The Nigerian Federal Government has increased passport fees, effective September 1, 2024. A 32-page passport now costs N50,000, while the 64-page version is N100,000. The hike aims to maintain the quality and integrity of Nigerian passports, despite potential inconveniences for applicants, as...
Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 16th Emir of Kano, has successfully defended his PhD thesis, earning a Doctorate. Despite ongoing legal battles over the Kano Emirship throne, Sanusi's thesis was approved without any amendments, marking a significant academic achievement for the former Emir.
The 16th...
Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister, has declared the park-and-pay parking scheme illegal due to irregularities in its contract, which favored contractors with an 80% payout. The initiative, aimed at managing urban congestion, was reintroduced in August 2023 but now faces uncertainty after Wike's...
Sarkin Kudun Gatawa in Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Bawa, has been tragically killed by bandits after pleading for ransom assistance. Kidnapped along with his son, he called on the government to aid in their release. His death highlights the escalating insecurity and violence faced by Nigerian...
UNICEF has revealed that nutrition supplements for malnourished children in Sokoto State are being stolen and replaced with stones. The stolen supplements are sold in local markets, depriving vulnerable children of vital nutrition. This shocking discovery has sparked outrage and raised concerns...
Senator Jibrin Isah’s proposal to repeal the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act has sparked widespread concern across Nigeria, with citizens expressing fears of regressing on hard-won protections against violence.
Senator Jibrin Isah, representing Kogi East, has sparked widespread...
Rwanda is considering taxing church offerings and tithes to combat exploitation, following the closure of 8,000 churches for failing to meet legal standards. This move has sparked widespread discussion among citizens, with many supporting the initiative to promote accountability within religious...
Traditionalists in Nigeria advocate for the use of traditional oaths for political officeholders to combat corruption, asserting that swearing by deities will foster accountability. This call emerged during Isese Day celebrations, highlighting the importance of integrating Yoruba cultural...
A viral video showing a lively dance at a Ghanaian funeral has ignited online debate. Netizens are divided, with some criticizing the festive atmosphere and others defending it as a cultural practice. The clip has sparked discussions on the appropriateness of such celebrations in mourning...
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (NNPCL) blamed the recent fuel scarcity across Nigeria on adverse weather conditions, including rain and thunderstorms, which disrupted fuel delivery.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (NNPCL) has attributed the ongoing fuel...
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