A mysterious inferno has ravaged the renowned Afia Mgbede market, a section within the larger Nnewi Auto Spare Parts Market in Anambra State, South-East Nigeria. The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, reducing goods and properties worth millions of naira to ashes.Eyewitness footage circulating on social media captures the heart-wrenching scene ofContinue reading "Inferno Devours Popular Nnewi Auto Spare Parts Market, Leaves Traders Devastated"
“Forsaken Innocence: Hisbah Reveals Plight of 230 Abandoned Kano Children”
Sahara Reporters recently disclosed on its official X handle the disheartening revelation made by the Commander-General of the Kano State Hisbah Board, Aminu Daurawa. According to him, over 230 children rescued from the streets of Kano metropolis remain unclaimed, sparking concerns about parental neglect and societal decay.In a deeply emotional video, the prominent Islamic scholarContinue reading "“Forsaken Innocence: Hisbah Reveals Plight of 230 Abandoned Kano Children”"
“Nigerian Army Hosts Cadets of 72 Regular Course for Strategic Study Visit”
In a commendable display of mentorship and knowledge sharing, the Nigerian Army, via its official X handle, announced that the Headquarters 1 Division hosted Army Cadets of the 72 Regular Course from the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Kaduna. The study visit, held on Monday, 13th January 2025, provided the cadets with an invaluable opportunity toContinue reading "“Nigerian Army Hosts Cadets of 72 Regular Course for Strategic Study Visit”"
IPOB Condemns Massacre of 18 in Imo State, Accuses Government Elements and Simon Ekpa of Orchestrating Chaos
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a strongly worded statement condemning the gruesome massacre of 18 persons in several communities in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State. The separatist group also distanced itself and its security arm, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), from the tragic events, describing the killings as barbaric andContinue reading "IPOB Condemns Massacre of 18 in Imo State, Accuses Government Elements and Simon Ekpa of Orchestrating Chaos"
EFCC Arrests Five Katsina Revenue Officials Over Alleged N1.3 Billion Fraud Scandal
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has struck again in its unrelenting fight against corruption, arresting five top officials of the Katsina State Internal Revenue Service (KIRS) over an alleged N1.3 billion fraud.The announcement was made via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, sending shockwaves across the nation. The anti-graft agency,Continue reading "EFCC Arrests Five Katsina Revenue Officials Over Alleged N1.3 Billion Fraud Scandal"
“BREAKING: Telcos Set to Suspend USSD Services in Two Weeks Due to N250 Billion Bank Debts”
In a dramatic turn of events, Nigerian Stories has reported via its official X handle that telecommunications companies (Telcos) in the country are poised to suspend their Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) services in just two weeks. This shocking development follows mounting debts of over N250 billion owed to banks, which have put the futureContinue reading "“BREAKING: Telcos Set to Suspend USSD Services in Two Weeks Due to N250 Billion Bank Debts”"
“BREAKING: Tax Reform Bills Set to Pass as Senate Committee Finalizes Groundbreaking Discussions”
Nigerian Stories has revealed through its official X handle that the highly anticipated Tax Reform Bills are on the verge of being passed, as the Senate Committee concludes its final discussions on the matter. This significant step brings Nigeria closer to overhauling its taxation system, a move that promises to reshape the country's economic landscape.TheContinue reading "“BREAKING: Tax Reform Bills Set to Pass as Senate Committee Finalizes Groundbreaking Discussions”"
“Petrol Prices Surge as Depot Owners Hike Costs to N950/Litre Amid Global Oil Price Rise”
Vanguard Newspaper has confirmed via its official X handle that the cost of petrol is set to increase as depot owners have raised their prices by approximately 4.74%. This price hike follows a significant rise in global crude oil prices, with Nigeria's Bonny Light crude now priced at $80 per barrel, up from $73 justContinue reading "“Petrol Prices Surge as Depot Owners Hike Costs to N950/Litre Amid Global Oil Price Rise”"
Behind the Curtain: How Tinubu’s Meddling Failed to Save Lagos Ex-Speaker Obasa Amid Corruption Allegations
The recent impeachment of Mudashiru Obasa as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly has unveiled a storm of political drama, with allegations of corruption, defiance, and high-level interference rocking the corridors of power. This decision, which some describe as long overdue, has cast a spotlight on President Bola Tinubu's failed attempts to shieldContinue reading "Behind the Curtain: How Tinubu’s Meddling Failed to Save Lagos Ex-Speaker Obasa Amid Corruption Allegations"
Scandal or Strategy? JAMB Faces Backlash Over N1.85 Billion Spending on Refreshments and Mosquito Control
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Nigeria's apex body for tertiary institution admissions, has come under intense public scrutiny following the revelation of a staggering N1.85 billion expenditure on refreshments and mosquito control.The startling announcement was made through the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, leaving Nigerians in shock and disbelief. The report hasContinue reading "Scandal or Strategy? JAMB Faces Backlash Over N1.85 Billion Spending on Refreshments and Mosquito Control"
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