UK Threatens To Punish Nigerian Politicians Involved In Electoral Violence
The United Kingdom says it will use its visa programme to punish Nigerian politicians involved in electoral violence during and after the 2023 general elections, either directly or indirectly. The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Catriona Laing, who gave the warning in an interview with newsman, promised that the UK government would support the Independent […]
Air strikes against bandit enclaves in Kaduna continue – Kaduna State government
The Kaduna State government said the air component of Operation Whirl Punch has sustained its aerial assaults on identified bandit enclaves around Kaduna State. A statement issued by Kaduna State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan explained that according to operational feedback to the Kaduna State Government, a major enclave south of […]
Yobe woman starved by husband dies in hospital
Sadiya, a middle-aged housewife, who was detained and starved for a year by her husband in Nguru, Yobe State has reportedly died in hospital. According to reports, Sadiya died on Saturday in Kano, while receiving medical attention at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital. A mother of four, Sadiya was rescued by her mother Hadiza after she […]
Today in history: International Mens Day
Today, November 19 the world recognises the masculine figure as it marks the ‘International men’s day’. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the contributions of men to society, their health and well-being. It is also a day that focuses on the challenges men face in their day to day lives and the positive […]
US Transfers $20.6m Abacha Loot To FG, Total Repatriation Hits $332m
The United States Department of Justice said it has transferred over $20.6 million to the Federal Government of Nigeria as part of the loot traced to former Nigerian military leader General Sani Abacha and his co-conspirators. The US DoJ, in a statement on Thursday, said the fresh repatriation brings the total amount forfeited and returned […]
TikTok bans influencer over fake news about Osinbajo’s daughter
A Liberian TikTok content creator identified as @Realcharley22, has been banned by the social media platform for spreading fake news about a daughter of the vice president of Nigeria, Kiki Osinbajo. The TikTok influencer had posted earlier in the week that Kiki was arrested in the United Kingdom because she was in possession of large […]
Seeing poverty statistics drop in Kaduna before May 29, 2023 is my utmost desire – Saude Atoyebi
Saude Amina Atoyebi is the Kaduna State Focal Person for the National Social Investment and Head of Kaduna State Social Investment Office (KADSIO), Kaduna State Government House. In this interview with SOLA OJO, she said in addition to being instrumental to development and approval of Kaduna State Social Protection policy by the State Executive Council, […]
NIGERIAN NEWSPAPERS: FIVE STORIES THAT TRENDED WITHIN THE WEEK
Good morning! below are summary of five stories that got people talking within the week: 1. Bola Tinubu, presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Tuesday, suffered a gaffe while speaking at the flag-off of his campaign in Plateau state. The rally was held at the Rwang Pam township stadium in Jos, capital […]
Blackout in some part of Kaduna, management apologises
Some part of Kaduna state have experienced total blackout since yesterday. Areas affected are: Gwamma road, Badiko, Levetis, Tudun Wada, central Market, Kadpoly, Narayi, parts of Barnawa, Highcost, Federal Housing and Gonin gora. In a statement released by the management of Kaduna electric signed by the head, coperate communication, Abdulazzez Abdullahi the outage is caused […]
World Cup: Qatar Bans Beer Sales At Stadiums
World Cup chiefs on Friday banned beer sales around stadiums in a stunning U-turn just two days before kickoff. Alcohol is largely prohibited in the Islamic nation but the organisers sparked anger from fans with their dramatic decision. Football’s world governing body FIFA said beer would not be sold to fans around any of the […]