Author: NewsUltra360
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KANO MARKET FIRE WIPES OUT 529 STALLS — LUCKILY, NO ONE HURT
A fire broke out on Wednesday at Shuwaki Market in Gari, Kano, destroying 529 temporary stalls about half the market’s total. The Kano Fire Service sprang into action after getting an alert at 3:25 p.m., rushing firefighters and trucks to stop the blaze from spreading. Thankfully, no lives were lost. The fire’s cause? Careless behavior…
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PDP AND ACCORD PARTY CHALLENGE NEW INEC CHAIR TO REVAMP ELECTORAL SYSTEM
Lagos State’s Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Accord Party are calling on Prof. Joash Amupitan (SAN), the freshly sworn-in INEC Chairman, to shake things up in Nigeria’s election process. They want him to fix the lingering flaws that have made many lose trust in the voting system — and if he succeeds, he’ll be hailed…
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EFCC PROMISES FAIR FIGHT AGAINST CORRUPTION — NO VIP GETS A PASS!
The EFCC is doubling down on its mission to tackle corruption head-on, with Chairman Ola Olukoyede assuring that no politician, regardless of party ties, will get special treatment. In a recent Abuja briefing marking his two-year tenure, Olukoyede’s team confirmed ongoing investigations are thorough and impartial. They emphasized patience is key, as careful, detailed work…
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EFCC CHAIRMAN OLA OLUKOYEDE MARKS 2 YEARS WITH OVER ₦566 BILLION RECOVERED, 7,500+ CONVICTIONS
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), under Chairman Ola Olukoyede, has made historic strides in tackling economic crimes, recovering over ₦566 billion alongside $411 million and 1,502 properties within just two years. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, Olukoyede highlighted record-breaking investigations, court cases, and convictions, signaling the EFCC’s growing effectiveness and commitment…
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FCCPC WARNS AGAINST DANGEROUS FOOD ADULTERATION AMID DEADLY HEALTH RISKS
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has raised the alarm over widespread food adulteration by vendors seeking quick profits, posing serious health hazards to Nigerians. Toxic chemicals like calcium carbide, bromate, sudan red colorant, sniper, and formalin have been illicitly used in food processing, threatening public safety. Calcium carbide, commonly misused as a…
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NIGERIAN TROOPS THWART TERRORIST ATTACKS, KILL OVER 50 INSURGENTS IN NORTHEAST
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have delivered a crushing blow to terrorists in Borno and Yobe states by killing more than 50 insurgents and repelling coordinated night attacks on military positions across Dikwa, Mafa, Gajibo, and Katarko. Supported by precision airstrikes and intelligence, the military recovered numerous weapons, including AK-47s, machine guns, and RPGs, while…
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TINUBU PLEDGES BOOST FOR INNOVATION, RESEARCH, AND SKILLS AT UNILORIN’S 40TH CONVOCATION
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to advancing innovation, research, and skill-based education in Nigerian universities during the University of Ilorin’s 40th Convocation Ceremony. Represented by FUTA’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Temidayo Oladiji, Tinubu praised UNILORIN’s academic discipline and excellence, highlighting its role as a flagship institution preparing Nigeria’s youth for global competition. The…
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FG RELEASES ₦32.9 BILLION TO BOOST PRIMARY HEALTHCARE UNDER BHCPF 2.0 REFORM
The Federal Government has disbursed an additional ₦32.9 billion through the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) as part of the BHCPF 2.0 reform agenda to strengthen primary healthcare centers nationwide. Announced by Dr. Oritseweyimi Ogbe at the 12th Ministerial Oversight Committee meeting in Abuja, this is the third tranche for 2025 aimed at improving…
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FCT POLICE COMMISSIONER REDEPLOYS USHAFA DPO AFTER VIRAL SLAPPING INCIDENT
The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory, Miller Dantawaye, has ordered the immediate redeployment of the Ushafa Divisional Police Officer after a video went viral showing the officer slapping a young man during an arrest. The incident sparked public outrage on social media, prompting swift action from the police leadership. In a statement…
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NIGERIA’S FLAMINGOS FALL 0-1 TO FRANCE, FACE TOUGH ROAD AHEAD AT U17 WOMEN’S WORLD CUP
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, suffered their second straight defeat at the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco after a narrow 0-1 loss to France. The tightly contested match saw both sides defend well, with Nigeria creating more attempts but unable to break down France’s goalkeeper Chevray Lauryne, whose crucial saves kept the…
