Nigerian Govt begins prosecution of 500 suspects implicated in terror attacks
The Federal Government on Tuesday, at the Abuja Federal High Court, opened the trial of 500 suspects implicated in series of terror attacks in the country. The suspects were alleged to have participated in attacks in the northern parts of the country where more than 2000 Nigerians have been killed and properties destroyed. Others were […]
INEC vs ADC: VDM reveals call from DSS over alleged plan to lead protest, unrest
Popular Nigerian Social media influencer, Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as Verydarkman, VDM has alleged that he received a call from the Department of State Services, DSS over a purported plan to stage a nationwide protest in respect of the face-off between the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC and the African Democratic Congress, ADC. DAILY […]
ADC crisis: Nafiu Bala refusal to show up for scheduled meeting angers Kwankwaso
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has expressed disappointment after waiting until dawn for Nafiu Bala, who failed to show up for a planned meeting. Kwankwaso described the development as a missed opportunity for “fatherly counsel”. In an interview with DCL Hausa, Kwankwaso said, “Yesterday, right up until dawn, I […]
ADC: Kachikwu-led faction announces plans for National Convention
The Dumebi Kachikwu-led faction of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has announced plans to convene a national convention and constitute an interim leadership to manage the party’s affairs. Spokesperson of the faction, Norman Obinna, disclosed this on Tuesday during a media briefing after what he described as an emergency National Executive Committee, NEC, meeting, in […]
EFCC arraigns businessman over alleged N64m fraud in Anambra
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Enugu Zonal Directorate, has arraigned a 29-year-old businessman, Chizoba Emmanuel Dilo, before Justice S. N. Odili of the Enugu State High Court sitting in Onitsha, Anambra State, over an alleged N64 million fraud. According to the EFCC, Dilo was docked on a two-count charge bordering on stealing, contrary […]
NAFDAC moves to cut salt in foods as Nigeria battles rising hypertension cases
As part of efforts to tackle the rising burden of non-communicable diseases in Nigeria, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has intensified plans to reduce sodium content in pre-packaged foods. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting on the draft Reduction of Sodium in Pre-Packaged Foods Regulations 2026, the Director-General of NAFDAC, […]
WHD: Senate reaffirms commitment to strengthening health sector
The Senate Committee on Health (Secondary and Tertiary) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s struggling healthcare system. Chairman of the committee, Senator Ipalibo Harry Banigo, made the pledge on Tuesday in a message to commemorate World Health Day 2026. World Health Day is marked annually to raise awareness on critical health issues and promote […]
Fubara vows to make Rivers health tourism hub
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed the commitment of his administration to improving the healthcare sector across the state. The governor, who gave the assurance on Tuesday in a goodwill message to mark World Health Day, pledged that his administration would continue to prioritise initiatives that guarantee citizens’ access to quality healthcare. This was […]
UNION BANK TAKEOVER: Alleged Financial Irregularities Uncovered
A forensic audit report has revealed widespread financial irregularities under Union Bank of Nigeria’s former owners and directors, prompting the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to dissolve the bank’s board and management in January 2024. The report alleges questionable transactions, including a $300 million facility from Afreximbank that was transferred to Union Bank’s balance sheet […]
Resident doctors suspend strike, direct members to resume Wednesday
The National Association of Resident Doctors on Tuesday announced the suspension of its planned strike after reaching an understanding with the Federal Government on key demands, including payment of outstanding allowances and improvements in doctors’ welfare. The decision was taken after an emergency meeting of the association’s National Executive Council, where members reviewed assurances from […]
