January 2025

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has refuted claims that he has defected from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The rumour, which spread widely over the weekend, has…

At least five people lost their lives on Sunday following a petrol tanker explosion in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State. The tanker, laden with petrol, reportedly lost control and burst into flames, engulfing nearby…

Communities in Nigeria’s North-West region have called for decisive action against the Lakurawa terrorist group, following reports of its alliance with local bandits. This appeal comes after a deadly attack in Kebbi State last Friday,…

The Federal Government of Nigeria is set to enhance surveillance measures for travellers arriving from China following the resurgence of a respiratory virus, Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), in northern China. This development comes amid…

In a landmark policy shift, Ghana is set to become a visa-free destination for all African nationals starting in early 2025. President Nana Akufo-Addo approved the policy change in December, fulfilling a commitment made during the…

A wedding in Jigawa State turned into a tragedy after a bride allegedly poisoned the food served at the reception, leaving the groom in critical condition and one guest dead. The incident, which took place in Jahun Local Government…

President Bola Tinubu has dismissed speculations of conflicts with state governors over local government autonomy, calling for collaboration to drive grassroots development. “There were gossips that we had disagreements on local…

Suspected bandits loyal to notorious leader Bello Turji abducted 10 passengers and set their vehicle ablaze along the Kaura-Namoda-Shinkafi Road in Zamfara State. This attack followed Turji’s ultimatum to release his detained brother,…

Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has rejected President Bola Tinubu’s tax reforms, describing them as detrimental to national unity and poorly timed. Speaking through Deputy Governor Aminu Gwarzo during a New Year celebration in Kano,…

Chief Sunday Adeyemo, widely recognised as Sunday Igboho, has extended heartfelt New Year greetings to Yoruba people across the globe, reiterating his unwavering commitment to the Yoruba self-determination movement. Through his…