Forests remain a critical resource for life on Earth, and recent data highlights which nations have the largest forest coverage this year. Russia leads the list with the most extensive forest area, followed closely by Brazil and Canada. These nations collectively account for a significant portion of the planet’s forested land. The distribution of forests shows stark differences among countries. Russia’s forests dominate the northern hemisphere with vast stretches of taiga, while Brazil’s tropical rainforests cover enormous areas in the Amazon basin. Canada’s boreal forests also play a crucial role in absorbing carbon dioxide and supporting biodiversity. Other countries rounding…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
The long running singing competition show The Voice has announced that beginning with the episode airing on Monday, November 3, Season 28 will shift to a new time slot of Monday nights at 9/8 c on the NBC network. In addition, the series will no longer air new episodes on Tuesdays for the remainder of the season. This change comes as part of a broader adjustment during the Knockout rounds of the competition. Previously, the show had a two night format airing on Mondays and Tuesdays but with NBA coverage and other programming commitments, NBC has opted to streamline The…
China has issued a strong warning against foreign interference in Nigeria after United States President Donald Trump threatened possible military action over alleged killings of Christians in the country. The warning was delivered by Mao Ning, spokesperson for China’s Foreign Ministry, at a press briefing on Tuesday. Mao Ning described Nigeria as a “comprehensive strategic partner” and emphasized that China supports the country in following a development path that aligns with its national conditions. She said, “China firmly opposes any country using religion and human rights as an excuse to interfere in other countries’ internal affairs, and threatening other countries…
Lagos State has introduced mandatory insurance for all commercial buildings above two floors, while also launching a full digital land system (E-GIS) aimed at making property transactions faster, safer, and more transparent. The new system allows instant land searches, online applications, digital certificates, and real-time verification of ownership and approvals. According to the state government, the initiative is designed to ensure safer buildings, reduce fake documents, and improve overall transparency in the property market. This means property buyers and tenants can now verify approvals and ownership online before committing, giving them greater confidence in their investments. Experts say this policy…
President Bola Tinubu is preparing to finalise the appointment of new ambassadors to Nigeria’s foreign missions after a prolonged diplomatic hiatus, officials say. They revealed that the nominee list is now undergoing a “final review” following the discovery that several earlier nominees had died, retired, or had less than one year’s service remaining. Although the original list had already been screened by the Senate, it was returned to the presidency for revision. “They are just cleaning it up now because some of the nominees have died, and some are no longer qualified,” one senior official told reporters. The delay in filling…
The Lagos‑Calabar Coastal Highway has been temporarily opened by the Federal Ministry of Works and the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation to relieve severe traffic congestion in the Lekki area following a truck accident at Chisco. According to Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, the highway segment is accessible “pending when normal traffic flow is restored along the affected route.” The move is intended to provide immediate relief for motorists and commuters trapped in the congestion. The accident reportedly blocked the main route through the Lekki Peninsula, forcing authorities to open an alternative route on the coastal highway. Osiyemi…
Senator Natasha Akpoti‑Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, had her international passport seized by the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. The senator was reportedly stopped at the airport and informed that her passport was being held under a “watch list” designation. Speaking to journalists, Akpoti‑Uduaghan said, “I have committed no offence and there is no order from the court to withdraw my passport and deny me travelling.” Eyewitnesses said the passport was later returned after intervention, allowing the senator to continue with her scheduled travel. The incident has sparked discussions about travel rights and the powers…
Fishe NG reports that the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has officially clarified that no protest took place on its campus. In a comment on Fishe NG’s LinkedIn page, the university refuted claims linking the alleged demonstration to the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), stating that no such event occurred on its premises. According to FUOYE, “There was no protest on our campus. The faceless individuals involved are neither students nor staff of the university. The demonstration, if it can be called that, took place approximately 10km away from the university gate.” The university emphasized that academic activities, including lectures,…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced a new date for the completion of the 2025 university admission exercise for public institutions across Nigeria. The Board confirmed that the deadline which was initially set for 31 October has now been moved to 17 November to allow more time for processing admissions. JAMB made this known in a statement released by its Public Communication Adviser, Dr Fabian Benjamin, who said the shift followed appeals from vice chancellors of public universities. He explained that the extension became necessary due to disruptions caused by a court order which had affected the earlier…
Nigeria’s generation companies say they have recorded losses estimated at N2.3 trillion due to electricity that could not be delivered to consumers as a result of persistent transmission grid limitations. The Gencos explained that although power plants have the capacity to produce more electricity, a large portion ends up stranded because the national grid cannot wheel the generated power across the country efficiently. The Association of Power Generation Companies disclosed the figures in a new report highlighting the widening gap between available generation capacity and what is actually transmitted for public use. The group said the current challenges have discouraged…
The National Youth Service Corps has announced that the online registration for the 2025 Batch C mobilisation exercise will commence on Tuesday November 4. The scheme said the registration is open to both locally trained and foreign trained graduates who have completed their academic programmes and are eligible for national service. According to the statement released on the official NYSC page, the registration exercise will run from November 4 to November 9. The timetable attached to the announcement also outlined key dates and procedures for mobilisation, verification and issuance of call up letters to prospective corps members across the country.…
The Lagos State Government has announced temporary traffic diversions ahead of the Tour de Nigeria Cycling Race scheduled to take place on Sunday between 7am and 11am. The announcement was made by the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, who explained that the adjustments were necessary to ensure a smooth and safe event for participants and road users. The 60 kilometre cycling race is being organised by Cycology Riding Club in partnership with Itel Nigeria and will begin at Dolphin Loop before covering several major routes in the state. The race route includes Osborne Road, Ring Road, the Third Mainland Bridge,…