The Nigerian Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has told Nigerians in the diaspora to prioritise investment in their home country because US President Donald Trump’s immigration policies might get them into the next flight to Lagos or Abuja. Engr. Sule Yakubu, a top official of NiDCOM spoke on behalf of Mrs. Abike Dabiri-Erewa in Bauchi on Monday,…
The Federal Government on Tuesday disclosed that it repatriated 828 foreigners to their various countries in 2024. Interior minister, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo disclosed this at a media parley in Abuja. While he did not list their specific offences, he said the repatriation was carried out by the Nigeria Immigration Service NIS.
The Enugu State Police Command has apprehended a 33-year-old man, Sunday Echege, for allegedly severing the left wrist of his wife, Chinonso Echege, over claims of infidelity. The incident occurred in Ibagwa-Agu Farm Settlement, located in the Ibagwa-Ani community of Nsukka Local Government Area. The arrest, carried out by officers from the Okpuje Division, was…
House of Representatives member Alex Ikwechegh has humorously embraced the nickname “the man who makes things disappear,” which arose from a widely publicized confrontation with a Bolt driver in Abuja in October 2024.Speaking as a guest on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Tuesday, the lawmaker, who represents Aba North and South Federal Constituency under the…
Major General Bamidele Johnson Olawumi (Rtd) has criticized Senator Adams Oshiomhole for alleging that retired military officers are involved in illegal mining activities.Describing Oshiomhole’s claim as “reckless, unfounded, and disrespectful,” General Olawumi said the remarks tarnish the reputation of retired generals who have honorably served the nation. “As a retired officer who dedicated my life…
The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Ayodele, has issued a warning about potential terrorist attacks in several Nigerian states. The cleric, in a statement on Tuesday, said the states at risk include Nasarawa, Gombe, Plateau, Kaduna, Bauchi, Benue, Abuja, and Kogi. He urged the Chief of Defence Staff and the Chief of Army…
The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has filed a N20 billion libel suit against the Nigeria Police Force Spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Olumuyiwa Adejobi. The suit, initiated by Kanu’s lead counsel, Chief Aloy Ejimakor, was filed on Tuesday at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory…
Abia State Government has said it is not true that the proposed Teachers recruitment in Primary, Junior and Secondary School levels recently approved by Governor Alex Otti has already been marred by extortion, favouritism, secrecy among others. Recall that the State Government recently lifted embargo placed on employment by announcing her intention to recruit 2,500…
Sowore Detained Indefinitely After Rejecting ‘Illegal’ Bail Conditions Set By Nigerian Police This followed his refusal to accept their bail conditions, which he described as “illegal”. Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has announced that the Nigeria Police Force will hold him in custody until further notice. This followed his refusal to accept their bail conditions,…
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has approved the state Climate Policy and Action Plan, ESCPAP, making it the first sub-national government in Nigeria to adopt a long-term climate strategy that incorporates emissions modeling, micro energy audits, and extensive stakeholder engagement. In the same vein, the State Executive Council has also approved the Enugu State…
