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27/05/2025

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14/05/2025

12/05/2025

FARMER GOVERNOR UMARU BAGO APPROVES SIX MONTHS MATERNITY LEAVE FOR CIVIL SERVANTS IN NIGER STATE.

Farmer Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has approved six months maternity leave for Niger State Civil servants.

The farmer Governor gave the approval during the State Executive Council meeting at the Council Chamber of Government House, Minna.

Farmer Umaru Bago explained that the six months maternity leave is aimed at affording women ample time to take good care of themselves and their newborns, as well as help them become more productive when they resume.

The farmer Governor directed the Head of Service, Abubakar Sadiq Idris,to work out modalities for proper implementation of the policy.

The policy was approved by the farmer Governor as part of efforts aimed at protecting maternal and child health in line with international best practices

Bologi Ibrahim
Chief Press Secretary
to the Governor of Niger State
12/5/2025.

12/05/2025

A prominent chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Otunba Segun Sowunmi, has come to the defense of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, asserting that he has every constitutional right to contest in the 2027 presidential election—regardless of how many times he has previously run.

05/05/2025

Absulkadir Kure University, Minna (AKUM) Releases First Batch Admission List For 2024/2025 Academic Session.

05/05/2025

⚡ Power Sector in Crisis! Tinubu to Meet Gencos Over ₦4 Trillion Electricity Debt

President Tinubu is set to meet with power-generating companies (Gencos) as the FG scrambles to prevent a collapse of Nigeria’s electricity supply chain.

The Gencos are owed over ₦4 trillion — ₦2tn for 2024 supply and ₦1.9tn legacy debt. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has called it a national emergency, warning of a possible grid collapse if urgent steps aren’t taken.

FG plans to pay part in cash and settle the rest with promissory notes. Talks of tariff reforms and market liberalisation are also on the table.

🗣 “Without urgent intervention, the entire power ecosystem could collapse,” warned Gencos.

👉 What do you think, Chief? Is it time Nigerians paid full tariff or should FG continue subsidies?

05/05/2025

🚨 BREAKING: Protest Rocks Abuja!

Youths stormed the streets of Abuja demanding the immediate release of activist and influencer Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). He was reportedly arrested by the Nigeria Police Force, though details remain unclear.

Protesters chanted: “He’s not a thief! Release VDM!” as they marched toward the EFCC office in Jabi. The arrest has sparked outrage online — even foreigners are reacting.

👉 What’s your take on this?

03/05/2025

Edo Police Arrest 95 Suspected Cultists in Benin

In a week-long crackdown, the Edo State Police Command has arrested 95 suspected cultists linked to deadly supremacy clashes in Benin and nearby areas. Two locally made pistols, a single-barrel shotgun, and 24 live cartridges were recovered.

The suspects belong to Maphites, Eiye, and Aye confraternities. Police say 64 have already been charged to court, while investigations continue.

CP Monday Agbonika urges parents to monitor their wards and warns youths to avoid cultism that could destroy their future.

03/05/2025

🚨 BREAKING: EFCC Arrests Ex-Refinery Bosses Over Missing $2.9 Billion 💸

The EFCC has arrested former Managing Directors of Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna refineries over alleged mismanagement of $2.9 billion meant for refinery repairs. One ex-MD reportedly had ₦80 billion in his account!

Despite claims of refinery operations resuming in 2024, Port Harcourt and Warri are barely functional, raising public anger. Experts now call the recommissioning a “charade.”

Even ex-NNPCL GCEO Mele Kyari is under probe alongside 13 others.

🇳🇬 Nigerians are demanding answers: Where’s the money? Where’s the fuel?

03/05/2025

🚨 Facebook & Instagram May Be Shut Down in Nigeria! 🚨

Meta says it might shut down Facebook and Instagram in Nigeria after being slammed with over $290 million in fines by Nigerian agencies for alleged violations.

A Federal High Court ruling means Meta has until June 30 to pay or face enforcement. If unresolved, millions of Nigerians could lose access to their favorite social platforms!

Small businesses, influencers, and everyday users may be hit hard.

👉 What do you think about this?

01/05/2025

📍 Minna, Niger State — May 1, 2025 Tensions within the top ranks of Niger State’s political leadership appear to be deepening as Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, alongside Distinguished Senator Sani Mohammed Musa and other top government officials, participated in the 2025 Workers’ Day celebra...