Taraba Government House Renamed ‘T.Y. Danjuma House’ in Honor of Distinguished General

In a significant gesture of appreciation, the Taraba State Government has immortalized one of Nigeria’s most revered figures, General T.Y. Danjuma [rtd.], by renaming the Taraba State Government House as the T.Y. Danjuma House. Governor Agbu Kefas took to his official X (formerly Twitter) handle to announce the Taraba State House of Assembly’s decision, emphasizingContinueContinue reading “Taraba Government House Renamed ‘T.Y. Danjuma House’ in Honor of Distinguished General”

“The 1961 Referendum: How Northern and Southern Cameroons Decided Their Fate”

In a remarkable moment in African history, the future of Northern and Southern Cameroons was decided through a referendum held on February 11 and 12, 1961. The question at stake was whether these regions, under British administration at the time, would merge with neighboring Nigeria or the Republic of Cameroon.The people of Southern Cameroons overwhelminglyContinueContinue reading ““The 1961 Referendum: How Northern and Southern Cameroons Decided Their Fate””

“Lagos Police Command Returns N1 Million Extorted from NYSC Members, Officers Face Disciplinary Action”

In a significant move underscoring the Lagos State Police Command’s commitment to accountability, the sum of N1 million extorted from three National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members by four police officers in Surulere has been returned to the victims. The news was announced on the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, sparking widespreadContinueContinue reading ““Lagos Police Command Returns N1 Million Extorted from NYSC Members, Officers Face Disciplinary Action””

“Federal Government Bans Use of Monotherapy Drugs in Malaria Treatment to Combat Resistance”

In a bold move to strengthen public health measures and curb the rising threat of drug-resistant malaria, the Federal Government of Nigeria has officially banned the use of monotherapy drugs for malaria treatment. The announcement was made via the Nigerian Stories platform on X (formerly Twitter), stating that drugs such as Artesunate, Artemether injection, Chloroquine,ContinueContinue reading ““Federal Government Bans Use of Monotherapy Drugs in Malaria Treatment to Combat Resistance””

PDP Rallies Rivers State Citizens for October 5 Local Government Elections

…Cautions Police Against Derailing Democratic Process The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has issued a clarion call to the people of Rivers State, urging them to rise and exercise their constitutional right by voting in the upcoming Local Government Area elections slated for Saturday, October 5, 2024. In a strongly worded statement shared on its officialContinueContinue reading “PDP Rallies Rivers State Citizens for October 5 Local Government Elections”

“Governor Siminalayi Fubara Lashes Out at Police Over Property Dispute, Vows to Stand Firm”

In a bold and fiery statement, Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has expressed his frustration with the Nigerian Police, particularly the Inspector General, in what appears to be a brewing confrontation over his property rights. The Governor’s remarks were shared on Premium Times’ official X (formerly Twitter) handle, shedding light on a dispute that hasContinueContinue reading ““Governor Siminalayi Fubara Lashes Out at Police Over Property Dispute, Vows to Stand Firm””

FBI Requests EFCC Arrest of Two Nigerians Over $13 Million Healthcare Scam Targeting U.S. Providers

In a shocking development, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has reached out to Nigeria’s foremost anti-graft agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), seeking the arrest of two Nigerians, Shodiya Babatunde and Yinka Ahmed. The duo is accused of orchestrating an elaborate $13 million scam targeting American healthcare providers through the use ofContinueContinue reading “FBI Requests EFCC Arrest of Two Nigerians Over $13 Million Healthcare Scam Targeting U.S. Providers”

Atiku Abubakar Mourns Victims of Niger State Boat Tragedy, Commends Rescuers’ Brave Efforts

Former Vice President of Nigeria, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, Wazirin Adamawa, has expressed deep sorrow over the devastating boat disaster that claimed numerous lives in the Mokwa region of Niger State on Tuesday night. Taking to his official X handle, the statesman conveyed his heartfelt condolences and solidarity with the victims, their families, and the peopleContinueContinue reading “Atiku Abubakar Mourns Victims of Niger State Boat Tragedy, Commends Rescuers’ Brave Efforts”

“Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, Promises Drastic Reduction in Electricity Costs for Nigerians”

In a significant development for millions of Nigerians, the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced that the nation will soon experience a substantial decrease in electricity tariffs. The minister, in a statement shared via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, assured citizens that their electricity bills will drop noticeably in theContinueContinue reading ““Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, Promises Drastic Reduction in Electricity Costs for Nigerians””

“President Tinubu Approves N150,000 Federal Grant for Enugu State Business Owners”

In a bold move to stimulate economic growth and provide much-needed support to small and medium enterprises (SMEs), President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the allocation of a federal government grant of N150,000 to each registered business owner in Enugu State. The announcement, which was made through the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of NigerianContinueContinue reading ““President Tinubu Approves N150,000 Federal Grant for Enugu State Business Owners””