5 billion renovation project at the Government House, Agodi, Ibadan. The expenditure, described by critics as excessive and ill-timed, has sparked public debate
Abuja, June 23, 2025 – President Bola Tinubu officially inaugurated the first phase of a groundbreaking Nigeria–Belarus agricultural mechanisation initiative, marking a major milestone in efforts to modernise the country’s agricultural sector and boost food security. During the ceremony, Tinubu flagged off the arrival of 2,000 tractors and 9,072 assorted agricultural implements—including ploughs, harrows, and
Abuja – June 23, 2025 – The Nigerian Senate has officially scheduled a two-day Zonal Public Hearing on the proposed amendments to the 1999 Constitution, with sessions set to take place simultaneously across the six geopolitical zones on July 4 and 5, 2025. The hearings are being organised by the Senate Committee on the Review
Lagos, June 23, 2025 – Lagos State is on the brink of a historic public health achievement, as efforts to eliminate malaria in the region are showing remarkable progress. State health officials report that malaria prevalence has dropped to just 1.3 percent, positioning Lagos within reach of pre-elimination status—a milestone that would make it the
Abuja, June 23, 2025 – Minister of Solid Minerals and veteran political strategist Dele Alake has credited President Bola Tinubu for playing a pivotal role in the emergence of the late MKO Abiola as the Social Democratic Party’s (SDP) presidential candidate in 1993. Alake, who served as Tinubu’s Media and Communications Director during the 2023
