
Drone strike near Dubai airport leaves 2 Ghanaians injured
Pro-Wike PDP fixes presidential primaries for May 23
Lebanon says war toll rises to 634 dead
Three brothers arrested over US embassy blast in Oslo
Tinubu appoints Lamido Yuguda as CBN Deputy Governor
ADC calls on FG to cap petrol prices amid rising hardship
LPDC dismisses allegation against Deputy Speaker Kalu
Glaucoma: 12–14m Nigerians at risk of vision loss — FG
I deserve a second term, says Gov. Adeleke
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SubscribeReps query sugar import data, NSDC on revenue accountability
The House of Representatives Committee on Finance has raised concerns over discrepancies in the reported volume of sugar imported into Nigeria and the revenue remitted by the National Sugar Development Council (NSDC).
Motorists trapped for hours as containers fall on Otedola Bridge
Motorists heading into Lagos along the Otedola Bridge on Wednesday were stranded for hours after two 20-foot containers fell from a Mack articulated truck, blocking the expressway.
South-East leaders back ANIM State, seek national support for constitutional approval
Leaders from Nigeria’s South-East have expressed unified support for the proposed creation of ANIM State, urging national backing as the constitutional amendment process continues.
ASUU moves to probe VCs over use of TETFund allocations, FG backs accountability
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has announced plans to scrutinise the management of funds allocated to public universities through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), citing concerns over accountability and utilisation of the interventions.
Lagos begins crackdown on industrial safety violations
The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has begun a compliance enforcement exercise across major industrial corridors in the state following concerns over fire outbreaks and safety violations in industrial and commercial facilities.
Iran military capabilities ‘not reduced to zero’, says Macron
France’s President Emmanuel Macron said Wednesday that Iran’s military capabilities had been weakened but not “reduced to zero” in US and Israeli strikes.
NERC gives private substation owners 48 days to register
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has directed owners of privately operated transmission substations connected to the national grid to register and obtain regulatory authorisation within 48 days or face sanctions.
Tinubu’s aide engages security agencies to end Benue killings
Dr. Abiodun Essiet, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement, North Central, has visited security agencies in Benue to end crises in the state.
Companies evacuate Dubai financial district after Iran threats
The evacuations at the heart of the Middle East’s financial hub come as the Gulf but especially the UAE has borne the brunt of Iran’s attacks in response to US-Israeli strikes.
10 largest Air Forces in the world by fleet size
While technology and stealth often grab the headlines, the sheer volume of airframes—the fleet size—remains a vital metric for sustained operations, logistical reach, and territorial defence.
Wike replicates rainbow coalition in FCT for good governance
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has replicated his Rivers’ Rainbow Coalition initiative in the FCT to deliver good governance to residents in the area councils.
Iran warns ready for long war that would ‘destroy’ world economy
Iran said Wednesday it was ready for a long war of attrition that would “destroy” the world economy, after firing on two commercial ships and threatening any vessels from the US or its allies.
NANS sets up committee for 2026 National Convention
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has inaugurated an Independent Convention Planning Committee (ICPC) to organise its 2026 National Convention, marking the beginning of preparations for a leadership transition in the student body. Chairman of the committee, Omotayo Oladele Samuel, disclosed this on Wednesday during a press conference in Abuja, […]
C’River Assembly urges ban on illegal logging at Monolith heritage sites
The Cross River State House of Assembly has called on the state government and the Forestry Commission to immediately impose a ban on illegal logging activities around the Heritage Monolith sites to safeguard these ancient cultural artifacts.
Senate confirms Taiwo Oyedele as Minister
The confirmation was after hours of questions from the Senators on the economy and finance with answers provided by him.
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