House of Representatives Committee on University Education has directed a suspension of the appointment process for a new vice-chancellor at the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) until an ongoing investigation into the institution’s leadership crisis is resolved. The committee chairman, Rep. Abubakar Fulata (APC-Jigawa), announced this decision in a statement...
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Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and former Adamawa State Governor Murtala Nyako until October 16, 2025, to reach an out-of-court settlement in the alleged N29 billion fraud case or face a full trial. During Friday’s hearing, Justice Peter Lifu expressed...
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has gifted N20 million to the University of Calabar’s (UNICAL) Dentistry Department to enhance student training and resources. The donation, presented on Friday in Calabar with dentistry students in attendance, is earmarked for acquiring five new dental chairs Obi emphasized that his...
In a groundbreaking announcement, Zeus Sports Ltd unveiled plans to host Nigeria’s most monumental boxing event in partnership with the World Boxing Federation (WBF) in Anambra, promising a global showcase of talent and culture. Speaking to sports journalists in Awka on Friday, renowned promoter, Emmanuel Emenogu revealed that the...
Defence Headquarters (DHQ) reports that Nigerian troops have eliminated numerous terrorists, liberated over 170 kidnapped individuals, and prevented oil theft worth N241.2 million across various operational zones. Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Markus Kangye, gave an overview of military activities from July 10 to July 22 during a...
By ANIEFIOK UDONQUAK, Uyo – Ibom Air has announced the expansion of flight schedule on the Enugu and Calabar routes in line with its commitment to improving connectivity and offering greater convenience to passengers. According to the airline, effective July 25, 2025, flights from Lagos and Abuja to Calabar...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed Manu Garba as the Head Coach of the national U-17 men’s team, the Golden Eaglets, and Moses Aduku as the Head Coach of the national U-20 women’s team, the Falconets. According to a statement released on Friday by Ademola...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has reported that a suspected vandal was fatally electrocuted while attempting to tamper with Tower 34 along the Nkalagu-Abakaliki 132 Kilo Volt (kV) Line in Ebonyi State on July 19. The company’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Mrs. Ndidi...
By HARUNA AHMED, Gusau – Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has confirmed the passing of Alhaji Ibrahim Bello, the Emir of Gusau, who died at the age of 71 after a prolonged illness. The announcement was made through a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Idris, on Friday. According...
Adeshina Fasasi, a witness for the defense, testified on Thursday before the Federal High Court in Abuja that an analysis of suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari’s call records showed no communication with any phone number associated with a suspected cocaine dealer, referred to as Mike Coke. Fasasi,...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has scheduled its national elective convention to select new national officers for November 15 and 16 in Ibadan. This decision was announced in a communiqué issued following the NEC’s 101st meeting in Abuja on Thursday....
Newly elected National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has vowed to bolster the party’s membership base and ensure a decisive win in the 2027 general elections. Yilwatda spoke on Thursday at the APC’s National Working Committee (NWC) meeting in Abuja on Thursday after assuming...
Bayelsa farmers sue Ecobank over unauthorized deductions from their account, demand N58bn in damages
Bayelsa farmers sue Ecobank over unauthorized deductions from their account, demand N58bn in damages
Maize Growers, Processors, and Marketers Association of Nigeria (MAGPMAN) in Bayelsa has filed a lawsuit against Ecobank Plc at the State High Court 14 in Yenagoa, alleging unauthorized deductions from their accounts. The farmers claim that the bank’s actions resulted in significant financial losses, accusing Ecobank of mishandling their...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Damaturu – A powerful windstorm, coupled with heavy rainfall, has claimed four lives and demolished 1,637 mud houses across Yobe State since May 9. Executive Secretary of the Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (YOSEMA), Dr. Muhammad Goje, shared this information with journalists in Damaturu on Thursday....
Kogi State Police Command has reported that Jacob Adebayo Pelumi, the prime suspect in the murder of photojournalist Ayo Aiyepeku, was found dead in an apparent suicide. The command’s spokesperson, SP Williams Ovye-Aya, disclosed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Lokoja. According to Ovye-Aya,...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – Plateau State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to rebuilding trust and fostering peaceful coexistence, describing peacebuilding as both a moral obligation and an economic necessity. The assurance was delivered on behalf of Governor Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang by the Commissioner for Information and Communication,...
By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja – Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transitioned from a buzzword into a tangible driver of innovation, pushing boundaries across multiple industries. AI enablement refers to the structured approach businesses take to integrate AI capabilities into their existing processes and systems. It’s more than just implementing smart...
The emergence of digital customer service has transformed how companies interact with their customers. Equipped with new tools and platforms, businesses can offer streamlined, efficient support catering to the digital-savvy consumer. Understanding the nuances of this service model is critical for any company looking to thrive in the digital...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transitioned from a buzzword into a tangible driver of innovation, pushing boundaries across multiple industries. AI enablement refers to the structured approach businesses take to integrate AI capabilities into their existing processes and systems. It’s more than just implementing smart technology; it’s about creating an...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed concerns about a recent coalition that adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its platform for the 2027 general elections, asserting it remains unperturbed. Speaking at the PDP National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja on Thursday, Acting National...