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In a decisive move, President Bola Tinubu has directed ailing Ondo State Governor Rotimi Akeredolu to transfer power to his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Due to the governor’s weakened condition, the transfer of power will be facilitated through an electronic signature (e-signature). This directive follows a crucial meeting convened by the President on Monday to address […]
The death toll from the devastating accidental bombing of Tudun Biri in Kaduna State has climbed to 120, confirmed by officials of Amnesty International following their visit to the affected communities. This grim news adds to the heartbreak and anger surrounding the tragedy. Survivors, still grappling with the trauma, have come forward with chilling testimonies. […]
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared that the much-anticipated Opebi-Mende-Ojota Link Bridge and its connecting arterial roads will be ready for public use by the second quarter of 2024. Governor Sanwo-Olu made this announcement during a recent inspection tour of the ongoing project, addressing journalists at the Odo Iya Alaro area. He revealed that […]
The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has voiced its deep concern over the Nigerian Army’s accidental bombing of Tundun Biri village in Kaduna State on Sunday, which tragically claimed the lives of numerous innocent civilians. The forum, through a statement issued by its Director of Publicity and Advocacy, Mallam Abdul-Azeez Suleiman, has called for a comprehensive […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is preparing for the next round of discussions with the Federal Government regarding the establishment of a new minimum wage. The union seeks to establish a living wage that reflects the current cost of living and ensures the well-being of working Nigerians. This meeting follows the NLC’s unwavering commitment to […]
Academic activities at the University of Calabar have been disrupted as students vehemently protest a 100% increase in tuition fees. The University has implemented a revised fee schedule effective for the 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 academic sessions. In response to this significant fee hike, students have organized peaceful demonstrations to express their disapproval. Their actions include […]
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has vehemently denied allegations of involvement in an airstrike that resulted in the deaths of villagers engaged in a religious gathering in Kaduna State. Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, the NAF spokesman, categorically refuted these claims, asserting that the Air Force has not conducted any air operations within Kaduna State or […]
A community in the Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State is reeling from a tragedy that has left many villagers feared dead. An alleged Nigerian Air Force jet reportedly dropped a bomb during a Maulud celebration in Tudun Biri, resulting in a devastating loss of life. While details of the incident remain unclear, preliminary […]
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Bauchi State zone, has taken a strong stance against student loans, advocating instead for government-funded grants to support students’ education. The union expressed concerns about the financial burden that loans place on students and their families, potentially leading to increased dropout rates. The ASUU Zonal body is currently […]
The House of Representatives Committee on Health has expressed grave concerns over the alarming decline in the nation’s health manpower. The committee’s Chairman, Dr. Amos Magaji, described the situation as worrisome, highlighting the closure of five wards comprising 150 beds at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) due to the migration of doctors and nurses […]
