Catholic Bishop Decries Neo-Paganism, Urges Youths to Embrace Faith A prominent Catholic bishop has raised concerns over the growing influence of neo-paganism and the decline of traditional Christian values among young people. Speaking at a youth convention, the bishop warned that modern society is increasingly embracing ideologies and lifestyles that contradict Christian teachings, leading many…

LASG Emphasizes Diagnosis Before Malaria Treatment The Lagos State Government (LASG) has urged residents to undergo proper diagnosis before taking malaria treatment, stressing the dangers of self-medication and the misuse of anti-malarial drugs. In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, the government emphasized that not all fevers or body pains…

KAI Arraigns Six for Selling Alcohol in Traffic The Kick Against Indiscipline (KAI) task force has arraigned six individuals for allegedly selling alcohol in traffic within Lagos State. The suspects were apprehended during a recent operation aimed at curbing illegal street trading and maintaining order on the highways. According to the KAI authorities, the arrests…

House Wins Anambra School’s Maiden Inter-House Sports Competition Green House emerged victorious in the maiden inter-house sports competition of a prestigious secondary school in Anambra State, showcasing outstanding performances in various track and field events. The keenly contested event, held at the school’s sports complex, saw students from different houses compete in sprint races, long-distance…

Host Community Seeks Inclusion in Enugu’s Farm Estate Project Residents of the host community where the Enugu Farm Estate project is being developed have called on the state government to ensure their full inclusion in the initiative. The community members expressed concerns that despite their land being used for the project, they have not been…

Bayelsa Lifts Ban on Civil Service Employment The Bayelsa State Government has officially lifted the long-standing ban on civil service employment, paving the way for fresh recruitment into various government ministries and agencies. Governor Douye Diri, who made the announcement, stated that the move was aimed at tackling unemployment and strengthening the state’s workforce. He…

Back Your Education with Practical Skills, Otti Advises NBU Freshers Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has urged newly admitted students of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (NBU) to complement their academic studies with practical skills to enhance their future career prospects. Speaking at the university’s matriculation ceremony, Governor Otti emphasized that while formal education is essential, students…

Journalist Establishes N2m Award for Best Graduating Student at UNN A distinguished journalist has unveiled a N2 million academic award for the best graduating student at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN). The initiative, aimed at promoting academic excellence, will recognize and reward outstanding students in the institution. Announcing the award, the journalist, whose identity…

Kogi Government Disburses N11.2m to Families of Fallen Policemen The Kogi State Government has provided financial assistance totaling N11.2 million to the families of policemen who lost their lives in active service. The move is part of ongoing efforts to support the welfare of security personnel and their dependents. The disbursement was made in collaboration…

Lawmakers Resist as Obasa Insists on Clerk’s Reinstatement A standoff has emerged in the Lagos State House of Assembly as lawmakers remain opposed to the reinstatement of the Assembly Clerk, despite persistent efforts by Speaker Mudashiru Obasa to push for his return. The controversy stems from the earlier removal of the Clerk over allegations of…

Kebbi Governor Sacks CMD Over N973m Hospital Renovation Scandal The Governor of Kebbi State has dismissed the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of a state-owned hospital over allegations of mismanagement related to a N973 million renovation project. The decision came after an investigation revealed inconsistencies in the execution of the hospital’s renovation, with reports suggesting that…

Ex-Imo Attorney General Urges Tinubu to Release Nnamdi Kanu for National Healing A former Attorney General of Imo State has called on President Bola Tinubu to order the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), as a step towards fostering national reconciliation and peace. The legal expert emphasized…