Following an alert of a highly pathogenic avian Influenza (H5N1) outbreak in poultry, commonly known as bird flu, in Kano state, the World Health Organization ( WHO) has stepped up its support to the Government of Nigeria to prevent transmission of the virus to humans. While the virus spreads rapidly among birds, it also has […]
In a major blow to organized crime, 12 different Nigerian law enforcement agencies, supported by INTERPOL and AFRIPOL, have launched a sweeping operation that has resulted in the arrests of 36 individuals and seizures worth USD 3 million. The operation (23-27 September 2024) brought together Nigerian authorities for a first-of-its-kind inter-agency initiative. Nigerian law enforcement agencies […]
A tragic fire outbreak at an Islamic school in northern Nigeria has claimed the lives of at least 17 children, authorities have confirmed. The incident occurred on Tuesday night in Kauran Namoda, Zamfara State, leaving several other pupils injured. The victims, aged between 10 and 16, were asleep when the blaze tore through the school. […]
The Justice Department announced on January 10 that the United States entered into an agreement to transfer approximately $52.88 million in forfeited assets to the Federal Republic of Nigeria in recognition of Nigeria’s assistance to the department in an investigation into corruption in the Nigerian oil industry. “This agreement recognizes the close law enforcement relationship […]
Four days into the 2024 African Military Games, Nigeria is dominating the medal table with an impressive haul of 15 medals. Athletes from military establishments across Africa are competing in nearly 20 sports, including athletics, football, basketball, golf, judo, shooting, volleyball, cycling, handball, and boxing. Nigeria’s Armed Forces have been particularly successful in wrestling, securing […]
In a move set to strengthen Nigeria’s industrial and economic landscape, NNPC Gas Marketing Limited (NGML), a subsidiary of Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd., has formalized a Gas Sale and Purchase Agreement (GSPA) with Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE. The 10-year agreement, signed at Dangote Group’s corporate office in Falomo, Lagos, outlines plans […]
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested Salisu Mustapha, the owner of three dogs reportedly responsible for the tragic mauling death of a security man at Pinnock Estate, Ilasan, Lekki, on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. The dogs have been confiscated pending the outcome of a discreet investigation into the fatal incident, according to Public Relations […]
President Bola Tinubu has directed the immediate release of all minors charged in recent cost-of-living protests, ending weeks of public outrage over their detention. Announced by the Minister of Information, the order affects young protesters aged 14 to 17 who were facing charges including treason, property destruction, public disturbance, and mutiny. On Friday, some of […]
Ghana is exploring a shift from European to Nigerian sources for its petroleum imports, aiming to reduce the approximately $400 million spent monthly on importing fuel. According to Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr. Mustapha Abdul Hamid, the move would involve sourcing from Nigeria’s Dangote Oil Refinery, which, once operational, is […]
Nigerian legislator Hon. Alexander Ikwegh, who represents the Aba North and South Federal Constituency in Abia State, is facing serious allegations after reportedly assaulting a Bolt driver, Mr. Stephen Abuwatseya, during a delivery dispute in Abuja. The incident, which took place on October 27, 2024, at a residence on Zamfara Crescent in Maitama, escalated when […]
