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US Congress To Impose Visa Bans, Freezes Asset Against Miyetti Allah
A new bill introduced in the United States Congress aims to impose targeted sanctions on the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, MACBAN, and Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, citing alleged severe violations of religious freedom against Christians in Nigeria. The proposed measures include visa bans and asset freezes for individuals associated with these groups. Representative Smith Christopher, who sponsored the...
“Israel, Nigeria Should Deepen Dialogue On Peace, Economic Cooperation” — Envoy
The Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Michael Freeman, has underscored the need to deepen Israel-Nigeria dialogue on peace building and economic cooperation to strengthen sustainable growth between both countries. Freeman made this known at a programme titled “Co-existence and Dialogue among Abrahamic Faiths,” held on Thursday in Abuja. The event was organised by the Embassy of Israel in Nigeria, the Halleluyah...
Shettima Charges World Leaders On Reasonable Action Against Climate Change
Vice-President Kashim Shettima, has tasked global leaders on taking “reasonable action” and moving from pledges to performance in tackling climate change. Shettima made the call at the opening of the Heads of State Summit at the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 30), on Thursday in Belém, Brazil. He also implored world leaders to be more proactive in curtailing climate change...
IFAD Task FG To Invest More In Agriculture For Youth Empowerment
THE International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has called on the federal and state governments in Nigeria to invest more in agriculture not just to ensure food security but also to harness the potentials of the youths. The Country Director of IFAD, Mrs Dede Ekoue stated this yesterday in Benin City the Edo State capital at the 5th Supervision Mission...
Nnamdi Kanu Challenges Legal Basis Of His Trial, Judge Fixes Judgment For Nov. 20 [VIDEO]
There was high drama at the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Friday, November 7, 2025, during the continuation of the trial of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, as proceedings took an unexpected turn following a bold motion filed by the defendant. https://youtube.com/shorts/HWu9ZgWyH58 Reports from the courtroom indicate that Mazi Kanu presented a motion...
Abia Police Smash Child Trafficking Syndicate, Rescue 3 Children, Arrest 6 Suspects
The Abia State Police Command has rescued three children and apprehended six suspects allegedly involved in a child trafficking syndicate operating across state lines. In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Maureen C. Chinaka and made available to ABN TV, the suspects were identified as Onyinyechi Christopher (25), Ogechi Chidi (31), Bernadette Chukwu (67), Patience Nnaji...
Tragedy In Umuahia As 22-Year-Old Lady Dies After Reportedly Collapsing At Workplace
Grief has enveloped the Agbama 2 community in Olokoro, Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State, following the sudden death of 22-year-old Christiana Innocent, a staff of Sacramento Event Centre, who reportedly slumped while on duty and was not immediately rushed to the hospital. Christiana, born on December 8, 2003, was said to have collapsed on the night of...
FEC Approves Road Projects Worth Over N400bn
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Thursday approved major road contracts and project reviews valued at over N400 billion to enhance the country’s road infrastructure. Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents after the FEC meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Umahi stated that he presented 11 memos, nine of...
TUC Warns FG Against 15% Fuel Import Duty
The President of the Trade Union Congress, Festus Osifo, has warned that the Federal Government’s proposed 15 per cent import duty on Premium Motor Spirit, otherwise known as petrol, could further worsen the living conditions of Nigerians amid rising fuel prices and inflation. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘TUC Half Hour’ monitored by our correspondent, Osifo disclosed that the union is...
Nigeria Awaits FIFA Verdict After Protests Over World Cup Playoff Officials For Gabon Tie
Nigeria’s football authorities are anxiously awaiting FIFA’s response following their formal protest against what they describe as “a clear conflict of interest” in the appointment of South African and Benin Republic match officials for the Super Eagles’ crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying play-off against Gabon. The decisive first leg fixture is scheduled for Thursday next week at the Prince...
