UNICEF raises alarm as child malnutrition soars in Ebonyi
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has sounded a fresh alarm over the rising rate of child malnutrition, describing it as one of the most critical public health challenges confronting Ebonyi State. The concern was made on Monday in Abakaliki,…
NNPC Slashes Petrol Price
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has reduced petrol prices at its retail stations in Lagos, Abuja, and other states by at least N20 per litre. Current pump prices now range between N895 and N965.In Lagos, the price dropped…
NLC to Hold Nationwide Protest December 17 Over Rising Insecurity
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced plans to hold a nationwide protest on December 17 over insecurity in the country. This is contained in a communiqué issued on Monday at the end of the NLC National Executive Council (NEC)…
CBN Moves to Scrap Two Referee Requirements for Current Bank Accounts
CBN Moves to Scrap Two Referee Requirements for Current Bank Accounts Industry experts say scrapping the referee requirement would reduce friction, expand financial inclusion and bring Nigeria in line with global best practices, where digital identity tools not handwritten references…
President Traoré Sets the Pace for AES Biometric ID Card Adoption
Burkina Faso’s President Ibrahim Traoré has officially become the first holder of the new AES biometric identity card, underscoring the alliance’s push for deeper regional integration. The card, which is valid for a decade, includes modern security elements that meet…
Cross River grants all civil, public servants 20-day Christmas, new year leave
The Cross River government has directed all civil and public servants in the state to proceed on a 20-day leave for them to participate fully in the forthcoming Christmas and new year festivities. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports…
Guatemalan mayor shot dead during Christmas parade
Mayor Nelson Marroquin was killed by gunmen at a Christmas parade in Guatemala, a country battling high gang violence and prison escapes GUATEMALA CITY: A small-town mayor was shot dead by gunmen while participating in a Christmas parade. Nelson…
I am not contesting in 2027 — Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello
I am not contesting in 2027 — Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello, the daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo and a former Senator who represented the Ogun Central senatorial district between 2007 and 2011, has responded to rumours…
Ribadu Hosts U.S. Lawmakers, Calls for Stronger Security Ties
National Security Adviser (NSA) Malam Nuhu Ribadu on Sunday received a United States Congressional delegation in Abuja, reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to enhancing its strategic security cooperation with Washington. In a post on his official X handle, Ribadu said the…
Failed Coup Reported in Benin Republic, Calm Restored
Military personnel in Benin on Sunday announced that they had ousted President Patrice Talon, although his entourage said he was safe and the army was regaining control. Soldiers calling themselves the “Military Committee for Refoundation” (CMR), said on state television…