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In a dramatic case that underscores the growing menace of financial fraud in Nigeria, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a mother and her 34-year-old son before the Federal High Court in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, for allegedly defrauding a US-based woman of N64.4 million (approximately $40,000 USD, depending on exchange rates)….
A heart-wrenching tragedy has unfolded in Anambra State, Nigeria, casting a somber shadow over a quiet community. On Thursday, May 22, 2025, a 19-year-old girl reportedly stabbed her newborn baby boy in the throat and discarded his body in a roadside gutter, allegedly to conceal the birth from her family. This shocking incident, which has…
In a heartfelt demonstration of compassion and commitment to inclusivity, Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has announced a transformative N50 million grant to support 250 disabled entrepreneurs across the nation. The initiative, launched under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), aims to foster economic independence and empower persons with disabilities by providing each beneficiary with…
In a chilling development, the Nigeria Police Force has issued a high-priority security alert, warning of an imminent terrorist attack targeting churches in Yagba East Local Government Area (LGA) of Kogi State. The alert, detailed in a memo dated May 20, 2025, and signed by Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Kanwai James, the Divisional Police…
In a night filled with drama, passion, and unforgettable moments, Napoli secured their second Serie A title in three years with a commanding 2-0 victory over Cagliari at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. The match, played on the final day of the 2024-25 Serie A season, saw Antonio Conte’s side clinch the Scudetto in front…
In a chilling case that has gripped the attention of Edo State and beyond, a Benin High Court on Friday, May 23, 2025, ordered the remand of 62-year-old Martins Oghenevurie to a correctional facility for his alleged involvement in the gruesome murder of an unidentified woman, believed to have been killed for ritual purposes. The…
In a landmark move to address the pressing healthcare challenges in Southern Kaduna, the Nigerian Senate has passed the Federal Medical Centre Act (Amendment) Bill, 2024 (SB. 355), paving the way for the establishment of a Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Kafanchan, Kaduna State. This significant legislative step, taken on May 23, 2024, marks a…
In a move that has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s political landscape, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered the sealing of the national secretariat of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja, alongside 4,792 other properties, starting Monday, May 26, 2025. This unprecedented action, rooted in the revocation of land…
Nigeria’s higher education sector is a vibrant and evolving landscape, producing graduates who are shaping the nation’s future and making significant contributions on the global stage. The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025 has released its latest evaluation of over 2,000 institutions worldwide, with 21 Nigerian universities featured for their excellence in teaching,…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) in Nigeria has once again raised the specter of a nationwide strike, signaling deepening frustration with the federal government led by President Bola Tinubu. A recent article published on May 23, 2025, titled “ASUU Hints at Strike After Exhausting Patience with Corrupt Tinubu Govt,” outlines the grievances fueling this…
