The Federal Government has refuted claims that President Bola Tinubu’s political appointments favor the South-West, describing the allegations as baseless and misleading. The accusations, which have stirred public debate, were raised by critics who argue that the president’s appointments do not reflect Nigeria’s ethnic and regional diversity. Among them is Senator Ali Ndume …
FCTA To Landowners: Develop Within Two Years Or Forfeit Land
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has introduced a series of land administration reforms, including a new law that mandates the revocation of undeveloped plots two years after the issuance of Rights of Occupancy. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Friday, the Director of …
Verydarkman Vows To Support Tell Your Papa Banned Protest Song
Controversial activist VeryDarkMan has pledged to sponsor the video shoot for the protest song Tell Your Papa, which was recently banned by the Nigerian government. The Federal Government, through the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), banned the song on Thursday, labeling it inappropriate and offensive. Ironically, the ban has brought significant attention to the song, which …
New Visa Requirements Announced By U.S. Embassy In Nigeria
The United States Embassy in Nigeria has introduced updated requirements for visa applicants at its Abuja and Lagos offices, effective from Tuesday, April 22, 2025. This announcement comes amidst evolving bilateral relations between Nigeria and the United States, following President Donald Trump’s recent tariff hike on Nigerian imports. According to the U.S. Mission in Nigeria, …
Rivers Women Begin ‘Bring Back Our Gov. Protest In Port Harcourt
On Friday, women in Rivers State staged a protest against the declaration of a state of emergency in the region. Led by Nancy Chidi Nwankwo, the protesters described the emergency rule as a politically motivated move aimed at undermining democracy. They argued that the situation in the state posed no genuine threat to national security …
Atiku, El-Rufai, Others Pay Courtesy Visit To Buhari In Kaduna
Former People’s Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, and former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal, were among the prominent figures who visited former President Muhammadu Buhari at his residence in Kaduna. Also in attendance, include former Minister of Communications Isa Pantami, ex-Imo …
Nigeria Secures $12.1 Million Grant For Abuja Startup Hub
Nigeria has received a $12.1 million grant from the Japanese government to establish a startup hub in Abuja, aiming to transform the capital into a vibrant center for technology and innovation. The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) announced the agreement on Thursday during a signing ceremony at the Federal Ministry of …
Group Warns Of Rising Terrorist Presence In South-West
A prominent NGO, the Majeóbajé Community Development Initiative, has raised concerns about the growing presence of terrorists and bandits in Nigeria’s South-West region. In a statement released in Ibadan by its Chairman and Secretary, Akintayo Akin-Deko and Ayo Oyerinde, the group warned that the worsening insecurity in the North …
Lagos Clears Illegal Buildings On Lekki Coastal Road
The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development (MWID), has intensified enforcement at the Okunde Bluewater Scheme along Lekki Coastal Road, targeting illegal occupants and makeshift structures. Friday’s operation, led by Commissioner Ekundayo Alebiosu, focused on dismantling newly erected shanties in the area. Alebiosu explained that the exercise …
Kano Blasphemy Laws Violate Human Rights- Ecowas Court
The Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has ruled that Kano State’s blasphemy laws breach international human rights obligations. The case, brought by the Incorporated Trustees of Expression Now Human Rights Initiative, challenged sections of Kano’s Penal and Sharia Penal Codes, citing human …