Xenophobia: South Africa yet to sign Nigerians’ safety pact after six years – Dabiri-Erewa
The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has revealed that South Africa is yet to sign a proposed Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, on the protection of Nigerians and other Africans six years after discussions began.
Peter Mbah emerges new PGF Chairman
By Dapo Akinrefon Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has reportedly emerged as the new Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF), succeeding Hope Uzodimma. Sources disclosed that the decision was reached during an extraordinary meeting of governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), held on Thursday night in Abuja. The […]
Adekunle Gold denies rumour Simi birthed twins
Adekunle Gold has addressed widespread rumours suggesting that he and his wife, Simi, recently welcomed twins, clarifying that the claims were false and confirming instead that the couple had a baby boy.
Parents protest non accreditation of dentistry programme in UNIUYO
By Uko Etim UYO—Parents of dental students at the University of Uyo, UNIUYO, have staged a protest over the lack of accreditation for the university’s Dentistry programme, warning that over 125 students risk being stranded academically. Our correspondent reports that the parents numbering over 20 were seen matching in Uyo metropolis with placards of various […]
Falana, Odinkalu condemn CDHR position on DSS/SERAP defamation judgment
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), and activist Professor Chidi Odinkalu have backed the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) in its ongoing legal battle with the Department of State Services (DSS).
JAMB extends 2026 DE registration deadline to May 22
According to the latest update, registration will now continue until May 22, 2026, giving prospective Direct Entry candidates additional time to complete their applications.
ADC: Nafiu-Bala Gombe seeks transfer of case against Mark, Aregbesola
Mr Nafiu-Bala Gombe, a factional leader of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has applied for the transfer of his case against Sen. David Mark-led leadership of the party from Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja.
Nigerian mother loses 6-yr-old daughter after fall from 28th-floor apartment in Canada
A six-year-old Nigerian girl has died after falling from a high-rise apartment building in Toronto, Canada with reports indicating her mother is currently in Nigeria at the time of the tragedy.
2027: Jonathan asks court to throw out suit challenging eligibility
At the heart of the legal dispute is whether Jonathan, having taken the oath of office twice as president, remains constitutionally eligible to contest another election under Sections 1 and 137(3) of the Nigerian Constitution.
What to know about court martial over 2025 coup plot
A court martial over last year’s foiled coup plot in Nigeria is expected to get underway Friday, two weeks after the judges were sworn in.
Again, Lagos community cries for help, as flood threatens lives, properties
Residents of the Ishaga close, Safejo, Amukoko, Ojo road, Ajegunle, Alaba Oro, Amusa and Suru-Alaba, aswell as other Community Development Area of Lagos State, have called on the state government to save them from being totally displaced, as many of them have abandoned their homes due to severe flooding.
