UNICAL Scandal: Forensic Expert Testifies, Says No Nude Photos Found on Suspended Professor’s Phone

In a dramatic turn of events, a forensic analyst has told a Federal High Court in Abuja that no nude photographs were found in the mobile phones belonging to Prof. Cyril Ndifon, the suspended Dean of the Faculty of Law, University of Calabar (UNICAL). The revelation was made on Thursday by CSP Babagana Mingali, aContinueContinue reading “UNICAL Scandal: Forensic Expert Testifies, Says No Nude Photos Found on Suspended Professor’s Phone”

Dangote Group Invests $700 Million to End Sugar Importation, Boosts Nigeria’s Economic Diversification

Vanguard Newspaper has reported via its official X handle that the Dangote Group has invested over $700 million in sugar production as part of its strategic move to eliminate Nigeria’s dependence on raw sugar imports.Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, made this revelation on Wednesday in Abeokuta, Ogun State, during the ‘Dangote Special Day’ atContinueContinue reading “Dangote Group Invests $700 Million to End Sugar Importation, Boosts Nigeria’s Economic Diversification”

Lagos Speakership Tussle: CHSR Urges Obasa to Accept Ouster, Back Meranda’s Leadership

The Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR) has called on former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, to accept his removal in good faith and refrain from any attempts to reclaim the position he held for nearly a decade.Obasa was removed as Speaker on Monday, January 13, 2025, following aContinueContinue reading “Lagos Speakership Tussle: CHSR Urges Obasa to Accept Ouster, Back Meranda’s Leadership”

NAHCON Secures 52,000 Hajj Spaces Ahead of Saudi Deadline, Ensuring Seamless Pilgrimage for Nigerians

In a significant milestone for the 2025 Hajj preparations, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has successfully secured accommodations at Masha’ir, meeting the crucial February 14 deadline set by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah.Announcing the development on its official X handle, Vanguard Newspaper reported that NAHCON has confirmed full payment for 26,287ContinueContinue reading “NAHCON Secures 52,000 Hajj Spaces Ahead of Saudi Deadline, Ensuring Seamless Pilgrimage for Nigerians”

Akpabio Faults Single Payment System, Calls for Urgent Reform to Boost Economic Growth

In a bold legislative move, the Nigerian Senate has criticized the continued implementation of the Single Treasury Payment System, describing it as a major impediment to the nation’s economic progress.Senate President Godswill Akpabio, speaking during Thursday’s plenary session, strongly condemned the centralized payment policy, arguing that it has created bureaucratic bottlenecks that stifle government efficiencyContinueContinue reading “Akpabio Faults Single Payment System, Calls for Urgent Reform to Boost Economic Growth”

MTN Apologises for 200% Data Price Hike, Calls It a ‘Mistake’

Subscribers Lament Sudden Tariff Increase Amid NCC’s Recent 50% Cap Approval Telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria has tendered an apology to its subscribers following a sudden and controversial 200% increase in the price of its 15GB data plan. The company’s unexpected price adjustment, which far exceeded the Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) recently approved 50% tariff cap,ContinueContinue reading “MTN Apologises for 200% Data Price Hike, Calls It a ‘Mistake’”

Obafemi Awolowo: The Visionary Leader Who Led by Example in Education

Education has always been the cornerstone of national development, and few Nigerian leaders understood this better than Chief Obafemi Awolowo. Renowned for his unwavering commitment to education, Awolowo made history by introducing free education in Western Nigeria—a bold policy that transformed countless lives and set a precedent for educational advancement in the country.In a testamentContinueContinue reading “Obafemi Awolowo: The Visionary Leader Who Led by Example in Education”

FG Approves Recruitment of 150 Medical Personnel to Boost Healthcare in Correctional Centres

The Federal Government has taken a significant step toward improving healthcare in Nigeria’s correctional facilities by approving the employment of 50 doctors and 100 nurses.The announcement was made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, highlighting the government’s commitment to addressing the medical needs of inmates across the country. This move comes amid growingContinueContinue reading “FG Approves Recruitment of 150 Medical Personnel to Boost Healthcare in Correctional Centres”

Rage and Fire: Furious Residents Torch Emir’s Palace in Zamfara Over Terror Attacks, Security Failures

In a dramatic display of frustration and defiance, angry residents of Maru in Zamfara State set fire to the palace of their traditional ruler, the Emir of Maru, following another deadly terrorist attack and the perceived failure of security agencies to protect them.The unrest erupted on Thursday after security operatives violently dispersed a peaceful protestContinueContinue reading “Rage and Fire: Furious Residents Torch Emir’s Palace in Zamfara Over Terror Attacks, Security Failures”

Osun State Government Distributes Condoms, Urges Safe Sex Ahead of Valentine’s Day

In a proactive move to promote sexual health and curb the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), the Osun State Government has commenced the distribution of condoms across the state while advising residents to engage in safe sex practices, particularly during Valentine’s Day.The announcement was made via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of NigerianContinueContinue reading “Osun State Government Distributes Condoms, Urges Safe Sex Ahead of Valentine’s Day”