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In a dramatic raid that underscores the strict enforcement of Shari’a law in Kano State, the Hisbah Board has arrested a couple for solemnizing their marriage at a restaurant without parental consent. The incident, which took place at Banana Restaurant on Zoo Road, has sparked fresh debates over the growing influence of the Hisbah CorpsContinueContinue reading “Kano Hisbah Cracks Down on ‘Illegal’ Wedding at Restaurant, Arrests Couple”

Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has reaffirmed his commitment to fostering global partnerships that will accelerate sustainable development in the state. Taking to his official X handle, the governor announced that he recently held a “productive meeting” with officials of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Maiduguri, where he advocated for a strongerContinueContinue reading “Governor Fintiri Seeks Stronger UNDP Collaboration to Drive Sustainable Development in Adamawa”

Nigeria’s business environment continues to face daunting challenges, as revealed by a recent survey conducted by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). According to the report, which was shared by Nigerian Stories on its official X handle, businesses across the country grappled with several constraints in December 2024, with high bank charges, poor infrastructure, anContinueContinue reading “CBN Survey Reveals Top Business Constraints in Nigeria: High Bank Charges, Insecurity, and Economic Woes”

Nigeria’s energy sector is set for a major boost as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and BUA Group have announced plans to construct mini gas plants in Kogi State.The development was disclosed through the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, signaling a strategic collaboration between the state-owned oil giant and the leading industrialContinueContinue reading “NNPC, BUA to Establish Mini Gas Plants in Kogi State to Boost Energy Supply”

Renowned human rights activist and former Senator, Shehu Sani, has sounded the alarm over the escalating crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), warning that the country is on the brink of full-scale turmoil.Taking to his official X handle, Sani lamented the deteriorating security situation as the M23 armed rebels continue their aggressive advance,ContinueContinue reading “Shehu Sani Raises Alarm Over Congo Crisis, Warns of ‘Another Sudan’ Scenario”

The Northern chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has remained noncommittal on whether it would support another Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket in the 2027 general elections, despite its past opposition to the controversial pairing.In the build-up to the 2023 elections, Christian leaders across Nigeria vehemently rejected the All Progressives Congress (APC) decision to fieldContinueContinue reading “2027 Elections: After Praising Tinubu, Northern CAN Chairman Evades Question on Muslim-Muslim Ticket”

In a decisive move aimed at reforming the state’s revenue system, the Kogi State Government has officially banned the daily collection of levies by transport unions across the state.The announcement was made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, sparking widespread reactions from stakeholders in the transportation sector. The government’s decision is seen asContinueContinue reading “Kogi State Government Bans Daily Revenue Collection by Transport Unions”

In a major economic breakthrough, the Federal Government of Nigeria has successfully cleared the outstanding $7 billion foreign exchange (FX) backlog, marking a significant step toward stabilizing the nation’s financial landscape.The announcement was made via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, sparking widespread reactions across financial and business sectors. This development isContinueContinue reading “Federal Government Clears $7 Billion Forex Backlog, Restores Confidence in Nigerian Economy”

A storm of controversy has erupted over the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) recent auction of seized vehicles, with Nigerian social media users alleging that the process was rigged to favour select individuals.Sahara Reporters, through its official X handle, amplified the outrage, reporting that Nigerians have accused the anti-graft agency of manipulating the biddingContinueContinue reading “EFCC Car Auction Rigged? Nigerian Tweeps Accuse Anti-Graft Agency of Manipulating Bidding Process”

In a significant political development, the leadership of the National Assembly is set to engage President Bola Tinubu on the urgent need for a national population census in 2025. This was announced via Nigerian Stories’ official X handle, sparking renewed debates on Nigeria’s long-overdue headcount. Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, has been operating on outdatedContinueContinue reading “National Assembly Moves to Push Tinubu for 2025 National Census”