Kidnappings and the Emergence of Crowdfunding for Ransom in Nigeria
The surge in killings, banditry, and kidnappings in Nigeria has paved the way for a distressing trend – the emergence […]
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U.S. Urges Nigeria to Tackle Corruption and Improve Investment Climate
The United States Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken, has called on Nigeria to address issues such as corruption and challenges
Nigeria Set to Face Off Against Cameroon in AFCON Round of 16
The eagerly anticipated clash between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon is on the horizon
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Turmoil in Plateau State Assembly as Speaker Recognizes Only Eight Lawmakers
The Plateau State House of Assembly is embroiled in a tumultuous situation as Speaker Gabriel Dewan asserts that he has
FAAC Allocates N1.1 Trillion Revenue to Nigerian Federal, State, and Local Governments in December 2023
In a significant financial distribution, the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has divided N1.127 trillion of federal revenue among the
Peace Accord Signed as Jigawa Gears Up for Federal Constituency Rerun Election
In preparation for the upcoming rerun election in the Buji/Birnin Kudu Federal Constituency, political parties in Jigawa State came together
Deadly Assault Ravages Plateau Community Amid Escalating Insecurity
A horrific onslaught has left scores feared dead and homes in ruins in Mangu LGA of Plateau State. The community
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken Champions Sustainable Solutions for Africa’s Food Security
In a significant event held at the AfricaRice Headquarters in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, US Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken
Devastating Fire Destroys N150m Worth of Properties in Yobe GSM Market
A fierce inferno ravaged the GSM market, known as “Kasuwar Jagwal,” in Damaturu, Yobe, resulting in the destruction of properties
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US-Nigeria Partnership: Fostering Prosperity and Global Collaboration
In a groundbreaking diplomatic move, U.S. Secretary of State, Antony J. Blinken, is set to embark on a pivotal visit
FUT Minna Celebrates 187 First-Class Graduates in Record-Breaking Convocation
In a momentous occasion, the Federal University of Technology (FUT) Minna is set to hold its 31st and 32nd convocation
Egypt’s el-Sisi says Cairo will not allow any threat to Somalia
El-Sisi’s comments come amid dispute between Somalia and Ethiopia over the latter’s deal with Somaliland. Jan 21, 2024 Egypt’s President