2 mn read The discussion on involving male children in household chores is gaining momentum in Nigeria, with various stakeholders emphasizing the importance of breaking traditional gender stereotypes. Many Nigerians, including activists, parents, and educators, are advocating for a shift away from the practice of assigning chores primarily to girls while boys engage in recreational activities. Benjamin Obasi, […]

< 1 mn read Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State delivered a message of appreciation and solidarity to the Muslim community during the 2024 Eid-el Kabir celebrations in Awka. In his Sallah message, he commended the Muslim faithful for their significant contributions to the peaceful development enjoyed in Anambra State. He highlighted the role of the Muslim community in […]

< 1 mn read The Kano State Police Command has expressed its dismay over an incident where Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II was booed by unidentified individuals while returning to his palace after Eid prayers. The incident occurred when the Emir took an alternate route as part of his religious duties. SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, the command’s spokesman, issued a statement […]

2 mn read Uganda is facing a critical humanitarian challenge with a significant influx of refugees, particularly from Sudan, driven by ongoing conflicts and climate-related challenges in neighboring countries. Here are the key aspects of the situation and the responses being undertaken: 1. **Refugee Influx**: Since the beginning of 2024, Uganda has welcomed over 33,000 new arrivals from […]

2 mn read The recent events surrounding the dethronement and subsequent actions involving Aminu Bayero, the deposed Emir of Kano, have sparked controversy and legal proceedings in Nigeria: 1. **Dethronement and Return**: Aminu Bayero was dethroned as the Emir of Kano, a position of significant cultural and traditional authority in northern Nigeria. Following his dethronement, he attempted to […]

2 mn read The Bill for an Act to Repeal the Nigeria Shippers’ Council Act and enact the Shipping and Port Economic Regulatory Agency Bill has passed its second reading in the House of Representatives of Nigeria. This legislative effort aims to transform the role of the Nigerian Shippers Council into a more empowered regulatory agency overseeing the […]

< 1 mn read The Federal Government of Nigeria has clarified that the Murtala Muhammed Expressway in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has not been renamed as Wole Soyinka Way, contrary to some reports circulating in the media. In a statement issued by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, through his media aide Rabiu Ibrahim, it […]