By ALIYU AMINU ABUBAKAR ABDULLAHI (A.A.A.A.) SHEHU THE Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) programme in Kano State has empowered 400 groundnut farmers in Bebeji Local Government Area with improved inputs and training to enhance productivity and climate-resilient farming. State Project Coordinator, Aminu Iliyasu, said the farmers—142 women and 258 men—received fertilisers and high-yield SAM Nut […]
By ANDERSON (ANDY) CLIFF KING Charles III and Queen Camilla arrived in Vatican City on Thursday for a formal meeting with Pope Leo XIV, marking the start of their state visit to the Holy See. The royal couple received a ceremonial welcome at the Apostolic Palace, complete with the Swiss Guard and national anthems of […]
By HALIMA TAKWAS RELIGIOUS leaders have raised alarm over rising faith-based violence in Nigeria, revealing that 16,769 Christians and 6,225 Muslims were killed between 2019 and 2023. Speaking at a roundtable in Abuja, the President of the Para-Mallam Peace Foundation, Dr. Gideon Para-Mallam, said the killings reflect deep-rooted religious persecution and government inaction. He urged […]
By AUGUSTINA McSOLOMON-OGHAKPERUO A petrol-laden tanker fell on its side Wednesday at the Winners’ Chapel gate along the Ota-Idiroko Expressway, causing panic among residents. Traffic officials, firefighters, and police quickly cordoned off the area and diverted traffic to prevent an explosion. No casualties were reported as efforts continued to transload the fuel and remove the […]
By TINA TOLUTOPE TRAGEDY struck on Wednesday in Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, when a cement-laden truck reportedly owned by the Dangote Group lost control and crushed several people, including a pregnant woman, along the Akungba-Owo highway. Witnesses said the truck, which suffered brake failure, rammed into pedestrians after breaking through a barricade near Adekunle Ajasin […]
By OBI DAVIES THE Nigerian British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) has urged the Federal Government to make its tax reforms more predictable and transparent to boost business confidence and attract investment. NBCC President, Prince Abimbola Olashore, said many businesses—especially SMEs—struggle to understand key provisions due to poor communication and inconsistent interpretations. He called on the […]
By OBIOMA TORI EXPERTS warn that Nigeria’s food security goals are at risk as limited access to credit continues to hinder agricultural growth. Despite producing most of the nation’s food, smallholder farmers face steep interest rates, high collateral demands, and short loan cycles that prevent them from expanding or modernising their farms. Dr. Ayoola Oduntan, […]
By DIANA CHUKWUKA THE Federal Government has released ₦32.9 billion under the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) to strengthen primary healthcare centres across Nigeria. Dr. Oritseweyimi Ogbe, Secretary of the Ministerial Oversight Committee, said the funds—part of the BHCPF 2.0 reform—will enhance service delivery and accountability at community level. According to Ogbe, BHCPF-supported facilities […]
By ABDUL AHMED (A.A.) RUFUS NIGERIAN troops and ISWAP militants engaged in heavy clashes on Thursday across Mafa and Dikwa areas of Borno State. Security sources said ISWAP attacked army positions in Mafa, looted weapons, and burned vehicles after hours of fighting. Soldiers, backed by the Air Force, reportedly repelled the militants in Dikwa. Casualty […]
By AUGUSTUS ISICHEI NIGERIA has made a strong showing at the 2025 International Military Sports Council (CISM) Scientific Symposium held in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from 20 to 22 October. Led by Air Vice Marshal Nanju Kenneth Khumzi, the Nigerian delegation joined over 130 participants from 35 countries at the event themed “Physical Readiness and Resilience […]