Plane carrying Iran team lands in Mexico; uncertainty grows over US entry permits
A plane carrying Iran's World Cup football squad landed early Sunday in the Mexican border city of Tijuana, AFP journalists witnessed, after the United States kicked off a bitter diplomatic row over visas.
Auction: Zulum urges FG to safeguard Chad Basin critical assets
By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri The Executive Governor of Borno State, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has on Sunday called on the Federal Government to safeguard the vital assets and heavy equipment on the premises of the Chad Basin Development Authority (CBDA). This is against the backdrop of attempts by some elements to auction off serviceable equipment […]
Reps minority crisis: Agbese rejects Ugochinyere’s claim, says no valid nomination exists
According to Agbese, the position of Minority Leader cannot be filled solely through the endorsement of a majority of opposition lawmakers, arguing that a caucus of legislators lacks the authority to alter or circumvent the Standing Orders of the House.
Troops rescue 360 women, children abducted by Boko Haram in Gwoza operations
and other security forces. “The over 400 victims have been in captivity since 3rd March 2026, and I am very much happy to hear the good news of their safe release. “Let me also commend the Governor of Borno State Prof Babagana Zulum for relentless effort in rebuilding Ngoshe and support to the military and […]
‘Unlimited data doesn’t exist anywhere in the world’ – MTN CEO Karl Toriola
MTN Nigeria Chief Executive Officer, Karl Toriola, has said unlimited data plans are not feasible on mobile networks, arguing that no operator can sustain quality service if every customer has unrestricted access to data at a low cost.
IGP Disu commends FID-IRT operatives for rescuing Adelabu’s sister, twin sons
The statement disclosed that security operatives have intensified efforts to apprehend other members of the kidnapping syndicate who fled during the operation.
NDLEA busts opioid trafficking network, arrests suspects across six states
By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has dismantled an opioid trafficking network and intercepted large quantities of illicit drugs concealed in building materials in Taraba State, alongside coordinated arrests across Ebonyi, Imo, Edo, Kano and Gombe states. The agency also confirmed the arrest of a 75-year-old suspect […]
Cooking gas price hike pushes FCT residents Back to charcoal, firewood
The rising prices of cooking gas have forced many households and businesses in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to embrace traditional fuels such as charcoal and firewood.
Cross River uncovers over 2,000 questionable payroll records during verification exercise
By Ike Uchechukwu CALABAR — The Cross River State Government says it has identified more than 2,000 questionable payroll records, including invalid Bank Verification Numbers (BVNs) and duplicate entries, during an ongoing payroll verification exercise. The findings were recorded during the verification of staff records across local government payroll systems, with a significant number of […]
Africa’s Green Intelligent Future: How Technology Enables Sustainable Development and Wildlife Preservation “African Ecosystem:”
It’s an African ecosphere: It has some of the most colorful places on this planet, diverse species, and a remarkable landscape. But despite its natural richness, the continent is under pressure to take environmental precautions due to increasing rates of deforestation, a changing climate, a rising number of inhabitants, and the dying off of animals. […]
Sanwo-Olu rallies Nigerians to support Tinubu, security agencies against terror
The governor said Nigerians must not allow the activities of criminal elements to either weaken their resolve or diminish their confidence in the nation’s future.
