Breaking News , Climate Change , News
February 4, 2025

NiMet Warns Of Flash Floods, Extreme Weather In Parts Of Nigeria, Unveils 2025 Report In Local Languages For Farmers

127 He highlighted the increasing impact of climate change on aviation and other critical sectors, stressing the importance of early warning systems. By Sahara Reporters The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has released its 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP), warning of a late onset of rainfall in many parts of the country, extreme weather conditions, and […]

Breaking News , Economy/Business , News
December 18, 2024

Honouring The Contributions Of Migrants To Nigeria’s Economy 

216 By David Ibrahim, Favour Adeboye, Aanuoluwapo Afolabi Since 2000, December 18th has been commemorated as the United Nations International Migrants Day (IMD), to honour and recognise migrants’ contributions to society. As part of activities to commemorate this year’s IMD, iLead Africa and the United Nations Commission on Human Rights (OHCHR), held a training from […]

Breaking News , Governance , Health
November 8, 2024

Nigeria Govt Announces Free Cesarean Sections For Pregnant Women

243 Mr Pate, a professor, said the initiative is an ambitious commitment to reducing maternal and newborn mortality across Nigeria. By Nike Adebowale-Tambe The Nigerian government has announced that cesarean sections will now be provided free of charge to women in need, as part of its efforts to reduce the country’s maternal mortality rate. The […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Education
October 23, 2024

BRCI And French Embassy Successfully Host Law Day 2024

279 The partnership between BRCI and the French Embassy highlights a shared commitment to advancing human rights education and the rule of law in the country. By Maxwell Effiong The Basic Rights Counsel Initiative (BRCI), in partnership with the Embassy of France in Nigeria, successfully held the 2nd edition of Law Day on October 17, […]

Breaking News , Investigation
October 16, 2024

EXCLUSIVE: How Nigerian Railway Officials, Security Personnel Subject Nigerians To Untold Frustrations, Heighten Insecurity Through Ticket Racketeering

340 At the Itakpe-Uvjewu route, travellers do not need tickets to get on the train, as security personnel and NRC crew members are prepared to take them through the bush and back doors. By Ojo Gbenga Nicholas Some security personnel and officials of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) have subjected Nigerians to untold frustrations and […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Impact
August 8, 2024

Basic Rights Counsel Initiative Receives Certificate Of Appreciation From CUSO International

559 This recognition celebrates the organization’s outstanding commitment to improving the lives of women and girls in Nigeria. By TheInvestigator In a moment of excitement and honor, the Basic Rights Counsel Initiative (BRCI) has announced that it has been bestowed with a Certificate of Appreciation by CUSO International. This recognition celebrates the organization’s outstanding commitment […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
August 2, 2024

Cross River: Peaceful “#EndBadGovernmentInNigeria” Protest Lauded By Police 

516 He called on all residents to “give peace a chance” and remain vigilant in reporting any potential threats to public safety. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Police Command has expressed deep gratitude to the residents of the state for their peaceful conduct during the recent nationwide “EndBadGovernmentInNigeria” protest. In a press release issued […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
August 1, 2024

Cross River State Government Faces Backlash Over Alleged Abduction Of Peaceful Protesters

910 The Cross River State Government has yet to respond to these allegations, and the whereabouts of the detained protesters remain unknown. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government is under fire following allegations of the violent abduction of peaceful protesters by members of the State Governor’s convoy. The incident occurred earlier today along Marian […]

Breaking News , Governance , Videos
August 1, 2024

[VIDEO] Heavy Security Presence As #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria Protest Yet To Begin In Calabar

719 Despite the heavy rain, four police vans were stationed around Freedom Park, and Air Force personnel were spotted inside the Palladium bar. By TheInvestigator The 10-day #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protest is yet to begin in Cross River State. A visit by TheInvestigator to the kick-off point, Freedom Park by Mary Slessor roundabout revealed a heavy security […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Governance
July 28, 2024

ICPC Emphasizes Collective Approach To Tackling Corruption At State-Level Workshop

426 Dr Adamu Aliyu, Chairman of ICPC reiterated the commitment of the Commission to rooting out corrupt elements and practices in Nigeria. By TheInvestigator Social Action Nigeria in collaboration with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) supported by the MacArthur Foundation has organized a one-day state-level anti-corruption sensitization and education workshop […]

Breaking News , Economy/Business
July 16, 2024

FG Targets 500,000 Metric Tonnes Of Cocoa Production By 2025

504 Mr Rimi, however, called for continued collaboration to address the gaps in the global trade ecosystem. News Agency of Nigeria The federal government on Tuesday promised to boost its cocoa production to 500,000 metric tonnes by 2025 from the 340,000 recorded in 2022. Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investments, Nura Rimi, […]

Breaking News , Economy/Business , Governance
July 14, 2024

Workshop In Calabar Tackles Gender Inequity In Taxation

464 This workshop aims to create a gender-responsive tax system that ensures equitable treatment for all. By TheInvestigator A groundbreaking workshop aimed at addressing gender disparities in taxation was held in Calabar. Organized by the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) with support from the International Budget Partnership (IBP), the workshop focused on collecting data […]

Breaking News , Governance , Nation
June 4, 2024

Organised Labour Suspends Strike

566 During the failed talks with the government, labour rejected three government offers, the latest being ₦60,000. The TUC and the NLC subsequently pulled out of negotiations, insisting on ₦494,000 as the new minimum wage. By Lucky Obewo-Isawode and Emmanuel Egobiambu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have suspended their […]

Breaking News , Governance , Nation
June 3, 2024

Labour Union Shut Down National Grid

444 The shutdown started from the Benin transmission operator to other substations in Ganmo, Benin, Ayede, Olorunsogo, Akangba and Osogbo.  By TheInvestigator The Transmission Company of Nigeria says the Labour union has shut down the national grid, resulting in a blackout as a nationwide strike begins. TCN in a statement states that the national grid […]

Breaking News , Governance , Nation
June 2, 2024

NLC, Affiliate Members Mobilize For Monday’s Strike

437 The organized Labour had declared an indefinite strike on Friday following a breakdown on the new minimum wage negotiation with the government. By Galaxy TV Economic activities across Nigeria will be shut down by 12 a.m. on Monday morning as workers in the banking, oil and gas, medical and health, electricity, aviation, judiciary, and […]

Breaking News , Governance , Nation
June 1, 2024

NLC And TUC Announce Nationwide Strike

627 The unions are calling on all workers to join the strike. They say that the strike will continue until the government meets their demands. By TheInvestigator The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have announced an indefinite nationwide strike starting on Monday, June 3, 2024. The unions are demanding a […]

Breaking News , Governance , Nation
April 6, 2024

Sports Ministry To Promote National Health And Wellness, Support Oil And Gas Industry Games

475 In line with these objectives, the Ministry is exploring initiatives to further promote sports and fitness awareness on a national scale.  By Diana-Mary Nsan The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has emphasized that increased involvement in sports has become expedient, as it will not only enhance individual health and fitness […]

Breaking News , Cross River
March 5, 2024

Nigeria Wins First Medal At African Games

495 Despite the setback, Edem, a Cross Riverian secured a well-deserved bronze medal, equaling her achievement at the 2019 African Games in Rabat, Morocco. By Our Reporter Table tennis player Offiong Edem Tuesday secured a bronze medal in the women’s singles event at the 13th African Games in Accra, Ghana. Her effort marks the first medal for […]

Breaking News , Governance , Nation
January 8, 2024

BREAKING: Tinubu Suspends Betta Edu As Humanitarian Affairs Minister

821 “The President further directs the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to conduct a thorough investigation…” By Jude Egbas, TheCable President Bola Tinubu has suspended Betta Edu as minister of humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation. Edu has been under fire after a memo surfaced wherein she asked Oluwatoyin Madein, accountant-general of the […]

Breaking News , Governance , Investigation
January 5, 2024

Betta Edu, Tinubu’s Humanitarian Affairs Minister Writes Accountant General, Directs Payment Of Public Funds Into Private Account

917 The private account belongs to Oniyelu Bridget Mojisola, identified as a project manager by the minister. By SaharaReporters Dr. Betta Edu, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation asked the Accountant General of the Federation, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein to send public funds to a private account, according to a letter obtained by […]

Akwa Ibom , Breaking News , Governance
December 30, 2023

Agric Ministry Sets Aside N5bn To Rehabilitate Roads, Install Transformers In Akpabio’s District

574 However, the budget provisions to rehabilitate roads in only Akpabio’s senatorial district do not match the ministry’s mandate. By Daniel Ojukwu, FIJ The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security is looking to spend N5 billion on rehabilitating roads and installing transformers and cables in Godswill Akpabio, the Senate President’s constituency. The Abubakar Kyari-led ministry budgeted N500 million […]

Breaking News , Nation
November 20, 2023

Nigerian Inspector-General Orders Police Officers To Tender Retirement Letters After Exceeding Statutory Age, Service

519 By SaharaReporters The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered police formations and commands to extract a letter of retirement from police officers who are due for retirement but have refused to leave the service. SaharaReporters obtained the police signal from the IGP office on Saturday which said a “disturbing trend” that policemen who […]