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President Bola Tinubu confirmed the passing of esteemed veteran broadcaster, Kabiru Usman Fagge, aged 77, who breathed his last on Friday in the United States of America. President Tinubu expressed deep sorrow in a condolence message to…
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The acting governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has taken decisive action by freezing the accounts of all 18 local government areas and 33 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs). The development comes just days after Aiyedatiwa assumed the…
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The Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa declared that the solution to terrorism in Nigeria lies primarily in good governance, emphasizing that military intervention accounts for only 30 percent of the remedy. Speaking at a…
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Former Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, asserted that the National Assembly's primary duty is to support the agendas, politics, and plans of the executive arm of the government. Dismissing accusations of being a "rubber…
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Top News Highlights from Nigerian Newspapers Today Saturday December 15, 2023 In the latest developments from Nigerian newspapers on this Saturday morning, significant events are unfolding across the country. Resignations in Rivers…
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The Northern Governors’ Forum (NGF) has announced a generous donation of N180 million to aid the Kaduna State government and victims affected by the devastating airstrike. The announcement came after the inaugural meeting of the NGF held…
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Hope Uzodinma, the governor of Imo state, has cautioned politicians against politicizing the recent bombing incident in Kaduna. Emphasizing the importance of Nigeria's unity for its survival, Governor Uzodinma urged political figures to…
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The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has dismissed the proposal made by Ohaneze Ndigbo's President, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanu, labeling it as "baseless and misguided." This rejection was communicated through a press release issued by…
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Armed operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have descended upon the Supreme Court, fortifying its premises in anticipation of the much-awaited judgment in the case of Nnamdi Kanu, the influential leader of the Indigenous…
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The Supreme Court is to rule on the future of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). This verdict will determined whether Nnamdi Kanu would regain his freedom or remain in custody, marking a pivotal…
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Peter Obi Attributes Nigeria's Backwardness to Leadership Failure Former Anambra State governor and Labour Party's presidential candidate in the last election, Mr. Peter Obi, recently highlighted Nigeria's backwardness, attributing it to…
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Top News Highlights from Nigerian Newspapers – December 15, 2023 1. NLC Warns Against Fuel Price Hike The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) issued a stern warning to the Federal Government, cautioning against heeding the World…
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The reconciliation attempts led by President Bola Tinubu to mend the strained relations between Rivers State Governor Simi Fubara and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike have crumbled, according to statements from the All Progressives Congress (APC).…
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Chief Emeka Woke, the Rivers State Commissioner for Special Projects, has submitted his resignation, adding another layer of complexity to the ongoing political discord in the state. Emeka Woke departure closely follows that of Attorney…
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Jumia Bids Farewell to Food Delivery Service in Strategic Shift Jumia Technologies, a prominent e-commerce platform, recently revealed its decision to discontinue its food delivery arm, Jumia Food, by the end of December. The company…
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Acting Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa urged citizens to unite and renew their commitment to the state's development. Stepping into the role during Governor Rotimi Akeredolu's medical leave, Aiyedatiwa acknowledged the recent political…
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The National Assembly Committee on Defence, the Minister of Defence, Abubakar Badaru, voiced concerns over the adequacy of the N1.57 trillion allocated to combat insecurity in 2024. Badaru emphasized that the rising operational costs,…
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The World Bank has expressed concern over the current fuel prices in Nigeria, indicating that they are not in line with market conditions. During the presentation of the Nigeria Development Update (NDU), December 2023 Edition, the World…
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Highlights from Nigerian Newspapers: Key Developments on Thursday Morning Good morning! Here's a roundup of the top stories from Nigerian newspapers on Thursday, December 14, 2023: 1. The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has granted…
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The newly inaugurated Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) has pledged to put an end to the longstanding practice of "cash and carry" in appointments and promotions. Prof. Tunji Olaopa, the Chairman of the FCSC, announced this…
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