The Nigerian national grid collapsed for the first time in 2025, causing a widespread blackout across the country. Learn about the power outage, TCN’s response, and restoration efforts. The Nigerian national power grid has experienced its first collapse of 2025, resulting in a nationwide blackout affecting both households and industries. This incident occurred within the […]
Two men have died after falling into a diesel reservoir in Lagos. LASEMA confirmed the accident, emphasizing the need for improved safety measures. Two men tragically lost their lives after falling into a diesel reservoir in the Oregun area of Lagos State. The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, […]
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Nigeria Congratulates Lebanon’s Newly Elected President, Joseph Aoun The Federal Government of Nigeria has extended its congratulations to Lebanon’s newly elected President, Joseph Aoun, after his significant victory in the Lebanese parliament. Aoun secured 99 votes in the 128-member parliament, successfully ending a leadership void that had left Lebanon without a president since October 2022. […]
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The Joint National Assembly Committee on Solid Minerals has firmly rejected the proposed N9 billion capital allocation for the mining sector in the 2025 budget. Lawmakers argue that the figure is grossly inadequate to transform solid minerals into a pillar of economic diversification. During the budget defense on Friday, the Chairman of the Joint Senate […]
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A devastating fire broke out in the Surulere area of Lagos, destroying several makeshift shanty structures. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed the incident, emphasizing that no lives were lost. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, the Permanent Secretary of LASEMA, revealed in a public statement that the fire occurred early Saturday morning. Emergency calls were received […]
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Prominent social commentator Reno Omokri has criticized former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate Peter Obi for focusing his remarks about insecurity on the North and Southwest while seemingly ignoring the Southeast. In a recent post on his official X account, Omokri highlighted that the Southeast recorded the highest kidnapping incidents for ransom in 2024, yet […]
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Massive Food Supply Boost as Nigeria Imports Rice Under Duty-Free Policy Nigeria has received a significant shipment of brown rice aimed at reducing soaring food costs affecting consumers. A 32,000-ton consignment, the first of its kind in a decade, recently arrived in Lagos. This delivery, facilitated by logistics company DUCAT, originated from Thailand and was […]
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A serious accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway left 11 injured after a Mazda bus, Mack truck, and Toyota Hiace collided. Learn more about the incident. A serious road accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, specifically around the Interchange section, left 11 individuals injured on Saturday. The Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE) confirmed the […]
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Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has dismissed a circulating list of commissioner nominees and other appointees as fake, emphasizing that those included have already disqualified themselves from consideration. He revealed plans to submit the official list of new commissioners to the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly next week for approval, as part […]
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The Decline of Nigeria’s Education System Due to Poor Funding and Corruption In the 1990s, Kene Obiora graduated as one of the top six students from a leading university in Southern Nigeria. Inspired by his academic success, he enrolled for a master’s degree, hoping to complete it within 18 months. However, five years later, his […]
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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced the suspension of banks extending export proceeds on behalf of exporters. In a circular released by Dr. W.J. Kanya, the Acting Director of Trade and Exchange Department, the decision aligns with provisions outlined in Memorandum 10A (23a) and Memorandum 10B (20a) of the Foreign Exchange Manual, Revised […]
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The US Supreme Court has rejected Donald Trump’s request to delay sentencing in his hush-money case. Learn more about the court’s decision and Trump’s reaction. The US Supreme Court has turned down President-elect Donald Trump’s urgent attempt to delay his sentencing in the criminal hush-money case scheduled for Friday. Trump had requested the highest court […]
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Meet Mama Theresa, a bold female tricycle rider in Ilorin breaking barriers and inspiring women in a male-dominated profession. Read her inspiring journey today. Mama Theresa: The Bold Female Tricycle Rider Redefining the Roads of Ilorin In Ilorin, Kwara State, one remarkable woman defies stereotypes daily. Mrs. Theresa Wunbalni, popularly known as “Mama Theresa,” is […]
