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The Kano State Film Censorship Board has asserted its authority by instituting stringent measures to curb the proliferation of certain themes deemed incompatible with the state’s cultural ethos. In a recent announcement made during a board meeting, the regulatory body unequivocally banned the portrayal and promotion of cross-dressing and thuggery in films. This decisive stance…

Governor Fubara’s unequivocal assertion that adherence to the presidential peace agreement does not equate to weakness serves as a defiant declaration of strength and resolve. In the face of detractors who may misconstrue his actions as capitulation, Governor Fubara reaffirms his unwavering commitment to principled leadership and steadfast governance. By embracing the directives outlined by…

Tensions have reached a boiling point in Old Kuyallo, Kaduna State, as a violent clash between Ansaru terrorists and a local bandit-terrorist faction has led to widespread fear and instability. The confrontation, centered in the disputed mining territory between Kwasa-Kwasa and Unguwar Makera, has claimed the lives of seven civilians and an undisclosed number of…

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) executed a substantial initiative yesterday, reclaiming more than 100 hectares of land in Gosa District from encroachers. This decisive action not only highlights the government’s unwavering dedication to combatting unlawful land acquisition but also signals a significant stride towards rectifying the persistent issue of illegal land grabbing in the…

In a significant development for Nigeria’s fuel market, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has commenced the distribution of diesel, leading to a notable drop in prices across various regions. Previously priced at approximately N1,700 per liter, diesel now stands at around N1,350 per liter in select areas, thanks to the refinery’s entry into the market. An…

The sudden passing of Dr. Paul Akintelure has sent shockwaves throughout Ondo State, particularly within the political circles of the All Progressives Congress (APC). As an astute politician and one of the frontline governorship aspirants of the APC, Akintelure’s death leaves a void in the political landscape of the state. His contributions to the party…

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) finds itself amidst a whirlwind of uncertainty as it braces for its impending National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting slated for April 18, 2024. After grappling with internal discord and political turbulence, the leading opposition party in Nigeria is gearing up for what many anticipate to be a watershed moment in…

In a bid to address the longstanding issues plaguing Nigeria’s power sector, Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu has affirmed the commitment of the federal government to implement long-term solutions. Speaking to the press after a meeting with members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Oyo State party headquarters in Ibadan, Mr Adebayo Adelabu reassured…

NGOs Non Governmental Organization has been accused responsible for the recent spate of fire incidents plaguing Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in Borno state, . A suspect apprehended in connection to a blaze in Monguno IDP camp claimed in a viral video that he was hired by two undisclosed NGOs to ignite fires in various…