Gov. Idris laments the passing of two traditional leaders

The deaths of two traditional chiefs of the Gwandu Emirate, Alhaji Muhammad Zayyanu Haruna Rasheed, popularly known as Sarkin Gabas, and Alhaji Abubakar Atiku Mohammed, mni, District Head of Diggi and Dangaladiman Diggi, have been lamented by Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris. In a statement released on Saturday, the governor offered his sympathies, calling the … Read more

El-Rufai’s family denies Kperogi’s allegation of maltreatment, saying, “Emir Sanusi is with us

The family of Mallam Nasiru El-Rufai, the troubled former governor of Kaduna State, has rejected claims that El-Rufai was forgotten at his time of need by Mallam Muhammadu Sanusi II, the emir of Kano. Asia Mohammed Ahmad, Mallam Nasiru El-Rufai’s wife, responded to an article titled “Sanusi and the Betrayal of El-Rufai” in Professor Farooq … Read more

The Army starts developing and renovating the 11 Brigade headquarters in Benue

As part of efforts to increase its operational capability and presence in the state, the Nigerian Army has started renovations and infrastructure development at the 11 Brigade headquarters in Gboko, Benue State. During an operational visit to the brigade, Major General Moses Gara, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Nigerian Army’s 5 Division, revealed … Read more

Twelve students are expelled and five are rusticated by Federal University Dutse

Twelve students have been expelled and five others have been rusticated by the Federal University Dutse (FUD), Jigawa State, for a variety of offences, including drug misuse, cyberbullying, sexual assault, armed robbery, criminal conspiracy, and cult-related activities. This was said in a statement given to Footynaija and signed by Abdullahi Yahaya Bello, the university’s spokesperson. … Read more

An AI-powered teaching tool for Nigerian schools is created by the Teachers’ Council

As part of attempts to modernise teaching and professional standards across the country, the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria is creating an artificial intelligence-powered lesson system to provide teachers with classroom tools. The council is working with a few instructors from public and private schools throughout Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones to create uniform lesson plans … Read more

At UNGA 81, Fubara entices investors

As his administration works to highlight the state’s investment potential and draw in investors, Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has announced that the state would take center stage during the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York. According to Fubara, the UNGA platform offered a special chance to promote Rivers State as Nigeria’s top … Read more

FCT road improvements are promised by Wike as Tinubu’s Christmas present

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has pledged to complete ongoing road projects in Abuja by December, calling them a Christmas present from President Bola Tinubu to locals. After examining ongoing development on Arterial Road NI, from Wuye to Ring Road II; Tungan Madaki to Zuba Road; and Zaudna-Kaba-Kagini to the Kubwa … Read more

Cattle obstruct the Calabar-Itu route, causing inhabitants and drivers to cry

A herd of cattle took over a significant portion of the Calabar-Itu highway, causing traffic jams and concern among commuters and drivers. This was a minor drama. The animals wandered slowly down the road, defying blasting horns, during the Tuesday nite incident at the Itu axis of the main highway connecting the states of Cross … Read more

At the UN, Trump inks security agreements with Denmark and Greenland

Denmark, a NATO partner, was horrified by this and fiercely opposed it. In the past, Trump claimed that the deal would grant the United States “permanent control” over security for the Arctic region he has long desired. “You have been quite explicit, Mr. President. Prior to the agreement, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated, “You … Read more

Dangote would provide refinery shares to 2 million women

According to him, women who invest in the IPO will also receive additional shares from the foundation, enabling them to accumulate long-term savings through equity ownership. In addition to allowing them to purchase shares, the foundation will help them by giving them extra shares that they can save for the future. He continued, “We are … Read more