14,560 Pensioners in Katsina State receive  N45.8bn As Gratuities

The Katsina State Government has paid a total of N45.8 billion in life and death entitlements to no fewer than 14,560 beneficiaries since its inception. Gov. Dikko Radda, who disclosed on Thursday in Katsina, said the amount covered the State, Local Governments, and Local Education Authorities (LEAs) workers. The governor was speaking at the flag-off of the ‘Last Payment of N21 billion Accrued Liability of Life and Death Gratuities’ up to October 2025. Radda said...

Governor Sani Says Poultry Project Will Create 350,000 Jobs In Kaduna

The proposed $200 million Mega Poultry Project in Kaduna state will create over 350,000 direct and indirect jobs, positioning agriculture as a major driver of employment and economic growth. Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, who disclosed this on Thursday during a meeting with the Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Idi Mukhtar Maiha, said both parties moved to align federal and state efforts ahead of the project’s groundbreaking. According to him, the scale of the investment...

LAWMA Seals Illegal Market Structures In Lagos

Several plazas, malls, and illegal market structures along the Ojuelegba axis and the adjoining Tejuosho Main Market have been sealed by the Lagos State Waste Management Authority for environmental violations. Bayo Mogaji, LAWMA Head of Department (Lagos/Badagry Axis), disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, said the enforcement followed repeated violations involving indiscriminate waste disposal on roadways and medians. The LAWMA official explained that the closure would remain in effect until the entire corridor is...

A truck loaded with firewood has detonated an explosive device believed to have been planted by Boko Haram terrorists in some parts of Hong local government area in Adamawa State, injuring six people in Mumbang of Yadul district. The incident that occurred on Wednesday around 11:30 am has sent fear into the inhabitants who have been victims of insurgent attacks for years due to its proximity to Sambisa Forest, the den of Boko Haram terrorists....

PDP Seeks Improved Welfare Packages For The Armed Forces

In commemoration of Armed Forces Remembrance Day, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called for improved welfare packages for members of the Armed Forces and the security community. The party, in a statement on Thursday signed by its National Chairman, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, prayed that the death of the fallen heroes would not be in vain. The statement reads, “As our country marks the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, we convey our deepest condolences to...

Nigeria, Russia Amongst 75 Countries Affected by Trump’s Visa Suspension

Visa processing for applicants from Nigeria, Russia, and a dozen other countries has been suspended by the United States as part of a review of its immigration screening system, the US Department of State said. Countries affected by the measure, which takes effect from January 21cut across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Among them are Nigeria, Somalia, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Yemen, Afghanistan, Russia, Brazil, and Thailand. It has ordered American embassies...

US Suspends Immigrant Visa Processing for Nigeria, 74 Other Countries

The United States government has announced a suspension of immigrant visa processing for Nigeria and 74 other countries. The US State Department said the decision will pause immigrant visa operations for nationals of the affected countries while procedures are reassessed to prevent what it described as the “abuse” of America’s immigration system. The action is set to take effect from 21 January 2026 and will remain in force indefinitely until a review is completed. State...

Indefinite Strike By Judicial Workers Cripple Justice System In Ondo State

The ongoing indefinite strike embark by Judicial workers in Ondo State due to the inability of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to approve their financial autonomy has crippled the justice system in the state. The indefinite strike comprises the Coalition of Magistrates, Presidents of Grade ‘A’ Customary Courts, and the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, JUSUN, Ondo State chapter. The workers are also accusing the government of paying no attention to the plight of workers, lamenting poor...

Atiku Seeks Unconditional Release Of Abubakar Musa, Others

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has sought the immediate and unconditional release of Abubakar Salim Musa and all others detained for exercising their constitutional rights Atiku, in a statement on Monday, also told the government to halt the ongoing pattern of arbitrary arrests and intimidation targeting critics, journalists, and opposition voices. He also charged the international community, particularly countries and organisations that champion democracy and human rights, to hold the Tinubu’s regime accountable and demand...

Court Remands Students, Others Over Ekpoma Protests

Students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, were among 52 persons arrested and arraigned by the police over a violent protest in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State over the weekend. The protest was sparked by growing concerns over frequent kidnappings and killings in the community, with residents alleging that several victims were abducted directly from their homes. Tensions escalated during the demonstration, leading to the looting of shops and vandalising of the...

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