A student pilot has been rushed to the hospital after a terrifying aircraft mishap at the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT) in Zaria, Kaduna State.The incident, which occurred on [insert date], sent shockwaves through the aviation community as the training aircraft veered off the runway during what was supposed to be a routine flightContinue reading "BREAKING: Student Pilot Hospitalized as Aircraft Skids Off Runway in Zaria"
2027 Elections: After Praising Tinubu, Northern CAN Chairman Evades Question on Muslim-Muslim Ticket
The Northern chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has remained noncommittal on whether it would support another Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket in the 2027 general elections, despite its past opposition to the controversial pairing.In the build-up to the 2023 elections, Christian leaders across Nigeria vehemently rejected the All Progressives Congress (APC) decision to fieldContinue reading "2027 Elections: After Praising Tinubu, Northern CAN Chairman Evades Question on Muslim-Muslim Ticket"
Shock and Betrayal: Akwa Ibom Couple Arrested for Selling Their Own Baby for ₦450,000
In a shocking case of betrayal and desperation, the Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a woman, Christiana Ibanga, and her boyfriend, Inyene Akpan, for allegedly trafficking their own child and selling the infant for a mere ₦450,000.The disturbing revelation was made public through an official announcement by Nigerian Stories on its X handle,Continue reading "Shock and Betrayal: Akwa Ibom Couple Arrested for Selling Their Own Baby for ₦450,000"
EFCC Storms Ex-NHIS Boss Usman Yusuf’s Residence, Arrests Him Over Alleged Multi-Billion Naira Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Professor Usman Yusuf, a former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) and a prominent member of the Northern Elders Forum (NEF). His arrest followed a dramatic raid on his residence by a truckload of EFCC operatives on Wednesday.According to sources who spoke withContinue reading "EFCC Storms Ex-NHIS Boss Usman Yusuf’s Residence, Arrests Him Over Alleged Multi-Billion Naira Fraud"
Kogi State Government Bans Daily Revenue Collection by Transport Unions
In a decisive move aimed at reforming the state's revenue system, the Kogi State Government has officially banned the daily collection of levies by transport unions across the state.The announcement was made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, sparking widespread reactions from stakeholders in the transportation sector. The government’s decision is seen asContinue reading "Kogi State Government Bans Daily Revenue Collection by Transport Unions"
Federal Government Clears $7 Billion Forex Backlog, Restores Confidence in Nigerian Economy
In a major economic breakthrough, the Federal Government of Nigeria has successfully cleared the outstanding $7 billion foreign exchange (FX) backlog, marking a significant step toward stabilizing the nation's financial landscape.The announcement was made via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, sparking widespread reactions across financial and business sectors. This development isContinue reading "Federal Government Clears $7 Billion Forex Backlog, Restores Confidence in Nigerian Economy"
EFCC Car Auction Rigged? Nigerian Tweeps Accuse Anti-Graft Agency of Manipulating Bidding Process
A storm of controversy has erupted over the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) recent auction of seized vehicles, with Nigerian social media users alleging that the process was rigged to favour select individuals.Sahara Reporters, through its official X handle, amplified the outrage, reporting that Nigerians have accused the anti-graft agency of manipulating the biddingContinue reading "EFCC Car Auction Rigged? Nigerian Tweeps Accuse Anti-Graft Agency of Manipulating Bidding Process"
Nigerian Man Jailed for $1.3M U.S. Pandemic Fraud, Part of $25M Scam Targeting Thousands
A 46-year-old Nigerian man, Fatiu Ismaila Lawal, has been sentenced to 54 months in U.S. federal prison for orchestrating a massive fraud scheme that siphoned over $1.3 million from American pandemic relief programs. Lawal, along with his co-conspirator Sakiru Olanrewaju Ambali, exploited the chaos of the COVID-19 crisis, using stolen identities of more than 14,000Continue reading "Nigerian Man Jailed for $1.3M U.S. Pandemic Fraud, Part of $25M Scam Targeting Thousands"
Condom Prices Soar in Zimbabwe as Trump Cuts HIV Funding for Nigeria, Others
In a shocking development, the price of condoms in Zimbabwe has surged to an all-time high, following the decision of former U.S. President Donald Trump to halt HIV funding for Nigeria, Zimbabwe, and other developing nations.The news was shared by Nigerian Stories on its official X handle, highlighting the growing impact of the funding cutContinue reading "Condom Prices Soar in Zimbabwe as Trump Cuts HIV Funding for Nigeria, Others"
National Assembly Moves to Push Tinubu for 2025 National Census
In a significant political development, the leadership of the National Assembly is set to engage President Bola Tinubu on the urgent need for a national population census in 2025. This was announced via Nigerian Stories’ official X handle, sparking renewed debates on Nigeria’s long-overdue headcount. Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, has been operating on outdatedContinue reading "National Assembly Moves to Push Tinubu for 2025 National Census"
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