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The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has strongly condemned the closure of Badeggi FM in Niger State by Governor Mohammed Umar Bago, describing it as not only a suppression of press freedom but an affront on democracy. NHRC’s Executive Secretary, Dr Tony Ojukwu SAN, said the Governor’s decision to shut down the radio station without […]
VitalSwap, a global financial technology platform, has introduced a new fintech platform designed to eliminate long-standing payment restrictions for African freelancers, remote workers, and digital entrepreneurs. Founder and chief executive officer of VitalSwap, Akinsola Jegede, who disclosed this in a press statement, said the platform, which recently secured operational licensing, is already being hailed as […]
What was supposed to be a simple update has become a digital nightmare for thousands of Nigerians applying for positions in the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Fire Service (FFS), Nigeria Immigration Service ( NIS) and Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS). This is because, in what applicants have described as “a bitter slap […]
The Minister for Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has defended the proposed N712 billion for the renovation of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos project. The clarification followed widespread criticism over the proposed amount for the project which some have said to be outrageous. Keyamo noted that the renovation was necessary to modernise […]
The lawmaker representing Bauchi South Senatorial District, Senator Shehu Buba Umar has flagged off the distribution of 7 trucks of free fertilizer to farmers and the rollout of a vaccination campaign targeting over 85,000 livestock in his constituency. Speaking on Sunday during the flag-off of the fertilizer distribution in Bauchi, Senator Buba said the initiative […]
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the Niger State governor, Umar Bago to reverse his decision to strip Badeggi FM radio station of its license, or face legal action. SERAP also requested that the Governor reinstate the radio station’s license, withdraw his threat to demolish its premises, and […]
Popular Nigerian filmmaker and television producer, Kayode Peters has been buried in Canada amid tears and tributes. Peters was buried on Saturday, August 2, 2025, following a funeral service attended by close family members and friends. A video circulating on social media showed mourners at the interment as the late filmmaker’s body was lowered into […]
Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Otu has flagged off the construction of a 10-kilometre Ndok Junction-Mbube-Okubushuyu road in Ogoja local government area of the state. The road project was in line with the Governor Otu administration’s commitment to ensuring statewide connectivity through viable road network. At the flag-off ceremony on Saturday at Ekumtak-Mbube, Governor […]
Operatives of Rapid Response Unit of the Bayelsa State Police Command have recovered the body of missing real estate executive, Richard Ekpeboh from a forest between New NDDC Road and Otuokpoti in Ogbia local government area of the state. Police said Ekpeboh was shot in the head in what appeared to be an execution, while […]
Success Ossai Ogaga, popularly known as Dremzee, is emerging as a powerful voice in Nigeria’s Afrobeat scene, captivating listeners with his infectious sound and inspiring story. Hailing from Ughelli in Delta State, the young artist is gaining national attention with his hit singles ‘Panadol’ and ‘Hustle Anthem’ (featuring Skulkydice), both produced by the acclaimed Mhizta […]
