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Nizamiye Hospital Pushes Back Against Stem Cell Treatment Delay Claims

NewsDeskNgAug 8, 2025August 8, 20250

The management of Nizamiye Hospital, Abuja, has refuted claims that it delayed a critical medical procedure due to incomplete payment, stating that no surgery was scheduled and the hospital does not offer stem cell therapy. This clarification follows media reports suggesting that the hospital declined a life-saving intervention due to...

Stop Kyari from Investing Proceeds of Nigeria’s Refinery Money in MSM, Group Cautions AGF, EFCC

NewsDeskNgAug 7, 2025August 7, 20250

The Oduduwa Transparency Network (OPN) has called on the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to urgently investigate an alleged scheme by former Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) Group Managing Director, Mele Kyari, to funnel stolen refinery funds into the MSM...

Oganenigu’s Cry for Help: A Call to Action for Kogi State Government

NewsDeskNgAug 7, 2025August 7, 20250

The recurring attacks by suspected herdsmen on Oganenigu Community in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State have reached a boiling point, necessitating urgent attention from the state government and citizens. Despite the community’s sizable population, its residents are frequently forced to flee, leaving behind their homes, livelihoods, and sense...

Media Group Commends NCC on Professionalism, Transparency

NewsDeskNgAug 6, 2025August 6, 20250

A media advocacy group, Volunteer Media Advocacy for Accountable Leadership, has thrown its weight behind the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) over the professional conduct of its recent promotion examinations, describing the process as transparent, fair, and consistent with public service standards. In a statement released on Tuesday, the group said...

“Stakeholder Consultation: Transparency Group Calls for Review of e-Visa, e-CERPAC Regime”

NewsDeskNgAug 6, 2025August 6, 20250

A transparency group, the Coalition for Ethical Standard Accountability and Good Governance(ESAGG) has tackled the Nigerian Immigration Service and the Ministry of Interior over alleged lack of due consultations of relevant stakeholders before the commencement of the e-Visa and e- CERPAC Regime. According to the group, despite the commendable fact...

Jigawa govt donates 36 vehicles to NURTW

NewsDeskNgAug 6, 2025August 6, 20250

In a landmark gesture aimed at strengthening the transport sector, the Jigawa State Government has donated 36 vehicles to the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Jigawa State Council. The official handover took place at the Dutse Sports Complex, drawing attendance from top government officials, union leaders, and transporting workers...

Abiola’s wife, Doyin, dies

NewsDeskNgAug 6, 2025August 6, 20250

Eminent journalist Dr. Doyin Abiola, wife of Concord Publisher and winner of the June 12, 1993 presidential election, Dr. Doyin Abiola, is dead. Sources said she died at exactly 9.15 pm yesterday after illness. The former managing director and publisher of National Concord was the first Nigerian woman to be an...

DSS DG gets kudos for human rights reforms

NewsDeskNgAug 6, 2025August 6, 20250

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has praised the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mr. Oluwatosin Ajayi, for ensuring “a pleasantly surprising and deeply encouraging shift” in the agency’s operational philosophy. HURIWA particularly hailed the secret police for its respect for human rights, compliance with the...

Tinubu’s Loudest Voice of Reason in the North, Arewa Group Lauds Defence Minister of State Matawalle

NewsDeskNgAug 5, 2025August 5, 20250

The Arewa Democratic Congress (ADC) has hailed the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, as President Bola Tinubu’s “loudest voice of reason in the North,” commending his outstanding leadership and significant contributions to the Tinubu administration, particularly in enhancing national security. The group made this declaration following...

Ex-Arsenal player Thomas Partey arrives court over alleged rape charges

NewsDeskNgAug 5, 2025August 5, 20250

Former Arsenal midfielder, Thomas Partey, has arrived in London court, where he is due to appear on rape and sexual assault charges. The Ghana international, 32, has been charged with five counts of rape against two women, as well as a charge of sexual assault against a third woman. The...

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Nizamiye Hospital Pushes Back Against Stem Cell Treatment Delay Claims

Stop Kyari from Investing Proceeds of Nigeria’s Refinery Money in MSM, Group Cautions AGF, EFCC

Oganenigu’s Cry for Help: A Call to Action for Kogi State Government

Media Group Commends NCC on Professionalism, Transparency

“Stakeholder Consultation: Transparency Group Calls for Review of e-Visa, e-CERPAC Regime”

Jigawa govt donates 36 vehicles to NURTW

Abiola’s wife, Doyin, dies

DSS DG gets kudos for human rights reforms

Tinubu’s Loudest Voice of Reason in the North, Arewa Group Lauds Defence Minister of State Matawalle

Ex-Arsenal player Thomas Partey arrives court over alleged rape charges