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In a recent encounter with the ANAN, Vice-President Kashim Shettima underscored the paramount significance of peaceful coexistence and mutual accommodation among Nigerians. His address, delivered during discussions with ANAN’s delegation, emphasized the urgent need for nurturing harmony and understanding amidst Nigeria’s rich tapestry of ethnic and cultural diversity. Kashim Shettima’s insights shed light on the…

Oil marketers are eagerly preparing to load refined petroleum products from the Port Harcourt Refinery Company (PHRC), buoyed by directives from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). Workers at the facility are in a race against time to ready it for production, signaling a potential boon for the petroleum market. Dealers, confirming the developments…

During a recent visit to Ekiti State’s for the Hike Ekiti State Mountain Tourism Carnival, Minister of Tourism, Lola Ade John, expressed her sincere appreciation for the extraordinary hospitality extended by Governor Biodun Oyebanji and his team. Minister Ade John was particularly impressed by the remarkable transformation at the renowned Ikogosi Warm Spring and the…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu showers accolades on Tunde Onakoya’s exceptional feat of breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon. Tunde Onakoya’s awe-inspiring endurance and tactical acumen were prominently showcased throughout the grueling 58-hour marathon, where he triumphed in every encounter. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extols Tunde Onakoya’s unwavering commitment and tenacity, emphasizing…

Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, expressed a positive outlook on the Naira’s performance during a recent meeting with the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI). Vice President Kashim Shettima anticipates further appreciation of the Naira against the dollar, citing decisive actions by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to end fuel subsidies and unify exchange rates….

The recent arrest of female police officer serving as the aide-de-camp (ADC) to former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has reverberated across Nigeria, igniting a flurry of discussions and speculations. This significant event unfolded as the Nigeria Police Force detained not only the ADC but also several other officers assigned to Bello, detaining them at…

In a significant move to combat the menace of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) conducted a public destruction ceremony on Tuesday, 16th April 2024, in Badagry, Lagos. The event saw the destruction of a staggering 304,436 kilograms and 40,042 liters of illicit substances seized from various parts…

NAFDAC executed a well-coordinated raid on several establishments in Abuja. Among the targeted locations were Sahad Stores, a prominent supermarket, and H-Medix outlets across different areas of the capital city. The operation also extended to the bustling Utako market, where counterfeit medications were seized. This extensive sweep underscores NAFDAC’s commitment to safeguarding public health by…

Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, faced a setback in his legal proceedings as he failed to appear before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja on April 18, 2024. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had scheduled his arraignment alongside co-defendants Ali Bello, Dauda Suleiman, and Abdulsalam Hudu on charges…

Nyesom Wike’s influence in the PDP remains steadfast as the party’s national caucus decides to maintain Illya Umar Damagum as the acting National Chairman. This decision signals a victory for Nyesom Wike, whose preference for Damagum’s continuation aligns with the caucus’s consensus. By endorsing Damagum’s tenure, the party aims to stabilize its leadership amidst internal…