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42,000 Students Receive Free Corrective Glasses In Osun State

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has said about 42,000 students and pupils of both secondary and public primary schools have received corrective eyeglasses free of charge to aid their academic pursuits.... Read more »
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We Need to Start Discussing Poverty, Education, Health Not Mundane Things Like Sexual Harassment, Says Peter Obi

In a recent video published, Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election and former governor of Anambra State, clarified the purpose of his visit to Governor Bala... Read more »
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LAWMA Pledges Improved Welfare For Street Sweepers

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has restated its commitment to improving its road sweepers’ welfare and working conditions. In a statement on Thursday, the agency’s managementaffirmed that the Lagos State street... Read more »
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”Nigeria Would Have Been Bankrupt Without Our Actions” – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has stated that Nigeria would have faced bankruptcy if not for the decisive actions taken by his administration upon assuming office. Speaking at the State House in Abuja while... Read more »
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“Pastor Tunde Bakere Dragged Me Into Politics” – El-Rufai

Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has disclosed that Pastor Tunde Bakare “dragged him” into politics. El-Rufai said Bakare took him to former President Muhammadu Buhari. Speaking with BBC Hausa on Thursday,... Read more »
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Plateau State Takes Over Electricity Market Operation From NERC

In compliance with the amended constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Electricity Act 2023 (Amended), the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has issued an order to transfer regulatory oversight of... Read more »
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LP Hails Okupe’s Indelible Mark On Nigeria Democracy

The Directorate of Mobilisation and Integration of the Labour Party (LP) has described former presidential spokesperson, Dr Doyin Okupe, who died recently, as a statesman, political strategist, and champion of national unity whose... Read more »
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David Nwokorie Unveils Before The Next Move, Sends Abuja Literary Scene Aglow

Abuja’s literary community was agog on Friday, March 7, 2025, as acclaimed author Mr David Nwokorie unveiled his latest book, Before the Next Move. The event attracted a distinguished audience, including Hon.... Read more »
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NPA Cargo Survey Contractors Cry Out Over Unpaid Fees

Contractors handling various cargo survey projects for the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) have expressed dismay over the non-payment of their contract fees. The contractors, who were duly engaged after a competitive bidding process by... Read more »
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Canadian Senator Demands Justice For Natasha Akpoti

Canadian Senator Salma Ataullahjan has expressed her support for Senator Natasha Akpoti in light of the sexual harassment allegations. It is important to note that the Nigerian Senate has imposed a six-month... Read more »
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Nnamdi Kanu Set To Appear Before New Judge, See Date

The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu will appear before a new judge on March 21, 2025. AKELICIOUS learnt that Kanu will appear before Justice James Omotosho of... Read more »
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Court Blocks Trump Mass Firing Of Federal Employees

Two federal judges have ordered United States President, Donald Trump’s administration to temporarily reinstate thousands of probationary federal workers who were recently fired across multiple agencies, AP reported. The rulings, issued Thursday,... Read more »
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Rivers Electoral Commission Gets Updates Voter Register By INEC

The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission said it has received the updated voters register for the state from the Independent National Electoral Commission ahead of the August 9, 2025, local government elections.... Read more »
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American Airlines plane catches fire at Denver airport, 12 hospitalised with minor injuries

Passengers on an American Airlines flight were forced to stand on the wing of the plane at Denver International Airport as they evacuated the aircraft after one of its engines caught f!re... Read more »
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Tinubu Laments Past Economic Mismanagement, Calls for Urgent Reforms

President Bola Tinubu has raised concerns over Nigeria’s economic practices over the last fifty years, describing them as detrimental to the nation’s financial future. Speaking at the State House in Abuja during... Read more »
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AIWES Commends Innovative Man For Transforming Plastic Bottles Into Toilet

The African Institutes of Waste Management and Environmental Studies (AIWES) has commended an innovative project in Kaduna that utilizes 25,000 plastic bottles to build a four-room toilet. The registrar of AIWES, Dr.... Read more »
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JUST IN: FG Approves Upgrade of Maiduguri Airport to International Status

The Federal Government has approved the upgrade of Maiduguri Airport to international status, a move that ensures every geopolitical zone in Nigeria now boasts an international airpo Sunday Dare, the Special Adviser... Read more »
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ECOWAS Chief Defense Pledge Enhanced Security For West Africa

The Chiefs of Defence Staff of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have reaffirmed their commitment to ensure a more secured region. This renewed vow followed the activation of ECOWAS’... Read more »
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Tax Reform Bills Progress in House of Reps Following Committee Approval

President Bola Tinubu’s proposed tax reform legislation has moved forward in Nigeria’s legislative process following the House of Representatives’ adoption of the Finance Committee’s report yesterday. The four bills—Nigeria Tax Bill, Nigeria... Read more »
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Oil Compensation Dispute: Community Leaders in Delta Face Threats

Leaders of the Benikrukru Community in Delta State’s Warri South West local government area reportedly face escalating threats from militant groups and individuals identifying with the Itsekiri ethnic nationality. The tensions appear... Read more »