August 18, 2024 – Breaking News

Volcano erupts in Russia after 7.0-magnitude earthquake

A volcano has erupted following a 7.0-magnitude earthquake that struck off the east coast of Russia, sending a significant column of ash miles into the atmosphere, as reported by state-run…

admin August 18, 2024

Politics

President Tinubu to Travel to France

President Bola Tinubu is set to travel to France on Monday, August 19, departing from Abuja, the nation's capital. He will return to Nigeria following a short work stay in…

admin August 18, 2024

Metro

NUP says some retirees still receive N500 monthly pension

The Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) expressed concern over the dire situation faced by some retirees, with reports indicating that certain individuals are receiving as little as N500 monthly in…

admin August 18, 2024

Politics

Ekiti partners UN to reposition waste management

Ekiti State has partnered with the United Nations to improve waste management in the state. The collaboration aims to accurately determine daily waste generation, enhance recycling processes, and convert waste…

Jane Chinecherem August 18, 2024

Metro

Residents seek quick intervention as bridge linking Adamawa with Borno collapses

Residents of Madagali in Adamawa State are seeking urgent intervention after a major bridge linking the town to Borno State collapsed due to heavy rainfall. The bridge's collapse has caused…

Jane Chinecherem August 18, 2024

Politics

No society can thrive without effective educational policy – Zamfara Gov, Lawal

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has emphasized the importance of a formidable educational policy for societal progress. He described the Federal College of Education Technical (FCET) in Gusau as a…

Jane Chinecherem August 18, 2024

Metro

Soldiers foil attack on Kaduna community, kill two terrorists

Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully foiled a terrorist attack on the Saulawa community in Kaduna State, killing two terrorists and recovering weapons and motorcycles. The troops, who were…

Jane Chinecherem August 18, 2024

Metro

Military, LASTMA clash over planned closure of Lagos road

A standoff between Lagos Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) officials and military personnel has occurred over the planned closure of Adeniji to Falomo Road for rehabilitation. The Federal Controller of Works…

Jane Chinecherem August 18, 2024

Metro

Fire guts Anambra spare parts market

A fire outbreak occurred at the Mgbuka Obosi Old Motor Spare Parts Market in Anambra State, gutting several shops. The incident happened on Saturday night, primarily affecting three shops, including…

Jane Chinecherem August 18, 2024

Business

NNPC denies owing foreign oil traders $6.8bn

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has denied owing international oil traders $6.8 billion. NNPC's Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, responded to allegations against the state-owned energy firm,…

Jane Chinecherem August 18, 2024