The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, December 25, Thursday, December 26, 2024, and Wednesday, January 1, 2025, as public holidays to mark the celebrations of Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year, respectively. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja through the Ministry’s…
Mark and Ros Dowey, the parents of a British teenager who died by suicide after being targeted in a sextortion scam, have urged perpetrators to stop committing such acts. Their 16-year-old son, Murray, took his life after being deceived by scammers in Nigeria who pretended to be a girl and coerced him into sending compromising…
Pastor Chinyere, the superintendent of Omega Power Ministry (OPM), has refused to pay the ransom demanded by Northern kidnappers who recently abducted the principal of the church’s school. In an official statement shared on the church’s Facebook account, Pastor Chinyere informed the public of the distressing situation: the principal of OPM’s free school in Jos…
Donald Trump has filed a motion to dismiss the hush money case against him after President Joe Biden pardoned his son, Hunter Biden. On Monday, Trump’s legal team asked a judge to throw out the criminal conviction, arguing that the ongoing legal proceedings could disrupt Trump’s presidency. Trump’s lawyers renewed their efforts to have the…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has refuted claims that she is organizing a national prayer event. According to Naija News, reports had circulated suggesting that Remi Tinubu, alongside the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, would be leading a national prayer event, which sparked widespread criticism and raised questions among Nigerians. In a statement…
Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has shed light on her decision to return a Range Rover she received as a birthday gift, offering a glimpse into her personal values and priorities. The luxury SUV, reportedly worth N350 million, was added to her collection in October 2023 and marked the most extravagant gift she had ever received….
The Federal Government has abolished the controversial 18-year age requirement for admission into tertiary institutions nationwide. The announcement was made by the new Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, who also indicated plans for a broader review of Nigeria’s education policies during his tenure. This decision, expected to impact thousands of prospective students, marks a…
Nigerian-born orthopedic surgeon Dr. Julius Oni has recently gained attention for his decision to return to Nigeria after over two decades in the United States, marking what he calls a “reverse Japa” journey. This concept, derived from the trend of Nigerians moving abroad for better opportunities, now represents those choosing to return and invest their…
The Federal Government has lifted all restrictions on the deployment of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members, allowing their posting to private sector organizations. This new directive, outlined in a memo by the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, will take effect with the 2024 Batch ‘C Orientation Course. The policy shift is part of…
Terrorists have reportedly seized control of Nigeria’s largest military training camp at the Nagwamase Military Cantonment in Kontagora, Niger State. Abdullahi Isah, a Niger State House of Assembly member representing the Kontagora II Constituency, sounded the alarm during a plenary session on Tuesday. He revealed that the criminals have also forced around 23 farming communities…
