The Benue State Government has formally assented to the bill establishing the Labe College of Nursing Sciences, Gboko, in a move aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery and expanding access to professional education across the state.
Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, signed the legislation into law, describing the new institution as…
Nollywood actress Rosy Meurer has broken her silence amid renewed criticism surrounding her marriage to businessman Olakunle Churchill, delivering a firm and unapologetic message to detractors: if she is not comfortable, she will walk away.
The actress, who has long found herself at the center of public scrutiny over her relationship, addressed trolls questioning the…
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has declared that access to electricity is not a privilege reserved for a few, but a fundamental right that must reach every community, as he unveiled a major electrification drive aimed at accelerating economic growth across the state.
Speaking at the launch of the initiative, the governor announced the…
A Brigade Commander of the Nigerian Army has called on journalists and members of the public to promptly report any case of misconduct involving soldiers, stressing that accountability and professionalism remain central to the Army’s core values.
The senior officer made the appeal during an engagement with media practitioners, emphasising that constructive feedback from…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced that all cash transactions across airports under its management will cease effective February 29, as part of a sweeping move to align fully with the Federal Government’s cashless policy.
The directive, which takes effect nationwide, means that payments for services at FAAN-operated facilities — including terminal…
There are projects that simply fix infrastructure — and there are projects that restore pride.
The reconstruction of the Benue State Government House Road, which began only a few days ago, has now been completed — a swift turnaround that speaks volumes about the tempo of development currently reshaping the state.
For years, conversations around…
After four long years away from home, Lobi Stars are finally back where they belong — Makurdi.
The Pride of Benue will officially resume playing their home matches at the McCarthy Stadium on Saturday, February 21, 2026, when they host league leaders Doma United in a Nigeria National League (NNL) 2025/2026 Matchday 9 fixture.
For…
The Chairman of the Senate Committee on the North Central Development Commission (NCDC), Senator Titus Zam, has dismissed claims by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan that she is a member of the committee, insisting that her name does not appear on its official roster.
Zam, who represents Benue North-West in the Senate, clarified the matter amid growing…
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has been detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja as part of an escalating investigation into alleged financial irregularities involving about ₦432 billion during his tenure in office.
El-Rufai reportedly honoured an invitation to appear before the anti-graft agency at its Jabi headquarters, where he…
Nigeria’s National Assembly is considering January 16, 2027, as a new date for the next presidential election, a move that could significantly alter the country’s electoral calendar and avert a potential clash with the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.
The proposed shift, currently under legislative review, follows consultations between federal lawmakers and the Independent National…
The Benue State Government has confirmed the death of four health workers following a surge in Lassa fever cases, raising fresh concerns about the safety of frontline medical personnel and the spread of the viral disease in the state.
According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the Commissioner for Health, Paul Ogwuche, disclosed the…
Nigeria’s higher education landscape has expanded significantly following the approval of 33 new universities by the National Universities Commission (NUC) in 2025, pushing the total number of universities across the country to 309.
Data obtained from the commission indicates that the newly approved institutions cut across federal, state and private ownership, reflecting sustained momentum in…
