Insecurity: PDP Govs Call For Establishment Of State Police
Governors elected on the platform of Nigeria’s major opposition party – the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), on Thursday decried the security challenges facing the country, indicating that for the nation to overcome the problem, the present police structure must be decentralised to give way to the establishment of state police across the country. The PDP […]
Many Killed, Scores Injured After Gas Blast In Kenyan Capital
Reports reaching the desk of Africa Today News, New York has it that a huge gas blast in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, has injured scores of people with fears of several deaths that is yet-to-be ascertained. According to government soruces, gas cylinders were being refilled at a plant in Embakasi district when the blast happened […]
Illegal Mining: FG Declares Intent For Stringent Action
The Federal Government has declared its unwavering commitment to implementing decisive measures against individuals involved in illegal mining nationwide, deeming it a serious crime that cannot be overlooked. This information came to light during a gathering with licensed mineral holders, laterite, and sand operators in Kaduna State, held within the city to tackle the issues […]
Official: Nigerians Seeking Asylum In Belgium On The Rise
Belgium’s Director General of IBZ Federal Public Service, Home Affairs, Freddy Rosemont, pointed out an uptick in Nigerians seeking asylum in his country, and noted instances of individuals trying to relocate to other European countries after the asylum process. This announcement was made during a press conference in Benin City, where he unveiled a new […]
Adelami Takes Oath As Deputy Governor In Ondo State
The Ondo State government has administered the oath to Dr. Olaide Adelami, previously the Deputy Clerk of the National Assembly, formally instating him as the new Deputy Governor. Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, addressing the swearing-in ceremony of Adelami in Akure, stated that the dissolution of the cabinet inherited from the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu […]
Economic Reforms: Tinubu Needs More Time, Says Minister
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris Malagi, stated that President Bola Tinubu is in need of additional time to implement economic reforms aimed at fostering the growth of the nation. The minister staunchly advocated for Tinubu’s visionary, long-term strategies, emphasizing their indispensability for the nation’s growth. Malagi implored Nigerians to exercise patience as […]
Real Reason We Exited ECOWAS – Burkina Faso PM
The Prime Minister of Burkina Faso has asserted that Sunday’s withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger from the West African bloc ECOWAS was a “carefully considered decision” in response to hopes for “total sovereignty”. Africa Today News, New York reports that the three countries, which have shared tense ties with the Economic Community of […]
Hamas Have ‘Totally Infiltrated’ UN Aid Agency – Netanyahu
The Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday claimed that the UN agency for Palestinian refugees had been “totally infiltrated” by Hamas, after several countries suspended funding over Israeli claims 12 UNRWA staffers participated in the October 7 attack. Speaking at a meeting of UN ambassadors in Jerusalem, Netanyahu said; “UNRWA is totally infiltrated […]
Ekiti Obas Threaten To Invoke Yoruba Gods Against Kidnappers
Monarchs in Ekiti state have threatened to invoke traditional methods including the Yoruba gods against kidnappers who are terrorising the state. The criminals, who had previously only operated in the North-West, have besieged the South-West in recent weeks and wreaked havoc on the local populace. They assassinated Oba Olatunde Olusola, the Onimojo of Imojo, and […]
Nigeria’s Senate Summons CBN Governor Over Naira’s Free Fall
The Nigerian Senate yesterday summoned governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso over the free fall of the Naira and hyper inflation which is compounding the challenges of the country. The summon was issued through its Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions headed by Senatorial Adetokunbo Abiru. The governor […]
PDP Not Forming Alliance With Any Political Party – George
Chief Bode George who is a Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has asserted that the party would not form an alliance with any other opposition party for the 2027 election. Speaking at a media parley in Lagos on Wednesday, George also commented on the prospect of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar […]
Stereotyping Of Nigerians Over Cyber Crimes Must End – Tinubu
The President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu has vehemently rejected the labelling and blanket stereotyping of Nigeria as a country with the highest prevalence of cybercrime and other forms of corrupt practices among its population. He claimed that it undercuts the majority of people who uphold the values of honesty and thoroughness. He expressed sorrow that, […]