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Bad Governance Responsible For Insecurity In Imo State, PDP Replies Uzodinma
The Peoples Democratic Party in Imo State on Monday differed with the state governor, Hope Uzodimma, on his claims that insecurity in the state is politically motivated. PDP in a statement issued by its publicity secretary in the state, Collins Opurozor, said that Uzodimma’s bad governance had made insecurity to persist in the state. The main opposition party was reacting to...
FG Announces Procedures For Sale Of Houses
The Federal Ministry of Work and Housing has begun the process of reviewing sales of houses under the National Housing Program, calling on interested Nigerians both at home and abroad to apply. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works and Housing, Mahmuda Mamman. According to the statement, the review process is part of the...
Uber, Bolt Drivers Begin Nationwide Strike
The Amalgamated Union of App-based Transport Workers of Nigeria, comprising drivers under the platform of e-hailing companies like Uber and Bolt, has said it will commence a nationwide protest today (Wednesday). It planned to withdraw services of its drivers from the general public today. After the hike in the price of Premium Motor Spirit, the drivers decried the low fare increase...
World Bank Plans $1.65bn Loans For Nigeria Next Year
The World Bank is set to decide on three significant loan projects in 2025, totaling $1.65bn, with regards to Nigeria's pressing developmental issues. The loans, currently in the pipeline, will focus on internally displaced persons, education, and nutrition enhancement. According to information obtained from the World Bank’s website, the loans are designed to support Nigeria’s social and economic recovery, particularly in...
Mercedes Presents Modified G-Wagon Popemobile To Pope Francis (Photos
German automaker Mercedes-Benz delivered an electric popemobile to the Vatican on Wednesday for use by the pontiff, who has repeatedly called for global action on the climate crisis. The vehicle, a modified version of the Mercedes G-Class, has a raised seat under a glass canopy from which the head of the Catholic Church can greet crowds of well-wishers. The pearl-white popemobile...
Sen. Kalu Commiserates With Lagos State Over Demise Nigeria’s Ambassador To Spain, Seriki
Former Governor of Abia State and Chief Whip of the Senate, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu has commiserated with the government and people of Lagos state over the passing of Nigeria's Ambassador to Spain, Chief Ademola Seriki. Describing the former Minister of State for Defence as a complete gentleman and consummate politician, Kalu stressed that the deceased made invaluable contributions to...
Investigation Begins As Abuja-Kaduna Train Mishap Injures Six
A passenger train travelling from Abuja to Kaduna derailed on Tuesday morning, leaving several carriages overturned and triggering panic among those on board. The incident occurred around 11:09 am at KM 49 between Kubwa Station and Asham Station. According to eyewitnesses, the derailment happened without warning, causing confusion and chaos as passengers rushed out of the affected cabins. Six passengers...
Borno Gov Raises Alarm As Boko Haram Regroups
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has raised the alarm over the regrouping of Boko Haram insurgents in the Tumbus areas of Lake Chad and the Mandara Hills within the Sambisa Forest in the state. Zulum lamented what he called a setback in military operations in the state, saying Boko Haram terrorists were freely breeding in Tumbus water areas on the...
Nigeria, Korea Strengthen Bilateral Economic Ties
The Republic of Korea has reiterated its commitment to strengthening ties with Nigeria, particularly in economic cooperation, security, and people-to-people exchanges. The Korean Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Kim Pankyu, said this at a news conference to mark the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and Nigeria in Abuja on Thursday. Pankyu said that since his assumption of office as Korea...
Kano Warns Youths Against Involvement In Communal Clashes
Kano State Government has warned Irates youth to desist from disrupting the relative peace in all the communities across the state or face the wrath of the law. Commissioner for Internal Security and Special Services, Air Vice Marshal Ibrahim Umar (Retd), gave the warning when he led the directors and security operatives to Kurna Tudun Fulani, one of the most...
