Residents of Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are voicing concerns over skyrocketing food and transportation costs, driven largely by recent hikes in fuel prices. Many residents report that these increases have made basic necessities unaffordable, creating intense strain on household budgets. Maryam Abusaid, a mother of three, shared her frustration at the doubling of rice […]
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Olmo Leads Barcelona to Derby Victory Over Espanyol, Simeone’s Son Shines for Atletico
Barcelona’s Dani Olmo scored twice in his comeback from injury, helping his team secure a 3-1 victory over Espanyol and extend their lead at the top of La Liga. Olmo, making his first start since mid-September, delivered an electrifying first-half performance alongside Raphinha, whose goal gave Barca a 3-0 lead by the 31st minute. Espanyol’s […]
Police Arrest 130 Foreign Nationals and Nigerians for Cybercrime in Abuja
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has apprehended 130 individuals, including 113 foreign nationals from China and Malaysia, in connection with cybercrime and hacking activities. This was confirmed in a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, on Sunday. The operation, led by Assistant Inspector-General of Police Benneth Igweh, took place at the […]
APC Claims All 18 Local Government Chairmanship Seats in Cross River Elections
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has secured all 18 chairmanship positions in Cross River State’s local government elections, held on November 2. The results were officially announced on Sunday by Dr. Ekong Boco, Chairman of the Cross River State Independent Electoral Commission (CROSIEC), at the commission’s Calabar headquarters. The APC swept key councils, including Abi, […]
Ondo Governorship Debate Heats Up as Candidates Dispute Security Vote Transparency
In a lively pre-election debate, Ondo State’s Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa (APC) and his main challenger, Agboola Ajayi (PDP), clashed over the transparency and allocation of the governor’s monthly security vote. Hosted by Channels Television, the debate offered each candidate a platform to outline their policies ahead of the upcoming November 16 election. Ajayi accused Aiyedatiwa […]
Umahi Warns of Structural Risk on Lagos Bridges, Urges Immediate Attention
David Umahi, Nigeria’s Minister of Works, has raised an urgent warning regarding the structural safety of major Lagos bridges, including the Third Mainland, Carter, and Marina bridges. He expressed concerns that, due to damage from carbonization and chlorination affecting the bridges’ pile caps, these structures may deteriorate severely if not swiftly addressed. Umahi explained that […]
Rivers Crisis: South-South Leader Calls for Peace Between Governor Fubara and Minister Wike
Elder Joseph Ambakederimo, the convener of the South-South Reawakening Group, has urged an immediate resolution to the ongoing political standoff in Rivers State between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike. Ambakederimo expressed concern over the prolonged tension, warning of potential negative impacts on governance and project continuity within the […]
NASU, SSANU Temporarily Suspend Strike After Partial Salary Agreement
The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) have announced a conditional suspension of their nationwide strike over unpaid salaries. The unions stated that members are expected to resume work on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. In a joint statement, NASU General Secretary Prince Peters […]
APC Leader Dismisses Claims of Northern Opposition to Tinubu’s 2027 Reelection Over Tax Reform Bill
Oladele Oyelude, the Director-General of Tinubu-Shettima Ambassadors and an APC chieftain in Osun State, has dismissed concerns that the North will oppose President Bola Tinubu’s reelection in 2027 due to his proposed tax reform bill. Speaking to journalists in Osogbo, Oyelude encouraged critics to engage their National Assembly representatives to address any issues with the […]
EFCC Releases Bobrisky on Bail Following Airport Arrest and Interrogation
Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, was released on bail by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after his arrest at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Thursday night. The social media figure and cross-dresser was detained while attempting to board a flight to Amsterdam and later taken to the EFCC headquarters in […]