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Photo: Former Edo Governor, Godwin Obaseki By Didimoko A. Didimoko Lawmakers in Edo State have authorised Governor Monday Okpebholo to work with anti-corruption agencies to recover ₦17.5 billion in bond proceeds still held by two escrow agents appointed under former Governor Godwin Obaseki. The funds represent the balance of a…

Nigeria’s federal government said it will move ahead with implementing new tax laws from Jan. 1, 2026, despite mounting calls for a suspension following allegations that the versions passed by parliament differ from the copies later published in the official gazette. The dispute intensified last week after Abdussamad Dasuki, a…

The Federal Government has said its recent diplomatic disagreement with the United States, during which US President Donald Trump reportedly threatened military intervention over alleged mass killings of Christians in Nigeria, has been largely resolved. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this on Monday at a…

The Federal Government has formally classified kidnappers and violent armed groups as terrorists, marking a major escalation in Nigeria’s response to abductions, attacks on farmers, and violence against local communities. The designation was announced on Monday by the Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, during the federal government’s end-of-year press briefing…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Federal Government has approved mandatory drug testing as a prerequisite for employment in the federal public service, in a renewed effort to curb the growing problem of substance abuse in the country. The directive was conveyed to permanent secretaries, heads of extra-ministerial departments and parastatals, according…

By Deborah Nnamdi One person has been killed and a residential building has been razed following a clash between Itsekiri youths from Ugborodo and neighbouring Ogidigben riverine communities in Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State. The deceased, identified as Emiko Onuwaje, was reportedly attacked and killed along a…

By Deborah Nnamdi The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has commended Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, for what he described as responsible leadership, saying President Bola Tinubu is pleased with the governor’s performance. Ribadu said Rivers State ranks among the most peaceful states in the country, attributing…

Award-winning Nigerian singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has staked $25,000 on goals ahead of Nigeria’s opening match against Tanzania at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The singer shared a screenshot of his bet slip on Sunday via his X page, showing a wager on both teams…

By Deborah Nnamdi The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has issued a public alert on the recall of Indomie Vegetable Flavour noodles due to the presence of undeclared allergens that could pose serious health risks to consumers. In a statement released on Sunday, NAFDAC’s Director-General, Mojisola…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Federal Government has secured the release of 130 schoolchildren abducted by gunmen from St. Mary’s Primary and Secondary School in Papiri, Niger State. The development was confirmed on Sunday by presidential spokesman, Sunday Dare, in a post on his official X handle. Dare announced that all…