FG to Complete Records of Nigerian Casualties, Assets Lost During ECOMOG Wars The Federal Government has pledged to complete the documentation of Nigerian military casualties, historical records and assets associated with the country’s participation in the Economic Community of West African States Monitoring Group (ECOMOG) operations in Liberia and Sierra Leone. Minister of Defence, retired […]

Atiku’s Camp Challenges APC to Account for ₦10bn Ebola Fund The African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential campaign of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has challenged the All Progressives Congress (APC) to explain the whereabouts of the ₦10 billion approved by President Bola Tinubu for Ebola preparedness, following the party’s claim that the funds remain untouched. The […]

Court Allows Selected CCTV Footage in el-Rufai’s N10bn Suit Against ICPC The Federal High Court in Abuja has authorised the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to play selected portions of its closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage in the N10 billion fundamental rights suit filed by former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir el-Rufai. Justice […]

Senate Demands Urgent Security Overhaul After 113 Killed in Benue Attacks The Nigerian Senate has called for an urgent overhaul of security operations following the reported killing of 113 people in four separate attacks on communities in Benue State. The lawmakers urged the Federal Government and relevant security agencies to strengthen military and police operations, […]

2027: Tinubu’s Re-election Bid Faces Uncertainty Over Wike’s Rainbow Coalition President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election campaign is facing fresh political uncertainty over the proposed Rainbow Coalition promoted by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, amid concerns among All Progressives Congress (APC) governors that the alliance could undermine the party’s candidates in state […]

NLC Mobilises for Nationwide Strike Over Fuel Prices, Minimum Wage The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed its affiliate unions, state councils and civil society allies to begin mobilising for possible nationwide industrial action following the failure of talks with the Federal Government over workers’ demands. The decision followed a meeting between organised labour and […]

2027 Atiku Suffering from ‘Emir Complex’, Says Segun Sowunmi A member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council, Segun Sowunmi, has accused former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar of being disconnected from the realities of ordinary Nigerians, describing him as suffering from what he called an “Emir complex”. Sowunmi made the remarks during an interview […]

One Dead, Three Rescued in Lagos Building Collapse One person has died while three others have been rescued following the collapse of a building in Lagos State. The incident, which triggered an emergency response, left residents and other occupants concerned as rescue teams worked to locate and assist people who might have been trapped beneath […]

Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, October 23, 2026 The US dollar traded at different rates against the Nigerian naira on Friday, October 23, 2026, across the official foreign exchange market and the parallel market. Available market reports showed that the official exchange rate was around ₦1,331 to the dollar, while parallel-market dealers quoted higher […]

NYSC Kidnap: DSS Witness Reveals How Suspects Were Identified A witness from the Department of State Services (DSS) has given details of how suspects linked to the kidnapping of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members were identified, providing fresh insight into the investigation. The testimony was presented during court proceedings involving the alleged abduction, as […]

Seven Killed in Multiple-Vehicle Crash Involving Trailer in Gombe At least seven people have reportedly died in a multiple-vehicle road crash involving a trailer in Gombe State. The fatal accident has renewed concerns over road safety and the dangers posed by heavy-duty vehicles on Nigerian roads. Details surrounding the circumstances of the crash, including the […]

State Police 24 States Approve Bill as Lagos, 11 Others Delay Decision Twenty-four states have reportedly approved the proposed constitutional amendment to establish state police in Nigeria, while Lagos and 11 other states are yet to make decisive progress on the measure. The development highlights the uneven pace of support for the proposed reform, which […]

Why Food Prices Remain High Despite FG’s Interventions, Ongoing Harvest Food prices in Nigeria have remained high despite Federal Government interventions and the ongoing harvest season, raising concerns about the affordability of essential commodities and the continued pressure on household budgets. Although the harvest period typically increases the supply of agricultural produce, consumers are yet […]

Ebola APC Accuses Atiku of Politicising Outbreak, Claims N10bn Remains Untouched The All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar of politicising Nigeria’s Ebola response, alleging that N10 billion allocated for public health intervention remains untouched. The ruling party made the allegation amid growing public concern over the country’s confirmed Ebola Virus Disease […]

Sowore We Sought Aso Rock Venue Because APC Uses It Too Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has explained that his group sought to use a venue at Aso Rock because the All Progressives Congress (APC) also uses the facility for its activities. Sowore’s remark comes amid discussions over the request to […]

Family Announces Burial Plans for Late Afenifere Leader Fasoranti The family of the late Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, has announced burial arrangements for the elder statesman, who was a prominent figure in Nigeria’s socio-political landscape. The announcement is expected to provide details of activities leading to his final burial, including funeral services and other […]

Ebola FG Quarantines High-Risk Contacts, Says Patient Zero Showing Signs of Recovery The Federal Government has moved to contain Nigeria’s confirmed Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) case by quarantining high-risk contacts, strengthening surveillance and reassuring the public that measures are in place to prevent further transmission. The government also disclosed that the index patient, commonly referred […]

Veteran Nollywood Actor Francis Duru Dies at 57 Veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has died at the age of 57 following a brief illness, his family has announced. The family disclosed his death in a statement posted on the actor’s official Instagram page in the early hours of Friday, October 23, 2026. “We, the family […]

FG Quarantines High-Risk Ebola Contacts, Allows Political Rallies, Public Gatherings The Federal Government has quarantined high-risk contacts of Nigeria’s confirmed Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) case but maintained that political campaigns, conferences and other major public gatherings can proceed for now. The Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, disclosed this on Thursday […]

One Dies, Three Injured as Cement-Laden Truck Crashes in Ogun One person has died while three others sustained varying degrees of injuries after a cement-laden truck suffered brake failure and crashed along Ajebo Road in Ogun State. The lone accident occurred at about 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Agbedejobi Village, around Mile […]

Ebola UN Expresses Confidence in Nigeria’s Containment Efforts The United Nations has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s ability to contain the newly confirmed case of Ebola virus disease, assuring the Federal Government of its readiness to provide support to prevent further transmission. The UN Secretary-General’s spokesperson, Stéphane Dujarric, gave the assurance on Wednesday while responding to […]

Kano Will Vote Tinubu in 2027, Governor Yusuf Assures Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has assured President Bola Tinubu of the support of Kano residents in the 2027 general elections, expressing confidence that the state will mobilise substantial votes for the President’s re-election. Yusuf gave the assurance on Wednesday while representing Tinubu at the […]

Delta Traditional Rulers Mourn Uduaghan, Praise Legacy of Peace and Unity The Delta State Council of Traditional Rulers has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Governor Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, describing him as a detribalised leader whose administration promoted peace, unity and the welfare of traditional institutions. The council, in a condolence message dated […]

Yobe Court Sentences Man to Death by Hanging for Killing Wife The Yobe State High Court sitting in Damaturu has sentenced a 45-year-old man, Abubakar Musa, popularly known as Daddy, to death by hanging for killing his wife, Ammi Adamu Mamman. The judgment was delivered by High Court 1 after the prosecution established its case […]