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Senate President God’s Will Akpabio has ignited a firestorm of controversy with his recent accusations against unsuccessful presidential candidates from the 2023 election. God’s Will Akpabio alleged that these individuals are backing a planned nationwide protest, amidst growing discontent over economic hardships faced by Nigerians under the current administration’s policies. The Senate President’s remarks, made…

Education Minister, Tahir Mamman, has issued a directive to university students across the nation, advising them to remain on campus during upcoming planned nationwide protests. This guidance comes as tensions rise and concerns grow over potential safety risks associated with the demonstrations. The directive, communicated through the National Universities Commission (NUC), underscores the government’s commitment…

In response to widespread disruptions over the weekend, the National Communications Commission (NCC) has mandated the prompt reactivation of all phone lines impacted by the NIN-SIM verification process. This directive comes after numerous telecom subscribers found themselves unable to access their services due to the failure to link their National Identification Numbers (NINs) with their…

CAN Niger State has made a fervent appeal to Christians across the state to abstain from participating in the planned nationwide protest slated for August 1 to 10. This impassioned plea stems from concerns that the protest may be commandeered by nefarious elements, potentially plunging the nation into chaos and putting innocent lives at risk….

The Yobe Police Command has issued a stark warning about the potential infiltration of Boko Haram insurgents into forthcoming nationwide protests. This alarming revelation has raised concerns about the safety and security of peaceful demonstrators and civilians alike. Intelligence briefings suggest that the extremist faction may attempt to exploit the protests as a cover for…

Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, who passed away on July 27, 2024, was a fearless leader and entrepreneur who never shied away from standing up against the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Ifeanyi Ubah’s bold opposition to IPOB’s destructive ways set him apart in the South East and across Nigeria. While many were too afraid to speak…

A significant drug bust was carried out by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos. On July 25, 2024, a Spain-based businessman, Francis Akajiobi, aged 50, was apprehended at Terminal 2’s departure hall. Akajiobi, preparing to board a Royal Air Maroc flight to Madrid, Spain, was found…