Abia Governor Restores Electricity To Communities After Nine-Year Blackout
Electricity has been restored to 33 communities in Ukwa West Local Government Area of Abia State, ending nearly a decade of power outages in the oil-producing region. Governor Alex Otti switched on the power supply at a ceremony in Obehie, fulfilling a promise he made to residents earlier this year. The communities had been without […]
NCAA to Sanction Airlines Over Repeated Flight Delays
Nigeria’s aviation regulator has warned domestic airlines that they could face sanctions over persistent flight delays and failure to properly care for passengers. The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) said it has recorded repeated breaches of consumer protection rules, particularly during periods of flight disruption. In a statement posted on social media platform X on […]
FIRS Makes NIN Nigerians Automatic Tax ID
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has said that the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has automatically become a tax ID for Nigerians. The development comes in the wake of conversations surrounding a provision of the tax laws mandating a Tax ID for bank account ownership. Speaking in a public awareness campaign […]
Ghana Deports 42 Nigerians For Alleged Prostitution
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting About 42 Nigerians have been deported from Ghana’s Ashanti Region to Nigeria following decisive rulings by various courts over alleged fraud, prostitution and other related offences. The development was disclosed in a Facebook post by the Ashanti Regional Minister, Frank Amoakohene. According to him, other foreign nationals deported include 13 Cameroonians, three […]
Ex-Edo Commissioner For Information, Orientation Charles Idahosa Is Dead
Lucky Obukohwo Reporting Former Edo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Charles Idahosa is dead. He died at the age of 72. He was a Commissioner under Lucky Igbinedion administration. Idahosa passed today, Saturday 20th December, 2025 in Benin after a brief illness. He served as former Political Adviser to Adams Oshiomhole, when […]
CAF Confirms Major Calendar Change for AFCON
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be staged every four years after the 2028 tournament, marking a major change to the continent’s flagship football competition. CAF President Patrice Motsepe made the announcement at a press conference in Morocco following a meeting of the organisation’s executive […]
CBN Directs Banks to Improve Foreign Card Transaction Systems
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has ordered banks and non-bank acquirers to upgrade their automated teller machines (ATMs), point-of-sale (POS) terminals, and online payment systems to ensure smooth use of foreign-issued payment cards across the country. The directive, outlined in a circular signed by Dr. Rita Sike, Director of the Financial Policy and Regulation […]
Senior Police Officer Slumps, Dies In Ebonyi
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting EBONYI, ABAKAILIKI – An Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) in Ebonyi State, Ogbon-Inu Taiwo Popoola, has slumped and died. He died during a management meeting at the Commissioner of Police’s office in Abakaliki, the state capital The late ACP Popoola was in charge of the State Intelligence Department (SID) until his death. […]
Just In: Another 130 Abducted Niger Pupils Released, None Remains in Captivity
All schoolchildren abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic School in the Papiri community of Niger State have now regained their freedom, following the release of the final batch of 130 pupils. This brings the total number of rescued students to 230, with none left in captivity. The Office of the National Security Adviser confirmed the development […]
Calabar Tennis Thrills Fans, Sparks Youth Welfare Debate
NIGERIA, CALABAR – The Calabar Table Tennis Challenge 2025 ended with blistering forehands, tight rallies and youthful flair, but it also reopened ethical questions about funding, athlete welfare and succession planning in Cross River sports. Held at the U.J. Esuene Stadium, the tournament drew cadets, veterans and elite prospects from within and outside the state, […]