Category: Nigerian News
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Gas-laden truck falls at Enugu Market, burst into Flames
A horrifying fire outbreak engulfed Afor Opi, a bustling market in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State yesterday evening, causing extensive damage to shops and merchandise worth millions of naira. The fire, triggered by a gas-laden truck that crashed and exploded in the market, reduced at least three shops to ashes, leaving traders in…
Fatal Shooting Incident In Mushin: NDLEA Operatives Allegedly Kill Two Persons
Tragedy struck in the Idioro area of Mushin, Lagos State, as two individuals, including one Gafar Yusuf, lost their lives allegedly at the hands of operatives from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The incident occurred around 10 pm on Wednesday when the NDLEA operatives carried out a raid on a drug den in…
Former Aviation Minister Sirika Questioned by DSS Over Nigeria Air ‘Launch’ Controversy
In a development that has caught the nation’s attention, Nigeria’s former Aviation Minister, Hadi Sirika, appeared at the headquarters of the Department of State Services (DSS) on Thursday for questioning. According to reports from SaharaReporters, Sirika arrived at the country’s secret police headquarters in a Range Rover SUV, in response to an invitation from the…
ENUGU: NUJ condemns Ogbete Market killing …Wants govt to focus on delivery of campaign promises to electorates
ENUGU—The Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Enugu State Chapter, on Thursday, condemned the killing of some traders who protested the sealing of their shops by the state government. The Union which is led in the state by Comrade Sam Udekwe, also called on the state government to initiate palliative measures to cushion the effects of…
Osun APC Factional Chairman Declines Governor’s Appointment
In a surprising turn of events, Mr. Rasaq Salinsile, the factional chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, has declined an appointment offered to him by Governor Ademola Adeleke. Salinsile, who had previously led the faction of Osun APC loyal to ex-governor Rauf Aregbesola, cited personal reasons for his decision. During the…
Nigeria’s Federal Ministry Explores Bicycles to Cut Transportation Costs
The Federal Ministry of Transportation in Nigeria is actively considering the adoption of bicycles as an alternative means of commuting. This move aims to promote a cleaner environment, a healthier lifestyle, and address the challenges posed by rising fuel costs and transportation expenses. The disclosure was made by Musa Ibrahim, the Director of Road Transport…
Broadcast Journalist NonsoNkwa Kidnapped in Owerri
Imo State, Owerri – In a shocking incident that has raised concerns about press freedom and security in the region, Chinonso Uba, a renowned broadcast journalist known as NonsoNkwa, was abducted by armed men suspected to be operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS). The incident occurred in broad daylight on Thursday shortly after…
Akpabio Receives 28-Member Ministerial List from President Tinubu: Wike, El-Rufai, Alake, and Others in the Lineup
Senate President Receives Ministerial List from President Tinubu In a highly anticipated and significant development, the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, recently received the much-awaited ministerial list from President Bola Tinubu. The list comprises 28 names, each distinguished and poised to potentially shape the nation’s future. Interestingly, these nominees’ states of origin were…
Tinubu’s 28-man ministerial nominees unveiled
The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu, has sent the list of his ministerial nominees to the National Assembly for confirmation. In a letter delivered by his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, to the Senate during plenary on Thursday, July 27, 2023, President Tinubu, sought for the confirmation of the 28 nominees…