Oyo: Makinde urges NUT to reopen schools, approves N8.7bn for learning materials
Governor Seyi Makinde has urged the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) to suspend its ongoing strike and reopen public schools shut in protest over the abduction of teachers and pupils in Oriire Local Government Area, assuring residents that efforts are being intensified to secure the victims' release.
Wike on loan to APC, but there’s no transfer clause — PDP
The response followed glowing remarks by Yilwatda, who recently commended Wike’s performance as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.
Yoruba Muslim leaders raise alarm over ‘fake imams’ association
Reiterating its commitment to national stability, peaceful coexistence and religious harmony, the League said its focus remains the promotion of unity among Muslims and the preservation of peace not only in the South-West but across Nigeria.
C’River: Otu deploys 10 electric buses, 500 “keke” to slash transport fares
Cross River State Government has deployed 10 electric buses and 500 electric tricycles as part of a sweeping transportation overhaul designed to dramatically reduce commuting costs for residents across the state.
Zamfara to address growing challenges of climate change on public health
The Zamfara State Government had announced plans to integrate climate change and health interventions into its 2027 Annual Operational Plan (AOP) to address the growing impact of climate related challenges on public health. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, Alh Rilwanu Musa Zurmi, disclosed this during the Climate Change in Health Technical Working […]
Akpabio swears in four new senators after bye-elections
By Henry Umoru President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Wednesday swore in four newly elected senators following their victories in recent bye-elections conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The new lawmakers are Olaka Nwogu of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), representing Rivers South East; Envulu Anza of the All Progressives Congress (APC), […]
Alleged Cybercrime: Court returns Sowore to Kuje prison
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Wednesday, returned activist and presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, to Kuje prison.
Judge blocks Trump govt from making arrests at immigration courts
A federal judge in California on Tuesday blocked the Trump administration from making arrests at immigration courts across the United States.
2026/27 NPFL champions to get ₦1bn prize money — NSC
The champions of the 2026/2027 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) will receive a minimum prize money of N1 billion, the highest financial reward in Nigerian domestic football.
NANS hails Abiodun over $250m dairy deal
…demands student stake in Ogun’s agricultural revolution By Joseph Erunke The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, Ogun State Joint Campus Council, JCC, has applauded Governor Dapo Abiodun for securing a landmark $250 million dairy investment, describing the project as a game-changer capable of transforming Ogun State into a major hub for agribusiness, job creation […]
Iran says deal to end Mideast war ‘declaration of US defeat’
Iran called the deal it struck to end the Middle East war “a declaration of America’s defeat” on Wednesday, as the top US diplomat kicked off a tour of Gulf countries hit hardest by Tehran.
