News as it breaks
The Police, Religious and Traditional leaders have been advised to make deliberate efforts in ensuring that access to justice over gender based violence becomes cheaper or free. A Non Governmental Organization, Dorothy Njamanze Foundation made the call during an Interfaith and Cultural Dialogue on Combatting gender based violence at…
The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council, Comrade Grace Ike, has congratulated Dr. Mrs. Abimbola Oyetunde on her appointment as Bureau Chief of the Federal RadioI Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) Network News Annex in Lagos and Deputy Director of News. In a statement, Ike described the…
President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria is leading efforts to expand local manufacturing, agri-processing, and technology-driven enterprises, However, industrialization can not be at the expense of the environment. President Tinubu, represented by the Permanent Secretary for Political and Economic Affairs Engr. Nadungu Gagare made the call at the opening session…
Authorities at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State, have launched an intensified search for a missing student, Dorcas Oseghale, who disappeared four days ago. Dorcas, a Part-3 Chemistry student with matriculation number CHM/2021/165, was last seen on Thursday, August 7, 2025, after telling a friend she was going to…
The ancient city of Ibadan came to a solemn standstill as dignitaries, traditional rulers, and residents paid their last respects to the late Olubadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, who was laid to rest in a ceremony rich with culture, reverence, and reflection. The funeral service, held at the historic Cathedral Church…
The European Union has announced the release of an additional €250,000 (approximately ₦450 million) in humanitarian assistance to support thousands of internally displaced persons affected by escalating violence in Benue and Plateau States, Nigeria. This fresh injection of funds will be channeled through the Nigerian Red Cross Society, targeting 2,500…
Transcorp Hilton Abuja, one of Africa’s most iconic luxury hotels, has announced the appointment of Martin Zarybnicky as its new General Manager. With over 30 years of international experience, Martin brings a legacy of leadership in the global hospitality industry, having held key management roles across Europe, the Middle East,…
The final rites for the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, will take place on Friday, with dignitaries from across Nigeria expected to attend the burial ceremony. Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State is scheduled to lead government officials, traditional rulers, and other prominent figures to the funeral service,…
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Umar Ahmed, has called on Nigerians traveling or residing abroad to prioritize registering with Nigerian embassies and consulates in their host countries. He said this step is crucial for timely government intervention during emergencies and to avoid misinformation that…
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has launched an investigation into the suspected murder of a 45-year-old man, Udeme Uko, who was found dead in a pool of blood while sleeping with his wife and children inside a church in Ikot Oku Usung village, Ukanafun Local Government Area. Police Public…
