FEC Approves ₦10.3bn for Health Sector Projects
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved about ₦10.3 billion for various health sector projects aimed at improving access to quality healthcare for Nigerians. Briefing State house Correspondent after FEC on Wednesday, Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, said the approval includes funds for essential medicines, diagnostic kits, and medical equipment. Specifically, ₦997 million […]
Akpabio Denies Sexual Harassment Allegations
The Nigerian Senate President, Godswill Akpabio has categorically denied allegations of sexual harassment made against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Centre), which is now before a court of competent jurisdiction. Senator Akpabio at the start today’s plenary session while reacting to the alleged sexual harassment by Senator Natasha stressed that he has always upheld high […]
Chelle Names 35-Man Squad for World Cup Qualifiers
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has named a 35-man provisional squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. Captain Ahmed Musa, Troost-Ekong, and Joe Aribo return, while six new faces join. The squad includes home-based players like Papa Mustapha and Kayode Bankole, with injured Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and long-absent Maduka Okoye also listed. […]
Trump Defends Policies in First Congressional Address
President Donald Trump delivered his first address to Congress since reclaiming office, using the speech to defend his policy decisions within his first 43 days. He justified halting military aid to Ukraine and imposing 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico. On Ukraine, Trump revealed he had received a letter from President Volodymyr Zelensky, […]
LeBron James Becomes First NBA Player to Hit 50,000 Points
LeBron James has become the first player in NBA history to score 50,000 career points, further cementing his legacy as the league’s all-time leading scorer. The Los Angeles Lakers star hit the milestone on Tuesday against the New Orleans Pelicans with a 25-foot three-pointer, bringing his total to 50,002 points. James, now 40, had already […]
Tinubu Appoints Ogunjimi as Accountant General
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Shamsedeen Ogunjimi as the new Accountant General of the Federation. Announcing this in a statement, Presidential Spokesman, Bayo Onanuga said the appointment followed a thorough selection process, including a written test, ICT assessment, and oral interviews. The 57 year old Ogunjimi will assume office on March 7, 2025, the same […]
Federal Government Plans to Regularise Electricity Tariffs
The Federal Government plans to regularise electricity tariffs in a bid to address disparities in the current billing system. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, said the government is considering this option over the slow pace of migration to Band A customers, which he attributed to the reluctance of Distribution Companies to make the necessary investments. […]
Legendary Actor Gene Hackman Dies at 95
Legendary actor Gene Hackman, known for his iconic roles in The French Connection and Superman, has passed away at the age of 95. Hackman and his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, were found dead at their home in Santa Fe Summit on Wednesday, February 26, according to the Santa Fe New Mexican. County Sheriff Adan […]
South East Caucus Calls for Reopening of Onitsha Bridgehead Market
The South East Caucus in the House of Representatives has urged the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) to consider reopening the Onitsha Bridgehead Market in Anambra. The leader of the caucus, Hon. Igariwey Enwo at news conference on Tuesday, said that the caucus condemn the activities of unscrupulous traders in […]
NAICOM Mandates Insurance Companies to Cover Case Resolution Costs
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has stated that insurance companies are now required to cover the costs of every case it resolves. Head of its Communication and Stakeholders Management Sub-committee, Mrs Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu, said the decision was made at the Insurers’ Committee Meeting held yesterday where it was agreed that the move aimed to sanitise […]
