In a dramatic turn of events, a forensic analyst has told a Federal High Court in Abuja that no nude photographs were found in the mobile phones belonging to Prof. Cyril Ndifon, the suspended Dean of the Faculty of Law, University of Calabar (UNICAL). The revelation was made on Thursday by CSP Babagana Mingali, aContinueContinue reading “UNICAL Scandal: Forensic Expert Testifies, Says No Nude Photos Found on Suspended Professor’s Phone”
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Dangote Group Invests $700 Million to End Sugar Importation, Boosts Nigeria’s Economic Diversification
Vanguard Newspaper has reported via its official X handle that the Dangote Group has invested over $700 million in sugar production as part of its strategic move to eliminate Nigeria’s dependence on raw sugar imports.Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, made this revelation on Wednesday in Abeokuta, Ogun State, during the ‘Dangote Special Day’ atContinueContinue reading “Dangote Group Invests $700 Million to End Sugar Importation, Boosts Nigeria’s Economic Diversification”
MTN Apologises for 200% Data Price Hike, Calls It a ‘Mistake’
Subscribers Lament Sudden Tariff Increase Amid NCC’s Recent 50% Cap Approval Telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria has tendered an apology to its subscribers following a sudden and controversial 200% increase in the price of its 15GB data plan. The company’s unexpected price adjustment, which far exceeded the Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) recently approved 50% tariff cap,ContinueContinue reading “MTN Apologises for 200% Data Price Hike, Calls It a ‘Mistake’”
Canadian Embassy Denies Visas to Nigeria’s Defence Chief and Top Military Officers
In a shocking diplomatic development, the Canadian Embassy in Nigeria has reportedly denied visa applications for Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Christopher Musa and several senior military officers. The denial, which was made ahead of an official engagement, has raised serious concerns about the relationship between both nations, particularly in matters of security andContinueContinue reading “Canadian Embassy Denies Visas to Nigeria’s Defence Chief and Top Military Officers”
Chaos in the Skies: Three Air Peace Passengers Arrested for Unruly Behavior on London-Lagos Flight
Security operatives at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, have arrested three unruly passengers aboard an Air Peace flight from London after they disrupted the flight with disorderly conduct.According to Vanguard Newspaper, which reported the incident on its official X handle, the drama unfolded mid-flight when two individuals—identified as Adedigba Adewale and Ashibogu Magnus—abandoned theirContinueContinue reading “Chaos in the Skies: Three Air Peace Passengers Arrested for Unruly Behavior on London-Lagos Flight”
First Lady Applauds DSS on Gender Balance, Reaffirms Commitment to Women’s Empowerment
In a resounding endorsement of gender inclusivity in leadership, Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has lauded the Department of State Services (DSS) for its conscious efforts in promoting women to key leadership positions. She reiterated her unwavering commitment to empowering women and ensuring their active participation in governance.Speaking at the Presidential Villa in AbujaContinueContinue reading “First Lady Applauds DSS on Gender Balance, Reaffirms Commitment to Women’s Empowerment”
Wike Inspects Key FCT Infrastructure Projects, Expresses Satisfaction with Progress
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring the timely and high-quality completion of critical infrastructure projects in Abuja.Taking to his official X handle, Wike announced that he personally inspected ongoing construction works to assess their progress and compliance with set standards.The projects inspected include:The bridge andContinueContinue reading “Wike Inspects Key FCT Infrastructure Projects, Expresses Satisfaction with Progress”
“I Will Never Be Silenced!” – Ex-NHIS Boss Usman Yusuf Vows to Resist Tinubu’s ‘Dictatorial’ Rule Amid N90 Million Fraud Trial
Former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), Prof. Usman Yusuf, has declared that he will never be intimidated into silence by what he describes as President Bola Tinubu’s dictatorial and autocratic leadership. Yusuf, currently standing trial for alleged N90 million fraud, claims that the government is using security agencies to track andContinueContinue reading ““I Will Never Be Silenced!” – Ex-NHIS Boss Usman Yusuf Vows to Resist Tinubu’s ‘Dictatorial’ Rule Amid N90 Million Fraud Trial”
Bribery Scandal Rocks Nasarawa Police: Officers Summoned Over Release of Murder Suspect
The Nasarawa State Police Command is embroiled in a bribery scandal following allegations that officers at the Aso A Police Station released a murder suspect after collecting a bribe. The State Commissioner of Police, Shetima Jauro Mohammed, has summoned the officers implicated in the scandal for questioning. The controversy stems from the killing of aContinueContinue reading “Bribery Scandal Rocks Nasarawa Police: Officers Summoned Over Release of Murder Suspect”
18 Federal Directors Fail Permanent Secretary Exams, Fall Below 50% Cutoff
In a surprising shake-up within Nigeria’s civil service, 18 federal directors have failed to meet the required benchmark in the highly competitive Permanent Secretary qualifying examination. Out of 29 senior officials who sat for the test, only 11 managed to score above the 50% threshold, securing their place in the next stage of the selectionContinueContinue reading “18 Federal Directors Fail Permanent Secretary Exams, Fall Below 50% Cutoff”
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