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In a candid interview with Arise TV, former Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi, shared his perspective on Nigerians seeking opportunities abroad, stating that he often discourages them from leaving the country. Amaechi emphasized that while foreign countries may offer typical nine-to-five...

In a recent viral press briefing, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, lauds Igbo forebearers as the pioneers and heroes behind the development of modern Lagos. This statement comes in response to the controversial comments by the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, regarding the...

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that, beginning February 2024, passengers arriving in the country will no longer engage with immigration personnel at international airports. The revelation was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, during the unveiling of the newly...

A viral video depicting the large entourage accompanying Nigerian politician Bola Tinubu at the COP 28 conference in Dubai has sparked outrage on Twitter. Many Nigerians are expressing frustration, noting that while other nations showcase efforts to reduce emissions at a climate summit, the All...

The Supreme Court ordered the continued coexistence of both old and new Naira notes—specifically the N200, N500, and N1000 denominations—until further notice. The apex court's seven-man panel, led by Justice Inyang Okoro, issued the ruling in response to a Federal Government application seeking...

Nigeria's Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, revealed that the automation of passport applications is on the brink of completion, with a remarkable 99% readiness. The anticipated launch is slated for the upcoming week, signaling a transformative shift in the passport application...

President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the Senate's approval for a substantial loan totaling $8.6 billion and €100 million. The proposal, outlined in a letter read during Tuesday's plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, is part of the federal government's 2022-2024 external...

Rhoda Jatau, a healthcare worker from Bauchi State, faces an extended period of incarceration, now surpassing 18 months, after her no-case submission was dismissed by a High Court in Bauchi on Monday. Jatau's arrest in May 2020 by the State Security Service stemmed from her condemnation of the...

In a disturbing incident caught on camera, a Nigerian man has confessed to assault, coercion, and rape, triggering widespread outrage. The video has sparked intense reactions across Nigeria, with many expressing hope that justice prevails for the victims.

Big Brother Naija star Tacha Akide found herself at the center of a social media storm after she discreetly removed a fan's hand from her waist during a photo session at an event. The incident, caught on video, triggered a cascade of reactions from online communities. While some users like...

In a groundbreaking report, various campaign groups reveal that sub-Saharan Africa is, in fact, a net creditor to the rest of the world, with over $41 billion leaving the continent. Despite $161 billion flowing in through loans, remittances, and aid, an alarming $203 billion exits Africa. This...

Image Credit: C. S. Goldsmith and A. Balish In a routine flu screening test at a GP surgery in North Yorkshire, health officials have identified the first case of the A(H1N2)v infection in a human. The individual, who fully recovered from a mild illness with respiratory symptoms, has no known...

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on the World Bank to suspend loans to Nigeria's 36 states, citing allegations of widespread mismanagement of public funds, including loans from the institution. In a letter dated November 25, 2023, SERAP urged World Bank...

Aliyu Abdulhameed, the former Managing Director of the Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending (NIRSAL), has been apprehended almost a year after his dismissal. Daily Trust's exclusive report reveals that Abdulhameed's arrest comes in the aftermath of a high-stakes...

Briefing newsmen at the end of the FEC meeting held at the Council Chambers of the State House, Abuja, Aviation and Aerospace Development Minister, Festus Keyamo, highlighted several reasons why the suspended Nigeria Air project conceived by the administration of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari...

In a recent move to address the challenges faced by passengers during security checks, Nigeria's Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved N3.23 billion for the procurement of advanced baggage scanners at five major international airports. Aviation and Aerospace Development Minister, Festus...

433 out of 836 foreign-trained medical graduates faced a setback as they failed the qualifying examination organized by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). The examination, held at the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, featured a Computer Based Test format and included centers such...

In a horrifying incident, at least 150 individuals, including women and children, were abducted, and one person killed in a coordinated attack by gunmen on four villages in Zamfara State. The assailants, on dozens of motorcycles, stormed Mutunji, Kwanar-Dutse, Sabon-Garin Mahuta, and Unguwar...

Former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega, has called for a swift review of the appointments of ten Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs), one month after their confirmation by the Senate. The controversy surrounding the appointments, nominated...

The corpse of Umar Ibrahim, a missing Fulani leader and Ciroma of Kumbun district in Plateau state, has been discovered in an abandoned well in Jokom community, Mangu town. The spokesperson for Operation Safe Haven, Captain Oya James, confirmed the incident. Gan Allah Fulani Development...