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PIA: NUPRC Incorporates 155 Host Community Trusts Across Niger Delta

NewsDeskNgMar 2, 2026March 2, 20260

NUPRC reports progress in PIA implementation as host communities demand share of 13% oil derivation funds. The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has incorporated 155 Host Community Development Trusts (HCDTs) across oil-producing communities in the Niger Delta as part of the implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA). The...

Four Killed In Katsina Ramadan Alms Distribution Stampede

NewsDeskNgMar 2, 2026March 2, 20260

Four persons died after a crowd surge during Ramadan charity distribution in Katsina, police confirm investigation underway. Four people have lost their lives in a stampede that occurred during the distribution of Ramadan alms at Kofar Guga Quarters in Katsina metropolis. The tragic incident happened on Friday at about 9:00...

Dunamis Founders Honoured by FRSC, Donate Patrol Vehicle to Aid Emergency Services

NewsDeskNgMar 2, 2026March 2, 20260

The Senior Pastors of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Paul Enenche, and wife Dr Mrs Becky Enenche on Sunday donated a patrol vehicle to the Federal Road Safety Corps and Nigerian fire service operating along Airport Road in Lugbe, Abuja. The gesture formed part of the church’s continued commitment to supporting...

Trump Confirms Iran Supreme Leader Khamenei and 40 Iranian Leaders Killed In US-Israel Airstrikes

NewsDeskNgMar 1, 2026March 1, 20260

Trump confirms the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei and 40 Iranian leaders killed in US-Israel strikes. United States President Donald Trump, on Saturday confirmed that the Iranian Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and 40 top military and civilian leaders were killed in the airstrikes launched by the US and...

Lassa Fever Claims 10 Health Workers In Benue

NewsDeskNgMar 1, 2026March 1, 20260

Benue state has confirmed the death of 10 health workers following an outbreak of Lassa fever. The Benue State Government has confirmed the death of 10 health workers following an outbreak of Lassa fever, with 45 cases testing positive out of 250 suspected infections recorded across the state. The state’s...

JAMB Probes AI-Driven Syndicate Over 2026 UTME Registration Sabotage

NewsDeskNgMar 1, 2026March 1, 20260

JAMB has opened an investigation into a syndicate allegedly using AI to subvert the registration process for the 2026 UTME. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has opened an investigation into members of a syndicate allegedly using artificial intelligence to subvert the registration process for this year’s Unified Tertiary...

Otti: EFCC Probing Alleged N10bn Abia Airport Fraud Under Ikpeazu

NewsDeskNgMar 1, 2026March 1, 20260

Governor Otti says anti-graft agency is investigating funds spent for non-existent airport under former Governor Okezie Ikpeazu’s administration. Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has said that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is investigating the alleged misappropriation of N10 billion purportedly spent for a non-existent Abia Airport by the...

WHO: Nigeria Making Significant Progress In Malaria Fight

NewsDeskNgMar 1, 2026March 1, 20260

The World Health Organisation says Nigeria is making significant headway in the fight against malaria. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said that Nigeria was making significant headway in the fight against malaria, citing a steady decline in infection rates and improved access to prevention and treatment services across the...

Turaki-Led PDP Begins Nationwide Membership Drive Ahead Of 2027 Elections

NewsDeskNgMar 1, 2026March 1, 20260

PDP plans to commence a nationwide membership drive on Monday as part of its preparations for the 2027 elections. The Tanimu Turaki (SAN)-led Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced plans to commence a nationwide membership drive on Monday as part of its preparations for the 2027 elections. In a statement...

Gov Otti must tender public apology over verbal attack on Journalist – Ikonne

NewsDeskNgMar 1, 2026March 1, 20260

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Prince Paul Ikonne, has strongly criticised Governor Alex Otti for what he described as his “dictatorial outburst” against a journalist during a recent monthly media briefing in the state. The APC chieftain asked Governor Otti to tender an unreserved...