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Rivers Crisis: Government Rejects Appeal Court Ruling, Heads to Supreme Court
Rivers Government Challenges Court Ruling on Assembly Crisis, Seeks Supreme Court Intervention
The Rivers State Government has swiftly rejected a recent Court of Appeal ruling and is taking the case to the Supreme Court. The ruling, delivered on Thursday, dismissed… Continue Reading
NDLEA Issues Statement on Husband’s Approval for Married Women’s Visa Clearance
NDLEA clarifies That long-standing policy driven by destination countries with strict drug laws
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has addressed claims circulating on Thursday that married women are now required to present approval letters from their … Continue Reading
NYSC Extends Service Year for 3 Corps Members In Gombe State
Three corps members in Gombe State have had their service year extended due to violations of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) regulations, while four others were reported to have absconded. This announcement was made on Thursday during … Continue Reading
Notorious Terrorist Kingpin, Mai Hijabi Eliminated in Jigawa State
Notorious Terrorist Kingpin, Mai Hijabi Eliminated in Jigawa State, Defence Headquarters Reports
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced the successful elimination of a notorious terrorist leader known as Mai Hijabi during a military operation in Jigawa State conducted this past … Continue Reading
NDLEA’s New Visa Rule: Married Women Need Husband’s Approval to Travel
Critics Slam NDLEA’s New Visa Rule as a Step Backward for Women’s Rights
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has introduced a new visa requirement, stirring controversy across the country. Under the updated regulations, married women must … Continue Reading
Covenant University Crowned Best in Nigeria For 2025, See Full List
Covenant University Tops Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025
Covenant University has once again achieved the prestigious title of the highest-ranking university in Nigeria, as announced in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings for 2025. This esteemed recognition … Continue Reading
President Tinubu appoints SSA on civil service matters
President Bola Tinubu Appoints Senior Special Assistant on Civil Service Matters
Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has made a significant appointment by designating Alfred Abah as the Senior Special Assistant on Civil Service Matters. This announcement was made through … Continue Reading
Why I relocated to the US – Dr Sid
Dr Sid’s journey in the music industry began in 1999 as a choreographer at Trybe Records.
Texas, USA – Nigerian rapper Sidney Esiri, widely known as Dr Sid, has opened up about his move to the United States in … Continue Reading
USAID Launches Health Insurance Scheme for Over 1,200 Orphans and Vulnerable Women in Bauchi
A step toward improving the health and well-being of vulnerable groups in Bauchi State, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched an initiative to provide health insurance to over 1,201 orphans and women.
Through its Integrated Child … Continue Reading
Kaduna State Governor New Policies to Transform Public Health And Fleet Of Vehicles For TB And HIV
In a bid to strengthen its healthcare delivery, Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has launched a fleet of 48 operational vehicles and motorcycles aimed at boosting community case-finding efforts for Tuberculosis (TB) and HIV.
This strategic move is designed to … Continue Reading