As the world celebrated World Radio Day, the Federal Government (FG) called on all radio stations in Nigeria to leverage their platforms to raise awareness about climate change and its impact on the nation.   World Radio Day, observed annually on February 13, was established by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) to highlight the vital role of radio in shaping societies. In a statement on Thursday, Minister…

The United Nations Emergency Relief Coordinator, Tom Fletcher, has allocated $5 million from its Central Emergency Fund (CERF) to support flood preparedness efforts in Nigeria. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Wednesday by the UN’s Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Malick Fall. The funding aims to help mitigate the impact of anticipated floods, particularly in northern states, where flooding is often linked to food insecurity and disease…

A Nigerian migrant wins UK asylum after joining IPOB, despite a judge admitting her claims were false. Case sparks debate over UK immigration laws and reforms. A UK Judge Grants Asylum Despite Acknowledging Deception. A Nigerian migrant, who had unsuccessfully sought asylum in the UK eight times, was ultimately granted the right to stay after joining the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), a group classified as a terrorist organization in…

Elon Musk slams U.S. immigration spending, Trump suggests dismantling FEMA, and political tensions rise over migrant aid and disaster relief funding. Elon Musk has criticized the U.S. government’s allocation of $59 million in federal funds, calling it “gross insubordination to the President’s executive order” and stating that the money would be recouped. The figure has sparked controversy, as officials have not provided clarity on its origin or details. The New…

Egypt’s Sisi refuses a White House visit over Gaza displacement talks. U.S. aid to Egypt and Jordan is at risk as Trump pressures Arab leaders to accept refugees Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has reportedly declined an invitation to the White House, refusing to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump if discussions include the forced displacement of Palestinians from Gaza. Two high-ranking Egyptian security sources confirmed the decision, emphasizing Egypt’s…

A Nigerian man has allegedly killed his wife by striking her on the head with a hammer, after accusing her of making video calls with other men in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. The shocking incident came to light through a viral TikTok post on Wednesday, where the suspect, who has already been arrested, narrated his side of the story. According to him, he had repeatedly warned his wife to…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected the recent 50% increase in telecom tariffs, calling for an immediate rollback to the previous rates. The union has threatened to shut down the operations of telecom providers if the hike is not reversed by March 1, 2025.  The NLC and the Federal Government previously formed a 10-member committee to review the tariff adjustment and provide recommendations before any implementation. However, despite this…

On Wednesday, the House of Representatives advanced four tax reform bills submitted by President Bola Tinubu in 2024, approving them for the next legislative stage after scaling second reading. The bills Nigeria Tax Bill 2024, Tax Administration Bill, Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Bill, and Joint Revenue Board Establishment Bill—were drafted following recommendations from the Taiwo Oyedele-led Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms. With their second reading completed, the bills…

Popular preacher, Pastor Abel Damina of the Abel Damina Ministries has stirred controversy by stating that those who call themselves gospel music ministers are no different from mainstream artists like Davido, Tiwa Savage, and Burna Boy. According to Damina, there is no biblical basis for the term “gospel music minister,” adding that there is nothing gospel about their lyrics. The clergyman made the remarks while addressing his congregation, referencing a…

Tinubu discusses AI advancement in Nigeria with Google in France President Bola Tinubu has had discussions with Sundar Pichai, who is the chief executive officer (CEO) of Alphabet Inc. and its subsidiary, Google in Paris, the French capital city, in images posted by the presidency. The President is currently on a private visit ahead of his trip to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for the upcoming African Union (AU) Summit. The president…

Another bout of blackout and loss of income occasioned by businesses shutdown is imminent as Nigerians were thrown into yet another round of power chaos with the nation’s electricity grid suffering a “grid disturbance” just before noon today, causing widespread outages across several parts of the country. The Nigeria National Grid, in a brief statement on X (formerly Twitter), confirmed the collapse but provided little detail on the extent of…

Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s commitment to fostering strategic global partnerships has taken a significant step forward with the launch of the ‘Plateau Agro-Innovation Makerspace’, an initiative aimed at equipping young people with modern agricultural and technological skills.   Established through a collaboration between the ‘United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)’ and the the state government, the high-tech facility is designed to drive youth empowerment, economic transformation, and sustainable development across the state. Located…