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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially withdrawn the arrest warrant issued against Ezekiel Thankgod Onyedikachukwu, the former manager of celebrated Nigerian gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. Onyedikachukwu was previously accused of involvement in the alleged misappropriation of $345,000, a case that has stirred public attention due to the high-profile individuals involved.The arrest warrantContinueContinue reading “EFCC Withdraws Arrest Warrant Against Former Manager of Gospel Star Mercy Chinwo Amid $345,000 Fraud Allegations”

In a groundbreaking move to safeguard the health and well-being of its citizens, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, has announced Nigeria’s plans to establish a national policy on cosmetics.The announcement, shared via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, underscores the government’s commitment to regulating the cosmeticsContinueContinue reading “Enhancing Beauty, Ensuring Safety: Nigeria Set to Develop National Policy on Cosmetics”

In a bold clarification of budget priorities, Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has shed light on the ₦8 billion allocation for his ministry in the 2025 national budget. The minister stated that the funds would be dedicated to advocacy, education, public enlightenment, and the deployment of advanced technology to safeguard the nation’s power infrastructure.TheContinueContinue reading “Powering Progress: Minister Adelabu Justifies ₦8 Billion Allocation for Advocacy and Infrastructure Protection”

In a new wave of economic uncertainty, Nigeria’s national debt has skyrocketed to an unprecedented ₦142.3 trillion, leaving every citizen theoretically burdened with an average debt of ₦700,000.The alarming revelation, shared via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, has sparked widespread concern among citizens and analysts alike. According to data from the Debt ManagementContinueContinue reading “Burdened by Billions: Average Nigerian Now Owes ₦700K as National Debt Balloons to ₦142 Trillion”

In a groundbreaking move to improve the welfare of healthcare professionals, Nigerian Stories has announced via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle that the Federal Government is set to construct 10,000 housing units exclusively for healthcare workers across the country.This bold initiative comes as part of the government’s broader strategy to address the pressing challengesContinueContinue reading ““Federal Government Unveils Ambitious Plan: 10,000 Housing Units for Healthcare Workers””

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”