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FG orders NIS to withdraw passports from Nigerians who renounced citizenship

Maureen Ikpeama9 hours ago9 hours ago03 mins

Federal Government has directed the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to immediately withdraw or deactivate passports belonging to individuals who have formally renounced their Nigerian citizenship.The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, issued the directive, stating that some individuals who have completed the renunciation process still retain Nigerian travel documents.According to him, the order applies strictly to…

Gov Zulum backs military airstrike, says market hub for insurgents

Maureen Ikpeama10 hours ago10 hours ago03 mins

……..Ban five years ago Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has backed the military airstrike on Jilli market in Gubio Local Government Area of Borno state saying that the market had been officially closed for five years. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media, Dauda Iliya, the governor described Jilli market…

Gov Mbah celebrates Msgr Obiora Ike at 70, laud his legacies

Maureen Ikpeama15 hours ago15 hours ago04 mins

Governor of Enugu State, Dr Peter Mbah, on Sunday paid tributes to the founder of the Catholic Institute for Development, Justice and Peace (CIDJAP), Prof. Obiora Ike, describing him as a “champion of service and epitome of true character.” Mbah described Ike as a rare gift to humanity, whose life has been devoted to uplifting…

Nigerians demand action as FG unveils 48 sponsors of terrorism

Maureen Ikpeama15 hours ago15 hours ago06 mins

Nigerians have called for an immediate enforcement of sanctions against sponsors of terrorism attacks in Nigeria. This followed the Federal Government’s release of an updated list of 48 individuals and 12 entities allegedly linked to terrorism financing. Security experts warn that failure to act could undermine confidence in Nigeria’s counterterrorism efforts.The list, published on Saturday…

Military airstrike kills over 30 persons in Borno- Yobe border market

Maureen Ikpeama17 hours ago17 hours ago03 mins

Over 30 people have been reportedly, killed following a military airstrike on a busy weekly market at Jilli village, along the border of Borno and Yobe States.The incident, which occurred on Saturday evening at the popular Jilli Market between Gubio and Geidam axis, threw traders and residents into panic as multiple explosions reportedly rocked the…

Awkunanaw community, Nnamani, Nwobodo support Gov Mbah’s second-term bid

Maureen Ikpeama1 day ago22 hours ago03 mins

Prominent political figures in Enugu state including former Senate President, Ken Nnamani and former Governor of Old Anambra state, Jim Nwobodo, alongside the Awkunanaw clan, have endorsed Governor Peter Mbah for a second term in 2027 elections, extolling his development strides and governance reforms across Enugu State. The endorsement came during a mega rally held…

Enugu expands social safety Net , unveils NG-CARES Operation 2.0

Maureen Ikpeama2 days ago2 days ago03 mins

in it’s determination to boost livelihoods, agriculture, and community infrastructure, Enugu State Government on Friday, expanded its social protection drive with the launch of Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus( NG-CARES) Operation 2.0, after supporting over 500,000 individuals and 10,000 businesses since 2022. The Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Chris-Robert Ozongwu, who disclosed…

Gov Mbah celebrates fmr. Gov Chime at 67, salutes his enduring ideals, selfless service

Maureen Ikpeama3 days ago3 days ago02 mins

Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has felicitated former governor of the state, Sullivan Chime CON, on his 67th birthday, describing him as an epitome of selfless service. Mbah conveyed this in his birthday message celebrating the former governor on Friday. He recalled Chime’s governance model, which he said had continued to make him…

24 killed, church, mosque razed in Kebbi attack-Kontagora diocese

Maureen Ikpeama3 days ago3 days ago04 mins

Catholic Diocese of Kontagora has refuted Police report which said 4 Persons were killed in the Easter Sunday Kebbi attack, saying , 24 people were reportedly killed in the deadly attack on Debe village in Shanga Local Government Area of the state. The attack, disclosed by the Catholic Diocese of Kontagora, is the latest in…

World Bank revises Nigeria’s 2026 economic growth forecast to 4.1%

Maureen Ikpeama3 days ago3 days ago03 mins

World Bank has revised downward Nigeria’s economic growth projection for 2026 to 4.1 percent, citing persistent structural challenges and global uncertainties. This marks a drop from its October 2025 forecast of 4.4 percent for both 2026 and 2027. The Bank also trimmed its 2027 estimate to 4.2 percent, while projecting a modest rise to 4.3…