H5 Bird Flu Begins Spreading Among Wild Birds in Australia
By Oluwakemi Kindness The highly contagious H5 bird flu virus has begun spreading locally among wild birds in Australia, raising concerns about wider infections among vulnerable wildlife. Australia’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Beth Cookson, said the development could lead to broader transmission among wild bird populations. She said that once the virus becomes widespread in wild […]
Tinubu: Reforms Saved Nigeria’s Economy from Bankruptcy
By Oluwakemi Kindness President Bola Tinubu says his administration’s reforms rescued Nigeria’s economy from bankruptcy and placed the country on a path to prosperity. The President made the remarks on Tuesday at the State House, Abuja, while receiving the leadership of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), led by its President, Most Rev. Matthew […]
Reps Praise SEC for Boosting Revenue, Upholding Fiscal Discipline
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives Committee on Finance has commended the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for strengthening its financial position through improved revenue generation and prudent cost management. The Deputy Chairman of the committee, Rep. Saeed Musa Abdullahi, gave the commendation on Tuesday during the 2026 Revenue Monitoring Exercise with the Commission […]
Imole Campaign Predicts APC Defeat In Osun Poll
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Imole Campaign Council (TICC) has dismissed the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s confidence ahead of the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election. it is insisting that the party is headed for defeat because the outcome will be determined by voters rather than political heavyweights. The council was reacting to remarks credited […]
Police, NFIU Strengthen Anti-Money Laundering Fight
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) have renewed their partnership to strengthen the fight against money laundering, terrorism financing and organised crime as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 Financial Action Task Force (FATF) mutual evaluation. The renewed collaboration was announced on Tuesday during a strategic meeting […]
Marketers Seek Reforms To Secure Nigeria’s Fuel Supply
By Oluwakemi Kindness Petroleum marketers have called for coordinated reforms, consistent policies and stronger infrastructure to guarantee stable fuel supply and long-term energy security. The call came during an interactive session on Tuesday between the House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) and key industry stakeholders, including the Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association […]
Nigeria, Benin, Cameroon Agree Border Reform Plan
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria, Benin and Cameroon have agreed to establish a trilateral committee to drive coordinated border reforms aimed at boosting trade, security and regional integration under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The agreement was reached after a five-day benchmarking mission to the Beitbridge Border Post between Zimbabwe and South Africa, where […]
Reps, Fuel Marketers Open Dialogue on Downstream Reforms
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) has opened consultations with fuel marketers as part of efforts to develop practical policies on petroleum importation, domestic refining and fuel distribution. Chairman of the committee, Rep. Ikenga Ugochinyere, said the engagement signals a shift from confrontation to collaboration, with lawmakers seeking direct […]
NAFDAC Shuts 3 Ogun Alcohol Factories Over Ban
By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has shut down three alcohol manufacturing companies in Ota, Ogun State, for allegedly violating the Federal Government’s ban on sachet and PET bottle alcoholic drinks. The enforcement operation was led by the agency’s Investigation and Enforcement Directorate. NAFDAC said officials found […]
Troops Kill 40 Bandits, Eight Commanders in Katsina Raid
By Mardiyyah Abubakar Security forces have killed more than 40 suspected bandits, including eight senior commanders, after repelling a large-scale attack on Guga community in Bakori Local Government Area of Katsina State. The operation involved local hunters, the Katsina State Community Watch Corps (KSCWC) and troops of the Nigerian Army’s 17 Brigade. Security sources said […]