U.S. pauses visa processing for Nigeria, 74 others
The United States government has paused visa processing for citizens of Nigeria and 74 other countries as it moves to tighten enforcement of public charge rules aimed at preventing migrants likely to depend on public benefits from entering the country.
2027: Tinubu supporters unveil evidence-based scorecard, rally backing for re-election
Supporters of President Bola Tinubu, under the umbrella of the Tinubu Impact Movement (TIM), have expressed confidence that the president’s 2027 re-election bid is on track, citing measurable successes achieved under his administration.
UNILAG graduates 16,506; 617 bag first class
A total of 16,506 students are set to graduate at the 56th convocation ceremony of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), spanning both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
FCTA ratifies rehabilitation of Presidential Villa roads, 30 years after construction
The Federal Capital Territory FCT Executive Council has ratified the rehabilitation and resurfacing of internal roads within the Presidential Villa, Abuja, more than 30 years after they were originally constructed.
Tanker crushes motorcyclist, passenger Lagos
Tragedy struck at Pokia Junction, inward Araga, along the Epe–Ijebu Road, Epe, after an empty Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) tanker crushed a commercial motorcyclist and his passenger to death.
Defence, Special Operations get N3.15trn in 2026 budget
The Federal Government has earmarked a total of N3.154 trillion for the Ministry of Defence in the 2026 Appropriation Bill, reflecting the continued prioritisation of national security and the fight against insecurity across Nigeria.
