Nigeria’s statistical agency agency on Thursday said it will add illegal and hidden economic activities while calculating the GDP of an African powerhouse where corruption and black marketeering are rampant. Gross domestic product estimates the size of an economy by calculating the value of goods and services produced. Nigeria is currently the fourth largest African…

The Bauchi State Government has dismissed allegations that it allocated N400 million in the 2025 budget to purchase six computers for the Office of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), labelling the claim as "a lie from the pit of hell." In a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Aminu Hammayo,…

Gov. Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau has honoured his Aide-de-Camp, DSP Daniel Ndirpaya, and Escort Commander, DSP Emmanuel Habila, on Thursday in Jos, praising their exceptional services. The ceremony followed their promotion to Deputy Superintendent of Police by the Nigerian Police Force. The governor commended the officers for their loyalty and diligence, revealing that he first…

Nineteen hippos have died in Zimbabwe in the past three months most likely due to a lack of adequate food because of severe drought, the wildlife authority said Thursday. Samples from the dead animals showed no trace of abnormalities or anthrax poisoning, ZimParks said in a statement. However, an investigation found that the hippos had…

The Bauchi State House of Assembly has confirmed eight commissioner nominees forwarded by Gov. Bala Mohamed for screening. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Mohammed on Tuesday forwarded a list of eight nominees for appoitment as members of the State Executive Council, following a major cabinet reshuffle. The House at plenary on Thursday…