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Edo Assembly Advances Bill to Tackle Cultism, Targeting Sponsors and Enablers

August 22, 2025September 17, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The bill seeking to amend the Secret Cult and Similar Activities (Prohibition) Law has scaled its second reading at the Edo State House of Assembly. During the debate, Majority Leader, Hon. Jonathan Ibhamawu, explained that the amendment would empower the government to prosecute not only individuals involved in cult activities but also their sponsors. He […]

Pope Leo XIV Declares Global Day of Prayer and Fasting for Peace

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Vatican City — Off the shores of the country, Pope Leo XIV has declared today, August 22, a global day of prayer and fasting for peace, coinciding with the Feast of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Pope made the announcement on Wednesday during his General Audience in St. Peter’s Square, urging the […]

AAU Tightens Security After Killing on Campus

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Acting Vice Chancellor of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, Professor Olowo Samuel, has announced heightened security measures following the killing of a non-student within the university premises. Speaking with journalists at the institution’s administrative building, Professor Samuel said the incident forced management to introduce stricter access control. He noted that students and visitors without […]

ASUU Threatens Nationwide Strike Over Unfulfilled FG Agreements

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has warned of an impending nationwide strike, accusing the Federal Government of reneging on key agreements aimed at revitalising and properly funding Nigeria’s public universities. At a press conference in Jos, ASUU President, Christopher Piwuna, said university lecturers have endured more than two years of government’s delay tactics […]

Nigeria, Benin Republic Sign MoU to Boost Security and Trade in Border Communities

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Nigeria and the Benin Republic have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening security and driving economic growth in border towns shared by the two nations. The agreement was formalized during a ceremony in Cotonou, Benin Republic, with both countries reaffirming their commitment to tackling cross-border insecurity, enhancing cooperation, and reviving the socio-cultural […]

Tinubu Urges Nigerians in Diaspora to Support Nation’s Growth

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians living abroad to contribute their expertise and resources toward consolidating national development and building a more prosperous nation. The President made the appeal on Thursday at the Kahala Hotel and Resort in Yokohama, Japan, during an interactive session with selected members of the Nigerian community on the sidelines […]

Over 500,000 Nigerians Register Online Within Five Days of INEC CVR Launch

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that 505,906 Nigerians have completed pre-registration for the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, just five days after the launch of its online portal. INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, made this known during a roadshow in Abuja to mark the official commencement of the 2025 CVR. Represented by […]

Gov Okpebholo Restores Water to Edo Central Communities

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Revamp of Ojirami, Ikpoba River Dams Underway to Strengthen Supply Across Edo North, South The Edo State Government has achieved a major breakthrough in its efforts to ensure clean and sustainable water supply across the State, with the full restoration of the Ugboha Water Supply Scheme in Edo Central. The rehabilitation project, which now delivers […]