State Police Bill Enters Decisive Stage as 36 Assemblies Receive Constitutional Amendment Nigeria’s long-running push to establish state police has entered a crucial constitutional stage following the transmission of the Constitution Sixth Alteration Bill, 2026, to all 36 State Houses of Assembly for consideration and approval. The National Assembly transmitted the bill on Wednesday, September […]

420-Year-Old Alaafin’s Palace Tortoise, Baba, Dies Oyo Kingdom has lost one of its most enduring symbols of history and tradition following the death of a 420-year-old tortoise popularly known as Baba at the palace of the Alaafin of Oyo. Baba was regarded by residents as one of the oldest living links to Oyo’s past and […]

NAFDAC Raises Alarm Over Suspected Counterfeit ORACARE Toothpaste The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control NAFDAC has warned Nigerians against the circulation of suspected counterfeit ORACIRE Toothpaste, allegedly being distributed under the guise of the registered ORACARE Toothpaste. The agency issued the alert after surveillance activities at Ojuwoye Market in Mushin, Lagos, […]

Ondo Toxic Alcohol Outbreak Death Toll Rises to 49 as Cases Reach 170 The death toll from the consumption of a suspected poisonous alcoholic beverage in parts of Ondo State has risen to 49, while the number of affected people has increased to about 170, according to state health authorities. The outbreak, which was initially […]

Only Six Northern Governors Supported Tinubu in 2023, Shettima Says Vice President Kashim Shettima has said that only six of the 19 northern governors supported President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s presidential ambition during the 2023 election. Shettima made the disclosure on Wednesday at the palace of the Emir of Ilorin, Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, during the turbaning of […]

Bell Begins Production of AH-1Z Viper Helicopters for Nigerian Air Force Bell Textron has commenced production of AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters for the Nigerian Air Force under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programme, marking a new stage in Nigeria’s acquisition of the US-made combat aircraft. The development was announced after a Nigerian Air Force delegation […]

Petrol Price Hits About ₦1,430 as NLC Demands Emergency Measures The price of petrol has risen to about ₦1,430 per litre in major Nigerian cities, with prices reportedly higher in less accessible locations, amid renewed concerns over the impact of rising fuel costs on households and businesses. The latest development has prompted the Nigeria Labour […]

PTAD Pays ₦18.96bn BEC Arrears to 3,958 Former PHCN Pensioners The Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate PTAD has paid outstanding Back-End Computation BEC arrears to 3,958 eligible pensioners of the defunct Power Holding Company of Nigeria PHCN. The payment, valued at ₦18.96 billion, is part of efforts to settle outstanding pension obligations owed to eligible former […]

Cross River Warns Schools Against Unapproved Textbooks and Charges The Cross River State Government has warned public and private schools against selling, collecting money for, or using textbooks that have not been approved by the state Ministry of Education. The warning comes ahead of the commencement of full academic activities for the 2026/2027 school session, […]

Governor Eno Receives Hilda Baci in Uyo, Applauds Her Cooking Achievements Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has commended Nigerian chef and Guinness World Record holder, Hilda Baci, for what he described as her bold and adventurous spirit, which he said has contributed significantly to her achievements. Governor Eno gave the commendation on Wednesday, […]

CSOs Raise Alarm Over Political Activities of Academics, Monarchs Ahead of 2027 Civil society organisations have raised concerns over alleged attempts by politicians to influence academics, traditional rulers and religious leaders ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education CHRICED expressed concern about politically active academics serving as […]

Experts Urge Stronger Safeguards as Nigeria Marks World Patient Safety Day Health and legal experts have called on the Federal Government to strengthen patient-safety measures across Nigeria’s healthcare system as the country marks the 2026 World Patient Safety Day. The call comes amid concerns over avoidable harm, medical errors, weak infrastructure and gaps in quality […]

NLC, Opposition Mount Pressure as Petrol Price Hits ₦1,470 The Federal Government is facing renewed pressure over rising petrol prices as opposition politicians warn of further increases under current policies, while the Nigeria Labour Congress NLC is demanding measures to protect households from the impact of higher fuel costs. Petrol prices have climbed to about […]

NLC Demands Emergency Measures as Petrol Price Hits ₦1,430 The Nigeria Labour Congress NLC has called on the Federal Government to urgently introduce measures to cushion Nigerians from the impact of rising petrol prices, which have reached about ₦1,430 per litre in some major cities. The demand was contained in a statement titled “Save the […]

Presidency Challenges Peter Obi Over Anambra Debt Claims The Presidency has waded into the ongoing dispute between former Anambra State Governor and Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and the Anambra State Government over the state’s debts and financial liabilities. Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on […]

Supreme Court Reserves Judgment in INEC Appeal Over Electoral Act The Supreme Court has reserved judgment in an appeal filed by the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC challenging a Court of Appeal decision that voided provisions of the Electoral Act 2026 concerning political party primaries and membership registers. The case has significant implications for the […]

Four Killed, One Injured in Fatal Crash on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway By News DeskSeptember 16, 2026 Four people have been killed and one person injured in a fatal crash on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, as motorists continue to face severe congestion along the major highway. The crash occurred amid ongoing repair works on the Kara Bridge, which […]

FG Reviews King’s College Concession as Labour Unions Suspend Strike The Federal Government has agreed to review the Public-Private Partnership PPP concession model for King’s College, Lagos, following an emergency meeting with labour unions protesting the arrangement. The development has prompted the unions to suspend their industrial action after discussions with the Minister of Education, […]

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Receives Qur’anic Recitation Competition Winner, Gifts Her N20m First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has received Maryam Ibrahim Dan’azumi, winner of the 46th King Abdulaziz International Qur’anic Recitation Competition, at the State House in Abuja. Maryam was presented to the First Lady by Gombe State Governor, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, […]

Traffic Worsens on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway as Commuters Trek, Lament Long Hours Traffic congestion has worsened on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, with commuters facing long delays and some resorting to trekking as construction work on the Kara Bridge extensions continues. The crucial highway has experienced severe traffic since work commenced around the Kara interchange, causing motorists and […]

NANS Begins Nationwide Tour of Federal Road Projects, Hails Tinubu, Umahi The National Association of Nigerian Students NANS has commenced a nationwide inspection tour of federal road projects, beginning with the Kaduna-Abuja and Kaduna-Kano highways, to assess their impact on students, tertiary institutions and communities. The student body said the exercise is aimed at monitoring […]

Veteran Nollywood Actor Olu Jacobs Dies at 84 Veteran Nigerian actor Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. His death was announced by his son, Olusoji Jacobs, in an Instagram post on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. The family described the actor as “The Lion of Lufodo” and […]

How a Nigerian Navy Veteran Was Recruited Into Russia’s War and Died in Ukraine A 34-year-old former Nigerian Navy officer, Ayebusiwa Olabode Victor, was killed while fighting for Russia in the war against Ukraine after reportedly travelling to Russia for what he believed was a security job. Victor, from Ilutitun in Ondo State, signed a […]

APC Governors Reject Wike’s ‘Rainbow Coalition’ Ahead of 2027 The Progressive Governors’ Forum has rejected the political arrangement being promoted by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, under the banner of the “Rainbow Coalition,” saying the governors would not support any alliance capable of weakening the All Progressives Congress APC or undermining […]