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A devastating tanker explosion in Jigawa State claimed 209 lives and injured 99 others, as revealed by the investigation panel. Causes include road defects, night driving, and fuel scooping. Recommendations include road safety upgrades, trauma units, and stricter transport protocols. Governor...
The FCCPC has warned Nigerians about substandard, unregistered sugar products in the market, including smuggled Brazilian brands like Grupo Moreno. These products lack mandatory Vitamin A fortification and proper labeling, posing health risks. The FCCPC is investigating these products' economic...
The Federal Government has dismissed Ohieku Salami as Pro-Chancellor of the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, citing misconduct and procedural breaches. The Education Ministry accused Salami of illegal suspension of the Vice-Chancellor and unprofessional behavior. A new...
The Federal Government has sacked Dr. Bernard Odoh as Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, citing illegal appointment processes. The Ministry of Education also dissolved the university's Governing Council over breaches of university laws. An acting VC will be appointed while a new...
MC Oluomo defies a court ruling and assumes office as the NURTW President, despite the Court of Appeal nullifying his election and recognizing Ibikunle Baruwa as the legitimate leader. The court had previously upheld Baruwa’s leadership and fined MC Oluomo, prompting calls for enforcement of the...
Zih Davou, a Jos trader, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for stealing a N100,000 he-goat. The court also offered him an option to pay a N50,000 fine or face additional prison time. The offense occurred after Davou had previously been arrested for similar thefts from the same house. A Jos...
The Osun State government confirms the arrest of Police Anti-Kidnapping Squad leader Moses Lohor and his team following allegations of misconduct and attempted murder. Governor Ademola Adeleke supports the Inspector General’s directive for prosecution after the controversial shooting of a...
Over 95 million Nigerians lack sanitation services, according to UNICEF. 48 million practice open defecation, while 70% of schools and 88% of health facilities lack basic sanitation. The government’s declining commitment to sanitation funding hampers progress, with a ₦168.75 billion annual need...
Seven NSCDC officers are missing after a Boko Haram ambush in Kaduna. The attack took place while the officers were on a mission to inspect the national grid installation. Despite neutralizing over 50 insurgents, seven officers remain unaccounted for, and an urgent search is ongoing. Seven...
The Nigerian Army is investigating officers involved in the alleged assault of a couple in Abuja after a video went viral. Soldiers reportedly beat the man and detained the couple for unlawfully overtaking their convoy. The Acting Chief of Army Staff ordered an immediate probe into the incident...
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