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INEC Urges Osun Residents to Collect Over 360,000 Unclaimed PVCs

August 26, 2025August 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has appealed to residents of Osun State who are yet to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) to seize the opportunity of the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise. INEC’s spokesperson in the state, Musa Olurode, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, noting that no fewer than 360,794 […]

Nkechi Blessing Escapes Injury as POP Ceiling Collapses in Lekki Home

August 26, 2025August 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing has revealed that she narrowly avoided injury after part of the POP ceiling in her Lekki residence suddenly collapsed. The actress, in a video shared on Instagram and cited by PUNCH Online on Tuesday, expressed shock over the incident, noting that she had never witnessed such before. According to her, the […]

Tinubu Welcomes Petrobras’ Return to Nigeria, Signs Fresh MoUs with Brazil

August 26, 2025August 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Tinubu on Monday announced the imminent return of Petrobras, Brazil’s state-owned oil company, to Nigeria—five years after it suspended joint venture operations in the country. Speaking at a joint press conference in Brasília during his state visit to Brazil, Tinubu said the company’s comeback would strengthen energy cooperation between both nations. “We have […]

NISAYA Inaugurates South-South Zonal Executives in Benin City

August 25, 2025August 25, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Nigerian Students and Youths Association (NISAYA) has inaugurated its South-South zonal executives to pilot the affairs of the association in the region. The ceremony, held in Benin City, Edo State, drew the presence of government representatives, student leaders, and youth groups across the South-South. Speaking at the event, NISAYA’s National President, Comrade Lawrence Ikehi, […]

NEMA Confirms Six Dead, Three Missing in Sokoto Canoe Mishap

August 25, 2025August 25, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed the death of six people following a canoe accident in Garin-Faji, Sabon-Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. According to the agency, the incident occurred on Friday, involving 30 passengers. Out of the number, 21 people, including two canoe operators, were rescued alive. Six bodies were recovered […]

NOA Warns Riverine Communities in Kebbi to Relocate Ahead of Dam Water Release

August 25, 2025August 25, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The National Orientation Agency (NOA), Kebbi State Directorate, has issued a strong warning to communities living along the banks of River Goronyo and River Niger, urging them to relocate immediately as water will soon be released from nearby dams. According to the agency, the measure is necessary to safeguard the structural safety of the dams […]

Nigeria, Japan Deepen Ties in Solid Minerals Development

August 25, 2025August 25, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Nigeria and Japan are stepping up efforts to strengthen cooperation in the solid minerals sector, with plans to align investment strategies to unlock Nigeria’s vast mineral resources. The initiative follows high-level talks between Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, and officials of the Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC) during […]

UBTH CMD, Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu, Holds Thanksgiving Service in Benin

August 25, 2025August 25, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

It was a joyous gathering of family, friends, and dignitaries on Sunday as the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Prof. (Mrs.) Idia Ize-Iyamu, held a thanksgiving service to celebrate her appointment as the 7th CMD of the institution. The event, held in Benin City, attracted notable personalities including […]