Okpe Union tasks FG on planned state creation
…insists on 30-state structure By Prisca Sam-Duru President General of Okpe Union Prof Igho Natufe has advocated a better structure for Nigerian federalism, which will reflect the devolution of legislative and governmental powers in favour of the component units. Prof Natufe, who also called for the establishment of state police to stem the security menace […]
Court remands woman for allegedly posting victims’ pornographic videos
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday, remanded a lady, Ogechi Njaka, in Suleja Correctional Centre for allegedly posting the pornographic videos of her victims on her Facebook account. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik ordered her remand after she pleaded not guilty to a five-count charge preferred against her by the Inspector-General (I-G) of Police. After […]
Customs moves to ease import of renewable energy technologies
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has expressed commitment to facilitating the importation of renewable energy technologies into the country. The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adeniyi, made this statement at the NCS Trade Facilitation Consultative Forum held in Lagos on Monday. The theme of the forum is“Trade Facilitation Measures for Renewable Energy and Energy-Efficient Technologies”.Adeniyi, […]
Lagos urges support for local production
The Lagos State Government has urged Nigerians to embrace locally made products to boost Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and strengthen the national economy. Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Mrs Folasade Bada Ambrose, made this appeal on Monday during the 16th National Council on Industry, Trade and Investment (NCITI). The event […]
2027: Atiku, Obi, El-Rufai coalition’ll defeat Tinubu if… – PDP
‘If they join forces again, given the rising levels of hunger, insecurity, frustration, and depression, I don’t see why they can’t conclude the election by 1 p.m. on election day’
Tinubu’s participation at Pope’s inauguration shows religious tolerance – Clerics
Two clerics, Prof. Amidu Sanni, Chief Imam, Lagos State University, and Pastor Charles Ighele of the Holy Spirit Mission Church, Ikeja, have described President Ahmed Bola Tinubu’s presence at Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration mass as a demonstration of religious tolerance. The clerics spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Lagos. NAN […]
Aside poverty, fanaticism also driving insecurity in the North – MBF
By Peter Duru, Makurdi The National President of Middle Belt Forum, MBF, Dr. Bitrus Pogu says Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State is partially correct by his assertion that poverty is fueling insecurity in Northern Nigeria. He noted that fanaticism should also be blamed for the spate of insecurity in that part of the country. […]
Video: Chelsea Women dance to viral ‘Shake Body’ song after FA Cup win
Nigerian Afrobeats singer Skales has continued to make waves on the global stage as his 2014 hit single Shake Body once again captures international attention.
‘You left us as a minister’ – CPC bloc ditches Malami, endorses Gov Idris for second term in Kebbi
By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi In a major political twist ahead of the 2027 elections, the Congress for Progressives, a change known now as CPC bloc, on Sunday dumped the former Minister for Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Alhaji Abubukar Chika Malam, to unanimously endorse Governor Idris. The bloc led by Alhaji Musa […]
King Charles writes to Biden after cancer diagnosis
King Charles III has written to Joe Biden expressing support after the former US president was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, Buckingham Palace said Monday.
Former APC senator vows to unseat Adeleke
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo The former Senator, representing Osun-West Senatorial District, Mr Mudashiru Husain, has disclosed that his political integrity and antecedents would be enough to wrestle power from incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke in 2026 if given the APC ticket. Husain, who had represented Oshodi/Isolo Federal Constituency in Lagos State, disclosed that sacrificing his ambition […]
Court hears NIBSS suit seeking exclusive power to manage BVN database
NIBSS seeks a declaration that it is statutorily empowered to maintain and manage the BVN database.
I’m committed to building strong institutions, promoting efficiency — Ibas
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Etteh Ibas (retd), has affirmed his administration’s commitment to building strong institutions and promoting efficiency for a result-driven public service.
US to execute three death row inmates this week
A man who pleaded guilty to killing a convenience store worker by setting her on fire is to be put to death in Texas on Tuesday, one of three executions to be carried out in the United States this week.
FG to rollout $2bn fibre optic infrastructure by Q4, 2025 – Tijani
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA —MINISTER of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani has revealed plans by the Federal Government to rollout a $2 billion fibre optic infrastructure nationwide, starting from fourth quarter of 2025. The Minister said the initiative will be deployed over 90,000 kilometres nationwide. He said that the digital sector has […]
Ibadan airport to begin international flights 2026
The Oyo State Government says Ladoke Akintola International Airport, Alakia, Ibadan, will begin international flight operations by June 2026.
