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Lagos, Nigeria’s bustling commercial hub, is gearing up for a significant environmental milestone: the enforcement of a comprehensive ban on single-use plastics (SUPs) starting July 1, 2025. This bold move, announced by Tokunbo Wahab, the Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, signals the state’s commitment to tackling plastic pollution, reducing environmental degradation, and…
In a poignant statement, Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared, “If we use our diversity not for adversity but for prosperity, the country’s hope is stability and progress.” This powerful remark encapsulates a vision for Nigeria that transcends division and harnesses the nation’s rich tapestry of cultures, ethnicities, and ideologies as a catalyst for sustainable…
Nigeria’s power sector is teetering on the edge of a financial abyss, with the Federal Government’s electricity debt surging by a staggering N800 billion in 2025, according to the Nigerian Senate. This alarming increase has pushed the total debt owed to electricity generation companies (GenCos) to over N3 trillion, driven by persistent tariff shortfalls and…
In a transformative development for Nigeria’s economic landscape, the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, has unveiled ambitious plans to establish electric vehicle (EV) factories in the country. This initiative, rooted in a strategic partnership between Nigeria and China, signals a new era of collaboration focused on unlocking the immense potential of Nigeria’s solid minerals…
On a radiant Sunday morning in Vatican City, history was made as Pope Leo XIV, the first-ever American pope, embarked on his debut tour of St. Peter’s Square, captivating tens of thousands of pilgrims, tourists, and well-wishers. Riding in the iconic popemobile, the newly installed pontiff radiated warmth and humility, waving to the enthusiastic crowds…
In a significant moment for Nigeria and the global Catholic community, President Bola Tinubu arrived in Rome, Italy, on Saturday, May 17, 2025, to attend the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV at St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican. The historic event, set for Sunday, May 18, marks the formal installation of the new pontiff, Cardinal…
In a decisive move to safeguard the environment and enhance public health, Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has introduced two groundbreaking executive orders aimed at tackling environmental degradation and improving sanitation across the state. Signed on May 16, 2025, these orders address critical issues of indiscriminate tree felling and public hygiene, signaling a robust…
In a bizarre and shocking turn of events in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, a 43-year-old woman named Gift has been arrested by the police for allegedly biting off the tip of her lover’s manhood during a heated dispute over intimacy. The disturbing incident has caused a stir in the Mile 3 Diobu area and sparked…
In a bold move to strengthen Nigeria’s economy, the Senate has introduced a transformative bill in 2024, championed by the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC). This legislation mandates a minimum of 30% value addition to raw materials before they can be exported. The goal? To shift Nigeria away from being a raw material…
On May 16, 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu convened a high-level closed-door meeting with Nigeria’s Service Chiefs and the Inspector General of Police (IGP) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The gathering, which has sparked significant interest, underscores the administration’s focus on addressing pressing national security concerns. The meeting brought together top security officials, including…
