< 1 mn read The Edo State Ministry of Health has reported two deaths due to diphtheria between January and August, with six confirmed cases during that period. Dr. Stephenson Ojeifo, the Director of Public Health, stressed the need for vaccination, as diphtheria is preventable. He encouraged parents and caregivers to take advantage of the free vaccines available. Ojeifo […]
< 1 mn read Daniel Oriahi, the director of The Weekend, revealed that this new film marks his most significant project since his last major work nearly seven years ago. Known for his expertise in psychological thrillers, Oriahi expressed his excitement about returning to the spotlight with a film that has already garnered international attention, including being the only […]
< 1 mn read The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested two individuals suspected of drug trafficking following a raid on their residence in Uyo. Several weapons and other items were recovered during the operation. The suspects are currently in custody, and the police have reiterated their commitment to tackling crime in the state.
< 1 mn read A fire outbreak early Monday morning, September 2, severely damaged the Katsina Government House, destroying the governor’s chamber and affecting parts of the governor’s office. Despite the extensive damage, there were no casualties reported. DETAILS OF THE INCIDENT The cause of the fire remains unknown, and an anonymous source confirmed that authorities are currently investigating […]
2 mn read The House of Representatives has praised President Bola Tinubu for his decision to approve a 50% electricity subsidy for universities, hospitals, and other tertiary institutions. This move comes in response to rising electricity costs that have strained these institutions. DETAILS OF THE SUBSIDY APPROVAL Rep. Abubakar Fulata, Chairman of the House Committee on University Education, […]
2 mn read Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North, is under fire for his remarks about Betsy Obaseki, the wife of Governor Godwin Obaseki, regarding her childlessness. DETAILS OF THE CONTROVERSY The controversy began after Mrs. Obaseki, during a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) campaign event, introduced Ifeyinwa Ighodalo, the wife of PDP’s gubernatorial candidate, as the only candidate’s […]
< 1 mn read Smart DNA Report: 27% of Nigerian Men Not Biological Fathers; Surge in Immigration DNA Tests Smart DNA, a leading DNA testing center in Lagos, has released its 2024 report on DNA testing trends in Nigeria, revealing some striking insights for the period from July 2023 to June 2024. The report highlights that 27% of paternity […]
< 1 mn read Tomaz Zorec Joins Super Eagles’ Coaching Staff for AFCON 2025 Qualifiers Slovenian fitness trainer Tomaz Zorec has been appointed to assist caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen as the Super Eagles prepare for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) announced the new technical crew, which includes Fidelis Ilechukwu and Daniel Ogunmodede […]
< 1 mn read BUA Foods to Build Four New Wheat Milling Plants, Boosting Capacity by 400% In a recent announcement on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), BUA Foods revealed plans to construct four new wheat milling plants. This expansion will increase the company’s milling capacity from 500,000 metric tons to 2.5 million metric tons annually, marking a nearly 400% […]
< 1 mn read The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has recently been recognized for its impressive performance in service delivery and compliance. According to the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) Secretariat’s 2024 Half Year Transparency and Efficiency Compliance Report, SON secured second place with a score of 78.2%. This ranking highlights SON’s effective adherence to procedures and […]
