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May 2025

Nigerian House of Representatives Rejects Rotational Presidency Bill and Six Others

Politics

| 17-05-2025

Nigerian House of Representatives Rejects Rotational Presidency Bill and Six Others

The House of Representatives has voted against a constitutional amendment bill that would have established rotational presidency among Nigeria's six geopolitical zones, along with six other

ATBUTH Investigates Woman's Death During Dialysis Amid Negligence Claims

Health

| 17-05-2025

ATBUTH Investigates Woman's Death During Dialysis Amid Negligence Claims

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital launches investigation after family alleges medical negligence led to a woman's death during dialysis at the hospital's Renal Centre in Ba

Senate Demands Military Reinforcement in Borno, Yobe as Boko Haram Attacks Intensify

Politics

| 17-05-2025

Senate Demands Military Reinforcement in Borno, Yobe as Boko Haram Attacks Intensify

The Nigerian Senate has called for immediate military reinforcement in Borno and Yobe States following a resurgence of deadly Boko Haram attacks that killed soldiers and civilians in the Nor

Wike: Bus Terminals Essential for Transforming FCT Transport System, Reducing Crime

Politics

| 17-05-2025

Wike: Bus Terminals Essential for Transforming FCT Transport System, Reducing Crime

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike inspects ongoing construction of three major bus terminals in Abuja, highlighting their importance in reorganizing public transport and enhancing passenger safety.

MAAUN Kano Shuts Down Female Hostels Over Safety Violations and Disciplinary Issues

Education

| 17-05-2025

MAAUN Kano Shuts Down Female Hostels Over Safety Violations and Disciplinary Issues

Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) in Kano has closed two privately-run female hostels in Hotoro and UDB Road areas due to safety concerns and policy violations.

Federal Government to Close Ijora Bridge in Lagos for Repairs Starting May 18

News

| 17-05-2025

Federal Government to Close Ijora Bridge in Lagos for Repairs Starting May 18

The Nigerian Federal Government has announced the closure of Ijora Bridge in Lagos State beginning Sunday, May 18, 2025, to facilitate repair work, improve road safety, and enhance motorists

Auchi Polytechnic Expels 58 Students for Cultism Since 2022, Rector Declares Zero Tolerance

Education

| 17-05-2025

Auchi Polytechnic Expels 58 Students for Cultism Since 2022, Rector Declares Zero Tolerance

Federal Polytechnic Auchi has expelled over 58 students involved in cult activities since 2022, as the institution's management enforces strict anti-cultism measures to ensure campus safety.

Arsenal Ready to Make Gyokeres One of Their Highest Earners with £240,000 Weekly Salary

Sports

| 17-05-2025

Arsenal Ready to Make Gyokeres One of Their Highest Earners with £240,000 Weekly Salary

Arsenal FC are prepared to offer Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres a lucrative five-year contract worth approximately £240,000 weekly, making him one of the club's highest-paid players

Abia CP Warns Police Officers Against Unlawful Detention and Human Rights Abuses

News

| 17-05-2025

Abia CP Warns Police Officers Against Unlawful Detention and Human Rights Abuses

Commissioner of Police in Abia State, CP Danladi Isa, has issued a stern warning to officers against human rights abuses and unlawful detention during a strategic conference with police comm

Three Kebbi PDP Senators Defect to APC, Cite Party's Disconnect from Nigerians

Politics

| 17-05-2025

Three Kebbi PDP Senators Defect to APC, Cite Party's Disconnect from Nigerians

Three PDP senators from Kebbi State have officially defected to the ruling APC, explaining that their former party has become disconnected from the aspirations of Nigerians it seeks to lead.