October 1, 2025-Published by Cyril Nigerian disc jockey and billionaire heiress, Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has expressed her deep love for her country, declaring that she would still choose to be Nigerian if given another life. Cuppy made this statement on Wednesday in celebration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. Taking to her…
October 1, 2025-Published by Cyril Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has raised fresh concerns over his deteriorating health while in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS), warning that he is at risk of sudden death if urgent medical care is not provided. In a detailed letter addressed…
October 1, 2025-Published by Cyril The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has suspended its nationwide strike against Dangote Petroleum Refinery after the intervention of the Federal Government, but insisted the suspension is only temporary. PENGASSAN President, Festus Osifo, who addressed journalists on Wednesday in Abuja, said the decision followed marathon…
October 1, 2025-Published by Cyril Israel has issued what it described as a final warning for residents to flee Gaza City as its military intensified bombardments and tightened its encirclement of the territory’s largest urban centre. Defence Minister Israel Katz declared on Wednesday that civilians had “one last opportunity” to move south, warning that those…
Published by Cyril — October 1, 2025 In his 65th Independence Day broadcast, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assured Nigerians that the nation’s most difficult economic period is now behind them, declaring that reforms are beginning to yield visible results. He urged citizens to remain patient and hopeful, saying “the worst is over, and prosperity is…
Published by Cyril — October 1, 2025 The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has launched two new initiatives to support women and families — the Mother-Baby Kit Project and the Abuja Breathe Fresh Air Project. Both programmes are designed to promote safe childbirth and reduce household health risks in the FCT. Under the scheme, women…
Published by Cyril — October 1, 2025 The United States Embassy in Nigeria has reassured Nigerians that visa and passport services will not be disrupted, even as the US government undergoes a partial shutdown. In a notice shared via its official X handle on Wednesday, the embassy explained that while its social media updates would…
Published by Cyril — October 1, 2025 The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has confirmed that Arise News correspondent, Somtochukwu “Sommie” Maduagwu, tragically died after jumping from her apartment during an armed robbery in Katampe, Abuja. FCT Commissioner of Police, Ajao Adewale, speaking on Wednesday, explained that officers found the journalist unconscious and rushed…
Published by Cyril — October 1, 2025 Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Rema (Divine Ikubor), Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal, and several other rising stars have been named on the prestigious 2025 TIME100 Next List, which celebrates the world’s most influential emerging leaders across music, sports, film, politics, innovation, and philanthropy. The list, unveiled on Tuesday by TIME…
30th September 2025-Published by Cyril The Federal Government has commenced the long-awaited implementation of a new pension increment for retirees under the Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS), with payments now reflected in the September 2025 payroll, according to the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD). In a statement posted on its official X handle, PTAD confirmed that…
