11,100 Nigerians repatriated from Libya, more still stranded -EU
The European Union (EU) on Tuesday said no fewer than 11,100 Nigerians, who were among irregular migrants in Libya, had so far returned to the country. Mr Richard Young, the…
Japan to discuss peace treaty with Russia ahead of September summit
Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Kono on Tuesday said he would discuss the Russia-Japan relations with focus on the signing of the peace treaty ahead of the summit slated for September….
Nigeria will overcome food supply challenges -Senate Spokesman
Chairman, Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Sen. Sabi Abdullahi, says in spite of insecurity issues in the country, it will overcome its food supply challenges. Abdullahi said this…
Domestic violence: “I stabbed my brother in-law to save my sister’s life”
A 34-year-old woman, Chioma Ihu, who was arrested for stabbing her sister’s husband severally, said she committed the act to save the life of her sister. The News Agency of…
Minister insists on strict implementation of Abuja Master Plan
The Minister, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Malam Muhammad Bello, has insisted on the strict implementation of Abuja Master Plan to avoid congestion being experienced in Lagos. Bello said this at…
OPEC oil output reaches 2018 peak from Gulf nations’ supply
OPEC oil output has risen this month to a 2018 high as Gulf members pumped more after a deal to ease supply curbs and Congo Republic joined the group, a…
Another universities’ strike looms over unpaid N8bn allowances
The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) has urged the Federal Government to expedite action toward release of the fund approved for part payment of Earned Allowances arrears to some…
Saraki, Dogara say Benue impeachment move, desecration of legislative sanctity
Leadership of the National Assembly has condemned impeachment move against Benue governor, Samuel Ortom, by eight members of the House of Assembly, saying it was desecration of legislative sanctity. President…
Killings of Nigerians by fellow Nigerians in SA, dangerous trend – Abike
Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Special Assistant to the President on Foreign Affairs and Diaspora, has described the latest wave of killings of Nigerians by fellow Nigerians in South Africa as worrisome…
Dangote,Gates partner to reduce malnutrition in Nigeria
Aliko Dangote Foundation and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation have expressed commitments to reduce malnutrition in Nigeria through improved quality fortification of foods. They made the pledge during the…