All Kebbi Senators Dump PDP for APC
In the latest wave of defections, the three Senators from Kebbi state have dumped the People’s Democratic Party to join the ruling All Progressives Congress. The senate relying on Order 42 of its Standing Rules resolved to allow visitors, led by National Chairman of the APC, Abdullahi Ganduje alongside the Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris, […]
FG set to adopt stiffer penalties to curb illicit activities of scavengers
The federal government is considering new legal measures to tackle the rising cases of theft and vandalism targeting public infrastructure, driven by the increasing activities of scavengers across the country. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, who made this known during a press briefing at the end of FEC meeting in Abuja, stated […]
FG Endorses Medipool To Supply Essential Healthcare Products Across Nigeria
In a bid to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare system and reduce escalating costs of pharmaceutical products and drugs in the country, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved Medipool, a group purchasing organisation, as supplier of essential healthcare products across Nigeria. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Dr Ali Pate, who announced this after FEC […]
NDLEA Gets Forensic Lab In Abuja And Enugu And Trains 20 Officers
After over 25 years of conducting forensic analysis in a single laboratory facility in Lagos, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has established two new laboratories and upgraded the existing one to enhance accessibility, expedite timely analysis, and prosecute cases efficiently following a surge in drug seizures over the past months. The two additional […]
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles Battle Senegal for Crucial Semi-final Spot in U-20 AFCON
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles Nigeria and Senegal are set to renew their rivalry in the quarter-finals of the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations today. Scheduled for 12:00 noon today at the Suez Canal Stadium in Ismailia, both teams have a rich history in the competition, with Nigeria seeking to maintain its undefeated record in quarter-final matches […]
Fubara Says He’s No Longer Interested In Returning To Power
Suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara says he’s no longer interested in returning to power, stating his “spirit” has long departed the Government House. Fubara, who made the remark during a service honoring late elder statesman Chief Edwin Clark, expressed a desire for peace, and cautioned against acts capable of escalating tensions in the state. […]
WHO Warns of Mass Relocation Of Nurses From Africa
The World Health Organization has raised concerns about a potential healthcare crisis in Africa. With the region’s nurse-to-population ratio is already one of the lowest globally, 42% of nurses on the continent plan to emigrate, worsening the existing shortage. To address this, the WHO recommends expanding nursing education, improving working conditions, and introducing advanced practice […]
NIMC Increases Fees For Services Including NIN Data Changes
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has released a set of new prices for all its services relating to data modification on the National Identification Number (NIN) database and others. According to the new price list, correction of date of birth (DOB) on the NIN database now costs N28,574; a 75% increase compared to the […]
FG to end issuance of cabotage waivers under Coastal and Inland Shipping Act
The Nigerian government has announced plans to end the issuance of waivers under the Coastal and Inland Shipping Act 2003 to boost local shipping firms and create jobs for Nigerian maritime professionals. The Coastal and Inland Shipping Act, also known as the Cabotage Act, restricts domestic coastal shipping to Nigerian-owned, Nigerian-crewed, and Nigerian-built or-flagged vessels. […]
PSG Beat Arsenal to Reach UEFA Champions League Final Against Inter
Paris Saint-Germain secured their place in the UEFA Champions League final after defeating Arsenal 2–1 in the second leg of their semi-final last night. The win ensured the French side advanced 3–1 on aggregate. PSG will now face Inter Milan in the final on May 31 in Munich, marking their second-ever Champions League final appearance, […]
