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 […]
Shettima: Nigeria accounts for 10.5% of Africa’s cancer burden
…Targets 30% reduction by 2030 By Folarin Kehinde ABUJA — Vice President Kashim Shettima has raised concerns over Nigeria’s growing cancer burden, disclosing that the country accounts for about 10.5 per cent of Africa’s cancer cases and deaths. He also announced the Federal Government’s target to reduce the country’s cancer burden by 30 per cent […]
Creation of Anioma State key to Delta North’s future development — Traditional rulers, stakeholders
…Urge Delta North senatorial aspirants to support state creation drive By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Technical Committee for the Creation of Anioma State, comprising traditional rulers and stakeholders, has described the proposed creation of Anioma State as critical to the future development of Delta North Senatorial District. The committee also urged all aspirants for […]
Kirikiri Customs generates N19.4bn in June, seizes expired vape worth N809.7m
By Providence Ayanfeoluwa The Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) generated N19.4 billion in revenue in June 2026, representing a 35 per cent increase from the N14.36 billion recorded in the corresponding period of 2025. The Command also intercepted a 40-foot container loaded with expired disposable vape products with a […]
Oyedele explains how FG spends subsidy savings
“We must add more value than the cost of every naira and every dollar that we borrow.”
2027: Military vows commitment to neutrality in elections
The Armed Forces of Nigeria on Thursday reaffirmed their commitment to neutrality, professionalism and adherence to human rights in the conduct of the 2027 general elections.
Sowore labels Alex Otti ‘massive scam’ over ₦200m billboard permit fee
The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has criticised Abia State Governor Alex Otti over the state’s newly announced political campaign advertising permit fees, describing the governor as a “massive scam.” Sowore made the remark in a post on his X handle on Thursday while reacting to the Abia State Government’s decision […]
Iran’s Guards say three members killed in US attack on northwest
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said on Thursday that three of its members were killed in an attack by the United States on the northwestern province of Zanjan.
Commonwealth Games: Amusan storms into 100m hurdles final
Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan delivered a commanding performance on Thursday to book her place in the women’s 100m hurdles final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
2027: Adefulire drums support for Tinubu, Hamzat
The former deputy governor said that Tinubu-led administration had laid a solid foundation for national development.
DSS, forest guards kill bandits, rescue nine victims in Kwara
They regained their freedom after the kidnappers were forced to flee under heavy gunfire, abandoning their captives.
