In a landmark decision that has reshaped the dynamics of Kano's royal institution, the Punch Newspaper has taken to it's official X handle and announced that the Court of Appeal has ruled in favor of Emir Muhammad Sanusi II, upturning a previous verdict by Justice Liman that had handed victory to Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero.Continue reading "Kano Throne Saga: Appeal Court Rules in Favor of Emir Sanusi, Overturns Bayero’s Triumph"
Breaking News: Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno Shakes Up Leadership, Fires All Commissioners
In a dramatic move that has captured the attention of political observers, Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has dissolved his entire cabinet, effectively firing all commissioners in his administration.The announcement was made via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, sparking widespread reactions across social and political circles. Governor Eno explainedContinue reading "Breaking News: Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno Shakes Up Leadership, Fires All Commissioners"
Breaking: Nigerian Police Arrest Cybercriminal for Spreading Falsehoods to Tarnish Force’s Image
The Nigerian Police Force, through its cutting-edge National Cyber Crime Centre (NCCC), has apprehended a suspect identified as Destiny Ekhorutomuen for engaging in and disseminating false, misleading, and defamatory content designed to smear the reputation of the Force before the public.The arrest, announced via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, underscores theContinue reading "Breaking: Nigerian Police Arrest Cybercriminal for Spreading Falsehoods to Tarnish Force’s Image"
SERAP Demands Transparency: Calls on Tinubu Administration to Disclose $52.88 Million Diezani Asset Recovery Agreement
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has issued a bold call to the Tinubu administration, urging the Federal Government to immediately publish the full details of the agreement recently signed with the United States for the return of $52.88 million in assets linked to former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke.Taking to its official X (formerlyContinue reading "SERAP Demands Transparency: Calls on Tinubu Administration to Disclose $52.88 Million Diezani Asset Recovery Agreement"
President Tinubu to Attend Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025: A Bold Step Toward Global Sustainability Collaboration
In a move signaling Nigeria’s commitment to global sustainability and environmental resilience, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Saturday, January 11, to participate in the 2025 edition of the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW 2025).The highly anticipated event, hosted in the capital of the United Arab Emirates, brings together world leaders, policymakers, innovators,Continue reading "President Tinubu to Attend Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025: A Bold Step Toward Global Sustainability Collaboration"
Senator Azuta-Mbata Emerges as 13th President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Promises Unity and Progress
In a significant development for Igbo unity and leadership, former Senator representing Rivers East, Senator Azuta-Mbata, has been elected as the 13th President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization. The election, which took place on Friday at the historic Old Government Lodge in Enugu, marks a new chapter for the group tasked withContinue reading "Senator Azuta-Mbata Emerges as 13th President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Promises Unity and Progress"
The Nigerian Passport: Ranked 43rd in Africa and 94th Globally by Henley Passport Index
The Nigerian passport has once again made headlines following its latest ranking on the prestigious Henley Passport Index, a globally recognized measure of travel freedom. According to the Index, Nigeria holds the 43rd position in Africa and ranks 94th globally, granting its citizens access to 46 visa-free destinations worldwide. The Henley Passport Index evaluates theContinue reading "The Nigerian Passport: Ranked 43rd in Africa and 94th Globally by Henley Passport Index"
Scandal in the Judiciary: Nasarawa Magistrate Dismissed for Gross Misconduct and Abuse of Power
In a landmark decision that underscores the importance of judicial integrity, the Nasarawa State Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has dismissed Chief Magistrate Emmanuel A. Jatau for alleged gross misconduct, forgery, and abuse of power. The decision, announced on Monday, represents a significant victory for accountability in Nigeria’s judiciary.The Fall of a MagistrateJatau, who previously servedContinue reading "Scandal in the Judiciary: Nasarawa Magistrate Dismissed for Gross Misconduct and Abuse of Power"
NBS to Include Illegal Activities in Nigeria’s GDP Calculation: A Bold Move or Controversy?
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has made a groundbreaking announcement that is sparking heated debates nationwide. According to a post on Nigerian Stories' official X handle, the NBS revealed its decision to incorporate illegal and hidden economic activities such as prostitution and drug trafficking into the computation of Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product (GDP).This controversialContinue reading "NBS to Include Illegal Activities in Nigeria’s GDP Calculation: A Bold Move or Controversy?"
Tragedy Unfolds in Imo State: Over 40 Feared Dead in Gruesome Amanaogu Massacre
Southeast Nigeria is reeling from a series of chilling attacks in the Amanaogu Autonomous Community, Ihitenansa, located in the Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State. Reports from SaharaReporters indicate that at least 11 people, including women and children, were brutally killed on the night of Wednesday, January 8, by unidentified assailants.Unconfirmed accounts paint anContinue reading "Tragedy Unfolds in Imo State: Over 40 Feared Dead in Gruesome Amanaogu Massacre"
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