11-month salary protest: Cross River govt says irregular LG workers won’t be paid
By Ike Uchechukwu, Calabar The Cross River State Government has defended its ongoing payroll sanitisation exercise, dismissing Wednesday’s protest by persons claiming to be unpaid local government workers as an attempt to pressure the government into recognising appointments that did not follow due process. The Commissioner for Local Government Affairs, Chief Victor Felix Idem, said […]
‘Where is the Tinubu we knew?’ Babachir Lawal questions President’s leadership style
…Accuses FG of Lagos-centric projects, alleges judiciary has lost independence By Olayinka Ajayi ABUJA — Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership style, alleging that the President has departed from the inclusive governance approach he displayed during his tenure as Lagos State governor. Lawal, […]
Is FIFA selling the FIFA World Cup? 5 things to know
FIFA has clarified that it is not selling the FIFA World Cup, following the unveiling of a proposal to create a new commercial subsidiary aimed at strengthening the financial future of global football.
Atiku queries Tinubu’s allocation of N15. 13b for 39 SUVS, demands particulars
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has dared President Bola Tinubu to publish the chassis numbers, suppliers and contract details of 39 Sport Utility Vehicles SUVs for which ₦15.13 billion was appropriated in the 2026 Federal Budget, or admit that Nigerians have been defrauded. In a statement […]
Rising insecurity: UNIJOS summons students to emergency meeting
By Golok Nanmwa JOS — The management of the University of Jos (UNIJOS) has summoned all students to a crucial meeting over rising security concerns and recent incidents within and around the institution. The university has also declared a lecture-free period to enable students attend the meeting scheduled for Friday, July 31, 2026, at the […]
‘Nigerians condemned us’ — IGP on 56-day Oriire school rescue
“There is something we call collateral damage. People were comparing us to other nations. They wanted us to take hasty decisions.”
Ex-finance Minister, Alhaji Abubakar Alhaji dies at 87
Alhaji held several key positions in Nigeria’s public service, including serving as Minister of State for Budget and Planning in 1988 before his appointment as Minister of Finance between 1990 and 1991 under the military administration of former President Ibrahim Babangida.
LASTMA receives 2,843 calls in 30 days via toll-free line, opens complaint centre
By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has disclosed that its newly introduced toll-free hotline received 2,843 public engagements within its first 30 days of operation as part of efforts to improve transparency and strengthen citizen participation. The figures, covering the period from June 28 to July 29, 2026, were released by […]
‘I enjoyed every moment’, Rashford bids farewell to Barcelona after loan spell
England forward Marcus Rashford has bid an emotional farewell to FC Barcelona following the end of his time at the Catalan club.
Tinubu honours Aguiyi-Ironsi, hails him as symbol of unity, courage
By Kingsley Omonobi UMUAHIA — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid tribute to Nigeria’s first Military Head of State, the late General Johnson Thomas Umunnakwe Aguiyi-Ironsi, describing him as a symbol of patriotism, courage, discipline and selfless service to the nation. The President’s message was delivered by the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), […]
George and Amal Clooney flee French home due to wildfire
Hollywood star George Clooney and his human rights lawyer wife Amal have evacuated their French home near the southeastern town of Brignoles after a fast-moving wildfire broke out nearby, authorities said Thursday.
Seplat Energy to sell 10% NNPCL joint venture stake for $281.6m
LAGOS/LONDON — Seplat Energy Plc has signed a binding agreement with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) for the sale of a 10 per cent working interest in the assets held by their joint venture for a transaction value of approximately $281.6 million. The energy company, listed on both the Nigerian Exchange and […]
WAEC drags NASU to court over strike; NYCN, union differ on causes
The petitioner claimed WAEC CEO was being targeted because he is a northerner leading an organisation populated by staff from South-West
2027: Don’t repeat 2015 mistake, vote wisely, Eze urges Rivers electorate
Says no individual can impose governor on the state By Daniel Abia PORT HARCOURT — A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has urged the electorate in Rivers State to vote wisely in the 2027 governorship election, saying the state should not repeat what he described as the mistakes of […]
IATA, AFRAA, AASA oppose airline charges for border security
By Dickson Omobola African Airlines Association, AFRAA, the Airlines Association of Southern Africa, AASA, and the International Air Transport Association, IATA, have urged African countries to implement the Advance Passenger Information, API, and Passenger Name Record, PNR, systems in accordance with International Civil Aviation Organisation, ICAO, standards and global best practices. API and PNR systems […]
2027: APC North-West rallies support for Tinubu, lauds Uba Sani’s vehicle donation
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo KADUNA — The North-West chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced plans to embark on a strategic tour of the seven states in the region to mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. The decision was reached at a meeting of the party’s zonal leadership […]
