In a bold move to bridge the digital divide, the Adamawa State Government is set to link all 21 local government areas (LGAs) with high-speed internet, ensuring seamless connectivity for schools, public offices, and essential institutions.The initiative, driven in collaboration with the Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT), marks a significant step towards digital transformation in theContinue reading "Adamawa to Revolutionize Digital Access: State to Connect All LGAs to High-Speed Internet, Empowers Youth in Tech"
Fury from Above: NAF Airstrikes Decimate Bandit Stronghold in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama In a decisive blow against terrorism, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), under Operation Fansa Yanma, has neutralized scores of bandits in a high-precision airstrike targeting the stronghold of notorious bandit kingpin Yusuf Yellow in Tsafe Local Government Area, Zamfara State.A senior security source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, described the operationContinue reading "Fury from Above: NAF Airstrikes Decimate Bandit Stronghold in Zamfara"
Rivers Crisis: Governor Fubara Challenges Supreme Court Ruling, Insists Defected Lawmakers’ Fate Remains Unsettled
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has maintained a defiant stance despite the Supreme Court's ruling ordering the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) to withhold funds from the state government. The judgment, which further escalated the political turmoil in the oil-rich state, comes amid the controversy surrounding the defection of 27 lawmakers from the Peoples DemocraticContinue reading "Rivers Crisis: Governor Fubara Challenges Supreme Court Ruling, Insists Defected Lawmakers’ Fate Remains Unsettled"
Soludo’s Bold War on Crime: Uprooting Fake Pastors, ‘Juju’ Men, and Restoring Anambra’s Glory
Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has declared an all-out war on the root causes of insecurity in the state, targeting fake pastors and fraudulent native doctors whom he accuses of luring the youth into crime with false promises of wealth and protection. According to Soludo, his administration is no longer just chasing criminals butContinue reading "Soludo’s Bold War on Crime: Uprooting Fake Pastors, ‘Juju’ Men, and Restoring Anambra’s Glory"
Inferno Engulfs Sokoto’s Kara Market, Reducing Grain Stores to Ashes
A devastating fire erupted in the early hours of Saturday at Sokoto State’s renowned Kara Market, consuming numerous grain stores and shops in its wake. The blaze, which spread rapidly across the marketplace, left traders and residents in a frantic scramble to salvage their belongings as firefighters battled to contain the raging flames.According to eyewitnessContinue reading "Inferno Engulfs Sokoto’s Kara Market, Reducing Grain Stores to Ashes"
Supreme Court Verdict: Wike Taunts Atiku, PDP Governors Over Rivers Crisis, Declares ‘Enough is Enough’
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has unleashed a scathing attack on former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, and the PDP Governors Forum Chairman, Bala Mohammed, following the Supreme Court’s ruling against the Rivers State government.Wike, known for his combative political style, questioned whether Atiku and Mohammed—who hadContinue reading "Supreme Court Verdict: Wike Taunts Atiku, PDP Governors Over Rivers Crisis, Declares ‘Enough is Enough’"
Nigerians To Pay More for ATM Withdrawals as Banks Implement CBN’s New Directive
In a move that has sparked widespread concern, Nigerian commercial banks have announced new Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transaction fees, with some withdrawals now attracting an additional surcharge of up to ₦500 per ₦20,000 transaction at off-site ATMs.This development follows the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) revised policy, which takes effect on March 1, 2025.Continue reading "Nigerians To Pay More for ATM Withdrawals as Banks Implement CBN’s New Directive"
TA Lagbaja Cantonment: Honoring Ikeja Military Cantonment’s Legacy
The historic Ikeja Military Cantonment has undergone a remarkable transformation, now bearing the name TA Lagbaja Cantonment—a tribute to Nigeria’s military heritage and its distinguished leaders.For decades, Ikeja Military Cantonment stood as a bastion of national security, discipline, and resilience. It was more than just a military base; it was a symbol of sacrifice, honor,Continue reading "TA Lagbaja Cantonment: Honoring Ikeja Military Cantonment’s Legacy"
Broken Promises: Tinubu Government Fails to Pay NYSC Members N77,000 Allowance Despite Assurances
The Tinubu-led Nigerian government has once again come under fire for failing to fulfill its promise of increasing the monthly allowance of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members to N77,000, despite repeated assurances from officials.Sahara Reporters announced the development via its official X handle, revealing that corps members who received their February stipends were dismayedContinue reading "Broken Promises: Tinubu Government Fails to Pay NYSC Members N77,000 Allowance Despite Assurances"
Crackdown in Abuja: Police Arrest 17 Drug Suspects, Notorious Car Thief, and Arms Smuggler in Sweeping Raids
By: Zagazola Makama The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has intensified its crackdown on criminal activities, arresting 17 suspected drug peddlers, a notorious car thief, and an armed suspect in separate sting operations across Abuja. The successful raids, conducted by multiple police divisions, have dealt a significant blow to criminal networks operating within theContinue reading "Crackdown in Abuja: Police Arrest 17 Drug Suspects, Notorious Car Thief, and Arms Smuggler in Sweeping Raids"
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