Millions of pilgrims mark Eid al-Adha with a symbolic stoning of devil in Saudi Arabia
Muslims worldwide observed Eid al-Adha, commemorating the Prophet Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son, as pilgrims in western Saudi Arabia performed the final...
Banning of Eid-el-Kabir festivities: Kano Govt. blasts CP for usurping governor’s authority
The Kano State Government has condemned the state’s police command for defying Governor Abba Yusuf’s authority as the state’s rightful Chief Security Officer....
Eid-el-Kabir: Tinubu says Nigerians’ sacrifices will pay off
President Bola Tinubu has sent his heartfelt greetings to the Muslim community as they mark Eid-el-Kabir 2024, a joyous occasion that symbolizes devotion,...
FG sacks Mamman Ahmad as BPP DG, appoints Ayodeji Gbeleyi as BPE DG
As part of effort to reorganize and improve the agency’s efficiency and transparency, President Bola Tinubu has directed Mr. Mamman Ahmadu to step...
Gunmen abduct company MD, three foreign nationals in Lagos
Gunmen have abducted the Managing Director of Fouani Company, a representative of LG and Hisense, and three Lebanese nationals while they were traveling...
Eid-el-Kabir: DSS issues security alert, calls for vigilance during celebrations
The Department of State Services (DSS) has urged caution and vigilance as Muslims celebrate Eid-el-Kabir. Dr. Peter Afunanya, the DSS spokesperson, in a...
Pres. Tinubu seeks FBI’s assistance to combat cybercrime, terrorism, others
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigeria’s law enforcement agencies and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to strengthen their alliance in combating cybercrime,...
South African Pres. Ramaphosa heads for re-election victory amid ANC’s lacklustre results
Mr. Cyril Ramaphosa is poised to secure a second term as South Africa’s president, having successfully negotiated a coalition agreement with opposition parties...
Sexual harassment: ICPC investigates accuser of Permanent Secretary
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has summoned Mrs. Simisola Fajemirokun Ajayi, a staff member of the Federal Ministry...
Breach of rights: Federal Court orders Kano Govt. to pay deposed Emir Bayero N10m
A Federal High Court has ordered the Kano State Government to pay N10 million as damages to the 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji...
FG seeks $500m loan World Bank for rural road infrastructure
The Federal Government has requested a loan of $500 million from the World Bank to improve rural roads and enhance agricultural marketing nationwide....
Eid-el-Kabir: Kano Police prohibits Durbar celebrations for security reasons
Ahead of Eid-el-Kabir, the Kano State Police Command has banned all Durbar activities and celebrations. The police commissioner, Usaini Gumel, said in a...
Federal court insists it has jurisdiction to hear deposed Emir Bayero’s rights violation suit
The Federal High Court in Kano has affirmed its jurisdiction to hear the case filed by Aminu Ado Bayero, the deposed Emir of...
FG warns of massive layoffs as labor disagrees on N62,000 minimum wage
The Federal Government has asked organized labor to take into account the far-reaching economic consequences of its demand for a national minimum wage...
Soludo cautions Pres. Tinubu against unsustainable minimum wage
The Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu against implementing a minimum wage that may be economically unsustainable for...
June 12: Ogun Gov. Abiodun pays homage to Abiola’s family, urges national perseverance
Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has urged Nigerians to remain committed to the democratic process and have faith in its ability to...
