Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, on Sunday launched the distribution of 5.5 million tree seedlings as part of an ambitious initiative to tackle desert encroachment and promote environmental sustainability across the state. The flag-off ceremony took place at the historic Yanbawa Shelter Belt in Makoda Local Government Area, a green barrier established in 1972 […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has reaffirmed his administration’s strong resolve to end irregular migration, human trafficking, and the associated human rights abuses that have long plagued the state, particularly among its youth. Speaking through the Director-General of the Edo State Migration Agency, Lucky Agazuma, on Monday, the government disclosed the adoption of a […]
The Lagos State Government has appealed to the Joint Action Committee (JAC) of staff unions at Lagos State University (LASU) to suspend their ongoing indefinite strike, emphasizing its commitment to the welfare of both staff and students. The strike, which began on Friday, July 31, 2025, has led to the disruption of academic and administrative […]
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a three-day weather forecast from Monday to Wednesday, warning of widespread thunderstorms, moderate rains, and potential flash floods across several regions of the country. Northern Region: Monday–Wednesday: Thunderstorms and moderate rainfall are expected in parts of Adamawa, Taraba, Sokoto, Kebbi, Zamfara, Jigawa, Kano, Katsina, Kaduna, and Borno. Flash […]
The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nandap, has said that recent technological advancements deployed by the Service are significantly improving national security through more efficient border management. Speaking at a high-level interactive forum on government-citizen engagement in Kaduna, Nandap explained that the newly implemented Border Management System allows for target-based profiling […]
“NAP is a key agenda of the current federal administration. It’s important that Imo State joins the call. With so much resources invested both in the military and police to curb insecurity across the country. It is time we begin to recognize security as one of our greatest threats and one that requires women’s inclusion in its resolution,
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed the death of nine individuals following a boat mishap in Zangon Maje Village, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State. According to a statement shared on the agency’s official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, the incident occurred around 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 27, 2025. The […]
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has raised concerns over Nigeria’s rising cholera burden, revealing that the country has recorded the second-highest number of cases in West and Central Africa. UNICEF Regional Director for West and Central Africa, Gilles Fagninou, said Nigeria remains cholera-endemic, with recurrent major outbreaks in recent years. As of the end […]
The Ogun State Government has reiterated that the law banning open grazing remains in full effect, warning cattle owners and herders that violations will attract stiff penalties, including jail terms and livestock forfeiture. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Special Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade, said the reminder […]
The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives – Federal Health Institutions Sector (NANNM-FHI) has confirmed that its members will begin a seven-day warning strike on Wednesday, despite no response from the Federal Government. Speaking with reporters on Tuesday, the union’s National Chairman, Morakinyo Rilwan, said the strike will go ahead even if the government […]
