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North Central States Unite to Curb Insecurity, Herdsmen Attacks

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The governments of Benue, Nasarawa, and Plateau States have pledged to collaborate through their emergency management agencies to address growing insecurity in the region, particularly the recurring herdsmen attacks and killings. This resolution was made during a joint press conference in Makurdi, where officials emphasized the need for collective action to restore peace. Ben Akwash, […]

FG Yet to Receive Official Communication from UAE on New Transit Visa Conditions – Onanuga

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Federal Government has clarified that it has not received any official notice from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) regarding new transit visa requirements for Nigerian nationals. This clarification comes amid reports of recent visa policy changes by both the UAE and the United States, which have allegedly made international travel more challenging for Nigerians. […]

Tears and Tributes in Daura as Former President Muhammadu Buhari Is Laid to Rest

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

A heavy cloud of grief and solemn reflection settled over Daura, Katsina State, on Tuesday as the remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari were laid to rest in his hometown. The atmosphere was laden with sorrow and emotion as the lifeless body of the 82-year-old statesman was lowered into the earth at exactly 5:50 p.m. […]

Defence Chief Urges Communities to Protect Oil Facilities, Commends Pipeline Security Efforts

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has emphasized the importance of community ownership in safeguarding national assets, particularly oil infrastructure. Speaking at a monthly stakeholders’ engagement hosted by Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, General Musa urged host communities along the Trans Niger Pipeline (TNP) to take responsibility for […]

Benin City Residents React to Former President Buhari’s Passing with Mixed Reflections

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Following the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, residents of Benin City have expressed varied reactions regarding his life, legacy, and leadership, both as a military ruler and a civilian president. During Community Square, a Vibes FM News and Current Affairs program, Rafatu Shaibu reported that many callers shared critical reflections on Buhari’s time in […]

Darwin Nunez Set for Liverpool Exit as Reds Target Two Strikers

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez is reportedly on his way out of Anfield, with the club preparing to reinforce their attack this summer. According to football transfer expert David Ornstein, Liverpool’s next priority in the transfer market is signing a new number nine. The Reds are currently eyeing Newcastle United forward Alexander Isak and Eintracht Frankfurt’s […]

Kwara United Resume Training Ahead of 2025 NPFL Season

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Kwara United has officially resumed preparations for the 2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. The Harmony Boys returned to training after a brief break, following their recent triumph in the 2025 President’s Federation Cup. On Monday, the team held a training session at the Rashidi Yekini Mainbowl of the George Innih Stadium, under the […]

German Doctor on Trial for Allegedly Killing 15 Patients with Lethal Injections

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

A 40-year-old German palliative care specialist has gone on trial in Berlin, accused of killing 15 patients under his care and attempting to conceal some of the crimes by setting fires. Prosecutors allege the doctor administered deadly doses of sedatives to 12 women and three men, aged between 25 and 94, between September 2021 and […]