Efiok Ephraim

2 mn read A witness, Abraham Uwua, on Tuesday, admitted to a Benue State High Court in Makurdi that his testimony was based on information he received from his lawyer. Uwua was testifying in a suit he filed alongside Terlumun Tyav, Terwase Zeku, and Pastor Cyprian Terwase against Peter Adejoh, Engr Mike Jijingi, the Government of Benue State, […]

< 1 mn read “Troops Rescue Five Kidnapped Persons in Kwara State, Hand Them Over to Local Authorities” In a swift and decisive operation, troops from the 22 Armoured Brigade, Forward Operating Base (FOB) Patigi, have successfully rescued five individuals who were kidnapped in Olapade/Olayinka village, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State. The rescued victims, comprising four females […]

2 mn read Zamfara State Government Initiates N30,000 Minimum Wage Payment from June In a significant development for the welfare of its workforce, the Zamfara State Government has officially announced its intention to start paying the N30,000 minimum wage to its employees, commencing in June. Governor Dauda Lawal made this declaration during a meeting with the state chapter […]

< 1 mn read EFCC Arraigns Former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika and Brother Over Alleged Contract Fraud** In a significant development in Nigeria’s anti-corruption efforts, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has brought charges against Hadi Sirika, the former Minister of Aviation, along with his brother, Ahmad Abubakar Sirika, and Enginos Nigeria Limited, a company owned by Abubakar. […]

2 mn read Kano State Assembly Dissolves Five Emirate Councils, Grants Governor Sole Power for New Appointments** In a sweeping decision with profound implications, the Kano State House of Assembly has dissolved all five emirate councils within the state. This significant move, announced following deliberations during Thursday’s plenary session, marks a pivotal moment in the governance and traditional […]

< 1 mn read UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Calls for General Election on July 4th Amidst Declining Inflation Rates** In a historic move, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced a forthcoming general election scheduled for July 4th. Addressing the nation from the iconic 10 Downing Street, Sunak revealed that he had personally petitioned His Majesty the King […]

< 1 mn read “Minister: No Fanfare for President Tinubu’s One-Year Anniversary” Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has announced that there will be no elaborate celebrations to mark President Bola Tinubu’s one year in office. Instead, low-key activities will be held to commemorate the anniversary. Speaking at a World Press Conference on Wednesday to kick […]

2 mn read “Emir of Kano Pays Courtesy Visit to Awujale in Ogun State” The Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, made a significant diplomatic visit to the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. This visit holds particular significance as it occurred shortly after the celebrations marking the Awujale’s 90th […]

< 1 mn read Former Senator Shehu Sani has sharply criticized northern leaders for what he perceives as a lack of seriousness in addressing the security challenges plaguing the region. Sani’s comments come in the wake of disturbing reports of violence perpetrated by bandits and terrorists in Zamfara and Plateau States, where dozens of farmers have been brutally killed. […]

2 mn read “Security stakeholders in Nigeria have issued a resounding call for stricter penalties to be imposed on individuals behind jailbreaks in the country. This urgent plea was articulated during discussions held in Abeokuta on Wednesday. Highlighting the severity of the situation, it was revealed that seventeen coordinated attacks have targeted key prison facilities of the Nigerian […]