The Nigerian Army has issued a plea to the citizens to refrain from creating drama skits and videos that portray the military and security forces in a negative light. The appeal was made in a statement released by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations officer, Col. Sagir Musa on Friday, April 10th. The Army expressed concern that such depictions have led to an inaccurate impression of Nigerian soldiers, depicting them as undisciplined and brutal. The statement highlighted the current COVID-19 pandemic and the various measures implemented to curb its spread, including movement restrictions and stay-at-home directives enforced by government and security agencies. It noted that while some individuals have sought to provide entertainment and comic relief through the production of hum...

The Federal Ministry of Power has clarified that the Federal Government has not yet made a decision to provide Nigerians with free electricity for two months. The Ministry, led by Engr. Saleh Mamman, took to Twitter to make the announcement. In a tweet shared on April 10, they stated: "Please Note: NO DECISION has been taken by the Federal Government to provide Nigerians with FREE ELECTRICITY for 2 months. If and when that becomes a reality, it shall be announced officially. Be rest assured that FG is exploring ways to ameliorate any hardship on Nigerians." This statement comes in the wake of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, unveiling plans to consider a new Stimulus Bill that aims to ensure Nigerians receive free electricity supply for two months during t...