In a press statement released on Monday, the Kano State Police Command has issued a public alert regarding potential plans by certain groups of political party supporters to instigate violence in the state. The alert, delivered by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, disclosed that these groups intend to take to the streets…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) stands as a cornerstone in the economic landscape of Nigeria, playing a pivotal role in revenue collection. This encompasses a wide array of financial responsibilities, including import and excise duties, taxes, and levies. The rates for customs duties are determined by the Harmonized Commodity and Coding System (HS code) classifications,…
The serene return journey of Yobe State Governor Alhaji Mai Mala Buni and dignitaries, including Borno Governor Babagana Zulum, from the University of Maiduguri’s 24th Combined Convocation Ceremony, took a perilous turn. An audacious assault by Boko Haram militants targeted the convoy along the Jakana to Mainok expressway. The attack resulted in six security personnel…
Approximately 70 combatants and commanders lost their lives in a fierce clash between the notorious Boko Haram and its rival terrorist group, the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). This deadly confrontation occurred on Saturday at Tumbum Ali Island in Marte Local Government Area of Borno State, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing rivalry…
Liberia witnessed a historic moment as Joseph Boakai, the opposition candidate, emerged victorious in the presidential race, defeating incumbent President George Weah. The announcement of Boakai’s unassailable lead by 28,000 votes marked a pivotal moment in the nation’s democratic journey. Joseph Boakai, 78, a former vice president who previously faced defeat against Weah in the…
In a candid interview on Rio Ferdinand’s Vibe with FIVE, former Chelsea and Nigeria midfielder Mikel John Obi unveiled a hidden aspect of the financial challenges faced by African footballers. He asserted that players from the continent are burdened with an unspoken financial responsibility to support extended family members and acquaintances back home. Mikel revealed…
Affordable Housing: In a significant step towards addressing Nigeria’s pervasive housing deficit, the Federal Government has unveiled an ambitious initiative to construct 34,500 housing units across thirty states. Arc. Musa Dangiwa, the Federal Minister of Housing and Urban Development, made this groundbreaking announcement during the 12th Meeting of the National Council of Lands, Housing, and…
Zamfara State Governor Worried by the deteriorating state of education in Zamfara State, Governor Dauda Lawal has taken a decisive step by declaring a state of emergency in the education sector. In a recent broadcast, Lawal highlighted the critical need for urgent reforms across all educational levels, emphasizing the dire condition of learning environments and…
The Imo State chapter of the Nigeria Labor Congress (NLC) has opted to break ranks with the national leadership, deciding against participating in the nationwide strike that had been called by the NLC. This unexpected move has stirred controversy within the labor union, as the Imo chapter takes a different stance from the national call…
Attackers of NLC President Joe Ajaero arrested announced the federal government. The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has voiced deep concern over the nationwide strike declared by the Organized Labour, spearheaded by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC). NSA Nuhu Ribadu emphasized the potential repercussions of this strike on…
