Tragedy on Eko Bridge: Two Dispatch Riders Killed in Truck Collision
A devastating accident on Eko Bridge in Lagos on May 7, 2025, claimed the lives of two dispatch riders when two Mack trucks collided, underscoring the persistent dangers faced by
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Dabiri-Erewa Calls on Diaspora Nigerians to Prioritize ‘Nigeria First’ for Development
Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), urged 15 million diaspora Nigerians to adopt a “Nigeria First” approach to drive national development. Speaking at a diaspora investment
Kano Governor Yusuf Frees 22 Pregnant Women and Nursing Mothers from Prison
On May 8, 2025, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf secured the release of 22 pregnant women and nursing mothers from the Kurmawa Central Prison and other custodial facilities in Kano,
420 Kebbi Pilgrims Embark on 2025 Hajj Journey to Saudi Arabia
A contingent of 420 pilgrims from Kebbi State departed Birnin Kebbi International Airport for Saudi Arabia to participate in the 2025 Hajj, marking the start of Nigeria’s pilgrimage season. The
Borno Governor Zulum Prohibits Petrol Sales in Bama LGA to Combat Insecurity
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum ordered an immediate ban on petrol sales at filling stations across Bama Local Government Area, including Bama town and Banki, citing heightened insecurity linked to
Nigerian Navy Deploys Six Vessels, Two Helicopters for Exercise Obangame Express 2025
The Nigerian Navy announced the deployment of six warships and two helicopters for Exercise Obangame Express 2025, a multinational maritime security operation in the Gulf of Guinea, scheduled for May
Shettima Urges 2025 Hajj Pilgrims to Uphold Nigeria’s Values in Saudi Arabia
Vice President Kashim Shettima addressed 65,000 Nigerian pilgrims preparing for the 2025 Hajj, urging them to reflect Nigeria’s values of peace, tolerance, and discipline during the pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia.
Supreme Court Revokes Fred Ajudua’s Bail, Orders Return to Prison in $1.69 Million Fraud Case
Nigeria’s Supreme Court overturned a 2014 bail ruling by the Court of Appeal, ordering Fred Ajudua, a prominent lawyer and businessman, back to Kirikiri Maximum Security Prison in Lagos to
Nigeria’s Ali Pate Named Among TIME’s 100 Global Health Influencers
TIME magazine released its 2025 list of 100 Most Influential People in Global Health, recognizing Nigeria’s Minister of Health, Muhammad Ali Pate, for his transformative leadership in strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare
Soludo Reaffirms APGA’s Commitment to Supporting Federal Government Policies
Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo, national leader of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), reiterated the party’s longstanding policy of supporting constructive federal government initiatives to foster national development. Speaking
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