The Senate has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing women’s rights by pledging to introduce legislation that removes barriers to their progress across the nation. This announcement was made in commemoration of International Women’s Day.
As part of these efforts, lawmakers are pushing for a 35% affirmative action for women in the National Assembly and governance, aligning with the…
BREAKING: Nigerian Senate Suspends Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Over Sexual Harassment Allegation
In a dramatic turn of events, the Nigerian Senate has suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months without pay following an allegation of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Obot Akpabio.
The decision came after a report was submitted by Senator Imasuen Neda Bernards, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions. The committee had…
Nasarawa State is intensifying efforts to bridge its education gap, particularly addressing the growing crisis of almajiri and out-of-school children. In a strategic move to enhance basic education, Governor Abdullahi Sule welcomed the Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Aisha Garba, to the Government House in Lafia.
Governor Sule’s Commitment to…
Operatives from the Corporate Headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have taken former Akwa Ibom State Governor, Udom Emmanuel, into custody over allegations of financial mismanagement amounting to N700 billion. The former governor, who served from 2015 to 2023, was apprehended following an extensive investigation into claims of money laundering, fund diversion, and…
Governor Abdullahi Sule has reaffirmed the crucial role of engineers in fostering sustainable development in Nasarawa State. Speaking at an event in Lafia to commemorate World Engineering Day, he highlighted the state’s vast potential and urged engineers to remain actively engaged in their profession, emphasizing that true engineering lies in practical application.
World Engineering…
The Nigerian football community is in mourning following the tragic passing of Abubakar Lawal, who was laid to rest in his hometown of Sokoto. The young footballer, who played for Ugandan club Vipers SC, met an untimely demise last month in Kampala, leaving behind a legacy that resonated deeply with those who knew him.
Lawal’s burial, which took place on Monday, was attended by grieving…
Petroleum retailers and marketers have indicated that Nigerians should anticipate further reductions in the price of premium motor spirit (PMS) as a fresh price war unfolds between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and Dangote Refinery.
This comes after NNPCL announced new petrol prices of N860 and N880 per litre in Lagos, the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, and other…
The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has assured that the 10th Senate will provide strong backing for the Bill seeking to create special legislative seats for women in the Nigerian Parliament.
Akpabio made this commitment on Monday while hosting a delegation from the UK branch of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) in his office. The delegation, led by British MP Kate…
In a dramatic turn of events, Mojisola Meranda has stepped down as the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, amid a deepening leadership crisis that has divided lawmakers and party leaders in the state.
Meranda, who had a brief yet impactful tenure, announced her resignation with a heartfelt statement:
“I take a bow as your Speaker.”
She insisted that her decision was in…
After 17 years of evading capture, Ogbonnaya Kelvin Jeff, a notorious drug kingpin, has finally fallen into the hands of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Lagos.
A high-profile fugitive, Jeff wasn’t just wanted in Nigeria—he was also a marked man in South Korea, where he had previously served a one-year prison sentence for drug-related crimes. However, rather than reform…