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Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, immediately sacked the state’s Head of Service, Abdullahi Musa. The decision was revealed in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Tofa, on Tuesday. According to the statement, the move is part of the government’s broader efforts to reform and strengthen the country’s civil service system to ensure greater efficiency and accountability. “This …

Security officials in Calabar, Cross River State, on Monday cordoned off the scheduled venue for the inauguration of the Membership Registration, Mobilization and Revalidation Committee set up by the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The police action comes amid internal strife within the party, as its leadership insists that there are attempts by individuals outside its recognized structures to take control …

The Ogun State chapter of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has called on Christian leaders in the state to support the emergence of a Muslim as governor in 2027, citing fairness, equity and the need to restore religious balance in political leadership. In a statement on Wednesday, signed by MURIC Ogun State Chairman, Ustadh Tajudeen Jimoh Alao, and Secretary, Ambassador …

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has pledged to address erosion challenges and complete an abandoned road project in Abaji area council. He also announced the empowerment of traditional rulers in the nation’s capital, Abuja. Wike made the pledges on Tuesday during an thanksgiving visit to Abaji on behalf of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, following the council’s overwhelming support for …

Seven-time African champions, and Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, will today (Wednesday) face Colombia as they begin their campaign in the FIBA ​​Women’s Basketball World Cup Qualifying Tournament. Although Nigeria has secured a spot in the 2026 FIBA ​​Women’s Basketball World Cup after winning the 2025 AfroBasket Women’s title, Nigeria will have a tough five-game schedule in the tournament …

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced new basic standards for automated anti-money laundering solutions for deposit banks and other financial institutions. Deposit Money Banks now have 18 months to fully comply, while other financial institutions have 24 months starting March 10, 2026, to meet the requirements. The new directive was announced in a circular dated March 10, 2026 …

Elon Musk is the richest individual on record, with an estimated wealth of $839 billion, Forbes said on Tuesday, while a record 3,428 billionaires worldwide saw their combined fortunes reach an all-time high of $20.1 trillion. Musk topped Forbes’ list of the world’s billionaires for the second year in a row after his fortune swelled by about $500 billion over …

At least six people died in a bus fire in Switzerland, which was allegedly started by a man inside the vehicle, according to police reports and local media. Police said the fire broke out in Kerzers, a town in the western region of Friborg, at around 6.25pm ​​on Tuesday. The victims have not been identified. Five people were injured, including …

Amid the distant sounds of bombs and gunfire, we heard church bells ringing on the outskirts of Beirut. Then we saw a large group of people gathered, all dressed in black. They had to come to the Maronite place of worship, the Sacred Heart church, to commemorate the death of a man named Sami Ghafari. The 66-year-old man was killed …

IWD 2026: NHRC retains Bwari town hall, urges action on women’s rights and justice The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) organized a town hall awareness program in Bwari, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), to commemorate International Women’s Day 2026, calling for stronger action to protect and promote the rights of women and girls. Speaking at the event, the Executive Secretary of …