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Kano State Government Releases 2024 Senior Secondary Qualifying Examination Results and Announces Free Exam Sponsorship for Indigent Students

By Ifunanya / May 10, 2025

In a significant move to boost education in the state, the Kano State Government has released the results of the […]

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Kebbi PDP Senators meet Tinubu, set to decamp to APC — Daily Nigerian

APC Expects Three PDP Senators from Kebbi to Defect to Ruling Party

By Ifunanya / May 10, 2025

In a significant development in Nigerian politics, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, announced […]

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NGOs genuinely serving public good should have no concerns regarding profiling - Integrity Group

Kano State Government Bans Live Political Radio Programs Amid Press Freedom Concerns

By Ifunanya / May 10, 2025

A contentious directive from the Kano State government has sparked a heated debate between journalists and media executives in the […]

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Too many political parties spoil governance, says Ganduje — Daily Nigerian

APC Chairman Ganduje Welcomes Defecting Senators Amid Talk of One Party System

By Ifunanya / May 10, 2025

In a notable statement, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Ganduje, has expressed that operating a […]

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Stock market sheds N313bn — Daily Nigerian

Nigerian Stock Market Closes Bearish as Key Indicators Drop 0.46 Percent

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

The Nigerian stock market ended the week on a downward trend, with key performance indicators experiencing a decline of 0.46%. […]

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Endurance, ex-Niger Delta agitator, denies involvement in killing of Gov. Diri’s in-law — Daily Nigerian

Ex Militant Leader Denies Involvement in Murder of Bayelsa Governor’s In Law

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

A former Niger Delta agitator, Endurance Amagbein, has publicly disassociated himself from the alleged killers of Governor Douye Diri’s in-law, […]

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Biafra: Simon Ekpa will soon be extradited to Nigeria - FG witness tells court

Nigeria Not Seeking Extradition of Biafra Agitator Simon Ekpa from Finland

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

A recent statement from the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice in Nigeria has […]

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Abuja Int'l Conference Center first project to be inaugurated by Tinubu -- Wike — Daily Nigerian

Abuja International Conference Centre to be Inaugurated by President Tinubu as Part of Second Anniversary Celebrations

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

In a significant development, the Abuja International Conference Centre, a landmark facility in Nigeria’s capital, is set to be inaugurated […]

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State visit: Anambra Govt expresses excitement over Tinubu's promises

Anambra State Government Welcomes Promises Made by President Tinubu During State Visit

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

Nigeria’s Anambra State is abuzz with excitement following a recent visit from President Bola Tinubu, who made several key promises […]

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Missing South African journalist and partner confirmed dead

Bodies of Missing South African Journalist and Partner Found in Limpopo Province

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

Tragedy has struck in South Africa, where the remains of a missing journalist and his partner have been found in […]

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No going back on deadline for CBT in WAEC, NECO exams -- Alausa — Daily Nigerian

Nigeria Aims to Digitize National Examinations by 2027 to Combat Fraud

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

In a significant move to modernize Nigeria’s education sector, the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has announced plans to […]

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Lagos LG poll: Afenifere calls for violence-free election

Afenifere Group Calls for Peaceful Lagos Local Government Election Amid Growing Tensions

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

As the July 12 Lagos State Local Government Election approaches, a prominent group, Afenifere Innovative Group, has issued a timely […]

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Shettima in Imo to inaugurate first flight to Saudi Arabia — Daily Nigerian

Vice President Shettima Inaugurates First Flight of Nigerian Pilgrims for 2025 Hajj Operation

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

In a significant milestone for Nigeria’s aviation and religious sectors, Vice President Kashim Shettima recently inaugurated the first flight of […]

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NHRC receives 124 complaints on rights violation in Kano

NHRC Receives 124 Human Rights Violation Complaints in Two Months

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

A recent report from the National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, has shed light on a concerning trend in human rights […]

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Mali’s military government suspends all political activities

Mali Suspends All Political Activities Amid Pro-Democracy Protests and Election Delays

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

Mali’s military government has taken a drastic step by suspending all political activities across the country indefinitely. The decree, signed […]

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Zamfara govt returns 3,000 rustled animals to rightful owners — Daily Nigerian

Zamfara Government Returns 3000 Rustled Animals to Owners in 15 Months

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

In a significant move to restore hope and prosperity to its citizens, the Zamfara Government has successfully returned 3,000 rustled […]

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Nigerian man faces life imprisonment over sextortion linked to teen’s death

Nigerian Man Pleads Guilty to Sextortion Scheme Linked to Teenager’s Death, Faces Life Imprisonment

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

A devastating case of sextortion has led to the guilty plea of a 27-year-old Nigerian national, Imoleayo Aina, in the […]

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Over 100 vultures dead after eating poisoned elephant in South Africa

124 Vultures Poisoned in Kruger National Park After Feasting on Toxic Elephant Carcass

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

In a devastating turn of events, at least 124 vultures perished in South Africa’s renowned Kruger National Park after consuming […]

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Zamfara Govt returns 3,000 rustled animals to rightful owners

Zamfara State Government Returns 3000 Recovered Rustled Animals to Owners in 15 Months

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

In a significant milestone, the Zamfara State Government has successfully returned 3,000 rustled animals to their rightful owners over the […]

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Tinubu commits to South-East development — Daily Nigerian

Tinubu Vows to Integrate South East into Federal Government’s Economic Development Plan

By Ifunanya / May 9, 2025

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to developing the country’s South-East region, with a particular focus on Anambra […]

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