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The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) expressed deep concern over the rising number of cases of vandalism targeting transmission lines and towers, warning that this trend is severely disrupting the nation’s power grid and infrastructure.TCN’s General Manager Public Affairs Mrs Ndidi Mbah, made this known in a statement while reacting to the weekend destruction of the 330kV Lokoja–Gwagwalada transmission line I.“The TCN hereby reports that vandals have once again attacked…
A Human Rights advocacy group, Women Concerns, has called on Reuters News Agency to apologise to the Nigerian military over unsubstantiated allegations of forced abortion in its counter-insurgency operations in the North East.Convener of the group, Aishatu Balarabe, made the call in a statement on Monday in Abuja.Balarabe said that the international news agency falsely alleged that the military deliberately attacked women and children or carried out secret abortions in…
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted dust haze and rain across the country from Monday to Wednesday.NiMet’s weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja envisaged slight dust haze on Monday with localised visibility of 2 km to 5km in the northern region during the forecast hours.“In the North Central region, slight dust haze with localised visibility of 2km to 5km is expected during the forecast period.“In the South, sunny…
The 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has donated N60 million to tertiary institutions in Anambra State. In a statement on his X page, Mr Obi announced a donation of N50 million to Eter University, Achina, Anambra State, and an additional N10 million to the College of Nursing Sciences in Adazi Nnukwu. The former Anambra State Governor explained that these contributions, made during his visit to the institutions,…
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has said the political crisis in the state is divinely orchestrated to allow God to perfect His purpose in granting the state political freedom and economic growth. The governor spoke at the thanksgiving service to celebrate the appointment of His Royal Majesty, Eze Chike Worlu Wodo as the Chairman of Rivers State Traditional Rulers Council. The event was held at the Shepard’s Hill Parish…
A 55-year-old man, identified as Olubunmi Johnson has been arrested by the Ogun State Police Command for allegedly setting his wife, Kikelomo on fire in their apartment on Fagbuyi Street, Ilogbo, in the Ota area of Ogun State. According to Punch, an eyewitness on Saturday evening said the incident happened around 8:30 p.m. on Friday, following a domestic dispute though the exact circumstances leading to the confrontation has not been…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed its state councils to commence an indefinite strike from December 1, 2024, in states where the new N70,000 minimum wage is not fully implemented. The directive was announced in a communiqué issued by NLC President Joe Ajaero following the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The NLC called on the Federal Government to reassess policies deemed anti-people, arguing…
Following a historic 2024 election win, Trump begins his transition back to the White House, focusing on cabinet selections, policy priorities, and national security prep. His January 20 inauguration marks his second term start. Following a historic comeback victory in the 2024 presidential election, Donald Trump has become president-elect of the United States, having defeated current vice president Kamala Harris in a highly contested race. This election marks a rare…
A new study suggests the human lifespan may cap at 115.7 years for women and 114.1 for men. Despite rising average life expectancies, scientists identify a biological ceiling for maximum age. Despite advances in medicine and lifestyle that allow people to live longer than ever, scientists now believe there’s a hard ceiling to human lifespan. According to groundbreaking research from the Netherlands, statisticians at Tilburg and Rotterdam’s Erasmus University have…
“Crimea is Gone,” says Former Trump Adviser Bryan Lanza, hinting at a possible shift in U.S. policy on Ukraine. The incoming administration may prioritize peace negotiations over Ukraine’s territorial goals . A former adviser to President-elect Donald Trump has revealed insights into the incoming administration’s intended approach to the conflict in Ukraine. According to Bryan Lanza, a senior campaign adviser for Trump’s 2024 presidential run, the new administration will prioritize…
The Presidency has accused the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general elections, Atiku Abubakar of envy, saying he is more interested in undermining President Bola Tinubu than in ‘addressing his party’s implosion.’ Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a statement on Sunday, also said the former Vice-President was not qualified to contest in the first place, having failed…
Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, has said that no amount of protest can stop the bid to sanitize the nation’s capital. Task force acting on the orders of the minister demolished the Ruga settlement along Airport Road, Lugbe, last week, triggering outrage. Protesters, led by an activist, Deji Adeyanju, had hit the streets while accusing FCT task force, known as “Operation Sweep,” of heavy-handed tactics. The activist…
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