The National Council of State on Thursday approved the appointment of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) from Kogi State as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), officially confirming SaharaReporters’ earlier exclusive report.The approval came during a high-level meeting presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja,ContinueContinue reading “BREAKING: Council of State Approves Amupitan as New INEC Chairman”
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BREAKING: Speaker Abbas Declares Full Support for Tinubu’s Borrowing Plan, Says It’s Key to Growth and Poverty Reduction
In a bold declaration that could reshape the tone of Nigeria’s economic discourse, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has thrown the full weight of the Green Chamber behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s borrowing strategy.According to a post shared on Nigerian Stories’ official X handle, the Speaker stressed that borrowingContinueContinue reading “BREAKING: Speaker Abbas Declares Full Support for Tinubu’s Borrowing Plan, Says It’s Key to Growth and Poverty Reduction”
BREAKING: Federal Government Introduces Chinese Language Into New Secondary School Curriculum
In a landmark move aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s global competitiveness, the Federal Government has officially approved the inclusion of the Chinese language (Mandarin) in the national curriculum for senior secondary schools.The announcement, made via the government’s official X (formerly Twitter) handle, confirmed that the subject will now be taught alongside existing foreign languages in schoolsContinueContinue reading “BREAKING: Federal Government Introduces Chinese Language Into New Secondary School Curriculum”
BREAKING WORLD NEWS: Russia Unveils Groundbreaking Cancer Vaccine, To Be Offered Free For All Patients
In what experts are calling a revolutionary stride in global healthcare, Russia has officially announced that its long-awaited cancer vaccine is now ready for clinical use.According to Russian health authorities, the breakthrough vaccine—hailed as a medical game-changer—will be administered free of charge to all patients, marking a bold commitment to public health and scientific advancement.TheContinueContinue reading “BREAKING WORLD NEWS: Russia Unveils Groundbreaking Cancer Vaccine, To Be Offered Free For All Patients”
BREAKING: Shockwaves in Abuja as FCT Pioneer Head of Service, Grace Adayilo, Passes On
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) was plunged into mourning on Monday following the sudden death of its pioneering Head of Civil Service, Mrs. Grace Adayilo, who reportedly passed away in the early hours of September 1, 2025.Her demise was confirmed to our correspondent by her Special Assistant on Media, Anthony Odey, in a terse messageContinueContinue reading “BREAKING: Shockwaves in Abuja as FCT Pioneer Head of Service, Grace Adayilo, Passes On”
Lagos Police on Red Alert Over April 7 Nationwide Protest, Orders Massive Deployment to Thwart ‘Anti-Government’ Uprising
The Lagos State Police Command has raised the alarm over an impending nationwide protest slated for April 7, 2025, issuing a sweeping security directive to all area commanders and tactical units across the state.According to an intelligence circular obtained by SaharaReporters and signed by Deputy Commissioner of Police, Tijani O. Fatai, the Command is respondingContinueContinue reading “Lagos Police on Red Alert Over April 7 Nationwide Protest, Orders Massive Deployment to Thwart ‘Anti-Government’ Uprising”
Minister of Works, David Umahi, Urges Cement Manufacturers to Slash Prices Amid Rising Construction Costs
In a bold move to tackle the soaring cost of construction materials in Nigeria, the Minister of Works, David Umahi, has appealed to cement manufacturers to reduce the price of cement from ₦9,500 to ₦7,000.Umahi’s appeal, which was made public through Nigerian Stories on its official X handle, underscores the federal government’s growing concern overContinueContinue reading “Minister of Works, David Umahi, Urges Cement Manufacturers to Slash Prices Amid Rising Construction Costs”
Diplomatic Tensions: Canada Breaks Silence on Visa Denial to Nigeria’s Defence Chief, Senior Officials
Sahara Reporters has taken to its official X handle to announce that the Canadian High Commission in Nigeria has finally broken its silence over reports of visa denials to senior Nigerian officials, including the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa. However, while the High Commission acknowledged the media reports, it carefully avoided mentioningContinueContinue reading “Diplomatic Tensions: Canada Breaks Silence on Visa Denial to Nigeria’s Defence Chief, Senior Officials”
Tinubu Reshuffles Leadership in Federal Universities, Renames UNIAbuja to Yakubu Gowon University
In a sweeping move to restructure the leadership of federal universities, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sacked the Vice-Chancellors of the University of Abuja and the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), while making high-profile appointments to key positions.One of the most notable changes is the renaming of the University of Abuja to Yakubu Gowon University,ContinueContinue reading “Tinubu Reshuffles Leadership in Federal Universities, Renames UNIAbuja to Yakubu Gowon University”
Outrage as Police Spokesperson Adejobi Orders Arrest of Twitter User Over ‘Mocking’ Comment on Kidnapped Retired AIG’s Wife
The Nigeria Police Force has come under intense scrutiny following the arrest and detention of a social media user, Charles Uche Ihedioha, over his online comment regarding the abduction of Folasade Odumosu, wife of retired Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Hakeem Odumosu.The controversial arrest was reportedly carried out on the orders of Force Public Relations Officer,ContinueContinue reading “Outrage as Police Spokesperson Adejobi Orders Arrest of Twitter User Over ‘Mocking’ Comment on Kidnapped Retired AIG’s Wife”
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