Mele Kyari: NNPCL Remits N10trn To Federation Account By Sept 2024

LAGOS JANUARY 16TH (NEWSRANGERS)-The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, Malam Mele Kyari, said on Wednesday in Abuja that the company remitted N10 trillion to the federation account as of…

Rwanda Confirms First Oil Discovery In Lake Kivu

LAGOS JANUARY 16TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Rwanda said Wednesday it had made its first oil discovery, with confirmation of 13 reservoirs in Lake Kivu, which makes up part of its border with DR Congo. “The good news is that…

Nigerian Maritime Journalists To Honour Customs Boss With “Iconic Maritime Personality Of The Year” Award

LAGOS JANUARY 15TH (NEWSRANGERS)-All is set for Nigerian Maritime Journalists (NMJ) award to be conferred on the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR, as the “Iconic Maritime Personality of the Year…

Los Angeles Wildfire Consumes  95-Year-Old Hollywood Actress In Her Home

LAGOS JANUARY 15TH (NEWSRANGERS)-An actress known for her roles in Blues Brothers, Lady Sings the Blues, and The 10 Commandments, Dalyce Curry has tragically passed away at the age of 95. Her remains were discovered after…

Actors Guild Of Nigeria Debunks Arrest, Detention  Of Its National President

LAGOS JANUARY 13TH (NEWSRANGERS)-The Actors Guild Of Nigeria (AGN) has debunked media report of the arrest and detention  of its National President, Dr Ejezie Emeka Rollas by the police in Umuahia, Abia State. Disputing the arrest,…

Popular Nigeria Gospel Artist Invited To Perform At Trump’s Inaugural Prayer Breakfast

LAGOS JANUARY 5TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Popular Nigerian gospel artiste, Nathaniel Bassey has been invited to perform at the Presidential Inaugural Prayer Breakfast of US President-elect Donald Trump. The prayer breakfast, a non-governmental and non-political gathering, heralds Trump’s inauguration…

Mystery New Virus Strikes China Five Years On From Covid

LAGOS JANUARY 5TH (NEWSRANGERS)-A mysterious viral outbreak is overwhelming some hospitals in China and prompting people to wear face masks again. Videos on social media appear to show medical units struggling with large numbers of patients.…

Enhancement Of Military Health Services: Matawalle  Meets With US Deputy Assistance Sec. Of  Defence For Health

LAGOS DECEMBER 20TH (NEWSRANGERS)-In a significant move to bolster Defence Health Services and strengthen the partnership between the United States and Nigeria, the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, H.E. Dr. Muhammad Bello Matawalle MON, met…

Dinga Dinga ‘Dancing Disease’ Hits Uganda Community

LAGOS DECEMBER 20TH (NEWSRANGERS)-The disease which locals are referring to as Dinga Dinga, translating to “shaking like dancing”, has already affected around 300 people, mostly women and girls, according to health officials. In what will come…

Starving Dogs Attack, Moul Nigeria Woman To Death In Italy

LAGOS JANUARY 16TH (NEWSRANGERS)-A chilling tragedy unfolded in the quiet town of Latina, as a young Nigerian mother was savagely attacked and killed by a pack of starving dogs. Patricia Masithela, 27, was visiting a friend’s…

Palestinians Burst Into Celebration, Shed Tears Of Joy At News Of Cease Fire Deal

LAGOS JANUARY 16TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Palestinians burst into celebration across the Gaza Strip on Wednesday at news of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with some shedding years of joy and others whistling, clapping and chanting “Allahu akbar”…

Rwanda Confirms First Oil Discovery In Lake Kivu

LAGOS JANUARY 16TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Rwanda said Wednesday it had made its first oil discovery, with confirmation of 13 reservoirs in Lake Kivu, which makes up part of its border with DR Congo. “The good news is that…

FMAFS, NIMC Collaborate On NIN Farmer, G2P Project Initiative

LAGOS JANUARY 17TH (NEWSRNAGERS)-The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS)in collaboration with the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), is introducing the National Identity Number (NIN) enabled farmer registry and Government 2 people (G2P) card…

Panic As Bandits Attack Katsina General Hospital, Shoot doctor, Abduct Five

LAGOS JANUARY 16TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Bandits have attacked the General Hospital in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State and shot a medical doctor and kidnapped five persons. Among those kidnapped were staff of the hospital. Meanwhile, in…

Tinubu Gives Directive For  Recruitment Of 5000 Personnel For Nigerian Correctional Service

LAGOS JANUARY 16TH (NEWSRANGERS)-In a bold move to strengthen the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the recruit­ment of 5,000 personnel into the service. The announcement came from Mr. Sylvester Nwakuche Ndidi,…

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ECOWAS Must Be Relevant Again

By George P. Koon LAGOS DECEMBER 16TH (URHOBOTODAY)-The current leader of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, and his predecessor Guinea-Bissau leader Umaro Sissoco Embalo have failed to demonstrate the…

Ex-Governor  Okowa’s Strategic Decision Secures N150bn Subsidy Refund for Delta State

LAGOS NOVEMBER 3RD (NEWSRANGERS)-In a testament to his prudence, foresight, and selflessness, ex-Governor Ifeanyi Okowa’s administration has once again demonstrated its commitment to Delta State’s financial stability. On October 30th, 2024, the state received a substantial…