Author: Akintayo Adams

The Nigerian Army on Thursday took delivery of two fighter aircraft, Bell Uh 1-H in Abuja. The delivery was made known by the Director of Army Public Relations, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu in a statement Thursday. He disclosed that the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, would launch the aircraft into operations upon arrival in Nigeria. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

Former United States President Donald Trump has promised to automatically grant green cards to foreign graduates of US colleges if re-elected. This is strange given his tough stance on immigration. He pledged, months ago, to carry out the largest deportation operation in US history. However, during a podcast interview with Silicon Valley tech investors on Thursday, Trump said anyone who graduates from a US college should be able to stay in the country, and make talent easier to come to the US. “It’s so sad when we lose people from Harvard, MIT, the greatest schools, and lesser schools that are…

The Lagos State Government through the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) have seized 40 (25 commercial and 15 private) vehicles operating illegal garages and causing road obstructions along Oyingbo, Ijora, and Idumota routes. This is part of the government’s bid to restore order and ensure smooth traffic flow. The seizure was disclosed in a statement by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, on X, on Friday. It revealed that LASTMA’s enforcement team led by Mr. Kayode Odunuga, carried out the operation under the guidance of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa. “Illegal garages have been…

Torrential rains and flooding in Niger over three weeks have resulted in 21 deaths and impacted nearly 6,000 people, according to figures released Thursday by the interior ministry. Eight people had drowned and 13 had died in houses that collapsed in storms, the report stated. It was further confirmed that another 26 people have been injured and around 4,000 cattle have been killed or lost. Officials reported that the Maradi region in central Niger has been the hardest hit by the start of the rainy season, with 14 of the 21 deaths occurring there. Get instant and latest news updates…

The Debt Management Office (DMO) says Nigeria’s total public debt is now ₦121.67 trillion, which is $91.46bn. According to the Debt Manager, the country’s domestic and external debts stood at ₦121.67 trillion ($91.46 billion) at March 31, 2024. Nigeria’s debt surged by ₦24.33 trillion within three months – from ₦97.34 trillion ($108.23 billion) in December 2023 to ₦121.67 trillion ($91.46 billion). The debt represents external and domestic borrowings by the Federal Government and the 36 state governments and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). While total domestic debt was put at ₦65.65trn ($46.29bn), total external debt was ₦56.02trn ($42.12bn). Total public…

The Dauda Lawal-led Zamfara State Government have begun the construction of an international airport. The project, tagged a “smart airport” is designed to accommodate domestic and international flights, according to a statement Suleiman Idris, Lawal’s spokesperson. Lawal, in his remark said the project is a testament to his commitment to rebuilding a new Zamfara that will reclaim its historical role as a commercial hub in northern Nigeria. The airport project will include the construction of a 3.4km primary runway for large commercial aircraft and, installation of runway lighting and navigational aids, according to the statement. “The airport will have a…

Obinna Iyiegbu, CEO of Cubana Group has unveiled a tricycle Assembly plant in Lagos. Obinna, popularly known as Obi Cubana, alongside other dignitaries, including top government officials and business leaders graced the unveiling of the plant, which attracted commendations from far and near. Nigerians expressed optimism that the plant will help Nigeria become more self-reliant, attract more investments opportunities and create jobs for the teeming youths. However, there is no commendation without criticism, some set of Nigerians questioned the siting of the plant in Lagos as opposed to the Eastern part of Nigeria where he hailed. The business mogul replied,…

A pregnant woman has reportedly been abducted by armed men in Ogun State. She was said to have left her home in Oke Lantoro for the State General Hospital, Ijaiye, Abeokuta before she ended in the hands of the evildoers. Reports have it that Ogunbunmi Lateef, her husband was notified of the act via a WhatsApp message. The spokesperson for the state police command, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident in a post via her X handle. “One Ogunbunmi Lateef of Oke Lantoro reported that his pregnant wife due for delivery left home for State Hospital Ijaiye Abeokuta,” she wrote. “He…

Russian President Vladimir Putin, on Thursday, warned South Korea to avoid sending lethal weapons to Ukraine. He described making such move as “big mistake”. He spoke during a visit to Vietnam. “With regard to deliveries of lethal weapons to Ukraine to combat zones, this would be a very big mistake,” he said. “If that happens, then we will take the according decision, which the current leadership of South Korea will probably not like.” This is coming a day after he signed a new strategic agreement with North Korea, and Seoul announced it would consider arming Ukraine in response to Russia…

A man simply identified as Yunusa has been killed by an irate mob in Bauchi after he was accused of making blasphemous comments against Prophet Muhammad. The incident reportedly occurred on Wednesday at about 3:00 pm in Nasaru community, located in the Ningi Local Government Area of the state. Reports has it that the incident stemmed from an argument which led to Yunusa making remarks about the Prophet. “The victim was a member of the Faira Islamic Sect. When he insulted the Prophet, some young men challenged him to retract his statement. He refused and repeated it, which led to…