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From: Bashar Aminu Sabo The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) Sokoto State Chapter, in collaboration with the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT), has hosted a transformative Cancer Awareness Week from…

The Centre for Anti-Corruption and Open Leadership (CACOL) has criticised the allocation of N5bn by the Jigawa and Kano state governments for Ramadan feeding programmes, arguing that the funds should prioritise critical sectors such as…

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has renewed calls for the establishment of an electoral offences tribunal, stressing the need for a dedicated judicial body to handle cases of…

The Minister of Education, Dr Morufu Olatunji Alausa, has proposed a major restructuring of Nigeria’s 9-3-4 education system, placing the three-year senior secondary school level under the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC). …

The Katsina State Executive Council, chaired by Governor Dikko Radda, has approved the bulk purchase of electric and solar-powered vehicles and tricycles under the state's public transportation programme. The decision, announced after…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has summoned former Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, and its embattled National Secretary, Samuel Anyanwu, to appear before its Disciplinary Committee over petitions filed against them by party…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has concluded its case before the Edo State governorship election tribunal without presenting any witnesses. On Tuesday, INEC’s legal counsel formally moved to close its case, a…

Former Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has tendered an apology to Nigerians over the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)’s failure to fully achieve its promises since assuming power. Speaking during an interview on Channels…

Nasarawa, Nigeria – A violent chieftaincy dispute in the Odu electoral ward of the Maraba Udege Development Area, Nasarawa Local Government, has left a mother and her child dead, with many residents displaced following the destruction of…

KAURA-NAMODA – A tragic fire outbreak at an Islamiya school in Kaura-Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State has claimed the lives of at least 17 Almajiri students, with 16 others sustaining injuries. The chairperson of the…

ABUJA – President Bola Tinubu has approved the extension of the retirement age for doctors and other healthcare workers from 60 to 65 years in a bid to address concerns raised by medical professionals over poor remuneration and welfare…

BAGA SOLA, Chad – The Nigerian government has commenced the repatriation of refugees who fled Boko Haram insurgency to Chad’s Baga Sola, with 7,790 individuals set to return home in the first phase. Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara…

ABUJA, Nigeria – The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has accused oil producers of diverting 500,000 barrels per day (bpd) of crude oil meant for domestic refineries to foreign markets. PETROAN’s…

LAGOS, Nigeria – Dangote Petroleum Refinery has achieved a major milestone by successfully exporting two cargoes of jet fuel to Saudi Aramco, the world’s largest oil producer. President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, made the…

In a significant move for Nigeria’s fuel market, Dangote Refinery has reduced the pump price of petrol from ₦950 to ₦890 per litre, with the new rate taking effect from Saturday, 1st February 2025. In an official statement, the refinery…

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…