A devastating explosion rocked the Karu Bridge along the Abuja-Keffi Expressway on Wednesday evening, leaving multiple casualties and causing extensive damage. Eyewitnesses reported that the incident occurred after a fuel-laden truck lost control and crashed, leading to a massive explosion that engulfed several vehicles in flames. Thick black smoke billowed into the sky as frantic bystanders called for emergency services. A viral video shared by a witness, identified as General Jhamuha, showed burning vehicles and victims trapped in the inferno while people desperately called for help. “People are burning! Someone…
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Gov Okpebholo completes Remedial Work on 55km Benin-Iruekpen Federal Road
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has completed remedial works on the 55-kilometer Benin-Iruekpen federal road, easing movement for motorists and enhancing economic activities in the state. During an inspection tour of the expressway, covering Aduwawa, Obadan junction, Ugha, Okhuo, and Obagie, the governor expressed satisfaction with the quality of work delivered by the contractor. He emphasized his administration’s commitment to road infrastructure, regardless of whether they fall under federal or state jurisdiction. “You can see what my administration has done in terms of fixing federal roads in…
Niger Govt orders civil servants to refund excess february salaries or face sanctions
The Niger State Government, in collaboration with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), has directed civil servants who received multiple salary payments in February 2025 to refund the excess funds or risk penalties. According to a statement jointly signed by Comrade Idris A. Lafene, NLC State Chairman, and Comrade Ibrahim Gana, TUC State Chairman, affected workers must return the overpaid amounts to the government’s salary account by the end of March 2025. The directive mandated civil servants to include their name and control number in…
TEXT OF THE BROADCAST BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF OF THE ARMED FORCES, DECLARING STATE OF EMERGENCY IN RIVERS STATE ON TUESDAY 18 MARCH 2025
Fellow Nigerians, I feel greatly disturbed at the turn we have come to regarding the political crisis in Rivers State. Like many of you, I have watched with concern the development with the hope that the parties involved would allow good sense to prevail at the soonest, but all that hope burned out without any solution to the crisis. With the crisis persisting, there is no way democratic governance, which we have all fought and worked for over the years, can thrive in a way that will redound to…
NSCIA debunks report attributed to Sultan of Sokoto on Islamizing Nigeria ….. Warns against misinformation
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has strongly refuted a viral claim on social media alleging that the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, made a statement about an agenda to Islamize Nigeria. In a statement signed by Imam Haroun Muhammad Eze, Esq., Deputy National Legal Adviser of NSCIA, the council described the claim as baseless, malicious, and a deliberate attempt to mislead the public. “The spurious information is not only unfounded but also mischievous. The Sultan, who was falsely alleged to have…
Avocats Sans Frontières partners with NUJ to enhance Press Freedom, Digital Rights in Nigeria
Avocats Sans Frontières (ASF) has announced a strategic partnership with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) to promote press freedom and digital rights in Nigeria. The partnership was disclosed during a courtesy visit by an ASF delegation, led by board member Ivan Paneff, to the NUJ National Secretariat on Monday. Paneff highlighted the objectives of the e-Rights Project, which aimed to establish mechanisms for independent and fair access to justice while protecting the fundamental rights of journalists. The project will also provide legal aid and assistance to victims of…
Tinubu appoints Bishop Kukah as Pro-Chancellor ,Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the newly established Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State. The President also approved the appointment of key principal officers for the university. Prof. Qurix Williams Barnabas has been named Vice Chancellor, Sanusi Gambo Adamu as Registrar, Ibrahim Dalhat as Bursar, and Prof. Daniel Abubakar as University Librarian. Additionally, the President appointed members of the Governing Council, including Mr. Thomas Etuh…
Edo Police arrests Kidnap, Armed Robbery suspects, recovers firearms and cash
The Edo State Police Command has made significant breakthroughs in its fight against crime, arrested multiple suspects linked to armed robbery and kidnapping across the state. Within the last 48 hours, operatives of the Command carried out successful operations, leading to the recovery of firearms, cash, and other incriminating items. According to a release signed by the Police Public Relations Officer ,Edo State Police Command, CSP Moses Joel Yamu, the arrests were made during separate operations conducted by police operatives in collaboration with vigilante groups. The statement revealed that on…
NPC DG Dan’Agundi Flags Off 4-Day Capacity Building Programme for Research Officers
In a strategic move to enhance staff efficiency and productivity, the Director-General of the National Productivity Centre (NPC), Dr. Baffa Babba Dan’Agundi, has declared open a four-day capacity-building programme for research officers. The training aims to strengthen their knowledge, skills, and competencies in utilizing productivity tools and techniques. The programme, which commenced on March 17, 2025, at the Anti-Corruption Academy in Keffi, is themed “Basic Productivity Improvement Tools and Techniques.” While declaring the training open, Dr. Dan’Agundi reaffirmed the NPC’s commitment to driving the national productivity movement, monitoring…
FJSC appoints Kabir Eniola Akanbi as Acting Chief Registrar of Supreme Court
The Federal Judicial Service Commission (FJSC) has appointed Kabir Eniola Akanbi as the Acting Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. A statement by the Supreme Court’s Director of Information, Dr. Festus Akande, confirmed his appointment in a letter dated March 14, 2025. Akanbi replaces Hajo Bello, who retired upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 60. Before this appointment, Akanbi served as the Deputy Chief Registrar in charge of the Election Petition Tribunal Unit at the Court of Appeal headquarters in Abuja. A graduate of…