The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially announced that Monday, September 16th, 2024, will be observed as a public holiday. This day has been set aside to commemorate the Eid-ul-Mawlid celebration, which marks the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW). The announcement was made by the Ministry of Interior, signaling a nationwide observance of…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially confirmed that the first batch of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) will be loaded from the Dangote Refinery on Sunday, 15th September. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) is overseeing the loading process, signaling a critical step in Nigeria’s goal toward energy independence. The announcement was made by…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has expressed a keen interest in establishing a permanent presence at the Dangote Refinery in Lagos, as part of a proposed crude oil supply arrangement. According to Devakumar Edwin, Vice President of Dangote Industries Limited, the NNPC aims to station a team of 6 to 10 personnel at the…
Nigerian filmmaker and actress Mary Remmy Njoku recently made headlines with her powerful statement addressing religious opposition to in-vitro fertilization (IVF). In her heartfelt message, Njoku emphasized the importance of not allowing religious beliefs to block women from pursuing motherhood through assisted reproductive technology. According to Njoku, IVF is a modern miracle that can help…
NGF, The Nigeria Governors’ Forum and Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRazaq Abdulrahman, led a delegation of governors to Maiduguri, Borno State, to conduct an on-site evaluation of the devastating flood that has severely impacted the city. The delegation included Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State, and Fintiri of Adamawa State. The…
Custom Officer Ibrahim M., fondly known as Chocho, tragically lost his life while attempting to rescue flood victims on Lagos Street, Maiduguri. Ibrahim M, celebrated for his dedication and selflessness, was engaged in a heroic act of saving those trapped by the rising floodwaters when he himself was overtaken by the force of nature. His…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of Okwudili Joseph for his involvement in internet fraud. Justice Mohammed Garba Umar of the Federal High Court, Enugu, presided over the case, convicting and sentencing Joseph to two years imprisonment for cybercrime and impersonation. The case was prosecuted by the Enugu Zonal Directorate…
In a shocking revelation, popular Nigerian comedian and actress, Anita Asuoha, widely known as Warri Pikin, disclosed how a motivational speaker’s message indirectly led her to contemplate suicide. The comedian, known for her humorous takes on real-life situations, took her fans by surprise when she shared her mental health struggles on a public platform, emphasizing…
In a recent development following the tragic death of rising Nigerian artist Mohbad’s, his mother has spoken out, making a direct and emotional appeal to the public and the media. She emphasized that all matters regarding her son’s passing should be handled within the family, saying, “Whatever his father says is final. We don’t want…
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, recently visited Maiduguri, Borno State, to assess the destruction caused by recent floods and provide support to the affected communities. This natural disaster, which displaced thousands, wreaked havoc on homes, businesses, and public infrastructure, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. The Minister’s visit is seen as a…
