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Nigeria’s military drops to 39th in Global Rankings
Nigeria’s Armed Forces Slip to 39th in 2024 Global Firepower Rankings
In the latest Global Firepower (GFP) rankings, Nigeria’s Armed Forces have fallen to 39th place, marking the third consecutive year of decline, having been ranked 36th in 2023 … Continue Reading
Gunmen Kidnap Two Catholic Nuns in Anambra
Authorities Confirm Kidnapping of Two Catholic Nuns in Anambra
The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of two Catholic nuns by unidentified gunmen along the Ufuma Road in the Orumba North Local Government Area.
The incident was reported … Continue Reading
Nnamdi Kanu rejects FG’s trial resumption Request
Nnamdi Kanu of IPOB Rejects Federal Government’s Request for Trial Resumption
Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has firmly dismissed the federal government’s attempt to set a date for his trial, which was recently … Continue Reading
Telecom tariff Will Increase but not by 100% – Minister
Telecom Tariffs in Nigeria Set for Increase Amid Industry Challenges
In a recent announcement, Bosun Tijani, Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, revealed that an increase in telecom tariffs is forthcoming, although it will not reach the … Continue Reading
EFCC Detains 10 Officers in Lagos for Alleged Theft
EFCC Detains 10 Officers Over Allegations of Operational Item Theft
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained 10 officers from its Lagos Zonal Command amid allegations of theft involving operational items. The action is part of … Continue Reading
BREAKING: FG Approves Telecom Tariff Increase, Promises Fair Adjustments
Federal Government Introduces Adjusted Telecom Tariff Hike, Aims to Balance Consumer Protection, Transparent Pricing, and Industry Sustainability
The Federal Government has approved a tariff hike for telecommunications services in Nigeria, assuring that the increment will not reach the 100% requested … Continue Reading
Anambra Catholic priest Switch To traditional religion After 17 Years
Former Catholic Priest Embraces African Traditional Religion After 17 Years in Ministry
Dr. Echezona Obiagbaosogu, a former Catholic priest who served for 17 years, has announced his decision to transition from priesthood to the exploration of African traditional religion. Currently … Continue Reading
Mele Kyari at 60: A Journey from Almajiri Student to NNPC CEO
Mele Kyari Reflects on Journey from Almajiri Pupil to CEO of Nigeria’s Largest Energy Company on 60th Birthday
In a heartfelt message shared on social media, Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company … Continue Reading
Bauchi Governor Reinstates 3 Former Commissioners as Special Advisers
Bauchi State Governor Appoints Former Commissioners as Special Advisers Following Cabinet Reshuffle
Less than two days after dismissing them from their roles as commissioners, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has appointed three former commissioners as special advisers. This … Continue Reading
China bank approves €245m loan for Kano-Kaduna railway
China Development Bank Approves €245 Million Loan for Nigeria’s Kano-Kaduna Railway Project
The China Development Bank (CDB) has recently announced the approval of a substantial loan amounting to €245 million (approximately $254.76 million) to finance the ongoing Kano-Kaduna railway project … Continue Reading