Category Archives: FEATURE NEWS

Nigerian socialite and self-acclaimed “Barbie,” Idris Okuneye, better known as Bobrisky, has once again sparked conversations on social media with a bold declaration in response to former United States President Donald Trump’s controversial gender policy.Taking to Punch Newspaper’s official X handle, Bobrisky defiantly stated, “I am now a woman,” in reaction to Trump’s recent executiveContinueContinue reading ““Bobrisky Fires Back at Trump’s Gender Policy: ‘I Am Now a Woman’””

In a significant diplomatic and security milestone, the United Kingdom has reiterated its commitment to Nigeria’s fight against terrorism and insurgency in the North-East. Renowned security analyst and counterinsurgency expert Zagazola Makama broke the news on his official X handle, emphasizing the renewed vigour in the UK-Nigeria defence partnership.During a working visit to Nigeria, theContinueContinue reading “UK Reaffirms Robust Defence Ties with Nigeria, Commits to Strengthening Counter-Insurgency Efforts”

In a startling revelation, the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has disclosed that over 5,000 Nigerian women are currently stranded in Iraq after being deceptively sent there as caregivers. This alarming development was confirmed via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, sparking widespread outrage and concern over the plight of these women.ContinueContinue reading “Over 5,000 Nigerian Women Stranded in Iraq: NiDCOM Raises Alarm Over Humanitarian Crisis”

In a controversial move raising alarm among civil rights advocates, operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have reportedly raided multiple FM radio stations in Kano State in a bid to locate journalists and organisers connected to a press conference held by families of victims of police brutality. The crackdown has sent shockwaves throughContinueContinue reading “DSS Storms Kano FM Stations, Hunts for #EndBadGovernance Organisers and Victims’ Families”

Sahara Reporters, via its official X handle, has shed light on a petition filed by the Igbo National Council (INC) Worldwide to the Nigerian Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa. The petition highlights rampant extortion and humiliation faced by road users at 90 military and Joint Task Force checkpoints scattered across the five statesContinueContinue reading “Igbo Council Petitions Defence Chief Over Rampant Extortion, Humiliation at Southeast Military Checkpoints”

In a bold call for accountability and certainty in family dynamics, the Managing Director of DNA-Harley and Rainbow Specialized Laboratory, Dr. Ademolu Owoyele, has proposed the implementation of mandatory DNA paternity testing as part of Nigeria’s birth registration process. This suggestion comes amid growing concerns over paternity fraud in the country, an issue that hasContinueContinue reading ““Paternity Truth: Expert Advocates Mandatory DNA Testing at Birth to Combat Rising Fraud Cases””

In a significant development poised to strengthen Nigeria’s energy sector, the Federal Government, through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), has approved the construction of a state-of-the-art 10,000-barrel refinery in Delta State. The announcement was made on the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, marking a milestone in the nation’s quest forContinueContinue reading “Federal Government Approves Construction of 10,000-Barrel Refinery in Delta State”

In a strategic move to enhance Nigeria’s trade infrastructure and spur economic growth, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of Inland Dry Ports (IDPs) in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, and Moniya, Oyo State. The announcement was made through Nigerian Stories’ official X handle, sparking widespread discussions about the economic potential of these projects.This landmarkContinueContinue reading “Tinubu Boosts Trade and Development with Approval of Inland Dry Ports in Ogun and Oyo States”

In a bid to address critical issues affecting Rivers State and the oil-rich Ogoniland, The Punch Newspaper has taken to it’s official X handle and announced that, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held a high-profile closed-door meeting at the State House on Monday. The meeting brought together prominent political figures, traditional leaders, and key stakeholders fromContinueContinue reading “Tinubu Hosts Wike, Fubara, and Ogoni Leaders in High-Stakes Closed-Door Meeting”

In a significant step towards advancing technological and vocational education, the Nigerian Government has approved the establishment of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Federal Polytechnic in Gwarinpa, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. This monumental decision aligns with the Federal Government’s commitment to equipping the nation’s youth with the skills needed to thrive in an innovation-driven economy.TheContinueContinue reading “Breaking Ground: Nigerian Government Approves Bola Ahmed Tinubu Federal Polytechnic in Abuja, Tasks Wike with Site Proposals”