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[ad_1] This past weekend, Kano came alive with a joyful, colourful celebration as Malta Guinness hosted its unforgettable Eid Fest at Ado Bayero Mall, a three-day celebration of culture, connection, and the spirit of Sallah.From June 7 to 9, families, friends, and festive hearts gathered to enjoy games, gifts, music, and moments of laughter all wrapped in the wholesome, nourishing refreshment of Malta Guinness. The mall became a true centre of celebration, where everyone, young and old, felt seen and included. Some of the most memorable moments were the nostalgic emotions, like the spirited dancing competitions or the group of…

[ad_1] On June 13, 2025, Nigeria once again found itself drenched in the blood of innocent citizens. Over 150 people were brutally killed in an attack that ravaged the Yelewata community in Benue State. Homes were burned to the ground. Families were wiped out. Bodies were left charred beyond recognition. As we were still reeling from the magnitude of that horror, fresh tragedy struck again. On June 20, a bus carrying wedding guests from Zaria in Kaduna State en route to a wedding was attacked in the Mangu area of Plateau State. At least 12 passengers were murdered in cold…

[ad_1] The Senate Committee on Review of 1999 Constitution will hold public hearings on the proposed constitution amendments between July 4 and July 5 in all the six geo-political zones of the country.Chairman of the committee and Deputy Senate President, Sen. Barau Jibrin, disclosed this in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, in Abuja on Sunday. Barau said that the public hearings would hold simultaneously in Lagos (South-West), Enugu (South- East), Ikot Ekpene (South -South, Jos (North- Central) Maiduguri, (North-East) and Kano (North- West).SPONSOR AD According to him, the zonal public hearings are…

[ad_1] Twelve persons have been killed in a suicide bomb explosion in front of local cinema near Konduga fish market, Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State.Also, scores of residents have been injured during the Friday night attack. Konduga lies 36 kilometres from the Borno State capital, Maiduguri.SPONSOR AD Our correspondent reports that many victims of the attack are currently being treated at Maiduguri Specialist Hospital, while heavy security operatives have been drafted to the bombed location.Confirming the incident, the spokesperson of the police, Borno State Command, Nahum Kenneth Daso, said the female suicide bomber strapped her body with IEDs,…

[ad_1] Filling stations across the country have adjusted the pump price of premium motor spirit (PMS), otherwise known as petrol, with a litre sold at almost N1,000 across the country, Daily Trust can report.This followed the recent increase in the price of crude oil on the global market, triggered by the escalating Israel-Iran hostilities, with marketing advising Nigerians to brace up for further increases unless there is a de-escalation of the current tension. Daily Trust reports that since the conflict started, there has been severe damage to critical oil infrastructure, triggering a sharp spike in global oil prices.SPONSOR AD  Spike…

[ad_1] Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue has suspended his Special Adviser on Documentation, Research, and Planning, Dr Mkor Aondona.This is contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Tersoo Kula, in Makurdi. The News Agency of Nigeria(NAN) reports that Aondona was arrested by Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday, June 20, over alleged sextortion, cyberbullying, and blackmail.SPONSOR AD Alia in the statement, said the decision was is in line with his unwavering commitment to uphold integrity, discipline, and accountability in public service.He said any official in his administration found wanting in matters of criminality or unethical…

[ad_1] The main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has vowed that the Independent National Electoral Commissioner (INEC) cannot stop its forthcoming National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting.Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, on Sunday, National Publicity Secretary of the party, Hon. Debo Ologunagba, said preparations for the meeting were in top gear. Recently, INEC wrote a letter to the PDP complaining that its notice of NEC meeting was not in order, as it was not signed by the National Chairman and National Secretary.SPONSOR AD But Ologunagba said INEC’s Acting Secretary, Halilu Aminu, who signed the letter, was only trying to…

[ad_1] The Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA) has accused the Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JEDC) of being complicit in the electrocution that caused the death of five persons in Gombe State.Recall that five persons were declared dead and 13 others injured following a surge in electricity on Saturday 14th June, 2025, at the Tudun Wada Pantami area of Gombe State. But NEMSA in a statement by its Head, Communications and Protocol Unit, Ama Umoren, on Sunday said the incident would have been avoided if JEDC made corrections to electrical faults it identified in the company’s network.SPONSOR AD “On 30th…

[ad_1] The Economic Community of West African States, (ECOWAS) has elected President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone as the Chairman of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the community.He succeeds Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu who was elected in Guinea-Bissau in 2023 and re-elected for a second term on July 7, 2024, in Abuja.The 67th Ordinary Session closed with the symbolic handover of the emblem to the incoming chair. President Tinubu described it as a profound honour and privilege to have led the esteemed body, adding that he remained deeply humbled by the trust and support extended…

[ad_1] President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Sunday, hosted 11 Heads of State from the West African sub region at the 67th Ordinary Session of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States.The meeting took place at the Conference center of the Presidential Villa, Abuja.However, the meeting earlier slated for about 10 am, started about 5 pm when the Head of States  arrived at the venue.Sunday’s meeting at the villa was President Tinubu’s last as Chairman of the Authority of Heads of State and Government.President Tinubu was elected in Guinea-Bissau as the Chairman…