Mirabel Itse

Warri, New Kaduna, Ibadan, Ijebu, Ogoja and 27 Other States proposed by House of Reps*

The plan, read at plenary by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, would raise Nigeria to 67 states if lawmakers approve.

Nollywood Losses Veteran Actor

Actress Hilda Dokubo announced Columbus Irisoanga's death on Instagram, days after Nollywood also lost 35-year-old actress Pat Ugwu.

Okpebholo Suspends Attorney-General,  LG Commission Chairman Over Alleged Financial Misconduct

Samson Osagie and Damian Lawani, appointed two months ago, stay suspended until an investigative committee set up by the government reports its findings.

Dangote Refinery Exports Fuel to Saudi Arabia

Aliko Dangote told visiting Nigerian Economic Summit Group officials the plant now produces 550,000 barrels daily since operations began in 2024.

Tinubu Writes Senate, Seeks N4.5trn Budget Increase

The extra funds come from revenue by FIRS, Customs and other agencies, with senators reviewing the proposal before February ends.

Man Loses Pregnant Wife After Doctor Allegedly Relies on YouTube for Surgery

Onyekachi Eze said he watched the medical team in an Owerri operating room consult phone videos; police in Imo are investigating.

FG Orders Probe into Alleged Criminal Activities at Okere Prison

Interior minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo acted after reports linked inmates at the Warri facility to an armed robbery in Benin City.

Onowakpo Appointed as Senate Committee Chair

The Delta South senator thanked Tinubu and Akpabio, pledging integrity and policies that grow local industries and empower Nigerians.

Dafinone Hails Martin Egharhevwa on RMAFC Appointment

The Delta Central senator urged the new commissioner, sworn in by Tinubu for five years, to uphold transparency and fairness.

Dafinone Hails Martin Egharhevwa on RMAFC Appointment

The senator urged the new federal commissioner, sworn in by Tinubu for a five-year tenure, to uphold transparency and fairness.

Police Arrests Warri Inmates Linked to Robbery

Traditional Ruler Suspended After Assault Allegations

Ogun stripped the Olorile of Orile-Ifo of his paraphernalia for six months as rights group demands his prosecution.

9mobile Losses 6,079 Customers

NCC data shows the network's market share fell to 1.9 percent from 15.7 percent in 2015, with 3.2 million subscribers.

Calls for Ogbe’s Removal is Condemnable- Itsekiri Coalition for APC Progress

The group says the NCDMB boss holds the only federal appointment secured by the Itsekiri, urging party unity.

Obotie Fires Back at Okpe, Calls Land Claims Kleptomaniac

Obotie elders cite a 1925 Supreme Court ruling and colonial records, urging Oborevwori to intervene before ethnic conflict erupts.

Nigeria Set To Produce HIV Vaccines, Test Kits

NACA says local production of test kits and antiretrovirals begins by 2025, as child HIV treatment coverage stays below 33 percent.

Nigeria Set To Produce HIV Vaccines, Test Kits

In a move to eliminate AIDS as a public health threat by 2030, the Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans for domestic production of HIV commodities, including test kits and antiretroviral drugs, by 2025.

Oborevwori Suspends Five Headteachers Over Extortion

An investigation by the primary education commissioner found the heads charged unauthorised fees for the 2025 placement examination.