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Independence Day: Tinubu Set To Address Nigerians On Thursday
President Bola Tinubu will address Nigerians on Thursday as part of activities marking the country’s Independence Day, with the speech to be broadcast live across television and other electronic media platforms. President Bola Tinubu is seeking re-election in 2027 President Bola Tinubu will address the nation on Thursday, October 1, 2026, to mark Nigeria’s independence…
EFCC Opens Probe Into Passenger Arrested With $265,000 In Kano
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has begun investigating a Nigerian passenger intercepted in Kano after $265,000 in undeclared foreign currency was allegedly found concealed in his luggage on arrival from New Delhi. File photo of EFCC operatives The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has commenced an investigation into a suspect arrested with $265,000…
Passenger Describes Flydubai Co-Pilot Attack as ‘Suicide Attempt’
A passenger said the aircraft was “pretty much out of control” after the co-pilot allegedly attacked the pilot during a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv over Jordan. Flydubai Airplane One of the pilots of the Israel-bound flydubai flight that was diverted on Wednesday attacked his co-pilot and tried to crash the plane to kill…
FUOYE Staff, Students Resist Police Attempt to Arrest Vice-Chancellor
The Federal University Oye-Ekiti Vice-Chancellor said police officers arrived at his official residence around 6:10 a.m., prompting staff and students to intervene and prevent his arrest. Some staff and students of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) on Wednesday foiled an attempt to arrest the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Joshua Ogunwole, at his residence in…
EFCC Secures Forfeiture of 431 Phones Linked to Alleged Chinese Cyber-Fraud Case
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has secured a court order permanently forfeiting 431 mobile phones allegedly acquired with proceeds of unlawful activities and used in internet fraud. File photo of EFCC operatives The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the final forfeiture to the Federal Government of 431 mobile phones allegedly linked to…
South Africa Summons US Ambassador Bozell Over ‘Undiplomatic Conduct’
South Africa has summoned US Ambassador Leo Brent Bozell III for the third time in nine months, with the foreign affairs ministry seeking an explanation over what it described as “undiplomatic conduct” amid strained relations between Pretoria and Washington. FILES: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa (Photo by Marco Longari / AFP) Conservative envoy Brent Bozell…
Atiku Calls for Transparency Over Nigeria-U.S. Health, Mining Deal
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for the details of Nigeria’s agreements with the United States on health and mining to be made public, urging greater transparency over the deals. Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has called on the Federal Government to immediately publish Nigeria’s health…
Cardiovascular Diseases Claim Over 200,000 Nigerian Lives Annually
More than 200,000 Nigerians reportedly die from cardiovascular diseases each year, highlighting the growing burden of heart-related conditions and the need for stronger prevention, early detection and treatment. Nigerian Heart Foundation (NHF) has warned that over 200,000 Nigerians die from cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) yearly, urging Nigerians to embrace heart-healthy lifestyles from childhood to reduce the country’s…
NASS Extends 2025 Budget Timeline, Sets Sights on Health, Research Bills
The National Assembly has extended the deadline for implementing the 2025 budget while lawmakers prepare to consider proposed legislation covering medical services and research. Senate President, Godswill Akpabio (left); Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele; Secretary, Finance and Accounts, National Assembly, Atiku Ibrahim and Clerk of the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, after the extension of the implementation…
Tinubu Dismisses Health Rumours, Says He Is Healthy and Ready to Work
President Bola Tinubu has dismissed reports about his health, saying he is healthy and ready to continue with his official duties. President Bola Tinubu arrives in Lagos after his extended working vacation in France on Tuesday. Photo: X / @aonanuga1956 President Bola Tinubu has dismissed concerns about his health, saying he is “healthy, sound, and…
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