The nation was plunged into darkness as the centrally managed national electricity grid, operated from Osogbo, Osun State, experienced a collapse at approximately 4:30 pm on Thursday, March 28. In the aftermath of the collapse, distribution companies across the country, covering all 36 states, reported that their feeders became inactive, leading to widespread blackouts. Prior…
President Bola Tinubu has called on religious leaders to refrain from vilifying or denigrating the nation in their sermons. Speaking during Ramadan Iftar with traditional rulers and religious leaders at the State House on Thursday in Abuja, the President emphasized the important role of religious leaders in shaping public opinion and fostering a sense of…
The Federal Government has announced Friday, March 29th, and Monday, April 1st, 2024 as public holidays to commemorate Good Friday and Easter Monday respectively. Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Honourable Minister of Interior, conveyed the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, urging Christians and all Nigerians to reflect on the sacrifice and love exemplified by…
President Bola Tinubu says his administration is committed to deepening democracy by ensuring adherence to the rule of law and expediting the sustainable provision of good governance, justice, and fairness to all Nigerian citizens. Speaking when he received a delegation from the United States Congress led by Senator Cory Booker at the State House in…
Federal agents from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) conducted court-authorized searches of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ two properties, seizing electronic devices as part of their investigation. According to law enforcement sources speaking to ABC News, the searches, conducted in Los Angeles and Miami, are part of a federal sex trafficking investigation involving the hip-hop and liquor mogul.…
President Bola Tinubu has condemned the reprehensible acts perpetrated by kidnappers across the country, declaring that individuals involved in such despicable crimes must be treated as terrorists. The President made the declaration on Tuesday at a Ramadan dinner with members of the Federal judiciary led by the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Olukayode Ariwoola.…
Renowned pediatrician Dr. Zamambo Siphokazi Mkhize, aged 39, was tragically murdered in South Africa. Her lifeless body was discovered crammed into the trunk of her car in Imbali, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, on March 22, 2024. Allegedly, Zamambo’s husband became concerned when she failed to return home from work or respond to calls. After consulting with Zamambo’s…
Two initiatives aimed at promoting greater inclusivity and development opportunities for the youth population have been greenlit by the Federal Executive Council. These initiatives involve the restructuring of the Nigerian Youth Investment Fund (NYIF) with expanded provisions and the establishment of a 2% youth quota in all government appointments, alongside a 30% representation for women.…
A tragic incident occurred at the Bridge Head in Onitsha, Anambra State, when a trailer crushed two children to death. The accident occurred at approximately 5 pm on Saturday, March 23, 2024. According to an eyewitness, the trailer, which was traveling towards Asaba, lost control and collided with a mother and her children, as well…
Suspected smugglers perpetrated a violent assault on officers stationed at the Adamawa/Taraba Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NSC). Naomi Titus, the public relations officer of the command, confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Saturday, March 23, 2024. She revealed that one officer sustained severe injuries during the attack. According to Titus, the…
