Category: News
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ANAMBRA SET FOR 24-HOUR POWER AS FIRSTPOWER UNVEILS MASSIVE SUPPLY PLAN
Electricity supply in parts of Anambra may soon get a major boost as FirstPower moves to roll out round-the-clock power to key estates and industrial zones. The FirstPower Electricity Distribution Company Ltd has announced plans to begin 24-hour electricity supply in selected parts of Anambra State as part of efforts to improve power reliability and…
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FG PICKS QUEST MERCHANT BANK TO DRIVE $DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION THROUGH PROJECT BRIDGE
Nigeria’s push for nationwide broadband expansion gets a boost as the Federal Government taps a top financial institution to structure its massive fibre rollout plan. The Federal Government has appointed Quest Merchant Bank as Transaction Advisor for Project BRIDGE, a flagship initiative aimed at transforming Nigeria’s digital infrastructure through expanded fibre-optic connectivity. The appointment was…
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EID VIBES TAKE OVER LAGOS AS RAMADAN ENDS IN STYLE
From heartfelt prayers to street-side feasts, Muslims in Lagos turned Eid-el-Fitr into a colourful celebration of faith, family and food. Muslims across Lagos wrapped up Ramadan in grand style, blending spirituality with lively festivities as Eid-el-Fitr celebrations lit up communities. At the Oriwu Central Mosque in Ikorodu, the day began on a solemn note with…
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OSUN POLLS: APC CANDIDATE PROMISES JOBS, GROWTH AS HE GREETS MUSLIMS
Ahead of the Osun governorship race, the APC flagbearer is linking Ramadan values to his promise of jobs, youth empowerment, and economic growth. The APC governorship candidate in Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji, has congratulated Muslims on the successful completion of Ramadan, while reaffirming his commitment to job creation and economic development. In his Eid-el-Fitr message,…
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RAMADAN LESSONS MUST CONTINUE: GROUP URGES LEADERS TO PRIORITISE WELFARE
A political group says Eid shouldn’t end the spirit of sacrifice—leaders must now turn compassion into real action. The Seyi Makinde Disciples has called on leaders and citizens to sustain the values of Ramadan by prioritising the welfare of tPosthe less privileged. Speaking in an Eid-el-Fitr message, the group’s convener, Laja Adeoye, described Ramadan as…
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THUGS STORM ADC WOMEN RALLY IN RIVERS, DISRUPT EVENT
What was meant to empower young women in politics turned chaotic after suspected thugs invaded and shut down an ADC gathering in Rivers. Suspected political thugs on Friday disrupted the maiden meeting of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Young Women Forum in Eleme LGA of Rivers State. The attackers reportedly stormed the venue in Alesa…
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MIDDLE EAST CRISIS: EXPERT URGES FG TO ACT FAST TO PROTECT ECONOMY
Rising global tensions could hit Nigeria’s economy hard—an expert says the government must move quickly before the impact deepens. An economic expert, Joe Nwakwue, has warned that Nigeria must act swiftly and strategically to shield its economy from the ripple effects of the ongoing Middle-East crisis. Speaking in Lagos, Nwakwue said the conflict is already…
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EID-EL-FITR: CAN CALLS FOR UNITY, ‘NATIONAL RESET’ AMID CHALLENGES
Nigeria’s Christian body says Eid should spark more than celebration—it’s time for a collective reset toward unity and progress. The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urged Nigerians to use the Eid-el-Fitr season as a turning point for national unity and renewal in the face of economic and security challenges. In a message by its…
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EID MESSAGE: UMAHI CALLS FOR UNITY, PUSH FOR NATIONAL PROGRESS
Nigeria’s Works Minister says Eid is more than celebration—it’s a moment to unite and refocus on building a better country. The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has urged Nigerians to embrace unity and recommit to national development as Muslims mark Eid-el-Fitr. In his goodwill message, Umahi described the season as a time for reflection, gratitude,…
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Wike TO FCT RESIDENTS: KEEP THE PEACE, UNITY BEYOND RAMADAN
As Eid celebrations roll in, the FCT Minister is urging Abuja residents to carry the spirit of Ramadan into everyday life—especially ahead of political activities. The Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, has called on residents to sustain the values of peace, compassion, forgiveness, and unity learned during Ramadan. In his Eid-el-Fitr message, Wike described…
