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The Federal Government has successfully raised N585 million towards settling fines for inmates, aiming to alleviate congestion in correctional centers across Nigeria. Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior, represented by Dr. Anayo Romanus-Nzekwe, disclosed this during the release of...

As the dust settles on Nigeria's 2023 general elections, alarming claims of the nation sliding towards a one-party state emerge. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) points fingers at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), alleging a compromising of democratic integrity. The...

Image Credit: NDTV A 70-year-old woman in Uganda, Safina Namukwaya, has given birth to twins through IVF treatment at a fertility centre in Kampala. The Women's Hospital International and Fertility Centre (WHI&FC) celebrated the "extraordinary achievement," emphasizing the strength and...

In a concerning trend, the President of the Nigerian Society of Anaesthetists, Dr. Olubusola Alagbe-Briggs, reveals that more than 400 consultant anaesthetists have left Nigeria in the past two years seeking enhanced opportunities abroad. Speaking at the society’s 31st annual scientific...

During the presentation of the 2024 appropriation bill, Senate President Godswill Akpabio has called on President Bola Tinubu to restrict ministers and heads of federal government agencies from international travel during the period of budget defense. Akpabio emphasized the need for their...

In a pivotal prelude to the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, President Bola Tinubu engaged in a substantive meeting with King Charles III of England. This diplomatic encounter, aimed at fortifying the partnership between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, unfolds as a...

Former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, who played a pivotal and polarizing role in US foreign policy during the Cold War, has died at the age of 100. Henry Kissinger, a key figure in shaping US foreign policy during the Nixon and Ford administrations, passed away at his home in...

Victims of the recent building demolitions in Lagos, particularly in the Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area, are grappling with the challenge of finding alternative shelters for their families. The Federal Housing Authority initiated the demolition of houses, marking 677 and partially...

President Bola Tinubu has embarked on a journey to Dubai to participate in the COP28 Climate Summit, scheduled for December 1 and 2, 2023, with the theme, "Unite, Act, and Deliver." His mission focuses on urging developed nations to fulfill their commitment to provide $100 billion annually for...

In a fiery response to President Bola Tinubu's proposed N27.5 trillion budget for 2024, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) has launched a scathing critique, labeling the fiscal plan as "deceitful" and devoid of any mechanism for economic recovery. The PDP, through its National Publicity...

In the bustling landscape of Africa's aviation resurgence, Morocco emerges as a pivotal player, strategically positioned at the crossroads of continents. Fueled by Airbus' optimistic projection of a 3.6% annual growth in passenger traffic, Morocco's allure extends beyond its geographic...

Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro, has taken a bold stance against the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Technical Committee, emphasizing the importance of receiving outstanding allowances over critiques of his coaching abilities. The dispute unfolded during a meeting with the NFF Technical...

A senior Hamas official announced on Wednesday that the Islamist movement is prepared to release all Israeli soldiers it holds captive in exchange for all Palestinian prisoners held in Israel. The statement comes amid ongoing negotiations to extend a truce over Gaza. Former Gaza health...

Armed robbers intercepted the Director of Finance at the Ogun State Governor’s office, Taiwo Oyekanmi, as he transported government funds. The hooded assailants, numbering about five, ambushed Oyekanmi's makeshift bullion van on an overhead bridge, firing shots and making off with the funds...

Image Credit: Mehrdad Esfahani/SNN Portuguese football sensation Cristiano Ronaldo is entangled in a class-action lawsuit in the United States, accused of causing financial losses to investors who followed his promotion of Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange. The plaintiffs...

Despite securing their place in the Round of 16 with four consecutive wins, Real Madrid faces a depleted lineup due to injuries as they prepare to host Napoli in the Champions League on November 29. Manager Carlo Ancelotti, opting for caution, plans to rest key players in anticipation of...

Naira Marley and Sam Larry, recently released from police custody, made their first public appearance with Marlian signee Zinoleesky. The duo had been arraigned and remanded in connection with the death of singer Mohbad. Released on November 17 after meeting bail conditions, a video on...

Senator Dino Melaye, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the recently concluded Kogi State Governorship election, has declared his decision not to pursue legal action following his electoral defeat. Melaye, speaking at a media briefing in Abuja, pointedly attributed his choice to the...

The Celestial Church of Christ, Land of Goshen Cathedral in Lagos, is under scrutiny after announcing the inclusion of Fuji musician Wasiu Alabi Pasuma and street singer Habib Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, in its upcoming Praise Night. The flyer, shared on the church's Facebook page...

President Bola Tinubu presented his first full-year budget since assuming office in May 2024 to the National Assembly. The speech, available in its entirety, outlines the administration's focus on job-rich economic growth, macroeconomic stability, and human capital development. Tinubu's...