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INEC denies issuing a deadline of March 26, 2026, for government officials seeking to contest in the 2027 election to resign

Politics

By-election: PDP demands removal of Edo REC, electoral officers

We unequivocally demand the immediate redeployment of REC due to his ignoble role in the last governorship election.
VP Shettima says Nigeria has committed $538.05 million to first phase of SAPZ, an initiative aimed at boosting agricultural productivity

Business

Nigeria commits $538m to SAPZ – Shettima

Shettima reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to tackling food insecurity, adding that the administration of President Bola Tinubu had reactivated…
Some members of Islamic community express strong support for GMOs and biotechnology to address Nigeria’s pressing food security challenges.

News

GMOs: Islamic clerics back use of biotechnology for food security

Prof. Abdullahi Mustapha, Director-General of NBRDA, emphasised the ethical and scientific foundations of GMO technologies as powerful tools for social…
Borno governor, Babagana Zulum announces N1bn donation to support kidney transplants at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH)

Headlines, Health

Zulum donates N1bn to Maiduguri varsity for kidney transplants

Zulum commended the hospital for recent successful kidney transplants, saying it was a significant milestone for healthcare delivery in the…
Nigerian Government reacts to U.S. advisory authorizing the departure of non-emergency personnel from its embassy in Abuja

Headlines, News

Tinubu to initiate more projects in the North – Information Minister

The minister explained that before Tinubu’s election, he was in Kaduna, and engaged with the leaders from the Northern part…
Buba Marwa reveals how President Bola Tinubu has boosted the capacity of NDLEA to fight drug abuse and trafficking since assumption office

News, Top Stories

How Tinubu boosted NDLEA’s capacity to fight drug cartels, abuse – Marwa

Marwa who spoke during his presentation at the two-day interactive Session on Government-citizens’ Engagement on Tuesday in Kaduna said the…
NDLEA Chairman seeks strict jail terms, not fine options for drug traffickers

Headlines, News

NDLEA intercepts 1.3bn pills of tramadol, 4.4m bottles of codeine – Marwa

The NDLEA boss further revealed that since Tinubu came into office in 2023, the NDLEA has made seizures of 5,555…
Kalu

Headlines, News

Kalu bows to pressure, withdraws controversial Indigeneship Bill

Despite withdrawing the Bill, Kalu argued that states should make laws that would allow settlers to benefit same rights and…
Minister of Health, Ali Pate, says National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) have agreed to call off the nationwide strike

Health, News

Oyo nurses join nationwide 7-day warning strike

By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko The Oyo State chapter of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) will join a…
Ojulari: President Tinubu urged to ignore 'sponsored' protests against NNPCL boss — NFI

Headlines, News

Senate gives NNPCL boss 3 weeks to respond to queries on N210trn

Explaining the nitty-gritty of the queries to the NNPCL GCEO, Wadada said that the N210 trillion unaccounted for was broadly…
The court finds that the plaintiffs had previously instituted two similar suits, challenging the same PND directives issued by ICPC

News

Nasarawa College Rector jailed 7 years for running fake degree courses

The two defendants deceived unsuspecting applicants by offering admissions to study courses that were not accredited by the regulatory body.
VP Kashim Shettima reaffirms commitment of the President Bola Tinubu’s administration to inclusive governance, responsive policymaking

Headlines, News

Shettima: Tinubu committed to inclusive governance, responsive policymaking

The vice-president said President Tinubu has demonstrated time and again that his administration was “neither crafting policy in solitude nor…
NIDCOM condemns protest by some Ghanaians calling for deportation of Nigerians from their country for not conforming with the norms of Ghana

Headlines, News

NIDCOM reacts to anti-Nigerians protests in Ghana

NIDCOM, in a statement by Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, its Chairman/CEO, condemned what it called an attempt to brand all Nigerians…
Stakeholders meeting: PDP begins comeback move in Kogi

News

We’ll reclaim our mandate – Nasarawa PDP warns elected members against defection

According to Ninga, there is no crisis whatsoever in the leadership of Nasarawa State PDP to justify any defection.
Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu donates N1 billion, relief materials to victims of recent violence in Benue State through her NGO, RHI

News

First Lady seeks end to Benue killings, donates N1bn to victims

She noted that the state had contributed a lot to the country’s growth and prosperity, especially in the area of…
CDS Christopher Musa lists achievements of President Tinubu's govt in the fight against terrorists, bandits, others in the past two years

Headlines, News

CDS Musa says 3,000 terrorists killed, 120,000 insurgents surrendered in 2 years

CDS Musa said over 800 Special Forces operatives have graduated, while many others are still undergoing training in Jaji and…
SGF George Akume says President Tinubu is recording remarkable achievements which should not be disrupted with 2027 politics by Northerners

Headlines, Politics

“Tinubu has done so well,” Akume urges Northern politicians to jettison 2027 presidential ambition

Akume added, “Tinubu has laid a foundation stone for New Nigeria through visionary leadership and commitment to bring dividends of…
Yakubu Dogara

Headlines, News

Alleged defamation: Dogara threatens civil, criminal actions against 4 newspapers

Usman stated that the maker of the news who was described by the media houses as “Dogara’s ex-loyalist,” was not…
Kogi governor Ahmed Ododo flags off Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) scheme for schoolgirls under the AGILE project in Lokoja.

News

Kogi flags off conditional cash transfer scheme for schoolgirls

The project will provide a cash grant of ₦40,000 each to 13,359 adolescent girls in transition classes across the state…
TROOPS OF OPERATION HADIN KAI NEUTRALISE TERRORISTS, THWART ATTACKS, ARREST TERRORISTS, DISRUPT LOGISTICS NETWORKS IN NORTH EAST

Headlines, News

Several terrorists killed as troops repel Boko Haram/ISWAP attack in Borno

The attempted incursion by suspected Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists was launched by insurgents advancing from the Damboa axis, according…
U.S Court jails Nigerian mam Leslie Chinedu Mba 19 years for orchestrating $4 million romance and business email compromise fraud scheme

News

Most wanted graft fugitive turns himself in after 28 years at large

The return and surrender of Liang came after joint efforts by disciplinary watchdogs and public security organs of both Guangdong…
EFCC operatives arrest 32 suspects for interment fraud in Bauchi State as court jails two others in Kaduna State.

Metro

Internet fraud: 32 arrested in Bauchi, 2 jailed in Kaduna

The suspects were arrested in Sabon Kaura and Gwalameji areas of Bauchi, Bauchi State capital following credible intelligence that linked…
Court orders final forfeiture of 2 tractors and 2 auto rickshaws by Kayode Oyin-Zubair, a former aide of ex-Kwara governor, Abdulfatah Ahmed

News

EFCC secures final forfeiture order for tractors, tricycles by ex-governor’s aide

The forfeited items are valued at N57.4 million, the spokesperson for EFCC said in a statement.
Seven Chinese were among 11 suspects arrested by operatives of EFCC for illegal mining activities at Emem-Asuk community of Akwa Ibom State.

News

Seven Chinese, 4 Nigerian accomplices nabbed for illegal mining in Akwa Ibom

They were already engaged in illegal mining activities at their first location where they were mining ilmenite locally called ‘black…
The Inclusive African Children’s Runway brings together children of diverse physical, intellectual abilities for a vibrant fashion showcase

Metro

The Inclusive African Children’s Runway returns with third edition

This year's edition follows the momentum of an international edition held in April 2025 in Dayton, USA, which echoed the…
Today’s gaming halls are not just about spinning reels and poker tables—they’re rapidly evolving into digital-first entertainment spaces.

Sponsored, Sports

Emerging tech trends in African gaming halls

In a competitive and evolving market, tech adoption is no longer optional. Nigerian gaming halls that embrace innovation stand to…
A man suspected of involvement in serial ATM card fraud has been arrested in Uyo, Akwa Ibom after a CCTV camera exposed his identity.

Metro

Notorious ATM fraudster caught in Uyo after CCTV exposed his identity

The suspect was apprehended after the police received distress calls from two Uyo-based banks concerning his activities.
'I will never impose any candidate on any community', Gov Idris declares ahead of 2027 elections

News

Kebbi governor faults report on malnourished children

He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to support MSF in its humanitarian and medical interventions across the state.
Sanwo-Olu

Health, News

Don’t go on strike, we’re addressing your grievances, Lagos govt tells doctors

The Medical Guild which is the association of doctors under the employment of the Lagos State Government on July 26…
Kogi governor Ahmed Ododo orders thorough investigation into gruesome murder of a photojournalist, Ayo Aiyepeku, in Lokoja,

News

Kogi: Ododo orders probe of gruesome murder of journalist

Aiyepeku was allegedly killed by a prison officer in a building where his media organisation also has its office in…
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