Severe flooding has devastated parts of Tureta Local Government Area in Sokoto following heavy rainfall on the night of Wednesday. Preliminary reports indicate that the flood destroyed over 50 residential buildings, submerged farmlands, and swept through several market stalls, leaving dozens of families displaced and local businesses in ruins. Confirming the incident, the Special Adviser…
The cholera pandemic has affected approximately 16 local government councils in Niger State as of Thursday, July 24, 2024, with around 409 individuals impacted by the disease. Dr. Ibrahim Dangana, the State Honourable Commissioner for the Niger State Ministry of Primary Health Care, made this announcement while speaking to journalists during the launch of a…
The House of Representatives Committee on Reformatory Institutions has called on the President Bola Tinubu-led government to urgently upgrade critical infrastructures in correctional centres across the country. The Committee, led by its chairman, Chinedu Ogah, made the plea in Abuja on Friday during a courtesy visit to the Minister of Interior, Mr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. Oga,…
Presidential hopeful, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has declared that Nigeria’s future lies not in zoning arrangements or ethnic alliances, but in the emergence of a competent, patriotic, and visionary leader, one capable of tackling insecurity, reviving the economy, and improving the living conditions of all citizens. Hashim made this assertion while reacting to what he described…
The Emir of Gwandu, retired Maj.-Gen. Muhammad Iliyasu-Bashar, has commended Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu for extending support to Traditional Rulers in the state. A statement by the Emirate’s Secretary in Birnin Kebbi, Alhaji Shehu Lamin Kuwa said the Emir was highly elated by the recognition being accorded to the traditional…
The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has issued a stern warning to members fraternizing with rival political parties, urging them to retrace their steps and reaffirm loyalty to the party. This was part of the resolutions reached at the end of the 101st NEC meeting held on Thursday, July 24,…
A Nigerian digital storyteller and tech advocate, Ayeni Dorcas, popularly known as Misstechy, has asserted that Artificial Intelligence can support innovation but must never be seen as a replacement for human creativity. Misstechy made the statement while speaking at the UNESCO-UNEVOC Global Forum in Paris, themed “Youth Empowerment through AI and Digital Skills.” According to…
The House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) has launched a probe into the issues affecting the nation’s downstream oil sector. Among other things, the committee is expected to probe the controversial turnaround maintenance of the country’s refineries, the acquisition of OVH Energy, and the mounting concerns over market dominance by the Dangote Refinery….
Governor Namadi reminded those in leadership that public office is before God, and not a platform for personal gain. Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State disclosed that he reads his oath of office every day as a solemn reminder of his responsibilities to the people, stressing the spiritual weight of leadership and the fleeting nature…
The 2025 Henley Passport Index reveals a significant reshuffle in global mobility rankings. While the United States holds 10th place—with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 182 destinations—several other countries now offer wider travel freedom. ContentsSingapore – 193 DestinationsJapan – 190 DestinationsSouth Korea – 190 DestinationsGermany – 189 DestinationsFrance – 189 DestinationsItaly – 189 DestinationsSpain –…
