Umuopu Ancient Kingdom in Igbo Eze Local Government Area of Enugu State is set to host a grand civic reception in honour of Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla (retd.), immediate past Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), on January 6, 2026.

In a historic moment that reverberated across Imo State, Mazi Chima Matthew Amadi, (Mazi Gburugburu) has formally subscribed to the membership of the Action People’s Party, the platform he intends to pursue his intention for 2027 Imo governorship election.

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo KADUNA — Senator Sunday Katung (APC–Kaduna South) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the establishment of the Federal University of Applied Sciences in Kachia, Kaduna State, describing the move as a major boost to education and socio-economic development in Southern Kaduna. Katung made the commendation while addressing participants at the […]

The outgoing Delta state Police Commissioner, AIG Olufemi Abaniwonda, has applauded the various stakeholders who contributed in the building of a befitting Warri Area Command office, describing it as a testament to a cordial working relationship between police and the residents of the area. Speaking during commissioning of the ultra-modern Area Command office complex in […]

Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State and his immediate predecessor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, have emphasised the need for a platform for youth empowerment, grassroots talent development and social cohesion in Kogi Central, saying one such is non-governmental organisation, DAM Foundation. Ododo and Bello expressed happiness with the NGO for hosting the DAM Foundation Basketball Championship, […]

The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria D7G (DICON D7G) has called on Nigerians to support the Federal Government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the nation’s security architecture, stressing that security is a collective responsibility requiring the commitment of all citizens.

The Abuja Grand Commandery of the Knights of St John International (KSJI) has ushered in a new chapter in its history with the emergence of Brigadier General Francis Ulonna Njoku as its Grand President, marking a renewed commitment to disciplined leadership, authentic Catholic witness, and purposeful service to the Church and society.

By Dayo Johnson Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has vowed to apprehend and bring to justice the bandits who attacked and bombed the divisional police station in Ipele, Owo Local Government Area, on New Year’s Eve. The governor made the declaration after convening an emergency security council meeting in Akure to assess the incident. […]

By Evelyn Usman At least two persons were killed, and several others injured, in multiple road crashes across Lagos on January 1, 2026. One of the incidents occurred at Iyana Itire, inward Oshodi, involving a collision between a Volkswagen commercial bus (registration number SMK 850 HK) and a Toyota Sienna (plate number KSF 329 XL), […]

By Efe Onodjae The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of the driver of a Lexus Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) involved in the accident that claimed the lives of Anthony Joshua’s friend and trainer, The confirmation was made on Thursday by the Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, via his […]

Lagos — Four electronics shops in a building at Ikotun, Lagos State, were completely destroyed by fire early on New Year’s Day, with all items inside gutted. The shops, located beside GUO Transport Company, housed goods including washing machines, televisions, and power generators. A resident living near the building said neighbours helped prevent the fire […]

By Marie-Therese Nanlong Jos—No fewer than seven persons have been confirmed dead following a terror attack on Bum community in Chugwi, Vwang District of Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. The incident reportedly occurred around 11:00 p.m. on December 31, 2025, as residents were preparing to usher in the New Year, thereby marring […]

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO :–The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sokoto State has commenced the electronic registration of party members, marking a major organisational step ahead of the party’s 2026 primaries and the 2027 general elections. The decision was taken at a meeting of the Sokoto State APC Executive Council held on Thursday at […]

Naall Travel and Tour has officially announced its grand opening, ushering in a new phase in premium travel services, with a colourful end-of-year awards ceremony held in Kaduna to celebrate loyal customers, partners and staff.

As Nigeria races towards a cashless economy, anchored on payment systems such as mobile money, banking applications, unstructured supplementary service data, USSD, codes and ATMs, a central pillar of its Digital Public Infrastructure, DPI, Nigerians living with disability, especially those who, are visually impaired are being left behind.