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Electric Minibuses Transform Nigeria’s Roads: The Green Revolution in Sustainable Travel
The Nigeria transportation sector is witnessing a revolutionary shift with the introduction of electric minibuses, marking a major leap towards sustainable and eco-friendly travel.
This transition is driven by the innovative efforts of Nigerian entrepreneurs and the government’s commitment to … Continue Reading
Akwa Ibom Governor Rewards Youths N310 for Boycotting #EndBadGovernance Protest
The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno also increased the student bursary from N10,000 to N20,000 for undergraduates
The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, has announced a reward of N310 million to the leadership of the … Continue Reading
Man Bags N.5m for harvesting heaviest yam in Anambra community
HISTORIC WIN FOR OBELEDU YAM FESTIVAL: COMMUNITY EMERGES AS AGRICULTURAL HUB IN ANAMBRA STATE
Obeledu, a community in Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State, has made a significant breakthrough in the agricultural sector, as its annual New Yam … Continue Reading
BREAKING: Augustine Eguavoen Steps Down as Super Eagles Coach, States Reasons
Augustine Eguavoen Completes Mandate with Super Eagles, NFF to Resume Search for Permanent Head Coach
Augustine Eguavoen has resigned from his role as interim coach of the Super Eagles, having fulfilled his mandate to lead the team for two key … Continue Reading
Tragic Turn: Ex-Partner Who Killed Ugandan Olympian Dies
Ex-Partner Dies from Burns After Setting Rebecca Cheptegei Ablaze, Case Now Closed
In a shocking series of events, Dickson Ndiema, the former boyfriend who brutally killed Ugandan Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei by setting her on fire, has died from … Continue Reading
MAIDUGURI FLOOD: Over 200 Inmates Including Boko Haram Commanders Escape from Prison as Wall Collapses
Notably, some Boko Haram commanders held at the Prison facility were among those who escaped.
Borno State, Nigeria – A devastating flood that ravaged Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, has led to a massive prison break, with over 200 inmates … Continue Reading
Elephants Vanish from Sambisa Forest Due to Poaching and Habitat Destruction
The government had initially hoped that the elephants would migrate to Sambisa forest, which is considered a more habitable area.
A recent survey conducted by the Borno State government has revealed that elephants are no longer present in the Sambisa … Continue Reading
Enugu State Warns Butchers and Poultry Farmers Against Selling Dead Animals
The Enugu State Government has issued a stern warning to butchers and poultry farmers to desist from selling animals that have died from unknown causes.
The government has threatened to take strong action against those found guilty of this unhealthy … Continue Reading
Ugandan Athlete Cheptegei’s Killer Dies in the Hospital After Petrol Attack
The attack on Cheptegei, a 33-year-old mother of two, has sent shockwaves across the country and beyond.
Tragedy has struck Kenya again, as Dickson Ndiema Marangach, the man accused of pouring petrol on and setting ablaze Ugandan athlete Rebecca Cheptegei… Continue Reading
Labour Party Withdraws 2027 Presidential Ticket for Peter Obi, Cites Betrayal
NEC Opens 2027 Ticket to All, Accuses Peter Obi and Alex Otti of Party Division
The Labour Party, led by Julius Abure, has revoked the automatic presidential ticket previously reserved for Peter Gregory Obi in the 2027 elections. The … Continue Reading