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The Oyo State Government, on Monday, disclosed its readiness to sanitise the travel and tour sector in the state. It announced that it will soon move against unregistered travel and tour agencies and other ally tour operators in the state. The Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr Wasiu Olatunbosun, stated this during a press conference held in conjunction with the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) to sensitise and create awareness for operators of travel and tour agencies. Olatunbosun noted that the exercise aimed to inform the operators of travel and tour agencies, concerned stakeholders and the general…

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has distanced himself from the ongoing investigation of his Personal Assistant, Andrew Uchi, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. According to reports, Uchi is being detained by the anti-graft agency over allegations of corruption, bribery, and money laundering amounting to approximately N10 billion. He is also accused of acquiring properties worth over N6 bn in Abuja; Jos, Plateau State; Makurdi, Gboko, and Tarka Local Government Areas of Benue State. Additionally, two Bureau de Change operators are under investigation for their alleged involvement in the money laundering scheme linked to…

The Rivers State House of Assembly has served notice on Governor Siminialayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Nma Odu, formally accusing them of gross misconduct in the performance of their duties. In a notice signed by members of the Assembly, dated March 17, the lawmakers cited Section 188 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) and other extant laws as the basis for their allegations. The Assembly accused Governor Fubara of reckless and unconstitutional expenditure of public funds, contrary to Sections 120, 121 (1)(2), and 122 of the Constitution. Similarly, the Deputy Governor, Professor…

Nigeria and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman has emerged as the highest-rated player in the Italian Serie A so far this season, surpassing some of the biggest names in the league, Soccernet.ng reports.  With 29 rounds of matches played in Italy’s top flight, Lookman leads the WhoScored performance charts with an impressive rating of 7.37. His stellar performances have placed him above Inter Milan’s in-form duo of Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martínez, as well as other standout stars from Juventus, AC Milan, and AS Roma. Super Eagles star and Africa’s Best Player, Ademola Lookman. Photo Credit X Despite featuring in just…

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The Nigeria Opposition Lawmakers Coalition has dismissed the impeachment move against Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, describing it as an invalid attempt by pro-Wike lawmakers to avoid the presentation of the 2025 budget. This follows a notice of alleged misconduct served today by the Rivers State House of Assembly against Governor Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, amid ongoing tensions over the governor’s scheduled budget presentation. Governor Fubara, in a letter dated March 13, 2025, addressed to Speaker Martins Amaewhule, had expressed his intention to present the 2025 Appropriation Bill on March 19, or any other date within the…

Ikenna Obianeri The Obijackson Foundation, in collaboration with the Okija Bu Enyi Brothers Assembly, has donated waste evacuation tools to the Okija community in Ihiala Local Government Area, Anambra State. The donation includes 140 waste bins, two compactor trucks, two operational Hilux vehicles, a staff bus, brooms and other tools. The foundation also employed over 100 street sweepers to support the initiative. The donation, held at St. Mary’s School Field, Okija, marked the launch of the Keep Okija Clean initiative, aimed at sustainable waste management and economic empowerment. Founder, Ernest Azudialu-Obiejesi emphasised collective action for environmental sustainability, stating, “This initiative…

The Ogun State Government on Monday, announced the arrest of one Ashafa Afelaja, the headmaster of a private school at Eyin Ogbe, Igode near Ogijo for allegedly sodomising a female pupil (name withheld). Afelaja was said to have been picked up after a concerned member of the public brought the unfortunate incident to the notice of the state government The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Adijat Adeleye, disclosed this in a statement on Monday. Adeleye said, “Our rescue team has intervened in Adamo, Ikorodu, a border community, following reports of a school headmaster physically assaulting (sodomising) a young…

Nigeria’s U17 girls’ national team, the Flamingos, will take on Algeria in the third and final round of qualifiers for the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, following the North Africans’ triumph over Botswana, Soccernet.ng reports. Algeria secured their place in the decisive round after overcoming Botswana with a 5-2 aggregate victory. After losing the first leg 2-1 away from home, the Algerians bounced back with a dominant 4-0 win in the return fixture at the Stade Mustapha Tchaker in El Bouleïda on Sunday night. Nigeria Flamingos vs South Africa. Photo Credit X Get Our Sports News First – Join…

The Eha-Amufu community in Isi-Uzo Local Council of Enugu State has debunked allegations of recent mass killings and arson in the area. This was even as a sexual assault survivor, Mrs. Amarachi Nnaji, has refuted the claim that she was dead, saying that although the unfortunate incident happened, she was already picking up the bits of her life. The indigenes and community leaders who reacted to a viral video of protest and counter-protest by groups of women over alleged recent mass killings and widespread arson in Eha-Amufu communities, expressed dismay that the development had been blown out of proportion.…