Kano Hisbah Arrests 583 During Eid for Alleged Immorality
The Kano State Hisbah Board has arrested 583 young men and women during the recent Eid-el-Fitr celebrations in the state for alleged acts deemed immoral, the board confirmed on Tuesday. Deputy Commander-General Mujahid Aminuddeen disclosed the figure in a statement to journalists, noting that the board deployed 9,500 personnel statewide to monitor and curb violations […]
Nigeria Worse Off Than in 2023 — Baba-Ahmed
Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, former Special Adviser to Bola Tinubu on Political Matters, has said Nigeria is facing deeper challenges now than when the current administration assumed office in 2023. Speaking during an interview on Trust TV on Tuesday, Baba-Ahmed expressed concern over the country’s worsening security situation and economic conditions, arguing that the government has not […]
Trabzonspor Set to Keep Onuachu Amid Transfer Interest
Paul Onuachu is expected to remain at Trabzonspor this summer, with reports from Turkey indicating the club is unlikely to entertain offers for the striker despite growing transfer interest. The Nigeria international has attracted attention from clubs in Saudi Arabia and across Europe following an impressive campaign in the Turkish Süper Lig, where he currently […]
Nigeria Can Boost Non-Oil Exports to 80% — Rabiu
Ahmed Rabiu, President of the Network of Practicing Non-Oil Exporters of Nigeria, has said Nigeria could increase its non-oil export capacity from about 15 percent to as high as 80 percent with the right business environment and policy support. Rabiu made the remarks on Tuesday in Abuja during an event announcing the outcome of a […]
PSC Urges Senior Police Officers to Embrace Reforms
Hashimu Salihu Argungu, Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), has urged newly promoted Deputy Inspectors-General and Assistant Inspectors-General of Police to adopt strategic leadership and corporate governance principles to strengthen reforms in the Nigeria Police Force. Argungu gave the charge while presenting a lead paper titled “Policing Strategic Leadership on Promoting Public Sector Governance, […]
Nonye Soludo Raises Alarm Over Tuberculous Threat
Nonye Soludo, wife of the Anambra State governor, has identified Tuberculosis (TB) as a major public health challenge affecting communities across Nigeria. In a statement to mark this year’s World Tuberculosis Day, Mrs. Soludo said thousands of individuals and families continue to be affected by the contagious disease, warning that the rising mortality figures remain […]
Eze Dumps APC, Joins ADC Over Governance Concerns
Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, a former chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has announced his resignation from the ruling party, citing concerns over the country’s economic situation and security challenges. In a statement released on Tuesday, Eze said his decision followed consultations with family members and political associates. He accused the administration of Bola Tinubu […]
Wike Seeks Stronger Japan Partnership for Abuja Development
Nyesom Wike has reaffirmed the Federal Capital Territory Administration’s commitment to deeper collaboration with the Japan to accelerate the transformation of Abuja in line with its master plan. Wike gave the assurance during a courtesy visit by Japan’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Suzuki Hideo, alongside officials of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in Abuja. The […]
ADC Cleric Denies DSS Detention in Kaduna
Ahmed Tijjani Umar of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has denied reports circulating on social media that he was detained by the Department of State Services (DSS), clarifying that he was only invited for questioning and later released. Speaking on the incident, Umar said he fully cooperated with security officials and is currently safe and […]
Onochie Accuses APC of Withholding Forms From Aspirants
Lauretta Onochie, a former aide to late President Muhammadu Buhari, has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of failing to issue nomination forms to aspirants despite collecting payments from them. In a post on her verified X handle on Tuesday, Onochie alleged that some aspirants across the country paid significant sums for party forms but […]
