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The federal government says it is embarking on building affordable and durable smart houses for low and medium income earners across the country using only bamboo plants.FG said bamboo with other proven technologies can provide a scalable solution to the housing needs of Nigeria’s growing population without exploitation of the environment. The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology, Mrs. Esuabana Nko Asanye, who disclosed this in Abuja on Wednesday added that the Nigerian Building and Road Research Institute (NBRRI) Technologies, an agency under the ministry, is embarking on solving the diverse needs within Nigeria’s housing sector using…

A fallen tanker carrying petrol went into flames yesterday on the ever-busy Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, causing a severe traffic disruption on the highway.Daily Trust gathered that the incident occurred around 3pm near the NASFAT prayer ground, when the vehicle reportedly lost control and overturned. The tanker spilled its content and later caught fire, engulfing at least three container-laden trucks and several private vehicles.SPONSOR AD Emergency responders, including operatives of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and Fire Service units from Ogun and Oyo States, were drafted to the scene.The fire was eventually brought under control, preventing further spread to nearby areas.As…

The Management of  National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC), has urged residents of riverine communities and flood prone areas in Kogi state to move to higher grounds immediately, as wet season gathers momentum.The Acting  Managing Director  of the commission, Alhaji Jimoh Haruna Gabi  made the call at the commencement of the Early Warning Advocacy/Sensitization on Flood Mitigation, in Koton-Karfe, headquarters of Kogi Local Government Area on Tuesday.He emphasised  the importance of adhering to warning signals, stressing that compliance will safeguard citizens,  and minimize the risks and havoc associated with flooding.The Acting MD who was represented by the Kogi…

Reports said each of the 3,345 pilgrims from the state received 50 Saudi Riyals as a support during the Sallah festivities and ease their stay in the Holy Land.This was disclosed on Monday by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s representative and head of the Kano Hajj Delegation Committee, the Emir of Karaye, Alhaji Muhammad Maharaz Karaye. The emir delivered the governor’s goodwill message while lddressing the pilgrims at Makkah’s Shari Mansur Kano House No. 1, the emir delivered Governor Yusuf’s goodwill message.SPONSOR AD The secretary to the committee and Director-General of the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board, Alhaji Lamin Rabi’u Danbappa,…

Residents and business owners in the north-eastern region are counting losses, following a blackout occasioned by the construction of a 330kV Turn-In and Turn-Out towers at the new Bauchi 330kV substation transmission lines.Recall that the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) notified electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) serving the six states in the North-east that there would be blackout in the region while some places would witness significant drop in the supply of electricity. The notice said outage which would start on June 10 and end on June 14 would affect the Jos-Bauchi-Gombe 132kV line.SPONSOR AD But in Yola, the capital of…

The Tomatoes Growers and Processors Association of Nigeria (TOPAN) has attributed the hike in the price of tomatoes to high demand during the Sallah celebration and low production output.TOPAN Chairman, Kaduna State chapter, Mr Rabiu Zuntu, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Lagos. Zuntu, however, assured a drop in the price of tomatoes in the next couple of weeks.SPONSOR AD “The reason for the hike of the produce can be closely linked to the increased demands during the festivities and the low production output of farmers.“The main reason for the consistent…

The recent spate of attacks and killings in various villages in Plateau State has claimed no fewer than 41 lives and left numerous people wounded within a week.Hundreds of houses were razed down by the perpetrators and hundreds of people have been displaced by the attacks within the said period.  The brutal assaults showed no regard for human life, targeting men, women, and children indiscriminately. The attacks often occur at night or through ambushes, fuelled by longstanding tensions between farming and herding communities that frequently accuse each other of responsibility for the atrocities. The affected areas include Bassa, Riyom, Bokkos,…

Aliyu Zubairu has officially stepped down as head coach of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side El-Kanemi Warriors.Zubairu, who spent two years with the Maiduguri-based club, led them to significant achievements, including promotion to the Nigeria National League (NNL) in his debut season and a triumphant run to win the President Federation Cup last year. “After careful consideration, I’ve decided not to renew my contract, which expires at the end of my two-year tenure,” he announced.SPONSOR AD “This decision stems from my confidence that I’ve made a meaningful contribution to the club’s growth and development.”With his departure, Zubairu will now…

President Bola Tinubu has broken away from the tradition of nationwide broadcast in commemoration of Democracy Day.Earlier, the Inter-Ministerial Committee for Democracy Day had rolled out a series of events to commemorate 26 years of unbroken democracy. Among the programmes were: Presidential National Broadcast on June 12, 2025, at 7 a.m; the President’s address of a joint session of the National Assembly at 12 noon; Public Lecture on Democracy Day Celebration at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja. Time: 4 pm.SPONSOR AD But in a statement late Wednesday, the Director of Information and Public Relations, Segun Imohiosen, announced a change…

Governor Uba Sani has vowed that Kaduna State shall not become a haven for criminal gangs and those who threaten the lives and livelihoods of citizens will face the full weight of the law.The Governor further said that his administration is resolute in this mission as it will not allow a few misguided individuals to destroy the peace that so many have worked hard to build. Represented by the Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Balarabe at the inauguration of a Special Task Force on Community Policing and Drug Control on Wednesday, he expressed determination to rid Kaduna State of illicit drugs.SPONSOR…