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Rivers Neuropsychiatric Hospital was drug trafficking centre, says Fubara

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has said the premises of the state's Neuropsychiatric Hospital in Rumuigbo, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, were previously used as a cent... Read More


Tinubu orders 500 more CNG stations, targets lower transport fares nationwide

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- President Bola Tinubu has directed the rollout of 500 additional Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) refuelling stations across Nigeria as part of efforts to reduce transportation costs f... Read More


Only nine countries endorse 'Borrowers' Platform' amid concerns over African nations' debt burden

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- Nine countries have so far endorsed the Borrowers' Platform, a new initiative intended to give developing countries a stronger collective voice in negotiations over sovereign debts... Read More


ANALYSIS: Why experts want Nigeria to fortify seasoning cubes

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- There is a renewed push by nutrition and health experts to make the fortification of seasoning cubes mandatory to tackle Nigeria's micronutrient deficiencies. The call focuses on ... Read More


Police arrest four suspects over killing of two during Osun motor park mayhem

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- The Osun State Police Command has arrested four suspected political thugs in connection with the killing of two persons during a violent confrontation at the Naira and Kobo area of... Read More


D'Tigers face South Sudan test as World Cup pressure mounts after Cameroon defeat

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- Nigeria's D'Tigers have little time to dwell on their disappointing start to the second round of the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers as they return to action agai... Read More


Masai Russell breaks Amusan's World Record as Nigerian finishes second in Zurich

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- American Olympic champion Masai Russell has shattered Tobi Amusan's women's 100m hurdles world record, clocking a stunning 12.09 seconds at the Zurich Diamond League on Thursday. ... Read More


Rivers Neuropsychiatric Hospital used to be drug trafficking centre, says Fubara

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has said the premises of the state's Neuropsychiatric Hospital in Rumuigbo, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, were previously used as a cent... Read More


FOR THE RECORD: Text of Gov Otti's broadcast marking 35th anniversary of Abia creation on 27 August

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- Umunnem ndi Abia, I come to you this morning with an elation of gratitude, thankful, firstly, to the Almighty God for His blessings upon our land in the last 35 years. May I also c... Read More


FG reports health gains, urges NMA to lead fight against quackery

Nigeria, Aug. 28 -- The federal government has urged the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) to strengthen professional accountability and take a leading role in the fight against quackery in the healt... Read More