FG Distributes 42,000 Life Jackets to 12 States for Water Safety
Federal Government has flagged off the distribution of 42,000 life jackets to 12 states across the country to enhance safe water transportation, as part of the 2025 Safety and Enlightenment Campaign. At the campaign launch in Minna yesterday, Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, said the initiative is to promote the use of […]
FG Launches N110bn Medical School Upgrade
The Federal Government has launched a N110 billion Tertiary Education Trust Fund project to rehabilitate medical schools in 18 universities across Nigeria. Each of the beneficiary institutions will receive approximately N4 billion to rehabilitate infrastructure, including lecture theaters, laboratories, and student hostels. The project aims to expand the country’s capacity to train medical professionals, including […]
Vatican to Hold Papal Conclave from May 7
The Vatican says about 135 Cardinals from across the world will meet from May 7 in a secret conclave to elect the next pope, following the death and burial of Pope Francis. Vatican spokesman, Matteo Bruni, said cardinals will take part in a solemn mass at St Peter’s Basilica, after which those eligible to vote […]
NRC to resume Warri-Itakpe train service April 30
The Management of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) says the Warri-Itakpe Train Service (WITS) will resume on Wednesday April 30. its Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Dr Kayode Opeifa, in a statement yesterday said the suspension of the services was to enable the management to improve on the operational capacity, redundancy and customer delivery. He said […]
FG ready to pay Outstanding 5 months wage award arrears
The Federal Government has announced plans to commence payment of the outstanding five months’ wage award arrears to workers immediately. Director of Press, Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, Bawa Mokwa, who made this known in a statement, explained that while the Federal Government had earlier disbursed five months’ worth of the wage […]
David Thomas, Pere Ubu Lead Singer, Passes Away at 71
David Thomas, the iconic lead singer of Pere Ubu, has passed away at the age of 71. His death occurred on Wednesday, April 23, at his home in Brighton and Hove, East Sussex, England, after a prolonged illness, as confirmed by the band in a Facebook post. Thomas was surrounded by his wife and daughter […]
Joe and Jill Biden to Attend Pope Francis’ Funeral
Former U.S. President Joe Biden and former First Lady Jill Biden are set to attend the funeral of Pope Francis this Saturday, according to a statement from Biden’s office shared with AFP. Their presence underscores a deep and personal connection with the late pontiff. The Bidens will make the journey independently, not flying aboard Air […]
2Face Idibia Named Benue Entertainment Adviser
Nigerian singer, 2Face Idibia, has been appointed Technical Adviser on Entertainment and Community Outreach to Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia. The announcement was made during a visit by the artist to the Government House in Makurdi yesterday, as shared in a video that gained traction on X. Governor Alia acknowledged Idibia’s support for his administration, and […]
Enugu to Host First International City Marathon May 3
Enugu State will on Saturday May 3, 2025, host more than 100 international athletes, for the inaugural edition of the Enugu City International Marathon. In a statement, the Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, said the race is to be used to tell Enugu’s unique story and showcase the State as a tourist and commerce destination […]
IMF Urges Bold Reforms as Global Debt Nears 100% of GDP
The International Monetary Fund, IMF, has expressed concern at the mounting global economic uncertainties and debt burden, charging policymakers to act boldly to decrease debt, rebuild financial buffers and rebuild public trust, tax fairly and spend wisely with a long term plan. In the latest Fiscal Monitor published yesterday in Washington, USA, the IMF warns […]
