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Chairman, House Committee on Women Affairs, Pledges Effective Oversight of Budgetary Allocations
Abuja, Nigeria | October 12, 2025 The House of Representatives has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring effective oversight of budgetary allocations geared towards the empowerment of women across Nigeria. Chairman of the House Committee on Women Affairs, Hon. Kafilat Ogbara, made this pledge during an oversight visit to the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women…
Galaxy Backbone Engages Partners on Effective Nigeria’s Digital Services
Abuja, Nigeria, October 12, 2025 In alignment with the Federal Government’s strategic vision to bolster digital governance and enhance service delivery across all sectors, Galaxy Backbone—the backbone of Nigeria’s digital infrastructure—is renewing its commitment to improving the quality and reach of its services. This initiative aims to ensure seamless support to both government agencies and…
Full Text of Details of the Presidential Pardon and Clemency Signed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Abuja, Nigeria, Thursday, October 10, 2025 In a historic and compassionate act of justice, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday granted clemency, pardons, and sentence commutations to a total of 175 convicts and former convicts across Nigeria. The list of beneficiaries includes illegal miners, white-collar criminals, remorseful drug offenders, foreigners, and notable historical figures such…
Diane Keaton, Iconic Star of Annie Hall and The Godfather, Dies at 79
Los Angeles, California October 12, 2025 Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning actress renowned for her unforgettable performances in Annie Hall, The Godfather trilogy, and a string of other cinematic classics, has passed away at the age of 79. The cause of her death has not been publicly disclosed, as her family has requested privacy during this…
Minister of Works Withdraws China Harbour Company from Abuja-Mararaba-Keffi Road Project Over Contract Non-Compliance
Abuja, October 12, 2025 The Minister of Works, Mr. David Umahi, has officially withdrawn the services of China Harbour Engineering Company from the second carriageway construction of the Abuja-Mararaba-Keffi road project. The decision was announced today in Abuja due to the company’s failure to comply with the contract design and specific instructions issued by the…
EFCC, NCS Deepen Ties Against Money Laundering and Smuggling
Ibadan, October 6, 2025 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) have resolved to strengthen their collaboration in the fight against money laundering, smuggling, and other economic crimes threatening Nigeria’s national development. This commitment was cemented on Monday, October 6, 2025, during a familiarization visit by the newly-appointed Customs…
Tourist Submarine Sinks in Red Sea, Killing Six Including Children
Egyptian-Russian rescue operation recovers 29 survivors as questions mount over underwater tourism safety Hurghada, Egypt – A tourist submarine carrying 44 people sank near Egypt’s Red Sea resort of Hurghada early Tuesday morning, leaving at least six dead – including children – and nine injured, four critically. The “Sindbad” watercraft submerged just one kilometer offshore…
Prince Harry Resigns from African Charity Amid Boardroom Turmoil
Royal steps down from Sentebale foundation after governance dispute escalates Prince Harry has dramatically resigned as patron of Sentebale, the southern African charity he co-founded in 2006 to honor his late mother Princess Diana, following an irreparable breakdown with the organization’s leadership. The decision marks a painful rupture in Harry’s nearly two-decade commitment to HIV/AIDS…
Pope Francis to Make First Public Appearance Sunday Since Hospitalization
Pope Francis is set to make his first public appearance on Sunday since being hospitalized for pneumonia, offering a blessing and a wave from a window at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital. The 88-year-old pontiff was admitted to the hospital on February 14 after experiencing breathing difficulties and has since been battling pneumonia in both lungs. In…
Osun State Governor Imposes Curfew on Ifon and Ilobu Communities Amid Renewed Land Dispute Crisis
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has reimposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew on Ifon and Ilobu communities following a fresh outbreak of violence over a longstanding land dispute. The curfew, which takes effect from 6 pm to 6 am, was announced on Friday, March 21, 2025, after gunmen reportedly invaded Ilobu community, resulting in one fatality, shootings,…