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At least 11 people were killed and four others injured in a car accident in Gwargwaje, Zaria local government area, Kaduna State on Friday. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Sector Commander in the state, Kabir Nadabo, confirmed the incident to journalists in Kaduna. He said: “The accident involving a truck with registration number BAU 142 XA and a Golf …

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, on Saturday, expressed concern over potential attempts to hamper the progress of the Dangote Refinery, a major private sector initiative poised to meet Nigeria’s energy and foreign exchange needs. In a statement issued via his X account, Atiku drew an analogy between raising children and investing in a project, stressing the importance of prioritizing their …

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State has demanded an investigation into the alleged diversion of rice and other relief items donated by the Federal Government to the state by some government officials. The party also demanded the prosecution of those likely to be charged by an independent inquiry. The APC chairman in the state, Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas, who …

The Frontline Group of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), an intra-party pressure group, on Saturday urged the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) to dissolve the party’s interim committee in Kogi State. The group made the call in a statement jointly signed by its President, Alhaji Hussein Mohammed, Secretary, Mr. Moses Abidemi, and Publicity Secretary, Mr. Dan Okafor, in Abuja. He …

The Ogun State Government said on Saturday that the invitation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to its officials was not linked to a petition allegedly filed by the former Chairman of Ijebu East Local Government, Wale Adedayo. The commission on Tuesday questioned five Ogun State government officials at its zonal office in Ibadan, Oyo State. It is …

The Lagos State Government has reduced the blue line mass transit fares by 25 per cent. However, discounts will be available to passengers travelling during off-peak periods, namely 10.00am and 4.00pm daily. In a statement released by the country’s Ministry of Information and Strategy on Saturday, the government revealed that the Blue Line will increase its number of trips from …

Kidnapped former member of parliament Joan Onyemaechi has regained his freedom. The former lawmaker was kidnapped by gunmen in his church compound in Asaba, Delta State, on July 30. The state police spokesman, Bright Edafe, confirmed the news to journalists on Saturday in Asaba. READ ALSO: Gunmen reportedly kidnap students in Delta He said Onyemaechi was freed by the kidnappers …

Edo State Government’s U-turn on Federal Rice Palliative: A Controversial Story Edo State Government’s U-turn on Federal Rice Palliative: A Controversial Story In a surprising turn of events, the Edo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Chris Nehikhare, has retracted his initial denial that he received trucks of rice from the Federal Government. This comes after the Minister of State …

Abia State Governor Alex Otti said on Friday night that the state government will soon extend the retirement age for nurses to 65 years in the state. The current retirement age for nurses in the state is 60. Otti, who disclosed this in Umuahia during his monthly interactive session with journalists at the Government House in Umuahia, said the move …

Edo 2024: Breaking the Cycle of Selfish Leadership For two decades, Edo State has been held hostage by a small circle of selfish aristocrats, who have prioritized their own interests over the welfare of the people. This oppressive cycle must end. Senator Monday Okpebholo, a humble product of the downtrodden, offers a transformative program that resonates with the Edo people. …