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Panic at Mando Garage as CNG Bus Explosion Rocks Motor Park
Residents and commuters around Mando Motor Park in Kaduna were thrown into momentary panic in the early hours of Sunday following a loud explosion that initially sparked fears of a possible bomb attack. The Kaduna State Police Command, however, swiftly moved to allay public fears, confirming that the incident was not an act of terrorism…
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Easter Bloodshed in Kaduna as Gunmen Invade Churches, Kill Seven, Abduct Worshippers
Gunmen suspected to be terrorists have launched a deadly attack on worshippers in Ariko community, Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State, killing no fewer than seven persons and abducting several others during Easter celebrations. The attack, which occurred in the early hours of Sunday, targeted two churches First ECWA Church and St. Augustine Catholic…
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Tinubu approves N3.3 trillion payment plan to restore reliable electricity
President Bola Tinubu has approved the payment plan to finally settle the outstanding debts under the Presidential Power Sector Financial Reforms Programme. A statement by the presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Sunday said the debt repayment plan followed the final review of the legacy debts that have beset the power sector for more than a…
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‘No Shooting Threat’: Wike’s aide Says Minister Spoke Figuratively About Channels TV journalist Seun Okinbaloye
Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has clarified one of the comments made by the Minister during yesterday’s Media Chat, on Channels Television’s Seun Okinbaloye, saying he only spoke figuratively. Olayinka, in a statement said; “the Minister never meant…
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EFCC boss at Easter: Corruption does not define us, we cannot be defeated by it!
Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede has felicitated Christians across the country on the celebration of Easter and expressed strong hope that Nigeria will surely break the yokes of corruption because “We are not defined by corruption, we cannot be defeated by it” He disclosed this in Abuja…
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At Easter, VP Shettima preaches hope, sacrifice, assures of better days ahead
Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured Nigerians of better days ahead under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying the present difficulties are only temporary. He restated the administration’s commitment to peace, economic recovery and long-term prosperity, noting that the path to national renewal often demands sacrifice and collective resolve. In his…
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Easter Message: Peter Obi Urges Nigerians to Hold Onto Hope for a Better Future
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on Nigerians to remain hopeful and resilient despite current economic and governance challenges, saying Easter offers renewed faith in a better Nigeria. In a message shared on his X handle on Sunday to mark the Easter celebration, Obi encouraged citizens not to allow present hardships to…
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Zulum Congratulates Christians on Easter, Reinforces Dedication to Peace and Welfare
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has warmly congratulated the Christian community within the state and beyond on the occasion of Easter. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Dauda Iliya, Governor Zulum described Easter as a sacred period that symbolises sacrifice, forgiveness, and love. “As Christians across the world celebrate…
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PDP Slams Tinubu’s Jos visit as ‘insensitive,’ says president’s 10-minute stop added salt to victims’ wounds
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s visit to Plateau State following the recent killings, describing the trip as insensitive, hurried, and lacking empathy for victims and affected communities. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong, the opposition party said the President’s conduct during the visit…
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Amnesty International Condemns Wike’s ‘Shoot Journalist’ Comment, Demands Apology
Amnesty International has strongly condemned what it described as reckless and violent remarks made by Nyesom Wike, following his controversial comment about shooting a journalist during a live television discussion. The human rights organisation warned that such language from a senior government official could encourage violence against journalists and undermine press freedom in Nigeria. The…