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World Ozone Day: Environment Ministry Pledges Ozone Protection

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Federal Ministry of Environment has reiterated its determination to phase out ozone-depleting substances in refrigeration and aerosols while promoting safer, climate-friendly alternatives. Speaking in Abuja at an event to mark World Ozone Day 2025, Minister of Environment, Mallam Balarabe Lawal, said the ministry is working with local and international partners to drive the transition. He highlighted ongoing efforts such as technician training, stronger regulations, and technology transfer with neighbouring countries. The Minister also stressed that the […]

September 16, 2025

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Ordinance Day: NOA DG Urges Nigerians to Respect National Symbols

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Lanre Issa-Onilu, has called on Nigerians to demonstrate greater respect and commitment to the country’s national symbols, describing such acts as a civic responsibility and a mark of patriotism. Issa-Onilu made the call in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja to mark National Ordinance Day 2025, a day set aside annually to commemorate the handover of Nigeria’s national symbols at independence. The NOA chief highlighted that the National Flag, […]

September 16, 2025

Omoyele Sowore reacts to DSS filing five-count charges against him at the Federal High Court, Abuja.

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DSS Sues Sowore, X Corp, and Meta Over Alleged Anti-Tinubu Posts

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Department of State Services (DSS) has filed a five-count charge against activist and former African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, alongside tech giants Meta (Facebook) Inc. and X Corp Inc., over posts deemed denigrating to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The suit, dated September 16, 2025, was filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja by the Director of Public Prosecutions at the Federal Ministry of Justice, Mr. M. B. Abubakar. The Federal Government, through […]

September 16, 2025

Sport

NSC Settles Team Allowance, Bonuses as Athletes Shine in Tokyo

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The National Sports Commission (NSC) has swiftly intervened to stabilize Team Nigeria’s camp at the ongoing 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan, ensuring that administrative challenges do not overshadow the athletes’ historic performances on the global stage. Under the leadership of Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade, the Commission moved decisively to clear all outstanding allowances and bonuses, ending a period of uncertainty that had unsettled the camp. During a meeting in […]

September 16, 2025

Nigerian singer Modola performs her viral hit “Talk” at the U.S. Mission Grand Showcase Concert in Lagos

Entertainment

Rising Star, Modola Dazzles at U.S. Mission Grand Showcase Concert

By: Aremu Toyeebaht Nigerian rising star Temidola Awosika, popularly known as Modola, delivered a show-stopping performance at the United States Mission Grand Showcase Concert on Thursday, cementing her status as one of the country’s brightest young talents. The 20-year-old singer lit up the stage with her viral breakout hit “Talk”, sending the packed venue into a frenzy before transitioning seamlessly into her Billboard Hot 100 chart-topping track. Dressed elegantly in a flowing gown, Modola had the audience singing and dancing […]

September 16, 2025

Ondo APC Elders Movement leaders meet in Akure, pledging to deliver 1.5 million votes for President Tinubu in the 2027 elections.

Local News

2027: Ondo APC Elders Pledge 1.5 Million Votes for Tinubu

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Ondo State All Progressives Congress (APC) Elders Movement has pledged to secure over 1.5 million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. Chairman of the Movement, Senator Nimbe Farunkanmi, made the declaration on Monday at the group’s meeting in Akure. He explained that the Elders Movement, as a coalition of senior figures within the party, would work to maintain unity and ensure overwhelming support for the president. “APC Elders Movement was a conglomerate […]

September 16, 2025

Presidential Spokesperson Bayo Onanuga addresses journalists in Abuja, defending President Tinubu’s economic reforms against Atiku Abubakar’s hunger claims.

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KEDCO Under Fire As Three Die After Power Cut at Teaching Hospital

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The death of three patients on life support at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) has sparked outrage after the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) cut off power supply to the facility over an outstanding debt of nearly N950 million. Hospital spokesperson, Hauwa Dutse, confirmed the tragic incident in a statement on Monday, revealing that four patients were on ventilatory support in the Intensive Care Unit when the blackout occurred, but only one survived. “On that very day, […]

September 16, 2025

Education

SSANU, NASU Threaten Nationwide Strike, Demand Salary Arrears

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) have issued a seven-day ultimatum, threatening a nationwide shutdown of universities. In a joint statement, the unions accused the government of “unjust disbursement” of N50 billion earned allowances and failing to pay withheld salaries, as well as delaying the implementation of the approved 25/35 percent salary increment. They further demanded the urgent renegotiation of the 2009 Federal Government–NASU/SSANU […]

September 16, 2025

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Politics

Anambra Governorship Poll: LAJA Urges Issue-Based Campaigns

By: Chinedu Echianu Ahead of the November 8, 2025 governorship election in Anambra State, the League of Anambra Journalists in Abuja (LAJA) has called on political actors to conduct their campaigns with civility. The group is also urging contestants to focus on issues that directly affect the people rather than resorting to name-calling and divisive rhetoric. In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja, jointly signed by its interim President, Ambassador Ikenna Okonkwo, and Interim Secretary, Princess Ekwi Ajide, the […]

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