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”
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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”
Tragic Loss: Pregnant Woman Dies After Hospital Denies Treatment Over ₦500,000 Deposit
A tragic and heart-wrenching incident has sparked widespread outrage after a pregnant woman in labor lost her life due to an alleged refusal of treatment at a private hospital over her inability to pay a ₦500,000 deposit.The devastating ordeal, which was initially shared on Instagram in February by her grieving husband, Akinbobola Folajimi, recently resurfacedContinueContinue reading “Tragic Loss: Pregnant Woman Dies After Hospital Denies Treatment Over ₦500,000 Deposit”
BREAKING: President Tinubu Reshuffles NNPCL Leadership, Appoints Bayo Ojulari as CEO
In a decisive move aimed at reshaping Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reconstituted the board of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), dismissing Group Chief Executive Officer Mele Kyari and Board Chairman Chief Pius Akinyelure. This sweeping overhaul extends to all board members appointed alongside Kyari and Akinyelure inContinueContinue reading “BREAKING: President Tinubu Reshuffles NNPCL Leadership, Appoints Bayo Ojulari as CEO”
ECOWAS Rift Deepens: Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger Impose 0.5% Levy on Nigerian and Regional Imports
In a bold move signaling deepening economic tensions within West Africa, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have jointly introduced a 0.5% levy on all imported goods from ECOWAS member states, including Nigeria.The announcement was made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, sparking immediate reactions across the region. This policy shift comes amid ongoingContinueContinue reading “ECOWAS Rift Deepens: Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger Impose 0.5% Levy on Nigerian and Regional Imports”
Tragic Loss: Former Nigerian Boxing Champion Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju Dies After Collapsing in Ghanaian Bout
In a heartbreaking turn of events, former Nigerian National and West African light-heavyweight boxing champion, Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, has tragically passed away.The Nigerian pugilist collapsed in the ring during a boxing match in Ghana on Saturday, marking a devastating end to a career that once brought him accolades and respect in the boxing world.The newsContinueContinue reading “Tragic Loss: Former Nigerian Boxing Champion Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju Dies After Collapsing in Ghanaian Bout”
Outrage as Chinese Businessman Orders Shooting of Nigerian Immigration Officer—Tinubu’s Minister Vows Justice
In a shocking and brazen act of violence, a Chinese businessman allegedly ordered his security guard to shoot a Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) officer while on official duty at a Chinese-owned company in Abuja. The attack, which has sparked national outrage, has been condemned by the Nigerian government as an assault on the country’s sovereignty.ContinueContinue reading “Outrage as Chinese Businessman Orders Shooting of Nigerian Immigration Officer—Tinubu’s Minister Vows Justice”
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