Nigerian Navy Intercepts 71kg of Cannabis on River Niger The Nigerian Navy has intercepted 71 kilograms of cannabis during a routine riverine patrol along the River Niger in Kogi State. The operation took place near the Chintako Community Jetty in Bassa Local Government Area, as naval personnel intensified surveillance of the waterways. The interception was […]

ASUU Threatens Nationwide Strike Over Unpaid Salaries, 2025 Agreement The Academic Staff Union of Universities ASUU has threatened to embark on a nationwide strike if the Federal Government fails to resolve outstanding issues involving unpaid salaries and the implementation of agreements reached with the union. ASUU warned that it would not accept responsibility for any […]

National Assembly Suspends Legislative Engagements With South Africa Over Xenophobic Attacks Nigeria’s National Assembly has suspended legislative engagements with South Africa following renewed concerns over xenophobic attacks targeting African migrants, including Nigerians, in the country. The resolution comes after months of renewed hostility towards African migrants in South Africa and a series of measures taken […]

Nigeria Ranked Least Affordable Country for Baby Formula, Nappies and Clothing Nigeria has been ranked the least affordable country for essential baby products, including infant formula, nappies and clothing, highlighting the growing financial pressure facing families as childcare costs continue to rise. The ranking was contained in a Remitly study covering 74 countries, which assessed […]

ADC Adamawa Governorship Ticket Deepens Atiku-Lawal Tensions The emergence of the African Democratic Congress ADC governorship candidate in Adamawa State has deepened political tensions between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, David Babachir Lawal. The development has exposed fresh divisions within the opposition party and raised questions […]

FG Targets Nigerian Youth Through NELFUND, Campus Networks and Job Creation The Federal Government is intensifying efforts to empower Nigerian youths through initiatives focused on education financing, campus-based networks, skills development and job creation. The measures are aimed at expanding opportunities for young Nigerians while addressing some of the challenges affecting access to education, employment […]

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Flags Off Community Food Bank Programme in Anambra Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has flagged off the National Community Food Bank Programme in Anambra State, extending the Federal Government’s food-support initiative to the South-East zone. The programme is aimed at supporting vulnerable households and strengthening food security through community-based interventions […]

Election Fears Grow as Parties Trade Blame Over Kaduna Incident Rising political tensions, allegations of intimidation and incidents of violence ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections are raising fresh concerns about the safety of democratic participation and opposition supporters across the country. The latest concerns followed an incident in Kaduna that has triggered accusations and […]

Fuel Subsidy Removal Becomes Major 2027 Election Issue The removal of Nigeria’s fuel subsidy has emerged as a major issue ahead of the 2027 general elections, with growing concerns over its impact on households, unmet government promises and claims that the policy has delivered significant fiscal gains. The subsidy was removed by President Bola Ahmed […]

Telcos Add 12.8 Million SIMs as Nigerians Consume 10.2 Million Terabytes of Data Nigeria’s digital economy continues to expand, with telecommunications operators adding 12.8 million new SIM cards in seven months as consumers recorded massive growth in data usage. The latest figures highlight the increasing reliance of Nigerians on mobile connectivity for communication, business, entertainment, […]

FG Bans Tertiary Institutions from Using Borrowed Resources for Accreditation The Federal Government has warned tertiary institutions across Nigeria against using borrowed lecturers, equipment and laboratory facilities to secure accreditation, insisting that institutions must provide resources they genuinely own and can sustainably maintain. The government said the practice undermines the integrity of the accreditation process […]

SDP’s Adewole Adebayo Challenges Tinubu to Public Debate Over Trillions Spent The presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party SDP, Adewole Adebayo, has challenged President Bola Tinubu to a public debate, demanding accountability over what he described as trillions of naira allocated to security, energy and economic reforms. Adebayo said Nigerians deserve a direct explanation […]

Building Collapse in Lagos Kills One, Two Rescued One person has been confirmed dead while two others have been rescued following a building collapse in Lagos State. The incident has triggered an emergency response as rescue personnel worked to search the collapsed structure and determine whether anyone else could be trapped under the rubble. According […]

Nigeria’s 2027 Election Peace Pact Under Pressure as Political Violence Escalates Nigeria’s preparations for the 2027 general elections are coming under growing pressure as political violence and attacks threaten to undermine efforts to secure a peaceful and credible electoral process. Stakeholders have raised concerns that the escalation of violence could weaken commitments made under the […]

Nigeria Ranked Least Affordable for Baby Formula, Nappies and Baby Clothing Nigeria has emerged as the least affordable country for baby formula, nappies and baby clothing in a new global comparison examining the cost of raising a child during the first year of life. The ranking highlights the growing financial pressure on Nigerian families, as […]

‘I Want To Enjoy Nigeria In My Old Age,’ Remi Tinubu Seeks Support for President’s Re-Election First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has appealed to women and voters in the South-East to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for a second term in office in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking at a women’s empowerment programme in […]

FG Moves to Operationalise 112 as National Emergency Number The Federal Government has commenced steps to operationalise 112 as Nigeria’s single national emergency number, with plans underway to establish a coordinated system through which citizens can quickly access emergency services. The move followed a directive by Vice President Kashim Shettima at a stakeholders’ meeting on […]

NELFUND Has Provided Crucial Financial Relief to Less Privileged, Says Shettima Vice President Kashim Shettima has described the Nigerian Education Loan Fund NELFUND as a landmark initiative that has provided crucial financial relief to children from less-privileged backgrounds and removed barriers to higher education. Shettima made the remarks on Wednesday in Abuja when he received […]

Nigeria, Egypt Deepen Bilateral Cooperation Across Key Sectors Nigeria and Egypt are intensifying bilateral cooperation across several strategic sectors as both countries seek to strengthen economic ties, expand trade and promote regional stability. The renewed push followed a high-level meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and her Egyptian counterpart, Badr Abdelatty, on […]

FG Releases Eight-Month CATA to Tertiary Institutions The Federal Government has released funds for the full payment of the Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance CATA to eligible academic staff in federal universities, polytechnics and colleges of education for the period covering January to August 2026. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, announced the development on […]

Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Relief as First Phase of Kara Bridge Repairs Completed There was a glimmer of relief for motorists on the Lagos Ibadan Expressway on Wednesday as the contractor handling repairs of the Kara Bridge completed the first phase of the concrete works, although traffic congestion continued to affect the busy corridor. The development followed […]

NAFDAC Warns Against Excessive Alcohol Consumption, Raises Sachet Product Concerns The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians about the serious health risks associated with excessive alcohol consumption, including damage to vital organs such as the liver and kidneys. The agency also expressed concern over the widespread availability of […]

FG Releases Funds To Pay Lecturers’ Eight-Month Accumulated Allowance The Federal Government has released funds for the payment of eight months of accumulated Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance CATA owed to eligible academic staff in federal tertiary institutions across Nigeria. The development is expected to provide relief to lecturers who have been awaiting payment of the […]

NUPRC Threatens Licence Revocation Over Failure To Develop GasFlare Projects The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission NUPRC has threatened to revoke the licences and awards of investors who fail to develop gas-flare projects allocated to them under Nigeria’s flare commercialisation programme. The warning comes amid continued gas flaring across the country, despite the Federal Government […]