Lakurawa gunmen kill two currency exchange operators in Sokoto border market
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto Sokoto State—Grief and fear gripped Darusa, a border community in Gudu Local Government Area, after suspected Lakurawa gunmen attacked the weekly market, killing two currency exchange (BDX) operators and fleeing with large sums of money. The attack, which occurred late last week, has left families devastated and traders in the area […]
NASU slams ‘discriminatory’ teacher retirement law, demands inclusion for non-teaching staff
THE Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions, NASU,, has decried deep inequities in Nigeria’s education policy, accusing the government of neglecting non-teaching staff in basic and post-basic education while prioritizing teachers.
Tinubu’s policy prioritizes local education amid fiscal realities, Onoh refutes Atiku on BEA Scholarships
By Denis Agbo The former southeast spokesman to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Chairman of forum of former members of Enugu State House of Assembly Denge.Josef Onoh, in a statement made available to journalists on Sunday in Abuja addressed the misleading and politically motivated allegations leveled by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar regarding the BEA […]
Impeachment: Rivers Assembly raises alarm over alleged plot to halt legislative duties through court order
The Rivers State House of Assembly has raised the alarm over an alleged plot by some persons linked to the state government to obtain a court order aimed at stopping the legislature from carrying out its constitutional functions.
Only Tinubu can sack me, Wike replies critics
According to Wike, there is no sentiment or emotion in politics; what matters is interest, the interest of the people.
Katsina govt explains release of 70 suspected bandits
According to him, the peace deal, which involved at least 15 local government areas, had led to the release of about 1,000 persons abducted during bandit attacks.
Lagos reiterates ban on night waterway travel, warns Ilashe Beach concertgoers
The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has reiterated the ban on night-time travel on inland waterways, warning fans planning to attend a concert at Ilashe Beach on Sunday, January 11, 2026, to strictly comply with safety regulations.
FG bans wooden boats, distributes 35,000 life jackets
According to the minister, the life jackets were distributed to enhance safety consciousness, emergency preparedness and compliance with basic safety standards.
ADC disowns fake membership registration links, warns Nigerians
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has warned Nigerians, party members and supporters against the circulation of fraudulent online links, websites and social media handles being paraded as the party’s official membership registration platform, stressing that no such exercise is currently ongoing.
Ekiti traders urge Tinubu to suspend tax policy amid economic hardship
Imposing taxes at a time when businesses are struggling to survive could worsen poverty and hardship among ordinary Nigerians.
Ogun police confirm Portable’s arrest, probe video of his in‑custody assault
The video, which has been trending on social media, particularly X, shows the handcuffed musician being beaten by some Police personnel.
