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EU urges FG, states to address poverty through financial investments
The European Union (EU) has urged the federal and state governments to boost funding for social protection programmes, emphasizing their crucial role in...
Illicit drugs fuel crimes, criminalities in Nigeria – Marwa
Retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa, the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has said that the misuse of illicit drugs is...
PCN descends on unlicensed medicine outlets, shuts 531 in Abuja
The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) has closed down 531 medicine outlets in Abuja, the nation’s capital city, for various infractions. According to...
Appeal Court upholds Baba Ijesha’s 5-year sentence for sexual assault
The Court of Appeal in Lagos has upheld the conviction of Nollywood actor Olanrewaju James, a.k.a. Baba Ijesha, and affirmed the five-year prison...
Nearly 2,659 Compete as NNPC Foundation Unveils Business Opportunities for Youth Corps Members
A total of 2,659 members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) across Nigeria have been pre-qualified for the final phase of the...
PEBEC Reforms: NPA Emerges Most Committed Federal Government Agency
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has emerged as the “Most Committed Agency” while the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy is the “Best...
Defection: FHC Chief Judge orders transfer of 25 Rivers lawmakers’ case to another judge
Justice John Tsoho, the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court in Rivers State, has directed that the case of the defection of...
FCT Area Councils’ Chairmen to remain in office until 2026, says INEC
Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has clarified that the incumbent Area Council Chairmen in the Federal Capital...
U.S. debate recap: Off-key moments, insights from the Biden-Trump face-off
U.S. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump engaged in the inaugural presidential debate of the 2024 election cycle on Thursday evening....
Nigeria’s external reserves surge to $34bln, first since March
Nigeria’s external reserve hit a new milestone in June, rising to $34.07 billion, the highest level since March 2024. This is according to...
FG approves N12.9bln to boost primary healthcare service across states
The Federal Government has approved the release of N12.9 billion through the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) to enhance healthcare services in...
Sen. Kalu urges Fubara, Wike to settle rift, stave off anarchy in Rivers State
Perturbed by the lingering political crisis in Rivers State, Abia North Senator Orji Kalu has urged Rivers Gov. Siminalayi Fubara and the Minister...
Tinubu to governors: Meet food security targets
In a bid to boost agricultural productivity, strengthen the economy by creating opportunities in the real sectors of agriculture, manufacturing, and construction, and...
Again, Lookman wins Atalanta Player of the Season
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has been named Player of the Season by his Italian Serie A club, Atalanta. Lookman had a stellar...
Regulation of crypto, digital assets now under full control, says SEC DG
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says it has complete oversight and regulatory control over cryptocurrencies and other digital assets. The Director-General of...
Senate will approve request for new presidential jet if – Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio said on Thursday that the Senate is willing to greenlight the acquisition of a new presidential jet if President...
