The Kano State Government, in partnership with UNICEF and other stakeholders, says it has launched the second phase of its polio vaccination drive. During a media chat on Thursday, it said the move aims to immunize 3.9 million children aged 0–5 years across all 44 local government areas of the state. The house-to-house campaign runs from…
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has predicted thundery and rainy weather activities from Saturday to Monday across Nigeria. NiMet’s weather outlook released on Friday in Abuja envisaged early morning thunderstorms on Saturday over parts of Taraba, Kebbi, Zamfara, Kaduna, and Adamawa states in the northern region. According to it, thunderstorms with rains are anticipated over parts…
Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has urged President Bola Tinubu to immediately launch a probe into the strange circumstances that led to the deaths of some Nigerians, including the likes of Dele Giwa, Bola Ige and Kudirat Abiola, for the sake of giving some closure to the matter. While speaking with selected journalists in Lagos…
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has extended the enforcement deadline for tinted glass permits to August 12, 2025, citing public feedback and an ongoing review of its digital application system. Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, announced the extension in a statement on Saturday, noting that the decision was approved by the Inspector General…
Global oil prices jumped after Israel said it had struck Iran in a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East. The price of the benchmark Brent crude rose more than 10%, reaching its highest level since January, before losing some gains. Disrupt Supplies from Energy-Rich Region Traders were concerned that a conflict between Iran…
Korde Abdullah in Lagos The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has lauded the Ogun II Area Command for achieving a 40% increase in revenue, describing it as a notable contribution to national development. During a working visit to the Command Headquarters in Abeokuta on Wednesday, Adeniyi praised the leadership of Customs Area Controller, Comptroller…
The Federal Government (FG) has warned that the escalating hostilities between Iran and Israel pose a significant threat to global peace, economic stability, and civilian safety, urging immediate international intervention. In a statement, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, expressed deep concern over the ongoing cycle of missile and drone attacks between the two…
Airline Operators of Nigeria, AON, on Friday, expressed dismay over the conduct of former Edo State governor, Adams Oshiomhole, at the Murtala Muhammed Airport in Lagos, saying it is unacceptable and another example of the growing trend of unruly passenger behaviour experienced by domestic carriers. Spokesperson for the AON, Professor Obiora Okonkwo, also expressed sadness…
Some of Nigeria’s most revered statesmen, media icons, public figures, and political leaders gathered to celebrate legendary journalist and publisher, Sam Amuka, as he marked his 90th birthday in Lagos, with tributes pouring in for his contributions to journalism and national development. Leading the roll call of dignitaries were Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka; veteran…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Halima Buba, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of SunTrust Bank Ltd, and Innocent Mbagwu, Executive Director and Chief Compliance Officer, before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja. According to the EFCC’s official X handle on Friday, the…
