A gang of bandits has stormed two communities in Rafi Local Government in north-central Niger State, officials have told news men. The officials said at least 10 people were killed, six of whom were beheaded, and over a dozen more kidnapped by armed bandits in an attack in Nigeria’s north-central state, on Wednesday. The bandits…

Sultan Rabiu Members of the National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, staged a peaceful protest on Wednesday, demanding the release of their withheld salaries and arrears of allowances from the Federal Government. The protesters, carrying placards with various messages, gathered on campus to express their frustration, vowing to continue…

The Nigerian government has disbursed N45 billion to Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) across the country through the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF), Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Pate, announced on Wednesday. The funds aim to revitalise and enhance healthcare access at the grassroots level. Speaking at the ongoing Nigeria Health…

In a joint effort to combat the ongoing mpox outbreak, the Africa Centre for Disease Control, (CDC), CEPI, Gavi, UNICEF, and WHO have announced the allocation of 899,000 vaccine doses for nine African countries. The targeted countries include the Central African Republic, Cote d’Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Rwanda, South…

The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) has given the Federal Government a 14-day ultimatum to resolve key issues or face an indefinite strike. The union made the announcement during a peaceful protest in Borno State on Wednesday. NAAT President, Comrade Ibeji Nwokoma, expressed deep frustration over the Ministry of Finance’s refusal to release salaries…

Hussaini Kafi in Kano Two people have been confirmed dead after a violent confrontation between a soldier and a police officer in Agyaragu Community, Obi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The altercation, which began as a personal dispute, escalated into widespread violence, resulting in the destruction of two police stations in the area. According…

Hussaini Kafi in Kano Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has officially received a group of children from the state who were released after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s executive order. The release followed public outcry regarding the children’s arraignment on treasonable charges related to their participation in protests in August 2024. Governor Sani expressed his…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Wednesday urged students to actively foster a culture of integrity and caution, both online and offline. The EFCC has reiterated its mission to inspire young Nigerians to lead by example in the fight against corruption at an event. In an official statement released by the EFCC’s Head of…

In a fresh wave of adjustments, Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) across Nigeria have once again increased prices for electricity meters, marking the second hike in just four months. The rise, which takes effect on November 5, 2024, varies by provider and meter type, hitting consumers who have already been grappling with escalating living costs. The…

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has described as exceptional the legacy of the late Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lt Gen. Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja. Gen Musa made the remark while mouring the death the COAS. In his condolence message the CDS expressed profound sorrow and sadness on behalf of the…