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Ondo Govt Orders Evacuation as Flood Wreaks Havoc in Several Areas

Some residents of Okitipupa, Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State, have been displaced due to flooding, with their houses submerged following a three-day torrential rain. News Agency of Nigeria gathered on... Read more »
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Police Confirm Arrest of Osun Cleric for Alleged Defilement

Osun State Police Command on Saturday confirmed the arrest of an Islamic cleric, identified simply as Kadiri, for allegedly having carnal knowledge of a minor in Ede, Osun State. The incident that... Read more »
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Soldier Arrested for Murder of Phone Repairer in Adamawa

The Nigerian Army has confirmed the arrest of one of its personnel, Lance Corporal Ahmed Aminu, in connection with the death of a phone repairer, Alkasim Ibrahim, in Mayo Belwa Local Government... Read more »
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Former Military Leader Advocates for Mandatory Military Training in Nigeria

A former Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Azubuike Ihejirika (retd.), has called for the introduction of mandatory military training for all Nigerians, beginning with the National Youth Service Corps. This, he said,... Read more »
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IHRC Petitions Tinubu Over Unconstitutional Police Pension Scheme

The International Human Rights Commission, Nigeria, has thrown its weight behind the renewed push by the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, for a comprehensive reform of the Contributory Pension Scheme, as it... Read more »
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Benue Governor Appoints Pioneer VC for New University, 8 Others

Benue Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has approved the appointment of Prof. Msughter Amua as pioneer Vice Chancellor of the newly established Benue State University of Agriculture, Science and Technology Ihugh. The appointment was... Read more »
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Tiwa Savage’s Debut Album “Once Upon a Time” Reaches 12-Year Milestone

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, Tiwa Savage, has marked the 12th anniversary of her debut album, Once Upon a Time, expressing deep gratitude to her fans and reflecting on her journey so far. In... Read more »
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No to Minimum Wage Decentralization, NLC Warns

The Nigeria Labour Congress has declared its opposition to any move by the National Assembly to transfer labour issues, including the matter of the minimum wage, from the exclusive legislative list of... Read more »
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NDDC and NLNG Team Up for Bonny Ring Road Completion

The Niger Delta Development Commission, is partnering with the Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Limited to ensure the speedy completion of the 27.1-kilometre Bonny Ring Road and Bridges in Bonny Local Government Area... Read more »
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Ondo Police Bust Human Trafficking Syndicate, Rescue 40 Ghanaians

The Ondo State Police Command has dismantled a transnational human trafficking syndicate operating in Akure, rescuing 40 Ghanaian nationals allegedly trafficked into Nigeria under false pretenses. In a statement issued by the... Read more »
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66 Oyo Health Centres Get a Facelift: Better Healthcare Delivery Expected

The Oyo State Government has commenced a comprehensive upgrade of 66 Primary Healthcare Centres across the state, equipping them with essential medical tools and alternative power sources to ensure improved healthcare delivery... Read more »
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Enugu man confronts early morning preacher disturbing his peace with a microphone

A Nigerian man has confronted a preacher in Trans Ekulu, Enugu, for constantly showing up in front of his house around 5 AM to preach using a microphone. According to the resident, he... Read more »
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Presidency to Honour Dr. Pedus Eweama on July 26 During Diaspora Day 2025

Dr. Pedus Eweama is a globally recognized authority in strategic health policy reform, healthcare innovation, and grassroots community mobilization. Born in Imo State, Nigeria, Dr. Eweama has spent over two decades making... Read more »
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LASTMA rescues man trapped in Lagos crashed vehicle

Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has rescued a yet-to-be-identified man who was trapped in a crushed vehicle after a container-laden truck lost control and fell on a Toyota Sienna minivan at Idi-Iroko,... Read more »
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Gov Eno Increases State Allowance for Corps Members from N5,000 to ₦20,000 Monthly

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has approved an increase in the monthly state allowance for NYSC members serving in the state from N5,000 to ₦20,000 with effect from August 1st,... Read more »
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ADC Courts Zamfara Governor with Party Membership Offer

The Zamfara State Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, Kabiru Garba, has invited the state governor, Dauda Lawal to leave the Peoples Democratic Party for his party. Addressing a press conference in... Read more »
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FG to Spend N17bn on Reconstruction of Damaged Lagos Bridge

The Federal Government has negotiated the cost of the Iddo Bridge rehabilitation from an initial N27bn to N17bn. The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, made this known to journalists during an... Read more »
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President Tinubu arrives in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, ahead of the 17th Summit of BRICS in Rio de Janeiro

President Tinubu is attending the summit at the invitation of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil, on the strength of Nigeria’s status as a ‘partner country’- a membership category short... Read more »
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Afenifere leader backs ‘courageous Igbo’ comment

The National Youth President of Afenifere, Eniola Ojajuni, has backed Pastor Bolaji Idowu of Harvesters International Christian Centre for describing the Yoruba as “fearful” and the Igbo as “courageous.” Ojajuni described the... Read more »
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US Sanctions on Russia Possible, Says Trump, Amid Ukraine Conflict Escalation

US President Donald Trump said Friday he was “very unhappy” about his telephone call with Vladimir Putin on the war in Ukraine, saying the Russian leader just wanted to “keep killing people.”... Read more »