By Ibironke Ariyo, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) On Nigeria’s busy highways, tragedy can unfold in seconds. Twisted metal, shattered windscreens and injured passengers often become grim reminders of how fragile life can be. In such moments, emergency response frequently determines whether victims survive or succumb to their injuries. AcrossContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi The equities market rebounded on Monday from its previous session’s loss as investors gained N1.725 trillion. Investors renewed interest in key stocks like: NGX Group, Aradel, Union Homes Real Estate Investment, Sovereign Trust Insurance, PZ and 26 other advancing stocks contributed to the market’s positive performance. TheContinue Reading
By Isaiah Eka The Akwa Ibom Government says it has cleared all inherited bank debts totalling N39.83 billion including the principal and interest. The Commissioner for Finance, Mr Emem Bob, disclosed this at the state government’s monthly news briefing in Uyo on Monday. Bob further said that as at Dec.Continue Reading
By Taiye Agbaje The Federal High Court on Monday, granted an application by the Department of State Services (DSS) for accelerated hearing in the ongoing prosecution of five men accused of the Aug. 26, 2011, bombing of the United Nations’ Building in Abuja. Justice Emeka Nwite granted the order whileContinue Reading
By Talatu Maiwada Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa has described his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a strategic move to strengthen the party and secure at least 85 per cent of votes in 2027. Fintiri made this known on Monday in Yola during an APC stakeholders’ meetingContinue Reading
By Christian Njoku A Cross River-based NGO, Hope Ability Empowerment Initiative, has commended the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for evolving reforms that will protect the interest of physically challenged people. Dr Martina Ntino, the Executive Director, made the commendation in an interview with the News Agency of NigeriaContinue Reading
By Suleiman Shehu Security experts have identified injustice and lack of accountability as some of the factors contributing to insecurity in Nigeria. The security experts stated this at the annual Ramadan lecture organised by the Muslim Lawyers’ Association of Nigeria (MULAN), Oyo State Branch, in Ibadan. The News Agency ofContinue Reading
By Joy Kaka The arraignment of the Chief Executive Officer of EFAB Properties Limited, Fabian Nwaora, for alleged forgery was on Monday stalled due to his absence in an Abuja High Court. The Inspector-General of Police charged Nwaora with seven counts bordering on forgery. The defence counsel, Ezekiel Egbo, toldContinue Reading
By Ehigimetor Igbaugba Some youths in Cross River have urged the Federal and state governments to urgently intervene on the collapsed portions of the Ikom-Boki-Obudu Highway. Some of the youths who spoke to newsmen in Calabar on Sunday, said that no fewer than 80 communities in five local government areasContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Sen. Oluremi Tinubu have congratulated Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), on his 84th birthday. The president and his wife described Adeboye as one of Nigeria’s greatest gifts and a spiritual pillar who continuallyContinue Reading
