Makinde Appoints Dr Lasisi Taiwo Abideen as Substantive Rector of Ibadan Polytechnic Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has approved the appointment of Dr Lasisi Taiwo Abideen as the substantive Rector of The Polytechnic, Ibadan. The appointment was announced alongside the selection of other principal officers for the institution, including Dr Olajide Taiwo Sherifat as Registrar, […]

PFIPC Probe Businessman Tells Reps He Paid ₦400m to Adeyemi for Contract Facilitation A businessman, Gbenga Collins, has told the House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee investigating the alleged establishment and operations of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council PFIPC that he paid ₦400 million to the council’s embattled Director-General, Adeniyi Adeyemi, to facilitate the […]

PFN Rejects Possible Restrictions on Bus Preaching, Says Christians Will Continue Evangelising The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has rejected any attempt to restrict Christians from preaching in commercial buses, insisting that believers will continue evangelising despite any possible legal restrictions. The Christian body said preaching the gospel is a fundamental responsibility of believers and […]

Ogun NANS Commends Abiodun’s Infrastructure and Security Investments The National Association of Nigerian Students NANS, Ogun State Joint Campus Council JCC, has praised Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration for approving infrastructure, housing, and security projects across the state, describing the initiatives as strategic investments aimed at improving students’ welfare and supporting socio-economic development. The student body […]

Defence Minister Hails Tinubu Over 30–80% Salary Increase for Nigerian Armed Forces Personnel Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa retd., has praised President Bola Tinubu for approving a significant salary increase for personnel of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, describing the move as a historic step toward improving the welfare of military personnel. The approved […]

BBNaija’s Aikou, Flora Secure Finale Spots Through New ‘Gambit’ Twist Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemates Amyr Yousufzai, popularly known as Aikou, and Flora Egbeda have become the first contestants to secure automatic places in the grand finale after emerging as the inaugural Gambit winners in the reality show’s “Show Ya Sef” season. The pair […]

ADC, RULAAC, Sowore Raise Concerns Over Proposed State Police Bill The African Democratic Congress ADC, the Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre RULAAC, and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore have criticized the process surrounding the proposed State Police Bill, expressing concerns over transparency and the timing of the legislation as President Bola Tinubu’s administration […]

Uncertainty Grows Over FG–ASUU Agreement as 57 State Universities Await Salary Increase Concerns are mounting over the implementation of the Federal Government’s agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities ASUU, as lecturers in several federal universities and at least 57 state-owned universities are yet to benefit from the recently approved salary increase. The situation […]

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, has defended President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, arguing that the administration inherited a severely damaged economy that could not be repaired overnight. Speaking during his monthly media chat in Abuja, Wike said the government’s policies, though difficult for many Nigerians in the short term, were necessary […]

Osun APC Tells Adeleke to Stop Blaming Tinubu, Oyetola Ahead of Governorship Election The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress APC has urged Governor Ademola Adeleke to stop blaming President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, for his political challenges ahead of the August 15 governorship […]

FG Orders Universities to Expel Students Convicted of Kidnapping, Strengthen Security Partnership With DSS The Federal Government has directed tertiary institutions across the country to dismiss any student found guilty of kidnapping and other serious criminal activities, as part of measures to strengthen security within academic environments. The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, issued […]

Sowore Warns Against Rushing State Police Bill, Calls for Delay Until After Elections Presidential candidate of the African Action Congress AAC, Omoyele Sowore, has cautioned against the rapid passage of the proposed state police bill, urging that discussions on the reform should be postponed until after the 2027 general elections. Calls for the establishment of […]

FG Begins Preliminary Assessment for Multipurpose Dam Project in Plateau Community The Federal Government has commenced preliminary assessment activities for a proposed multipurpose dam project in Kanke Local Government Area of Plateau State, as part of efforts to improve water supply, support development and provide other economic benefits to surrounding communities. The project is expected […]

FG Strengthens Partnership With Traditional Institutions to Drive Regional Development The Federal Government has announced plans to deepen collaboration with traditional institutions as part of efforts to promote regional development and strengthen grassroots governance across Nigeria. The initiative is aimed at leveraging the influence and experience of traditional rulers to support development programmes, improve community […]

FG Expands Local Financing Support for Renewable Energy Projects The Federal Government has announced plans to expand local financing support for renewable energy projects as part of efforts to accelerate clean energy development and improve access to reliable electricity across the country. The initiative is aimed at increasing investment in renewable energy solutions by strengthening […]

Court Orders X Corp to Reveal Identity of Parody Account User, Awards Student ₦20m Damages A Nigerian court has ordered X Corp to disclose information that could reveal the identity of a user behind a parody account, while awarding ₦20 million in damages to a student involved in the legal dispute. The court further awarded […]

How Emotional Eating Reflects Stress and Mental Health Struggles For many people, reaching for food is not always about satisfying physical hunger. Comfort eating has become a common way individuals cope with stress, anxiety, loneliness and emotional pain, highlighting growing concerns about mental wellbeing and healthy coping habits. Emotional eating occurs when people turn to […]

Niger Government Marks World Breastfeeding Week, Urges Mothers to Embrace Exclusive Breastfeeding The Niger State Government has joined the global community in commemorating World Breastfeeding Week 2026, calling on mothers to prioritise exclusive breastfeeding as a key measure for improving child health, nutrition and overall development. The state government said the campaign aims to raise […]

Onoh Defends Tinubu’s INEC Nomination Documents, Dismisses Certificate Controversy Former South-East spokesman for President Bola Tinubu, Denge Josef Onoh, has defended the President’s nomination documents submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC, describing criticisms surrounding his educational records as politically motivated and based on a misunderstanding of legal requirements. Onoh argued that President Tinubu’s […]

Kano Assembly Passes Bill to Regulate Private School Fees, Protect Parents from Arbitrary Increases The Kano State House of Assembly has passed a bill aimed at regulating fees charged by private educational institutions, introducing measures designed to protect parents and guardians from sudden and arbitrary increases in school charges. The proposed legislation seeks to ensure […]

Abia Government Expands Financial Support for Vulnerable Residents The Abia State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting vulnerable residents through expanded financial interventions, humanitarian assistance and social protection programmes aimed at improving the welfare of disadvantaged groups across the state. The State Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, disclosed this after the State Executive […]

NAFDAC Urges Nigerians to Read Food Labels for Healthier Food Choices The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control NAFDAC has urged Nigerians to pay closer attention to food labels when purchasing packaged products, warning that many consumers focus primarily on price and expiry dates while overlooking important nutritional information that could improve […]

Senate Panel Faults CBN, NUPRC, NDDC Over Absence at NEITI Oil Revenue Probe The Senate Public Accounts Committee has criticised the Central Bank of Nigeria CBN, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission NUPRC, the Niger Delta Development Commission NDDC, and other agencies for failing to honour invitations to appear before lawmakers at the commencement of […]

Federal Government Weighs Restricting Social Media Access for Under-16s Amid Child Safety Concerns The Federal Government is considering new measures that could restrict access to social media platforms for children under the age of 16 as concerns grow over cyberbullying, online exploitation, harmful content and the impact of excessive social media use on children’s mental […]