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JAPA: Nigeria loses $366 million as 16,000 doctors move abroad
Over 16,000 Nigerian Doctors Have Migrated Abroad in Recent Years, Warns Health Minister
Prof. Muhammad Pate, Nigeria’s Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, revealed that more than 16,000 doctors have left the country over the past five to seven … Continue Reading
Niger Declares Hausa as New Official Language, Dumps French
Niger Declares Hausa as New National Language in Shift from Colonial Legacy
Niger’s military government has officially designated Hausa as the nation’s new national language, marking a significant departure from its colonial history, which heavily featured French. This landmark decision … Continue Reading
Air Peace introduces new boarding procedure For Travellers
Air Peace Unveils New Boarding System for Enhanced Travel Experience
In a bid to elevate the travel experience for its passengers, Air Peace has announced a new boarding protocol that prioritizes military personnel, passengers requiring assistance, and business-class travelers. This … Continue Reading
Nigerian Chess Master Tunde Onakoya celebrates adopted son’s Win in US
Nigerian Chess Champion Tunde Onakoya Celebrates Brothers’ Success Story
Tunde Onakoya, a renowned chess champion from Nigeria and the founder of the Chess in Slums initiative, recently shared a poignant tale about two brothers he adopted following their mother’s … Continue Reading
Saudi Arabia didn’t ban Nigerian travellers & pilgrims, FG Clarifies
Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Addresses False Entry Ban Rumors Regarding Saudi Arabia
The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has officially dismissed widespread rumors regarding an entry ban affecting the country set to begin on April 13, 2025. In a … Continue Reading
NNPC foundation offers free cataract surgery To 1,000 Bayelsans
NNPC Foundation Launches Free Cataract Screening and Surgery Program in Bayelsa State
The Nigeria National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Foundation has initiated a free cataract screening and surgery program aimed at restoring sight to over 1,000 individuals in Bayelsa … Continue Reading
How Bobrisky smuggled ATM Card & Paid N35m For VIP Service — Kirikiri Baale
Controversy Erupts Over Crossdresser Bobrisky’s Alleged VIP Treatment in Prison
Fresh allegations have surfaced following the incarceration of renowned crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, as a traditional leader in Lagos accused officials of the Nigerian Correctional Service … Continue Reading
Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden Set to Visit Nigeria in April
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Victoria Désirée of Sweden will be visiting Nigeria from April 7 to April 9, 2025. This announcement was officially made through a statement released by Kimiebi Ebienfa, … Continue Reading
$1 Can Still Buy a Meal in Nigeria Unlike In US – Tinubu’s Aide
Naira’s Local Value Defended Amid Dollar Weakness, Says President Tinubu’s Adviser
In a recent appearance on the Mic On Podcast, Dr. Tope Fasua, President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Economic Affairs, defended the naira’s local value despite its significant … Continue Reading
BREAKING:Former Oyo Governor Olunloyo dies at 90
Former Oyo State Governor Dr. Victor Olunloyo Passes Away Days Before 90th Birthday
Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo, the former governor of Oyo State, has passed away just days shy of his 90th birthday, as announced by his family … Continue Reading