Cholera outbreak in Plateau State leaves 5 dead, 53 suspected cases in Mangu LGA The Plateau State Government has intensified emergency public health measures following a cholera outbreak in Mangu Local Government Area, where five people have died and 53 suspected cases have been recorded across affected communities. Health authorities say the outbreak has spread […]

TETFund Approves N7.5 Billion Research Grants for 174 Projects The Federal Government, through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund TETFund, has approved research grants worth N7.5 billion for 174 projects across Nigerian tertiary institutions under the 2025 National Research Fund NRF cycle. The initiative is aimed at boosting research, innovation, and national development through evidence based […]

Son of Late Major General Rabe Abubakar Rejects Diabetes Claim, CISLAC Demands Probe of Security Spending The son of late retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, Isyaka Abubakar, has challenged claims that his father died from complications related to diabetes, insisting the former military spokesman had no such medical condition. His reaction follows reports attributed to […]

Kebbi Killings Rekindle Calls for Security Overhaul as 20 Die in Suspected Lakurawa Attack Fresh concerns over Nigeria’s worsening security crisis have emerged after at least 20 people were killed in an attack on Fasken Rafi village in Arewa Local Government Area of Kebbi State by suspected Lakurawa insurgents, prompting renewed calls for a comprehensive […]

Abacha’s Inner Circle Marked Me, Three Generals for Elimination Abdulsalami Former Nigerian military Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, has revealed that a powerful clique within the administration of late military ruler Sani Abacha repeatedly sought his removal from government and targeted him alongside three senior military officers for retirement and political isolation. The disclosure is […]

Experts Raise Alarm Over Lack of Comprehensive Insurance at Nigerian Airports Aviation and insurance experts have expressed concern over the absence of comprehensive insurance coverage at many Nigerian airports, warning that the situation exposes airlines, passengers, airport infrastructure, equipment, and government assets to significant financial risks in the event of accidents or operational failures. Industry […]

Two WASSCE Candidates and Motorcyclist Die in Port Harcourt Road Crash After Returning from Examination Centre Two West African Senior School Certificate Examination WASSCE candidates and a commercial motorcyclist have died in a tragic road accident along the East–West Road in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, shortly after returning from their examination centre. The accident reportedly […]

Nigeria’s External Debt Rise Slower Under Tinubu Than Buhari, Data Shows; Currency Revaluation Drives Headline Increase Recent data on Nigeria’s debt profile indicates that the country’s external debt has risen at a slower pace under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu than during the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari, with analysts attributing much of the recent […]

DSS, Army Foil Alleged ESN Attack Plot in Southeast, Arrest Commanders and Recover WeaponsA joint operation by the Department of State Services DSS and the Nigerian Army has foiled an alleged coordinated attack and kidnapping plot attributed to the Eastern Security Network ESN in the Southeast, security sources say. The operation led to the arrest […]

Federal Government Begins Evacuation of Nigerians from South Africa Amid Renewed Xenophobic Attacks The Federal Government has commenced the evacuation of Nigerian nationals from South Africa following renewed xenophobic attacks targeting foreign residents, citing urgent safety and welfare concerns for affected citizens. Officials said the evacuation is part of a coordinated response to rising violence […]

Sanwo-Olu Presents Hamzat–Sonayon-James Ticket, Seeks Support for Continuity and Inclusive Governance in Lagos Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has formally presented a governorship ticket featuring Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat and sustainability professional Princess Damilola Sonayon-James, calling for continued support from residents ahead of the next electoral cycle. The announcement, which highlights leadership continuity and inclusion, […]

Troops of 12 Brigade Foil Attempted Abduction of School Children in Kogi State Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 12 Brigade have successfully foiled an attempted abduction of school children in Kogi State following a swift security response to an attack on a school community. Military authorities said the troops intervened after receiving distress information about […]

Federal Government Moves to Close Poultry Supply Gaps, Tightens Oversight on Import Allocation System The Federal Government has announced renewed measures aimed at addressing supply gaps in Nigeria’s poultry sector while strengthening oversight of import allocation processes to improve food security and stabilise market prices. Officials say the move is part of broader efforts to […]

Nigeria and United Kingdom Move to Strengthen Trade and Investment Cooperation Under Renewed Economic Partnership Nigeria and the United Kingdom have reaffirmed commitments to deepen trade and investment cooperation as both countries explore new opportunities to strengthen economic ties under existing bilateral and multilateral frameworks. The renewed engagement focuses on expanding collaboration in key sectors […]

Presidency Disclaims Purported Appointment of Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, Warns Public Against Presidency Disclaims Purported Appointment of Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, Warns Public Against Fake OrganisationFake Organisation The Presidency has issued a disclaimer to the general public over the alleged appointment of Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi under the auspices of an organisation reportedly known as the “Presidential Foreign […]

262 Nigerians Return from South Africa Amid Fresh Wave of Xenophobic Violence A total of 262 Nigerians are expected to arrive in the country on Thursday as the Federal Government continues evacuation efforts following renewed xenophobic attacks in South Africa. The returnees form part of about 1,000 Nigerians who have reportedly expressed interest in voluntary […]

Olukoyede: EFCC Has Arrested Suspects Nationwide Over Vote Buying, Secured Multiple Convictions The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, has disclosed that the anti-graft agency has made several arrests across Nigeria over vote-buying and related electoral offences, with multiple convictions already secured. Olukoyede said the commission remains committed to sanitising […]

Bandits Kill Kogi School Vice Principal, Target WAEC Candidates as Insecurity Disrupts Education in Kogi and Niger States Fear and grief have gripped communities in Kogi and Niger states following fresh attacks by armed bandits that left a school vice principal dead, disrupted ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination WASSCE activities and heightened concerns […]

Ajaero Recounts Arrest, Harassment Before Global Audience as He Receives Prestigious Labour Rights Award in NorwayPresident of the Nigeria Labour Congress NLC, Joe Ajaero, has used an international platform in Norway to recount what he described as years of arrest, harassment, intimidation and persecution by Nigerian authorities while defending workers’ rights. Ajaero spoke while receiving […]

Tinubu Pushes for Stronger Tax Compliance to Fund Infrastructure as Obi Questions Revenue Gains Amid Hardship President Bola Tinubu has called for improved tax compliance and broader revenue mobilisation to support infrastructure development and economic growth, while opposition leader Peter Obi has questioned why increased government revenue has not translated into better living conditions for […]

Regional Groups Intensify Calls for State Police as Insecurity Worsens Across Nigeria Growing concerns over kidnappings, banditry and violent attacks across Nigeria have prompted regional and political groups to demand urgent government action, with renewed support emerging for the establishment of state police as a key strategy to address the country’s security challenges. The calls […]

Kyari Expresses Shock Over Senate Arrest Warrant, Says Medical Treatment Abroad Prevented Appearance Former Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited NNPCL, Mele Kyari, has described as “deeply shocking” the decision of the Senate Committee on Public Accounts to issue an arrest warrant against him over an ongoing probe into the […]

The Federal Government of Nigeria has acknowledged the recent assessment of the country’s economy by the International Monetary Fund IMF and says it remains committed to sustaining ongoing economic reforms under the administration’s policy direction. In a statement reflecting the government’s position, officials said the IMF review forms part of routine global economic surveillance and […]

Experts Warn Nigeria Risks Losing Fintech Wealth as Tech Firms Consider Foreign Stock Listings Financial experts have warned that Nigeria could lose significant fintech-driven wealth if major technology companies emerging from the country choose to list on foreign stock exchanges rather than the Nigerian capital market. The warning comes amid rapid expansion in Nigeria’s fintech […]