Tag: Nigeria
Fubara Calls for Key Meeting with Rivers Assembly Speaker, Lawmakers
Rivers State Governor, Siminialayi Fubara, has officially summoned the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, alongside other assembly members, to a crucial meeting at the Government House in Port Harcourt. The invitation, issued by the Office of the Secretary to the State Government, signals a significant step in bridging the gap…
NAFDAC Destroys Counterfeit Drugs Worth ₦100 Billion in Ibadan
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed counterfeit drugs worth ₦100 billion at the Moniya dump site in Akinyele Local Government Area of Oyo State. The seized drugs, confiscated from pharmaceutical marketers in Lagos’s Idumota market, included expired, fake, substandard, and falsified medications. The destruction exercise, led by NAFDAC…
Farmer Sentenced to Death by Supreme Court for Killing Herder in Adamawa
Sunday Jackson, a farmer from Adamawa State, has been sentenced to death by the Nigerian Supreme Court for the killing of a Fulani herdsman, despite his claims of acting in self-defense. The ruling, delivered on Monday, has sparked widespread debate and raised concerns about the handling of farmer-herder conflicts in Nigeria. Jackson was convicted of…
Maternal Deaths in Northern Nigeria Remain Critically High, WHO Warns
The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised alarm over the persistently high rate of maternal deaths in Africa, with Nigeria, particularly its northern region, bearing a significant burden. A newly released study published in The Lancet Global Health reveals that complications such as hemorrhage, severe bleeding, and hypertensive disorders like preeclampsia remain the leading causes…
Multiple Auto Crashes on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Leave Many Injured, Cause Traffic Chaos
A series of auto crashes on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway near the NASFAT Roundabout on Sunday morning left many people injured and caused severe traffic congestion. The accidents, which occurred around 7 a.m., involved two trucks and four other vehicles, leaving motorists stranded for hours. Eyewitnesses attributed the crashes to over-speeding and poor visibility, although the…
Shehu Sani Slams NPC’s ₦1 Trillion Census Budget as “Madness”
Former federal lawmaker and social critic, Shehu Sani, has strongly criticized the National Population Commission (NPC) for requesting nearly ₦1 trillion to conduct a national census. Describing the request as “madness,” Sani questioned the rationale behind such a hefty budget, especially at a time when the country is grappling with economic challenges and competing priorities….
Katsina Police Arrest 144 Suspects, Rescue 105 Kidnapped Victims in Anti-Banditry Operations
The Katsina State Police Command has announced a significant breakthrough in its fight against banditry and other criminal activities, with the arrest of 144 suspects and the rescue of 105 kidnapped victims. The announcement was made by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Abubakar Sadiq, during a press briefing at the command headquarters in…
NGF Pledges Continued Collaboration to Advance Gender Parity and Women’s Empowerment
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with stakeholders and women’s organizations to sustain progress in gender parity and women’s empowerment across the country. The announcement comes as Nigeria joins the global community in celebrating the achievements of women and advocating for greater gender equality. In a statement released on Monday,…
Irigwe Chiefdom Attacks Leave 452 Widows, Women’s Group Raises Alarm
Jos, Plateau State – The Irigwe Development Association (IDA) Women Wing has revealed that the persistent attacks on the Irigwe Chiefdom in Bassa Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State have left 452 women widowed in the last few years. The disclosure highlights the devastating impact of the ongoing violence on the community, particularly on…
Akwa Ibom Governor Denies ₦700 Billion Fraud Allegations Against Predecessor Udom Emmanuel
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has distanced his administration from the ₦700 billion fraud allegations leveled against his immediate predecessor, Udom Emmanuel, by the Network against Corruption and Trafficking (NACAT). The allegations, currently under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), have sparked controversy in the oil-rich South-South state. Speaking at…