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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…
In a heartbreaking turn of events in Katsina, Nigeria, a family gathering turned deadly when three individuals lost their lives after consuming poisoned spaghetti. The incident, which has sent shockwaves through the local community, also left a young girl fighting for her life in a hospital. As authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragedy, questions…
Road safety remains a critical concern in Nigeria, and recent data from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) paints a grim picture of the state of the nation’s roads. According to a report published by Legit.ng, Nigeria recorded a staggering 1,593 deaths from road crashes in the first quarter of 2025 alone—a sobering 8.3% increase…
In a dramatic turn of events that has sent ripples through Nigeria’s political landscape, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reportedly announced his intention to defect from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). This development, which surfaced during a State Executive Council meeting in Uyo on May…
In a significant case highlighting the complexities of international health insurance fraud, a U.S. District Court in Boston has sentenced Henry Ezeonyido, a 37-year-old Nigerian-American from Taunton, Massachusetts, to 27 months in prison for orchestrating a sophisticated scheme that defrauded health insurance companies of over $1 million. The sentencing, which took place in early 2025,…
In a significant victory for Nigeria’s counter-terrorism efforts, troops of Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with the Air Component of the Nigerian Armed Forces, successfully repelled a coordinated attack by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) and Boko Haram insurgents in Damboa, Borno State. The operation, which took place in the early hours of May…
In a surprising turn of events, Yahaya Bello, the former governor of Kogi State, Nigeria, has publicly declared that he harbors no presidential ambitions for the 2027 general elections. This statement has sparked intense discussions across political circles and social media platforms, particularly on X. As Bello navigates a high-profile legal battle with the Economic and…
In a stunning revelation that has sparked outrage and disbelief across Edo State, Nigeria, the state government has uncovered and sealed a brothel operating within the premises of Ujuele Primary School in Esan West Local Government Area. This disturbing discovery, announced on May 22, 2025, by Eugene Okolosie, the State Coordinator for the Protection of…
On May 22, 2025, the Federal Government of Nigeria introduced a significant policy shift aimed at enhancing road safety and reducing the risks associated with fuel transportation. The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) announced a nationwide ban on night driving for fuel tankers, restricting their operations to daytime hours, specifically until 6…
In a significant move that has sparked widespread commendation and political momentum, Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has been endorsed for a second term by a broad coalition of stakeholders, including traditional rulers, political leaders, and community groups. This endorsement, which took place during a well-attended event in Eket, underscores the governor’s growing…