Niger Delta Blue Economy Summit partners with Caverton Marine
The Niger Delta Blue Economy Investment Summit partners with Caverton Marine to boost safe, climate-friendly water transport. Summit set for Feb 9-11 in Akwa Ibom. Read more.
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Akande hails Aiyedatiwa's commitment to water, sanitation
Ondo Commissioner for Water Resources, Ayodele Akande, commends Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa's leadership on public sanitation and water projects, highlighting improved hygiene and ongoing dam rehabilitation. A foundation also donates a 4D ultrasound machine
Nigeria's New Tax Laws: Reality Check on Corruption & Trust
Nigeria's historic tax reforms replace colonial-era laws, but public trust is undermined by deep-rooted corruption and fears of fund mismanagement. Can Tinubu's government convince citizens?
Lagos Electric Ferries, FG Bans Wooden Boats
Lagos plans electric ferries to cut fares, while the Federal Government urges a ban on unsafe wooden boats after tragic accidents. Read the latest on Nigeria's water transport safety.
FG Demands Ban on Wooden Boats for Commercial Transport
The Federal Government calls on states to ban unsafe wooden boats for water transport, advocating for modern fibre and aluminium alternatives to prevent tragic accidents. Read more.
Tax Act 2025: Gains and Risks for Nigerian Manufacturers
The Nigeria Tax Act 2025 introduces sweeping reforms for manufacturers, offering tax credits and R&D deductions. Experts warn implementation is key to success. Discover the full impact.
Yobe Boat Accident Death Toll Rises to 29
The death toll from the Yobe boat accident has risen to 29. Search and rescue efforts continue as authorities cite overloading and structural defects as causes. Read the full report.
Nigerian Mum Dies in UK, Family Seeks Help
Damilola Balogun, a Nigerian mother of three in the UK, has died after fluid on the brain. Her family, left in financial crisis, is appealing for support for funeral costs and her children.
Tax Reform Resistance Rooted in Past Failures, Says CPPE
Dr Muda Yusuf of CPPE explains why Nigeria's new 2026 tax reform faces public backlash, citing failed past reforms, declining welfare, and weak social contract. Learn the path to sustainable implementation.
Chelle: Heart Surgery Caused Viral AFCON Water Moment
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle explains the real reason he was doused with water at AFCON 2023, linking it to a serious cardiac surgery. Read his full story and his calm approach to AFCON 2025.
PEPC Foundation Commissions Water Project in Ibeju-Lekki
PEPC Foundation provides clean water and food packs to Ibeju-Lekki residents. Founder Otunba Lukman Akinsanya plans nationwide expansion to combat waterborne diseases. Read more.
Six dead, four rescued in Lagos boat mishap
A passenger boat accident in Lagos has left six dead and four rescued. Authorities are searching for missing persons after the vessel hit a submerged object. Read the latest updates.
5 Signs Your 'Meruwa' Water is Unsafe
Cholera outbreaks in Nigeria are often linked to contaminated water. Learn the five critical signs to check before buying from jerrycan vendors ('Meruwa') to protect your family's health.
Ezekwesili: Suspend Tax Act Over Credibility Crisis
Oby Ezekwesili calls for immediate suspension of Nigeria's Tax Reform Act, citing grave constitutional concerns over a disputed gazetted version. She demands a transparent inquiry.
5 Signs Your 'Meruwa' Water is Unsafe
Learn the 5 critical signs that water from jerrycan vendors ('Meruwa') may be contaminated and could lead to cholera. Protect your family's health with these essential checks.
Heavy Metals Found in Yobe Water, Linked to Kidney Disease
A new report reveals dangerous levels of cadmium, lead, and arsenic in Yobe water samples, driving a decades-long kidney failure crisis. Researchers urge immediate action.
Onwueme at 70 Calls for Massive Education Investment
Nigerian literary icon, Prof. Tess Onwueme, marks 70th birthday with a powerful appeal for increased funding and policy reforms in the education sector, calling it the bedrock of national development.
Two Teenagers Drown in Ibadan's Apete River
The Apete community in Ibadan mourns Abdullahi Sheriff, 15, and Adekitan Rasheed, 13, who drowned in a local river. Learn the details and urgent safety calls from residents.
Teenagers Drown in Apete River, Ibadan
Two teenagers, Abdullahi Sheriff (15) and Adekitan Rasheed (13), drowned in a river in Apete, Ibadan, on December 21, 2025. Read the tragic details and community warnings ignored.
Tyla Leads Spotify Africa, Beats Burna Boy, Tems
South African singer Tyla is now Africa's most-streamed artist on Spotify, overtaking Nigerian stars Burna Boy and Tems. Discover her meteoric rise to global fame.
Pure Water Sells for N200 in Lokoja Holiday Traffic Jam
A Nigerian lady stuck on the Abuja-Lokoja road exposes how hawkers sell sachet water for up to N200. Read her shocking experience and public reactions to the annual gridlock.
Water Ministry Goes Paperless with 1GOV Digital System
The Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation has launched the 1GOV ECM system, ending paper-based operations. This digital shift promises improved service delivery and transparency for Nigerians. Read more about this transformative step.
Man kills childhood friend over sachet water in Niger
Niger State Police arrest Abdulazeez Abubakar for allegedly stabbing Sadiq Sani to death after an argument over 'pure water'. Read the shocking details of the tragedy.
Man stabs friend to death over pure water argument in Niger
A minor dispute over sachet water for ablution turned fatal in Minna, as a 23-year-old man allegedly stabbed his 20-year-old friend. Police have arrested the suspect. Read the shocking details.
Man kills friend over sachet water in Minna
A minor disagreement over sachet water for ablution in Minna turned fatal, leaving one dead. Angry youths demand justice. Read the full story.
Rivers Community Protests 2-Year Power, Water Outage
Women in Kula, Rivers State, protest lack of electricity and water for over two years despite hosting major oil firms. They plead for government intervention amid a health crisis.
House of Reps Intervenes in Dangote, NMDPRA Dispute
The House of Representatives has stepped in to mediate the escalating conflict between Dangote Refinery and the NMDPRA. Both parties have been summoned to present their cases. Read the full story.
IDU 2025 Outreach: Free Health Screening, Water for Isale Eko
Isale-Eko Descendants Union kicks off 2025 community wellness with free health checks, clean water distribution, and a heritage walk. Join the movement for a healthier Lagos Island.
Church Leaders' Daughter Dumps Christianity for Ancestral Worship
The daughter of an apostle and a deaconess reveals why she abandoned Christianity to become a water priestess, embracing her ancestors' way. Discover her parents' reaction and the online debate it sparked.
20 Creators Picked for Tax Reform Training
Tax reform boss Taiwo Oyedele unveils 20 top content creators for special training on new tax laws. The 'Influencing for Good' programme aims to boost public understanding. See the full list and details.
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