Tragedy struck in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, on Friday morning as a devastating fuel tanker explosion claimed one life and left several others injured. The inferno, which erupted following a collision between a petrol tanker and a truck carrying chemical substances, sent shockwaves through the Iyemanja community along the Okolowo expressway.SaharaReporters, which broke theContinue reading "Inferno in Ilorin: One Dead, Several Injured as Tanker Explosion Rocks Kwara"
Tinubu Signs Historic ₦54.99 Trillion 2025 Budget Into Law—Nigeria’s Largest Ever
In a landmark move, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially signed the ₦54.99 trillion 2025 Appropriation Bill into law, setting a new record as Nigeria’s most expansive budget to date. The signing ceremony, held at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, was attended by principal officers of the National Assembly, top government officials, and key stakeholdersContinue reading "Tinubu Signs Historic ₦54.99 Trillion 2025 Budget Into Law—Nigeria’s Largest Ever"
Katsina’s Bold Ramadan Directive: Private Schools to Shut for Holy Observance
In a decisive and unprecedented move, the Katsina State government has mandated the closure of all private schools throughout the Ramadan period. Issued on February 27, 2025, by the Katsina State Hisbah Board and signed by Commandant General Aminu Usman, the directive underscores the state’s commitment to allowing students uninterrupted participation in the holy month’sContinue reading "Katsina’s Bold Ramadan Directive: Private Schools to Shut for Holy Observance"
End of an Era: Nigerian Army Captures Notorious Bandit Kingpin Kachallah Hassan in Zamfara
In a significant victory against banditry in Zamfara State, Nigerian Army troops of Operation Fansan Yanma have captured Kachallah Hassan Nabamamu, a notorious bandit kingpin responsible for years of terror across Mada, Tsafe, and other parts of the state. According to Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert in the Lake Chad region, the operation unfolded onContinue reading "End of an Era: Nigerian Army Captures Notorious Bandit Kingpin Kachallah Hassan in Zamfara"
Inferno Ravages Konduga IDP Camp, Claims Lives as Troops Lead Heroic Rescue Efforts
By Zagazola Makama A devastating fire tore through the Mandalari Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camp in Konduga, Borno State, on Friday, February 28, 2025, leaving at least 14 dead, scores injured, and hundreds of vulnerable residents homeless once again.The inferno, which ignited around 11:25 a.m., spread rapidly through the densely populated camp, fueled by theContinue reading "Inferno Ravages Konduga IDP Camp, Claims Lives as Troops Lead Heroic Rescue Efforts"
EFCC Arraigns Ex-Governor Theodore Orji, Four Others Over Alleged N60.85 Billion Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially arraigned former Abia State Governor Chief Theodore Ahamefule Orji and four others on charges of embezzling N60.85 billion in public funds. The high-profile case was brought before Justice Lilian Abai of the Abia State High Court, Umuahia, on Friday, February 28, 2025.The former governor, alongside hisContinue reading "EFCC Arraigns Ex-Governor Theodore Orji, Four Others Over Alleged N60.85 Billion Fraud"
Terror in Transit: Kidnappers Slash Ransom for NYSC Member, Set Final Deadline
A wave of distress has gripped the family and friends of Lawal Rofiat Kofoworola, a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member abducted while traveling from Benin, Edo State, to Ibadan, Oyo State, for her Place of Primary Assignment (PPA) in Ogbomoso.The kidnappers, who initially demanded ₦20 million, have now reduced the ransom to ₦5 million,Continue reading "Terror in Transit: Kidnappers Slash Ransom for NYSC Member, Set Final Deadline"
Supreme Court Sacks Rivers LG Chairmen, Declares Election Invalid
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has sacked all local government chairmen in Rivers State, declaring the October 5, 2024, election conducted by the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) invalid.The apex court, in a judgment delivered by Justice Jamilu Tukur, ruled that the election was marred by gross violations of the Electoral Act,Continue reading "Supreme Court Sacks Rivers LG Chairmen, Declares Election Invalid"
Saudi Astronomer Predicts Ramadan 2025 Start Date as March 1
Saudi-based platform Expatriates.com has announced via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle that renowned astronomer and visionary expert, Abdullah Al-Khudairi, has forecasted the first day of the blessed month of Ramadan to fall on Saturday, March 1, 2025.Al-Khudairi, a respected figure in the field of astronomy and moon sighting, based his prediction on precise astronomicalContinue reading "Saudi Astronomer Predicts Ramadan 2025 Start Date as March 1"
Sexual Harassment Scandal: Senator Natasha Accuses Akpabio of Frustrating Her for Rejecting His Advances
A fresh political storm has erupted in Nigeria’s Senate as Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment.Speaking on a live interview with Arise TV on Friday, February 28, 2025, Natasha alleged that Akpabio has been deliberately frustrating her in the Senate because she refused to give inContinue reading "Sexual Harassment Scandal: Senator Natasha Accuses Akpabio of Frustrating Her for Rejecting His Advances"
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