The Bishop of Yola Catholic Diocese, Most Rev. Stephen Dami Mamza, has categorically refuted claims that Taledo Damian, the recently arrested kidnapper of two Catholic priests, was ever a mass server or cleric within the diocese.Addressing a press conference in Yola, Bishop Mamza dismissed the widespread misinformation surrounding Damian’s identity, emphasizing that while the suspectContinueContinue reading “Arrested Kidnapper of Catholic Priests Was Never a Mass Server or Cleric – Bishop Mamza”
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Arewa Forum Condemns Attacks on Northern Truck Drivers in South-East, Demands Justice and Compensation
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has strongly condemned the relentless attacks on truck drivers transporting goods from the North to the South-East, allegedly perpetrated by criminal groups. In a strongly worded statement released on Tuesday, the forum’s National Publicity Secretary, Prof. Tukur Muhammad-Baba, described the assaults as “vicious and unprovoked,” warning that the escalating violenceContinueContinue reading “Arewa Forum Condemns Attacks on Northern Truck Drivers in South-East, Demands Justice and Compensation”
Oil Price Decline to $73.5 Per Barrel Jeopardizes Nigeria’s 2025 Budget Revenue Target
Nigeria’s 2025 budget revenue projections face a serious threat as the price of Bonny Light crude oil has slumped to $73.53 per barrel, a 10.6% decline from $84.02 per barrel recorded on January 15. This dip raises concerns about the Federal Government’s ability to meet its ambitious revenue target, which heavily relies on oil earnings.TheContinueContinue reading “Oil Price Decline to $73.5 Per Barrel Jeopardizes Nigeria’s 2025 Budget Revenue Target”
Breaking: Police Service Commission Appoints Six New Deputy Inspectors General
In a significant move to bolster the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force, the Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the appointment of six Deputy Inspectors General of Police (DIGs).The announcement was made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, signaling a major reshuffle at the top ranks of the force. This development isContinueContinue reading “Breaking: Police Service Commission Appoints Six New Deputy Inspectors General”
TERROR UNCHECKED: ENUGU WOMEN STAGE MASS PROTEST OVER RAPE, KILLINGS BY SUSPECTED HERDSMEN, ACCUSE SECURITY AGENCIES OF COMPLICITY
The women of Eha-Ohala in Isi-Uzo Local Government Area of Enugu State have taken to the streets in a desperate cry for justice, staging a massive protest against the relentless wave of terror unleashed upon their communities by armed men suspected to be Fulani herdsmen.With tears in their eyes and anguish in their voices, theContinueContinue reading “TERROR UNCHECKED: ENUGU WOMEN STAGE MASS PROTEST OVER RAPE, KILLINGS BY SUSPECTED HERDSMEN, ACCUSE SECURITY AGENCIES OF COMPLICITY”
LG Autonomy: Government Agencies Brainstorm as Direct Payment Faces Major Setback
Amid rising concerns over the full implementation of local government autonomy in Nigeria, key government agencies have convened high-level discussions to address the recent setback in the direct payment of funds to local councils.The move comes after several challenges emerged, threatening the smooth execution of the policy aimed at granting local governments financial independence fromContinueContinue reading “LG Autonomy: Government Agencies Brainstorm as Direct Payment Faces Major Setback”
CAN Threatens Legal Action Over School Closures for Ramadan in Northern States
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has issued a strong condemnation of the decision by the governments of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi States to shut down both public and private schools for five weeks in observance of Ramadan. The association has warned that it may take legal action if the directive is not reversed,ContinueContinue reading “CAN Threatens Legal Action Over School Closures for Ramadan in Northern States”
Ramadan and Fairness: Reps Member Warns Traders Against Price Hikes, Urges Kindness
As the holy month of Ramadan begins, Abdullahi Aliyu, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Interior, has called on grocery traders across Nigeria to refrain from exploiting consumers by inflating the prices of essential food items.In a statement released by his Special Assistant on Media, Sardauna Francis, Aliyu condemned the practice of arbitraryContinueContinue reading “Ramadan and Fairness: Reps Member Warns Traders Against Price Hikes, Urges Kindness”
Tinubu Declares Drop in Food Prices, Offers Relief to Nigerians Amid Economic Struggles
In a significant announcement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has claimed that food prices across Nigeria have declined, bringing much-needed relief to citizens, particularly those observing fasting.Taking to its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, Nigerian Stories shared Tinubu’s statement, in which he expressed optimism about the economic situation and reassured Nigerians that his administration is makingContinueContinue reading “Tinubu Declares Drop in Food Prices, Offers Relief to Nigerians Amid Economic Struggles”
Fintiri Flags Off N474M Relief Fund for 2024 Flood Victims, Urges Early Relocation
In a bold humanitarian gesture, Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has launched a N474 million relief package to assist victims of the devastating 2024 floods. Taking to his official X handle, Governor Fintiri announced the commencement of financial aid distribution, providing N250,000 to each of the 1,896 worst-hit households across Numan, Lamurde, Demsa, Michika,ContinueContinue reading “Fintiri Flags Off N474M Relief Fund for 2024 Flood Victims, Urges Early Relocation”
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