Arrested kidnapper of Catholic priests not a Mass server or cleric – Bishop Mamza

The Bishop of Yola Catholic Diocese, Stephen Dami Mamza, has refuted reports suggesting that the recently arrested kidnapper of two Catholic priests, Taledo Damian, was a mass server or a cleric within the diocese. Addressing a press conference in Yola, Bishop Mamza clarified that the suspect was merely a member of the church and did […]

El Rufai dumps APC, joins SDP

Nasir El-Rufai,

“At this point in my political journey, I must seek another political platform for the pursuit of the progressive values I cherish,”

Akpabio, Natasha and Gender Issues

By Ola Awoniyi Thursday, 6th March 2025, started like any other day in the Nigerian Senate. But before the day ran out, some events that would not be easily forgotten had unfolded. First: a woman Senator was sanctioned for misconduct after flouting the rules of the Senate. Second: Women Legislative Aides in the Office of […]

UK returnee dies of Lassa Fever as death toll hits 98

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed the death of a 31-year-old physician who tested positive to Lassa fever, after returning from the United Kingdom. A public advisory signed by Director General of the NCDC, Dr Jide Idrisr, reported that 98 deaths have been recorded across 14 states in Nigeria, as […]