Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Nigerian Navy To Bolster Fleet And Infrastructure In Grand 69th Anniversary Celebration. The Nigerian Navy is set to mark its 69th anniversary with a spectacular showcase of maritime strength and infrastructure development, unveiling three new patrol vessels, three helicopters, and several accommodation plots and office blocks. The announcement was made by the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, during a thanksgiving service at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Navy Town, Lagos, on Sunday, 25 May 2025. The celebrations, dubbed “Navy Week,” will run from 23 May to 1 June 2025, commemorating the…

Tinubu’s Mining Reforms Spark Six-Fold Revenue Surge And $800M Investment Boom. Nigeria’s solid minerals sector has undergone a remarkable transformation under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, with revenues soaring from ₦6 billion in 2023 to ₦38 billion in 2024—a six-fold increase—despite receiving only 18% of its ₦29 billion budgeted allocation. The sector has also attracted over $800 million in foreign investment for processing projects, driven by a robust policy framework emphasising local value addition and stringent licensing reforms. These achievements were revealed by Dr Dele Alake, Minister of Solid Minerals Development, during an interview for a State House documentary marking President…

NCC Mandates Telecom Operators To Inform Public Of Major Service Outages. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a directive requiring telecom operators to promptly notify customers of major service outages through various media channels. The announcement, made on Sunday, mandates that operators disclose the cause of disruptions, the affected areas, and the estimated time for service restoration. The directive, detailed in the NCC’s ‘Directive on Reportage of Major Network Outages by Mobile Network Operators (MNOs),’ aims to address the recurring issue of service disruptions that have long plagued Nigeria’s telecom industry. These outages, often caused by fibre optic…

Catholic Priest Shot By Gunmen In Benue State. A Catholic priest, Reverend Father Solomon Atongo, was shot by suspected armed herdsmen on Saturday evening along the volatile Makurdi-Naka road in Benue State, Nigeria. The attack, which occurred near Tyolaha village in Gwer West Local Government Area, has left the priest in critical condition, prompting urgent calls for prayers from the Catholic Diocese of Makurdi. Rev. Fr. Atongo, who serves as the priest in charge of St. John’s Quasi Parish in Jimba, was reportedly travelling with two companions when the gunmen struck. According to reports, the assailants shot the priest…

Private Hospitals In Nigeria Rely On Auxiliary Nurses Amid Healthcare Crisis. Nigeria’s healthcare system is grappling with a severe crisis as private hospitals, which account for 70 per cent of the nation’s healthcare services, increasingly employ unqualified auxiliary nurses due to a shortage of registered professionals. A recent investigation by PUNCH Healthwise has exposed how this reliance on undertrained staff is leading to medical errors, preventable deaths, and a growing lack of public trust in the sector. The investigation highlights the tragic case of Amina Adetoye, who lost her life at a private hospital in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Amina,…

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Withdraws From PDP Reconciliation Agreements, Cites Betrayal By Party Leaders. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has announced his withdrawal from all reconciliation agreements within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), accusing key party leaders of betrayal and dishonesty. The former Rivers State governor made the declaration in a strongly worded statement titled “PDP Crisis: My Position,” released on Sunday, vowing to “fight on until justice is attained.” Wike, a prominent PDP figure and member of the influential G5 group, pointed to the persistent internal turmoil plaguing the party since the 2023…

Lagos State Government Issues 48-Hour Ultimatum To Traders And Mechanics Under Marine Bridge. The Lagos State Government has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to traders and mechanics operating under the Marine Bridge in Lagos to vacate the area, as part of its ongoing urban regeneration and environmental protection initiatives. The directive, announced on Sunday, 25 May 2025, aims to address environmental degradation, improve infrastructure, and mitigate flooding risks in the region. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, issued the notice, highlighting the negative impact of unauthorised activities under the bridge. According to a statement from…

Nollywood Actor Godwin Nnadiekwe Hospitalised After On-Set Injury Involving Zubby Michael. Nollywood actor Godwin Nnadiekwe has been rushed to hospital with internal bleeding following a shocking incident on a film set, where he was allegedly kicked in the chest by fellow actor Zubby Michael. The incident, which occurred during a movie shoot, has sparked widespread concern and reignited discussions about safety protocols in Nigeria’s film industry. In a heartfelt Instagram post shared on 24 May 2025, Nnadiekwe recounted the ordeal, clarifying that the forceful kick was neither scripted nor directed by the filmmaker. “Just wanted to share an incident…

Nigeria To Unveil Three State-Of-The-Art Cancer Centres On 29 May 2025. The Federal Government of Nigeria is set to commission three cutting-edge cancer treatment centres on 29 May 2025, marking a historic milestone in the nation’s healthcare transformation under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The announcement, made by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, highlights the government’s commitment to tackling the rising burden of cancer and improving access to advanced medical care across Nigeria. The new facilities, described as the largest chain of oncology and diagnostic centres in West Africa, are strategically located…

Port Harcourt Refinery To  Shutdown To Undergo Scheduled Maintenance, NNPC Assures Continued Fuel Supply. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced a planned one-month shutdown of the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) for essential maintenance, effective from 24 May 2025. The move, described as a critical step to ensure the facility’s long-term efficiency and sustainability, aims to maintain safe operations at the refinery, which resumed production in November 2024 after a significant overhaul. In a statement released by NNPCL’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, the company clarified that the shutdown is part of a routine maintenance…

President Tinubu Approves Key Appointments To Drive Nigeria’s Development Agenda. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a series of high-profile appointments to lead critical institutions across Nigeria, signalling a renewed commitment to advancing policy, sports, gender equality, and economic development. The appointments, announced by the Presidency, draw from a diverse pool of experienced leaders from various regions, ensuring broad representation and expertise in key sectors. The appointees, hailing from states including Enugu, Edo, Ondo, Osun, Ebonyi, Kogi, Borno, Yobe, and Nasarawa, will take up strategic roles in institutions pivotal to Nigeria’s socio-economic growth. Below is a detailed overview of…

Nigeria Commits $100 Million To ECOWAS Bank To Bolster Regional Development. Nigeria is poised to strengthen its pivotal role in West African economic integration with a substantial $100 million capital contribution to the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID). The announcement, made during the First Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Parliament in Abuja, underscores Nigeria’s commitment to fostering sustainable development and regional cooperation across West Africa. The pledge was revealed by MacDonald Goanue, EBID’s Director of Research and Strategic Planning, representing the bank’s President, Dr George Agyekum Donkor. Nigeria, already the largest shareholder in EBID with approximately 33%…