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The Anambra State Police Command has arrested nine suspects in connection with the brutal killing of Justice Azuka, the lawmaker representing Onitsha North 1 Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly. Azuka was abducted on December 24, 2024, along Ugwunaobankpa Road in Inland Town, Onitsha, while returning home for…
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Daimlas Corporation, a leading global AI firm, to establish a robust artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem across Nigerian universities. The collaboration aims to equip academic institutions with state-of-the-art AI resources, foster cutting-edge research, and create a platform for…
A Nigerian national, Edwin Okoronkwo, has been sentenced to 75 months in a U.S. federal prison for his role in a large-scale online fraud scheme that targeted unsuspecting Americans. Following his release, Okoronkwo will be deported, according to a statement from the United States Department of Justice (DOJ). Okoronkwo and…
Veteran Nollywood actor Nkem Owoh, popularly known as Osuofia, is marking his 70th birthday today, and fans across social media are celebrating the legendary entertainer. The beloved comic actor kicked off his special day with a heartfelt message on Instagram, expressing gratitude for the milestone. “Chi Efogo and it is…
NAFDAC Boss Advocates Death Penalty For Drug PeddlersThe Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Mojisola Adeyeye, has called for the death penalty for drug peddlers involved in the distribution of counterfeit medicines, especially those that result in the deaths of children. Speaking on…
The Federal Ministry of Education has debunked reports suggesting an immediate policy shift to abolish the Junior and Senior Secondary School (JSS and SSS) system, stating that the proposed 12-year basic education plan is still under review. In a statement released on Friday, the Director of Press, Folasade Boriowo, clarified…
The Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara State has allocated ₦70 million to support the school enrollment of 2,000 children displaced by bandit attacks. The Chairman of Shinkafi LGA, Ibrahim Musa Shinkafi, disclosed this while addressing journalists after defending his local government’s budget at the Zamfara State House of Assembly…
In a bid to enhance health insurance services in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the FCT Administration (FCTA), under the leadership of Minister Nyesom Wike, has approved a study tour of the Anambra State Health Insurance Agency (ASHIA). Addressing the delegation, the Mandate Secretary of the Health Services and Environment…
The Anambra State House of Assembly has officially confirmed the tragic death of Justice Azuka, the lawmaker representing Onitsha North Constituency. In a statement issued by Speaker Somtochukwu Udeze, the Assembly expressed deep sorrow over the devastating loss, describing Azuka’s death as an act of unimaginable cruelty. Azuka was abducted…
The Acting Director General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Captain Chris Ona Najomo, has emphasized that the future of Nigeria’s aviation industry hinges on implementing an efficient and transparent procurement system aligned with global best practices. NCAA.GOV.NG Speaking at the symposium titled “Understanding Procurement Process for Optimum Organizational…
