Racist Text Messages Referencing Slavery Target Black Americans Nationwide, Prompting FBI Investigation
Racist text messages referencing slavery sent to Black individuals, including students as young as middle schoolers, sparked alarm nationwide this week, prompting investigations by the FBI and other agencies. The anonymous messages, reported in states such as New York, Alabama, California, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee, had a similar tone but varied in wording. Some directed […]
Minister Calls for More Funding for Almajiri Education to Address Out-of-School Crisis
Tunji Alausa, Nigeria’s Minister of Education, has urged the federal government to allocate additional funds to the Almajiri education system in a bid to tackle the country’s escalating out-of-school children crisis. The Almajiri system, a traditional form of Islamic education primarily practiced in northern Nigeria, involves children mainly boys (Almajiri) and girls (Almajira) being sent […]
National Grid Instability to Continue Amid Ongoing Repairs, TCN Warns
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has cautioned that instability in the national grid is expected to persist due to ongoing repairs, following another collapse on Thursday—the second in just three days. Ndidi Mbah, TCN’s General Manager for Public Affairs, explained that a sudden frequency spike from 50.33Hz to 51.44Hz caused a disruption around 11:29 […]
Abia Polytechnic Renamed in Honor of First Governor Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu
The Abia State government has renamed the Aba Polytechnic in honor of Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, the state’s first democratically elected governor and a former Minister of Science and Technology. Governor Alex Otti made this announcement on Thursday during a commendation service held in Umuahia, the state capital, celebrating Dr. Onu’s contributions to Abia and Nigeria. […]
Governor Obaseki Unfazed by Potential EFCC Arrest, Reflects on Edo Reforms Legacy
Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki hinted at the possibility of an Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrest once his tenure ends, sharing his thoughts during the EdoBEST National Results-Sharing Session in Abuja. The event, themed “EdoBEST: A Legacy of Re-engineering Education in Sub-Saharan Africa,” took place yesterday, where Obaseki reflected on his administration’s achievements […]
Kamoru Ogunlana Appointed as Next Clerk to National Assembly
The National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) has appointed Kamoru Ogunlana as the new Clerk to the National Assembly (CNA), with his tenure officially commencing on February 2, 2025. The appointment, confirmed in a letter dated November 6, 2024, was signed by NASC Executive Chairman Engr. Ahmed Kadi Amshi, who lauded Ogunlana’s dedication and administrative skill. […]
NNPCL Denies Involvement in Adulterated Fuel Sales, Rejects Viral Video Claim
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has clarified that it does not engage in the sale of adulterated petrol, rejecting claims made in a viral video. The company’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, issued a statement on Thursday reaffirming NNPC Retail Ltd’s commitment to high standards and quality control at all stages of […]
Deputy Speaker Calls for Comprehensive Data on Climate-Induced Displacement in Nigeria
Ben Kalu, the Deputy Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, has called on the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) to provide more detailed data on the country’s internally displaced persons (IDPs), with a particular emphasis on those displaced by climate change. Kalu made the appeal during a meeting with the […]
Trump’s Re-Election Sparks European Concerns Over Future of U.S. Support for Ukraine
Donald Trump’s re-election has sparked deep discussions across Europe, with dozens of leaders gathering in Budapest for a timely opportunity to address the implications. During Trump’s first term, U.S.-Europe relations grew tense, with Trump frequently criticizing European nations for not contributing more to their own defense. He also expressed frustration over the U.S. trade deficit […]
President Biden Congratulates Trump on Election Victory, Emphasizes Smooth Transition and Unity
President Joe Biden spoke with former President Donald Trump by phone on Wednesday to congratulate him on his election victory, according to a statement from the White House. “President Biden expressed his commitment to a smooth transition and stressed the importance of working together to unify the country,” the White House statement read. Biden also […]
