Nigeria is witnessing a staggering wave of migration as more than 36,934 citizens applied for asylum in foreign countries in 2024, according to alarming new data released by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The report underscores the depth of the country’s socio-economic turmoil under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, which has beenContinue reading "Exodus Under Tinubu: Over 36,000 Nigerians Flee Abroad for Asylum Amid Crushing Hardship — UNHCR"
Kano Governor’s Aide Engulfed in N6.5bn Corruption Scandal: BDC Operators, Accountant General Implicate Rogo in Multi-Billion Naira Fraud
A web of corruption allegations has tightened around Abdullahi Rogo, the Director-General of Protocol to Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf, after bureau de change (BDC) operators and the state’s former Accountant General implicated him in a staggering ₦6.5 billion fraud and money laundering scheme.According to exclusive documents and witness statements obtained by investigators at theContinue reading "Kano Governor’s Aide Engulfed in N6.5bn Corruption Scandal: BDC Operators, Accountant General Implicate Rogo in Multi-Billion Naira Fraud"
BREAKING: Police Foil Arms Smuggling In Katsina, Arrest Two Suspects With GPMG And Over 1,200 Rounds Of Ammunition
In a major breakthrough against criminal networks, the Katsina State Police Command has intercepted a deadly arms smuggling operation, seizing a cache of sophisticated weapons and arresting two suspected gunrunners in the early hours of Monday.The operation, executed by vigilant officers of the Ingawa Division around 4:35 a.m. along the Ingawa–Karkarku village route, led toContinue reading "BREAKING: Police Foil Arms Smuggling In Katsina, Arrest Two Suspects With GPMG And Over 1,200 Rounds Of Ammunition"
Pope Leo XIV Extends Hand of Welcome to LGBTQ Catholics in Landmark Vatican Meeting
In a symbolic gesture that underscores continuity with his predecessor’s pastoral style, Pope Leo XIV has signaled openness towards LGBTQ Catholics after granting a private audience to James Martin, the American Jesuit priest renowned for his outreach to sexual minorities.The 30-minute closed-door meeting, held inside the Apostolic Palace, was described by Martin as “warm, welcoming,Continue reading "Pope Leo XIV Extends Hand of Welcome to LGBTQ Catholics in Landmark Vatican Meeting"
Rage in Ado-Ekiti: Federal Polytechnic Students Storm Streets, Accuse Rector of Malpractice, NYSC Exclusion
Tension erupted on Monday at the Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti, as angry students staged a massive protest against the institution’s management, accusing the Rector of gross maltreatment and deliberate sabotage of their future by allegedly barring them from participating in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme.The visibly frustrated students, who carried placards and chanted solidarityContinue reading "Rage in Ado-Ekiti: Federal Polytechnic Students Storm Streets, Accuse Rector of Malpractice, NYSC Exclusion"
Rachel Kufre Nse Joins NCDC Board: A Bridge for Inclusivity
History was made on Thursday, August 28, 2025, when Hon. Rachel Kufre Nse was inaugurated as the South-South representative on the Board of the newly established North Central Development Commission (NCDC). The ceremony, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja and presided over by the Minister for regional development- Abubakar Momoh, was notContinue reading "Rachel Kufre Nse Joins NCDC Board: A Bridge for Inclusivity"
BREAKING: Niger State Governor Bago Sacks Commissioners, Dissolves Cabinet
In a bold political move, the Governor of Niger State, Umaru Mohammed Bago, has approved the immediate dissolution of all commissioners and senior political appointees in the state.The announcement, made public via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, marks a sweeping shake-up in the state’s executive council, signaling the governor’s intent to restructure hisContinue reading "BREAKING: Niger State Governor Bago Sacks Commissioners, Dissolves Cabinet"
Jigawa Youths Storm Streets in Massive Rally for Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election Bid
The Nation online news has announced that, KAFIN HAUSA, JIGAWA — Hundreds of enthusiastic youths on Sunday thronged Kafin Hausa town, headquarters of Kafin Hausa Local Government Area in Jigawa State, in a show of solidarity for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 general elections.The political rally, whichContinue reading "Jigawa Youths Storm Streets in Massive Rally for Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election Bid"
TRANSFER BOMBSHELL: Man City Close In On Donnarumma As Ederson Edges Toward Fenerbahce Move
Manchester City are on the brink of completing one of the most sensational transfer twists of the summer, with Paris Saint-Germain’s Gianluigi Donnarumma set to replace Ederson between the sticks at the Etihad.The Premier League champions are in advanced negotiations with PSG to land the Italian shot-stopper in a deal worth €35m (£30.3m), just hoursContinue reading "TRANSFER BOMBSHELL: Man City Close In On Donnarumma As Ederson Edges Toward Fenerbahce Move"
BREAKING: Police Nab Suspected Car Thief in Adamawa, Recover Two Stolen Vehicles PRESS RELEASE Adamawa State Police Command
The Adamawa State Police Command has recorded yet another major breakthrough in its relentless war against crime, with the arrest of a suspected car thief and the recovery of two vehicles in Yola.Operatives of the Command, led by the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Yola Division, acting on credible intelligence, arrested one Musa Suleh, male,Continue reading "BREAKING: Police Nab Suspected Car Thief in Adamawa, Recover Two Stolen Vehicles PRESS RELEASE Adamawa State Police Command"
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