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In a worrying turn of events, a Nigerian family is pleading for assistance after their daughter, Esther Oladele, went missing while on her way to take her Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination. According to reports, Esther had sent a concerning message to her family shortly before she disappeared. In the message, she mentioned…
In recent years, Africa has faced numerous economic challenges, from political instability and conflict to inflation, debt crises, and sluggish growth. With these issues in mind, many people often wonder: Is Nigeria among the poorest countries in Africa? The answer, according to the latest report from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the year 2025,…
In a major announcement aimed at strengthening the fight against financial crimes in Nigeria, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially declared four individuals wanted for their alleged involvement in a fraudulent online trading platform known as Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX). According to the EFCC, the individuals whose photographs and details were released…
In a major turn of events, the Governor of Niger State, Umar Bago, has reversed his directive ordering the arrest of individuals wearing dreadlocks. The decision comes after a wave of backlash from the public, civil rights groups, and concerned citizens across the country. The original directive, which was met with widespread criticism, sparked intense…
Residents in Minna woke up on April 22, 2025, to an unexpected blackout that has affected several communities across the Bosso axis and beyond. The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has now confirmed the cause of the widespread power outage — and it’s tied to ongoing road construction work in the city. ⚠️ Affected Areas…
On April 22, 2025, Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago of Niger State issued a comprehensive executive order aimed at eradicating thuggery and restoring peace in Minna, the state capital. This decisive action follows a series of violent incidents, including the tragic deaths of two individuals and multiple injuries during recent clashes attributed to local gangs such…
Minna, the capital of Niger State, is set to make aviation history as commercial operations kick off at the newly renamed Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. This milestone marks a major step forward in the state’s vision to develop a modern air transport ecosystem that fosters investment, tourism, and economic…
The Catholic world is in mourning following the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025. At 88, he passed away due to complications from double pneumonia, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, reform, and a renewed focus on social justice and the environment. With his passing, attention now turns to the future…
Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Nigeria today, Monday, April 21, 2025, after a 19-day working visit abroad, with political observers and the general public closely watching the implications of his trip for national governance and policy direction. Tinubu’s Trip: Purpose and Highlights President Tinubu embarked on his journey on April…
In a nation already battling inflation, unemployment, and insecurity, another layer of tension has erupted—this time from the political elite. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has once again come for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and this time, his words are piercing. He’s not mincing words. Atiku is openly accusing the Tinubu administration of “utter incompetence”…
