The abduction and gruesome murder of Mr. Clement Hamo, a candidate vying for the traditional leadership position of the serene riverside town of Agbere in Sagbama Local Government Area of Bayelsa State has thrown the community into confusion and mourning. According to reports, Hamo was kidnapped from his residence on Christmas Day by unidentified gunmen who used the river as their escape route. His decapitated body was discovered days later…

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has given reason for his absence from the governors’ visit to President Bola Tinubu’s Lagos home on New Year’s Day, saying political meaning should not be read into it. The governors, under the umbrella of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) visited the president at his Bourdillon Road home in Ikoyi, Lagos on Wednesday. Among the governors in attendance were; Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Siminalayi Fubara…

Subscribers of MTN and other telecommunication companies (TELCOs) will face hard times as the operators move to increase their service tariffs in the country. This comes after the Chief Executive of MTN Nigeria, Karl Toriola, disclosed that the telecommunications firms have sent a proposal to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for a 100 percent service tariff increase. Toriola spoke during an interview on Arise TV on Thursday, where he said…

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially announced the opening of its portal for the 2024 Batch C Stream II registration for Prospective Corps Members (PCMs). In a brief statement posted on its social media platforms, the NYSC confirmed that the portal will open on January 6, 2025. The statement emphasized, “Online registration for 2024 Batch C Stream II begins on January 6, 2025.” This announcement marks the start…

The Kaduna State Police Command has launched a comprehensive investigation into an alleged assassination attempt on Senator Usman Lawal, representing Kaduna-Central. The probe was initiated after the senator claimed on social media that he escaped an assassination attempt by thugs in Kaduna North on Wednesday. According to a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, Mansir Hassan, the police were unaware of the alleged assassination attempt until they stumbled upon a…

In a bid to enhance transparency and accountability within the public service, the Federal Ministry of Finance has inaugurated the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) Committee. The Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Lydia Jafiya, emphasised that the inauguration of the ACTU Committee is a pivotal step in the Ministry’s collective commitment to fostering integrity and exemplifies its steadfast dedication to ensuring that it remains a model of ethical conduct and good governance.…

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a stern warning that 2025 could witness a prolonged confrontation between the union and the Federal Government unless concrete actions are taken to address long-standing issues in the university system. The union, led by Prof. Ayo Akinwole of the Ibadan chapter, criticised the federal government’s efforts in 2024 as insufficient, claiming that no significant changes were made in the university sector.…

Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, declared on Wednesday that with the newly developed Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport, the state is on track to becoming Nigeria’s leading agro-allied export hub. Speaking in his New Year address, broadcast statewide, the governor expressed optimism that 2025 would usher in a period of unprecedented progress in food production, infrastructure, and government services, marking a historic transformation for the state. Governor Oyebanji highlighted…

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has unveiled its 2024 annual report, detailing significant strides in crime reduction and security operations across the territory.   In a statement posted on its official X page yesterday, the command disclosed that from January to December 2024, a total of 1,426 cases were reported, leading to the arrest of 1,077 suspects. Among the reported cases, 104 kidnapping incidents resulted in the arrest of…

Schools May Close and Elderly at Risk as Met Office Warns of -10°C Temperatures Across Britain Britain is set to endure an intense cold snap this weekend, with temperatures plunging as low as -10°C (14°F) and heavy snow forecast to blanket much of the country. Forecasters warn that the severe weather could cut off rural communities, disrupt schools, and paralyze travel infrastructure. The Met Office has issued a 45-hour yellow…

Dr. Daniel Olukoya, the General Overseer of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), has called on believers around the world to deepen their spiritual connection with God as a key strategy to overcome the challenges that lie ahead in 2025. Speaking during the church’s inter-denominational Cross Over/Prosperity Night service at Prayer City along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Olukoya declared the year 2025 as one of “restoration” and “divine intervention.” The…

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has voiced strong opposition to President Bola Tinubu’s proposed tax reforms, asserting that they are “inimical to the unity of the country” and would harm the welfare of Nigerians. Represented by his Deputy, Aminu Gwarzo, during the 2025 celebration at the Filin Mahaha in Kano, Yusuf declared that the tax reform bill was not a solution to Nigeria’s economic challenges. Deputy Governor Gwarzo, speaking…