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New Acting CJN Vows to Revolutionize Nigeria’s Judiciary
Acting CJN (Chief Justice of Nigeria) Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun has pledged to elevate the judiciary and bolster its image following her swearing-in by President Bola Tinubu on Friday.
Justice Kekere-Ekun was formally sworn in at the Council Chamber of the … Continue Reading
NIHSA Alerts Kebbi on Rising Flood Risk Due to River Niger Water Levels
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has issued a warning regarding the potential for flooding in Kebbi State due to rising water levels in the River Niger. The alert comes in response to increased water flow from upstream sources in
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Experts Warn Inconsistent Rainfall Could Worsen Food Security in Nigeria
In recent interviews with the NAN, experts have raised concerns that the ongoing inconsistent rainfall could severely impact food harvests in Nigeria for 2024 and beyond.
Ms. Gloria Bulus, an environmental expert and founder of the Bridge-that-Gap Initiative, highlighted … Continue Reading
Nigerian Whistleblower @PIDOMNIGERIA Goes Missing, Allegedly Detained By Police With Heavy 500m Bail Condition
A well-known Nigerian whistleblower, operating under the pseudonym @PIDOMNIGERIA on X (formerly Twitter), has reportedly gone missing, raising significant concern across the country. The whistleblower, recognized for exposing high-profile cases of corruption and human rights abuses in Nigeria, … Continue Reading
President Tinubu and His Nephew Has No Interest In OVH Acquisition – NNPC Counters Atiku
The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has countered allegations made by former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar.
Atiku had accused President Bola Tinubu of using his influence to … Continue Reading
Six #EndSARS Protesters Regain Their Freedom After Four Years In Custody
“My Lord, I urge the court to show mercy as the defendants (EndSARS Protesters) have learned their lessons after being in custody since 2020,” Ojeshino pleaded.
An Ikeja Chief Magistrate’s Court has acquitted six men accused of breaching public peace … Continue Reading
EFCC Arrests ‘Young Billionaire’ in Abuja for Alleged Internet Fraud and Money Laundering
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 35-year-old Hyginus Nkwocha also known as “Young Billionaire” in Abuja on charges of internet fraud and money laundering.
Nkwocha, who has been referred to as a “young billionaire,” was taken into … Continue Reading
Massive 2,492-Carat Diamond Unearthed in Botswana: Second Largest in History
A colossal 2,492-carat diamond, the second-largest ever discovered, has been unearthed at the Karowe mine in Botswana. This incredible find, made by the Canadian firm Lucara Diamond, is the largest since the famous 3,106-carat Cullinan diamond was found in … Continue Reading
Oando PLC Completes $783 Million Acquisition of Nigerian Agip Oil Company from Eni
Oando PLC has successfully finalized its acquisition of the Nigerian Agip Oil Company (NAOC) from Italian energy conglomerate Eni for a total of $783 million. The completion of this deal, confirmed through an official press release, marks a significant milestone … Continue Reading
Starlink Set to Launch Operations in Ghana by End of August 2024
The arrival of Starlink is expected to alleviate some of these issues, providing a more consistent and faster connection than what is currently available from other providers.
Accra, Ghana – The National Communications Authority (NCA) has confirmed that Starlink, … Continue Reading