In a significant move toward constitutional reform, the House of Representatives has officially announced dates for a nationwide public hearing on the ongoing constitutional review process.Taking to its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, Nigerian Stories reported that the House has set a structured timeline for the much-anticipated consultations, which will give citizens across Nigeria anContinueContinue reading ““JUST IN: House of Reps Unveils Timeline for Nationwide Constitution Review Hearings Across Nigeria””
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“Back to Our Roots”: Saint Lucia Senate President Celebrates Ancestral Ties with Nigeria During Tinubu’s Historic Visit
In a moving and symbolic address, the President of the Saint Lucian Senate, Alvina Reynolds, has declared that many Saint Lucians can trace their ancestral roots back to Nigeria, underscoring the enduring cultural and spiritual bond between the Caribbean nation and West Africa.Reynolds made the remarks on Monday while officially welcoming Nigeria’s President, Bola AhmedContinueContinue reading ““Back to Our Roots”: Saint Lucia Senate President Celebrates Ancestral Ties with Nigeria During Tinubu’s Historic Visit”
JUST IN: Governor Yusuf Releases N2 Billion for Rebuilding Kano’s Burnt GSM Market
In a swift and commendable response to the devastating fire that gutted the popular GSM market in Kano, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved a staggering N2 billion for the immediate reconstruction of the commercial hub.The announcement was made on the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, drawing widespread attention and applause fromContinueContinue reading “JUST IN: Governor Yusuf Releases N2 Billion for Rebuilding Kano’s Burnt GSM Market”
Empowering the Grassroots: Quality Education, Entrepreneurship, and Rural Development Are Our Top Priorities — AMTF Director, Abdulhamid Tukur
By USMAN UMAR | Pioneer Newspaper In this exclusive interview, The Pioneer Newspaper speaks with Abdulhamid Tukur, the visionary founder and Executive Director of the Abdulhamid M. Tukur Foundation (AMTF). Tukur shares the inspiration behind AMTF, the foundation’s mission to empower the underserved, and a call to action for all Nigerians to join in buildingContinueContinue reading “Empowering the Grassroots: Quality Education, Entrepreneurship, and Rural Development Are Our Top Priorities — AMTF Director, Abdulhamid Tukur”
A Saint Among Us: Remembering the Humble Legacy of Pope Francis
Pope Francis, revered as one of the most humble and compassionate pontiffs in modern history, will be deeply missed by millions around the world. His passing marks the end of an era defined by humility, radical simplicity, and a profound commitment to humanity. May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace.Throughout his papacy, Pope FrancisContinueContinue reading “A Saint Among Us: Remembering the Humble Legacy of Pope Francis”
Outrage to Resolution: Jimeta Residents And YEDC Sign Power Supply Agreement After Fierce Protest
By Usman Umar Frustrated by years of erratic electricity, residents of the Shinko community in Jimeta, Yola North Local Government Area of Adamawa State, stormed the premises of the Jimeta Business Unit of the Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC) this week in a bold protest against what they described as the company’s epileptic power supply.ContinueContinue reading “Outrage to Resolution: Jimeta Residents And YEDC Sign Power Supply Agreement After Fierce Protest”
Drama in Church: Man Nabbed With Firearm During Sunday Service in Plateau State
In a shocking twist that disrupted a quiet Sunday morning worship, operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Plateau State apprehended a man allegedly in possession of a firearm within the premises of a church in Bokkos Local Government Area.The dramatic arrest occurred at approximately 8:30 a.m., just as congregants wereContinueContinue reading “Drama in Church: Man Nabbed With Firearm During Sunday Service in Plateau State”
“Bishop Kukah’s Fiery Easter Message to Tinubu: Free Nigerians From the Cross of Hunger, Insecurity, and Despair”
In a passionate and stirring Easter message, the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Most Rev. Matthew Hassan Kukah, issued a heartfelt plea to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging him to take decisive action to rescue Nigerians from the crippling burden of insecurity, hunger, and suffering.Drawing a powerful parallel between the agony of Christ on theContinueContinue reading ““Bishop Kukah’s Fiery Easter Message to Tinubu: Free Nigerians From the Cross of Hunger, Insecurity, and Despair””
“Hope Rekindled: Petrol Price May Drop Below N400/Litre as Global Crude Oil Prices Plummet – Refinery Owners”
Nigerians may soon breathe a sigh of relief at the fuel pumps, as the Crude Oil Refinery Owners Association of Nigeria (CORAN) has hinted at a significant drop in the price of petrol—possibly falling below N400 per litre—amid the ongoing crash in global crude oil prices.In a recent update shared on its official X (formerlyContinueContinue reading ““Hope Rekindled: Petrol Price May Drop Below N400/Litre as Global Crude Oil Prices Plummet – Refinery Owners””
U.S. Mission Intensifies Scrutiny of Edo Governorship Appeal Amid Allegations of Electoral Irregularities
The United States Mission in Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to democratic integrity, announcing that it is closely monitoring the appeal process of the controversial Edo State governorship election. This comes in response to growing concerns from civil society organisations and election observers over alleged irregularities during the polls—particularly lapses in the collation of results.TheContinueContinue reading “U.S. Mission Intensifies Scrutiny of Edo Governorship Appeal Amid Allegations of Electoral Irregularities”
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