Senate amends notice period for 2027 polls over Ramadan concern
The Senate on Tuesday reconvened for an emergency plenary session and dissolved into the Committee of the Whole for rescission and recommittal of the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Enactment) Bill, 2026, to enable the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to adjust its election timetable.
Armed men abduct six travellers on Makurdi-Naka road demand N100m ransom
The victims were reportedly travelling in a convoy when their vehicle was intercepted around Kula village, about 20 minutes’ drive from Makurdi.
Tudor says has ‘no time for excuses’ at Tottenham
Tottenham’s new interim manager Igor Tudor said on Tuesday that the club’s perilous position in the Premier League is unacceptable as he aims to ward off a relegation battle.
Senate probes causes of Singer Market fire outbreak in Kano
The Upper Chamber has directed the National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, to assess the extent of the damage and urgently provide relief materials to affected traders.
Police foil alleged abduction, arrest four in Yobe
The Nigeria Police Force, Yobe Command, has arrested four suspects over alleged abduction and fraud and rescued a victim in Potiskum.
Umahi appoints Francis Nwaze as Senior Special Assistant on Media
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has appointed Mr. Francis Nwaze as Senior Special Assistant on Media with immediate effect.
