If Nigeria happened to be a TV show on Netflix, these would be the main cast for this year’s season. There’s never a shortage of highlights for a country as naturally drawn to drama as Nigeria, but, in many ways, 2023 was a truly defining year. The general elections gave Nigerians another opportunity to elect…
According to a study, 20% of 3-year-olds now own a mobile phone, but this phone may just be used for taking pictures, playing simple games and supervised video calls with family. I spend my career researching young people and the internet: what they do online, what they think about it and how their views differ…
He also expressed gratitude to the armed forces and Nigerians for unwavering commitment. The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen Christopher Musa, on Tuesday reunited with wounded personnel in Sokoto and motivated troops for more engagement as part of Christmas celebrations. Musa called on Nigerians to unite against the nation’s adversaries in support of the…
NAN reports that there have been unconfirmed reports by some media outlets about plans by CBN to take over Titan Trust Bank (former Union Bank) & Keystone Bank. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has assured depositors and customers of Nigerian banks of the safety of their funds in the banks. The Acting Director, Corporate…
People with Asthma and other respiratory issues should be cautious of the present weather situations. The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has predicted moderate dust haze from Wednesday to Friday across the country. NiMet’s weather outlook, released on Tuesday, predicts horizontal visibility of 2km to 5km and localised visibility of less than or equal to 1,000…
Despite his affiliations and political career, the late Ghali Na’Abba faced health challenges that affected his active involvement in recent years. Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ghali Umar Na’Abba, breathed his last in the early hours of Wednesday, December 27, 2023, in Abuja, according to emerging reports. Born on September 27, 1958, the…
The senator stated that the FG must rise to the occasion and put measures in place to mitigate a recurrence of such dastardly act. Sen Akpoti-Uduaghan Natasha (PDP-Kogi), the lawmaker representing Kogi Central senatorial district, has expressed sadness over the latest round of violence and killings in Plateau. The senator, in a statement issued on…
Over 6000 residents of the communities have also been displaced as a result of the attacks. The death toll from the coordinated attacks on 23 villages in Bokkos and Barkin Ladi local government areas of Plateau State has risen to 155. Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, December 26, 2023, the Chairman of Bokkos Local Government…
Lawan said empowerment creates jobs and promotes self-sufficiency. Senator Ahmad Lawan of Yobe North senatorial district has empowered 6,766 members of his constituency with farm machinery and other entrepreneurship materials. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the machinery included 36 tractors, 13 rice mills, 10 rice planters, 302 harvesters and 2000 sprayers. Others…
A manhunt has begun for the jail breakers. Three inmates of the Correctional Centre in Ijebu Ode Local Government Area of Ogun State have escaped from custody. The escapees scaled the fence of the facility and bolted away on Saturday, spokesman of the Nigeria Correctional Service in Ogun, Victor Oyeleke, confirmed in Abeokuta on Tuesday….
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