Federal Government Launches 500-Unit Housing Estate in Kano

The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has initiated the construction of a 500-unit housing estate in Kano, under the “Renewed Hope Cities and Estates Programme.” The groundbreaking ceremony took place in Lambu village, Tofa LGA, with Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano and Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, Minister of Housing and Urban Development, […]

James Cleverly Advocates for Mandatory National Service

Home Secretary James Cleverly has proposed the reintroduction of national service to re-engage young people in society, stating that “too many young people live in their own bubble.” The Conservative Party has pledged that, if they win the upcoming general election, all 18-year-olds will be required to participate in a mandatory scheme for either military […]

670 Feared Buried in Papua New Guinea Landslide- UN

An estimated 670 people are feared to be buried under a massive landslide in Papua New Guinea, according to a UN official. Serhan Aktoprak, the head of the International Organization for Migration in Papua New Guinea, stated that the impact of the landslide in the remote Enga province on Friday was more severe than initially […]

President Tinubu to Commission Major Infrastructure Projects in Lagos State 

President Bola Tinubu is set to commission significant infrastructure projects in Lagos State today, May 26, 2024, marking his one-year anniversary in office. These projects include the reconstructed Apapa-Oworonshoki-Ojota-Oshodi expressway and the newly rehabilitated Third Mainland Bridge. A statement issued by Barrister Orji Uchenna Orji, the Special Adviser on Media to the Minister of Works, […]

Alhaji Aminu Bayero Urges Calm Amidst Ongoing Emirate Dispute

Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, the 15th Emir of Kano, has called for calm and respect for the rule of law amidst the ongoing tussle over the Kano emirate. Emir Bayero urged residents of Kano state to remain composed and law-abiding as the situation intensifies. Highlighting the importance of justice and adherence to the law, the […]

Former Governor Odili Commends Fubara 

Former Governor of Rivers State, Dr. Peter Odili, commended Governor Siminalayi Fubara for prioritizing the welfare of the people in the state, emphasizing the governor’s dedication to his ‘People First’ mantra. Dr. Odili made these remarks during the inauguration ceremony of the dualised Omoku-Egbema Road project in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area (ONELGA) on Saturday. Expressing […]

Life in a Squatter Camp: A Story of Struggle and Resilience

They were shadowy figures, moving beyond the light of small fires in the early dawn of winter. Little did I know then that I was about to witness one of the most extraordinary scenes of my time in South Africa. In this region, winter brings a cold, dry season that scorches the veld brown. The […]

Israeli activists battle over Gaza-bound aid convoys

The war in Gaza is being fought on many fronts. One of them is aid. Months after some Israelis started to protest against aid lorries entering Gaza at the main Kerem Shalom crossing, the battle has moved to other key junctions, where rival groups of activists do their best to block or protect aid convoys. […]

Court Orders Interim Forfeiture of Emefiele’s Funds, Properties

The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the interim forfeiture of $4,719,054, N830,875,611, and multiple properties linked to former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele. Justice Yellim Bogoro issued the order on Thursday, May 23, 2024, following an ex-parte application by Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) counsel, Bilkisu Buhari. “I have […]