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Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu Signs N3.37 Trillion 2025 Budget into Law

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has signed the 2025 Appropriation Bill of N3.37 trillion into law, setting the stage for the state's fiscal year.

General Yakubu Gowon Pays Tribute to Late U.S President Jimmy Carter

Former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, has paid glowing tributes to the late former U.S President, Jimmy Carter, for his pivotal role in eradicating Guinea worm disease in Nigeria and across Africa.

Lagos Court Assumes Jurisdiction in Fraud Case Against Ex-CBN Governor, Emefiele

The Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja has ruled that it has jurisdiction to hear allegations of corruption, gratification, and fraudulent receipt of property leveled against the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele.

FG Reaffirms Plans for National Air Carrier, Airport Upgrades

The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that the long-anticipated national air carrier will commence operations soon. This pledge was made by the newly appointed Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Abubakar Kana, during a handover ceremony organized by the ministry.

Six Soldiers Killed as Troops Repel ISWAP Attack on Military Base in Borno

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed the loss of six soldiers during a raid by fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) on a military base in Sabon Gari, Damboa Local Government Area, Borno State.

Senate to Suspend Plenary for Two Weeks, Targets January 31 for 2025 Budget Passage

As both chambers of the National Assembly begin deliberations on the ₦49.7 trillion 2025 budget at the committee level this week, the Senate announced...

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy Faces Trial Over Alleged Libyan Campaign Financing

Former French President, Nicolas Sarkozy, is facing trial on allegations of accepting illegal campaign financing from the late Libyan dictator Moamer Kadhafi during his 2007 presidential campaign. The trial, which began on Monday in Paris, marks another chapter in the 69-year-old politician’s series of legal troubles since leaving office in 2012.

Germany Launches Online Visa Portal for Nigerian Skilled Workers

Germany has launched a new online platform aimed at streamlining the visa application process for Nigerians aspiring to work, study, or reunite with family...

Governor Umo Eno Congratulates Nathaniel Bassey on Invitation to Minister at Donald Trump’s Inaugural Prayer Breakfast

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has extended heartfelt congratulations to globally celebrated gospel music minister, Pastor Nathaniel Bassey, on his invitation to minister at the Presidential Inaugural Prayer Breakfast of the 47th President-Elect of the United States, Donald J. Trump.

Anambra Police Launch Manhunt for Killers of Native Doctor’s Three Sons

The Anambra State Police Command has initiated a manhunt for the murderers of three children belonging to a native doctor in Nise, Awka South...

Troops Neutralize Terrorist Kingpin in Zamfara, Recover Weapons

Troops of 1 Brigade, Sector 2 Joint Task Force North West, under Operation Fansan Yamma, have neutralized a notorious terrorist kingpin, Sani Rusu, during...

Osun Police Arrest Man for Allegedly Stabbing Bishop to Death

The Osun State Police Command has arrested a 43-year-old man, Wale Ogunsanmi, for allegedly stabbing Bishop Shina Olaribigbe, the leader of Rapture Empowerment International, to death in Osogbo.

Chinese Foreign Minister to Visit Nigeria, Three Other African Nations

Nigeria is set to host Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and the Chinese Foreign Minister, during his African tour this month.

Drunk Zambian Police Officer Frees 13 Suspects on New Year’s Eve

In a bizarre incident, a police detective in Zambia freed 13 detainees from custody on New Year’s Eve to let them celebrate the holiday.

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