Northern communities need urgent investment in health, education — Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for urgent investments in health, education and skills development across northern Nigeria.
Olympics to offer all Games competitors $10,000 grants
The International Olympic Committee, which has been under growing pressure to introduce prize money to the Olympics, on Wednesday announced it was setting up a grant for every athlete who takes part in the Games.
FG discovers major Platinum, Gold, Nickel deposits in Kaduna, seeks fresh investments
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA — The Federal Government has announced major mineral exploration breakthroughs in Kaduna State, revealing the discovery of significant deposits of platinum, gold, nickel, copper, lithium, rare earth elements and other strategic minerals. Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, disclosed this on Wednesday at the 5th African Natural Resources and […]
We have never posted officers to any checkpoint around port environment — AIG Okunade
By Efe Onodjae The Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Maritime, AIG Okunade Ronke, has denied allegations that officers were deployed to illegal checkpoints around port access roads, insisting that no such authorization exists within the system. Her clarification came as the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigerian Ports Authority stepped up a coordinated […]
Tincan customs generates N111.2bn in May, as CAC Anani vows higher performance
By Efe Onodjae The TinCan Island Port (TCIP) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has recorded a revenue collection of N111.2 billion in May 2026, consolidating its status as one of the Service’s top-performing commands. The newly deployed Customs Area Controller (CAC), Comptroller Joseph Anani, disclosed this on Wednesday during his maiden interactive session with […]
Security, tax, environmental concerns stall reopening of Oshodi Resettlement Market
Business activities remained at a standstill on Wednesday as the Oshodi Resettlement Market in Lagos remained shut following its closure by the Lagos State Government over the alleged assault of officials of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC), popularly known as KAI.
Ogun Govt reiterates ban on graduation charges in schools
Arigbabu stressed that the state government would not condone any practice that places an unnecessary financial burden on parents under the pretext of organising school ceremonies.
Video: Cubana Chief Priest launches campaign-branded luxury cars for Tinubu
Popular socialite and nightlife entrepreneur, Pascal Okechukwu, widely known as Cubana Chief Priest, has generated widespread reactions on social media after showcasing customised luxury vehicles branded in support of President Bola Tinubu’s anticipated re-election campaign.
Pipeline rupture disrupts Water Supply in Sokoto
The Sokoto State Government has commenced emergency measures to restore water supply following the rupture of a major pipeline that transports raw water to treatment facilities, disrupting water distribution across Sokoto metropolis and neighbouring communities.
Actress Ini Dima-Okojie welcomes baby boy
Known for marking her birthdays with elaborate photoshoots and carefully curated concepts, Ini said this year was different. Instead, she chose to share a photograph taken on the day her son was born.
Troops neutralise three IPOB/ESN operatives, recover arms, IEDs in Anambra
By Kingsley Omonobi Troops of Sector 5, Joint Task Force South-East Operation Udoka, in collaboration with other security agencies, have neutralised three suspected operatives of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), during a gun battle in Anambra State. The operation was carried out on June […]
Zedcrest Securities Brings Stocks Trading to the Zedcrest Wealth App, Expanding Access to Capital Markets
Zedcrest Securities, the stockbroking subsidiary of Zedcrest Group, has launched stocks trading on the Zedcrest Wealth App, enabling clients to buy and sell shares of over 150 companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) directly from their mobile devices. The launch represents another milestone in Zedcrest Group’s vision of building a more connected financial services […]
Over 150 baby deaths linked to UK maternity scandal – Report
More than 500 mothers and babies suffered potentially avoidable harm or died due to poor care at a UK hospital, according to a damning report published Wednesday, in the country’s latest maternity scandal.
Atiku to Tinubu: Blaming Journalists for hardship is like blaming a thermometer for a fever
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Presidential candidate of the African Drmocratic Congress ADC, Atiku Abubakar has said President Bola Tinubu’s decision to attack the media for reporting insecurity and economic hardship across the country is as absurd as blaming a thermometer for a fever, warning that denial does not change reality but merely postpones solutions. Atiku, […]
Troops rescue three kidnap victims, recover weapons in Zamfara, Sokoto operations
By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North-West, Operation Fansan Yamma, have rescued three kidnapped victims and foiled a planned terrorist attack during separate operations in Zamfara and Sokoto states. The operations, carried out as part of ongoing efforts to combat terrorism and banditry in the North-West, also led to […]
Sen Moro seeks urgent intervention as flood devastates Benue community
By Peter Duru, Makurdi The Senate Minority Leader and lawmaker representing Benue South Senatorial District, Comrade Abba Moro, has expressed sympathy with residents of Odoba Ogaje community in Otukpa, Ogbadibo Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue State, following a devastating flood that destroyed homes and property on Sunday night. According to reports, the flood occurred […]
