Chad requests Angola’s support for stability
Chad’s transitional military council has solicited Angola’s political and diplomatic support for its stability. “I would like to underline Angola’s leadership in Central Africa and […]
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UN tribunal for Lebanon announces possible closure in July over funding crisis
A severe financial crisis might threaten the United Nations (UN’s) Special Tribunal for Lebanon (STL) ability to investigate beyond July, the 2005 attack in Beirut […]
2023: Let’s consider Idoma for governor in Benue – APC Chieftain
Prof. Kpamor Orkar, the Caretaker Deputy Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue, has said that an Idoma indigene should be considered for […]
Attacks: BNHA member says constituents stranded and starving
A member of the Benue House of Assembly, Mr Terfa Kudi (APC, Makurdi North), has said that thousands of his constituents displaced by recent attacks […]
WHO, China’s NHC warn of growing smoking risks
More than one million people in China are killed by smoking-related diseases each year. The number will double by 2030 should the current smoking trend […]
PDP will make great impact in Plateau LG poll- Chairman
Mr Chris Hassan, Plateau Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has expressed optimism that the party will make impact at the Oct. 9, local government […]
Alleged assault: NBC invites Ahmed Isah, CEO, Human rights radio
The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has invited Mr Ahmed Isah, the Chief Executive Officer of Human Rights Radio, over alleged assault. Mr Ekanem Antia, Deputy […]
Police debunk report of attack on Modakeke Town
The Police Command in Osun has described as false, a report that Modakeke Town in Osun was attacked by gunmen on Sunday. “The news is […]
Norway may ditch AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson jabs
A Norwegian expert committee and the Nordic country’s leading health authority, on Monday advised that the Coronavirus vaccines from AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson should not […]
Anambra Govt. pledges commitment to emergency medical care
) The Anambra Government has pledged its commitment to prompt, effectiveand efficient emergency medical services and care to residents.The Commissioner for Health, Dr Vincent Okpala, […]
“I believe in united Nigeria, not secession” — Umahi
Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi on Saturday declared his belief in a united Nigeria and condemned calls for secession by some groups in the country. […]
India’s COVID-19 death toll tops 200,000 as health systems falter
India’s COVID-19 death toll on Wednesday crossed the grim milestone of 200,000, as globally record-breaking daily infection numbers had overwhelmed the health systems. In the last […]
WHO reserves judgement on Indian coronavirus variant
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned against jumping to conclusions about a new coronavirus variant discovered in India, saying it had not yet classified […]
Okowa urges prayers for Nigeria
Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta has called for prayers, saying that Nigeria is in troubled times with dwindling economy occasioned by various factors, including worsening […]
Normalcy returns to Kano prison after inmates riot
The Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) says normalcy has been restored to the Kurmawa Custodial facility in Kano metropolis following violent protest staged by the inmates […]
U.S. anti-doping chief wants more transparency in testing
The chief of the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) wants transparency in the run-up to the Olympic Games in Tokyo. “All countries should publish the […]
Bayelsa Govt. explains involvement in signing MoUs by communities, firms
The Bayelsa Government says it is involved in signing Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between communities and corporate organisations in the state in order to protect […]
Tension as U.S. backs Philippines against Chinese vessels in disputed reef
U.S. Secretary of State, Antony Blinken on Monday came out in support of the Philippines after “China’s maritime militia” amassed Chinese vessels at a boomerang-shaped […]
53,000 poultry birds lost to avian flu in Niger – Official
No fewer than 53,000 poultry birds have been lost to avian flu otherwise known as ‘bird flu’ in Choma village, Tafa Local Government Area of […]
New FOC charges officers on responsibilities
Rear Admiral Sanusi Ibrahim, new Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) Eastern Naval Command of the Nigerian Navy, on Tuesday charged the officers to be mindful of […]
Insecurity: Kaduna Electric pledges adequate power supply to schools
Kaduna Electric says it will provide adequate power supply to support the efforts of Kaduna State Government in tackling the menace of banditry and insecurity […]
DPR advises Kwara residents against panic buying
The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), Kwara Office, has advised residents against panic buying of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). The Operations Controller of Ilorin field […]
Confusion rents the air as Ilorin community finds corpse under bridge
Confusion rented the air on Monday at Ifedolapo community in Ilorin when a corpse was found under Osere bridge in the area. Residents raised unanswered […]
Ondo residents engage in panic buying over uncertainty in petrol pump price
Some residents of Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State, on Friday, engaged in panic buying of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, […]
NPA investigates counterfeits e-call-ups
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) says it is investigating cases of counterfeit of its call-ups in circulation. “We are currently investigating some cases where truck […]