Catholic priest shoots boy dead over fireworks during New Year mass
A Catholic Reverend Father allegedly shot a boy dead after he set off fireworks during the New Year Mass on January 1, 2025, in Amaimo, Ikeduru Local Government Area…
Nigeria ready for talks with Nigerien leaders to douse tension
The Federal Government, on Tuesday, said it was open to “constructive dialogue” with the leadership of Niger Republic to de-escalate the brewing diplomatic tension between the two neighbouring countries.…
Fubara presents certificate of recognition to Asari Dokubo as traditional ruler
Siminalayi Fubara, governor of Rivers, has presented a certificate of recognition to Asari Dokubo, a Niger Delta activist, as a traditional ruler in the state. Fubara presented the certificate…
Jigawa to acquire N1bn stake in Kano DisCo
Jigawa state government has approved N1 billion for the acquisition of a 10 percent stake in the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO). In a statement on Tuesday, Sagir Musa,…
X to launch payment system in 2025
Linda Yaccarino, the chief executive officer (CEO) of X, formerly Twitter, has announced that the social media platform will launch a payment system called X Money in 2025. In…
FG has submitted requirements for Simon Ekpa’s extradition, says CDS
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has confirmed that the federal government has submitted most of the requirements for Simon Ekpa’s extradition to Nigeria. Ekpa, a pro-Biafra…
DHQ: Over 10,000 terrorists killed, 7,063 hostages rescued in 2024
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says troops deployed across the country killed 10,937 terrorists, arrested 12,538 suspects, and rescued 7,063 hostages in 2024. Speaking with journalists on Tuesday in Abuja,…
FULL TEXT: Tinubu Pledges Economic Reforms, Stronger Naira in New Year Message
Fellow Nigerians, As we enter 2025, I wish everyone a happy and prosperous New Year. May you be rich in joy, success, and good health. As the new year…
Tinubu promises increased food production, inflation reduction in 2025
In a comprehensive New Year address, President Bola Tinubu outlined his administration’s ambitious plans to bolster food production, strengthen the economy, and drastically reduce inflation to 15 percent by 2025.…
Tinubu announces timeline for youth confab, to unveil national values charter in Q1 2025
President Bola Tinubu says a national youth conference organised by the federal government will begin in the first quarter of 2025. Tinubu spoke on Wednesday in his New Year…
