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A major fire outbreak has destroyed several shops at the popular Mandate Market in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, threw the bustling market into confusion.According to Daily Trust, traders and residents struggled to contain the inferno before the arrival of firefighters. Several shops with goods worth … [Read more…]
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Ododo, has urged members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) deployed to the state to uphold discipline, unity, loyalty, and peaceful coexistence throughout their service year. Ododo gave the charge on Tuesday during the closing ceremony of the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream II Orientation Course held at the NYSC Orientation Camp … [Read more…]
The Enugu State Government and the Police have moved against a stepmother, Mrs. Ogechi John, for alleged child homicide. Mrs. John, who hails from Oderiko in Ikwo LGA of Ebonyi State, was arrested by the police on Monday morning for allegedly beating her stepdaughter, Miss Ogechi Amanda John, aged 9, to death at their Nchatancha … [Read more…]
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) presided by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the establishment of National Research and Innovation Development Fund (NRIDF), in a landmark move aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s research, science, technology and innovation ecosystem. According to a press release issued by Pauline Sule, Head, Press and Public Relations of the Federal … [Read more…]
The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has asked telecommunications to improve service quality, warning that defaulters would face regulatory action. Tijani, who spoke on Sunday, stated that operators are now functioning in a more stable and market-driven environment and have returned to profitability after reforms by the federal government to stabilise … [Read more…]
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has eulogised former governor of old Anambra State, Senator Jim Nwobodo, on his 86th birthday, describing him as uncommon icon. Mbah, in post on Saturday, recalled the octogenarian’s selfless service and numerous legacies as governor of old Anambra State, Minister, and Senator, saying he had written his name in … [Read more…]
…As Abakpa residents commend Mbah for restoring water supply The Enugu State Government has raised fresh optimism over the restoration of potable water supply to Emene, Idaw River, Agbani Road axis, and other parts of Enugu metropolis, as ongoing rehabilitation of water infrastructure intensifies. This assurance was given by the Secretary to the Enugu State … [Read more…]
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has inaugurated chairmen and members of several state boards and agencies, charging them to strengthen institutional leadership and improve service delivery across the state. The inauguration ceremony was held on Thursday at the Michael Okpara Auditorium in Umuahia. The boards inaugurated include the Abia State University Teaching Hospital (ABSUTH) Management … [Read more…]
Enugu debunks fatal inferno report, begins enforcement of ₦500,000 fine for one-way driving The Enugu State Ministry of Transport has denied reports of a road crash resulting in an inferno that allegedly claimed over 50 lives at the Ugwu Onyeama axis of the Enugu–Onitsha Expressway, describing the reports as false and misleading. In a statement … [Read more…]
…Rolls out plans for AI Institute, Incubation Centre, others … As Organised Private Sector endorses Mbah for a 2nd term, lists achievements Enugu State Government has unveiled plans to build a 660MW coal-fired power plant in the state, starting from July this year, as part of Governor Peter Mbah’s administration’s strategy to actualise its vision … [Read more…]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the third and final phase of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise will begin on May 11, 2026. In a statement issued by Mohammed Kudu Haruna, Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, and shared on INEC’s verified X account, the commission said the exercise will run … [Read more…]
…Nigeria’s Presidency Can Be Bought The Executive Director of Development Specs Academy, Professor Okey Ikechukwu, has declared that Nigeria’s presidency can be bought, linking the trend to declining voter conviction and the growing dominance of money in elections. Speaking in an interview on ARISE News on Tuesday, Ikechukwu said the influence of money in Nigerian … [Read more…]