By Joke Kujenya THE NIGERIA Police Force has declared Andrew Wynne, a British national, and his Nigerian associate, Lucky Ehis Obiyan, wanted for allegedly orchestrating a plot to overthrow Nigeria’s democratically elected government. Wynne, also known as Andrew Povich or Drew Povey, is accused of establishing a network of sleeper cells aimed ...
By Joke Kujenya THE DEFENCE Headquarters (DHQ) has provided clarification regarding the viral video showing two Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles destroyed by terrorists in Zamfara State. According to the DHQ, the vehicles were deliberately immobilized and abandoned by troops after they became stuck during an operation in the Zam...
By Joke Kujenya THE NIGERIAN National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has raised alarms over its worsening financial situation, which could jeopardize the continued supply of petrol nationwide. The company recently confirmed that it faces a significant debt burden to petrol suppliers, reportedly amounting to $6 billion. This debt has exac...
By Joke Kujenya PRESIDENT BOLA Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Beijing, China, for a five-day state visit aimed at strengthening economic ties and fostering investment opportunities between Nigeria and China. He landed in China at approximately 9.00am. local time on Sunday and was warmly received by senior Chinese government officials. Joining the...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter CHIDIMMA ADETSHINA has been crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024, a victory that has captured the attention of many, not just for her beauty and grace, but also for the resilience she displayed after facing a wave of criticism in South Africa. Representing Taraba State, the 23-year-old law student emer...
By Joke Kujenya THE NIGERIAN Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has highlighted a troubling trend: the Mpox outbreak is disproportionately affecting children aged 0-5 years. The center’s recent update reveals that of the 48 confirmed Mpox cases in Nigeria this year, a significant majority involve young children. Mpox, which spreads throug...
By Helen Okechukwu, JKNewsMedia Reporter PRESIDENT BOLA Tinubu has called for the establishment of direct flights and enhanced economic cooperation between Nigeria and Brazil. On Thursday, during a meeting in Abuja, he received the newly appointed Brazilian Ambassador to Nigeria, Carlos Jose Areias, who presented his Letter of Credence. Presid...
By David Onyeji AS A TEENAGER, making friends can seem like a daunting task. With the pressures of school, social media, and extracurricular activities, it’s easy to feel lost in a sea of unfamiliar faces. However, building meaningful relationships is crucial for our emotional and mental well-being. In my own experience, I’ve learn...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter THE NIGERIAN National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has expanded its Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) shipments to Japan and China. This marks a significant step in its ambition to become a global energy leader. NNPC Ltd achieved this milestone by delivering its first LNG cargo to Futtsu, Japan, on...
By Joke Kujenya THE FEDERAL Government has mandated the dismissal of workers in both public and private sectors found with fake degree certificates from Benin and Togo. The Minister of Education, Tahir Mamman, announced this decision during a press conference in Abuja, marking his one year in office. The move follows recommendations by an inte...
