The Lagos State Government has advocated measures that would reduce interaction between passengers arriving from high-risk countries and other travellers, while maintaining efficient airport operations. The Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, on Sunday, said the move was critical as the state steps up surveillance and preparedness measures at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) […]

At least 219 people were injured and 780 arrested following violent clashes between football fans and police across France after Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) defeated Arsenal to win the UEFA Champions League final.

….Aide to Plateau Speaker Denies Claim By Golok Nanmwa JOS — Former member of the House of Representatives, George Daika, has alleged that his convoy was attacked by hoodlums in Mikang Local Government Area of Plateau State amid tensions surrounding the ongoing State House of Assembly rerun election and collation of results. Daika made the […]

The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has said Nigeria’s security challenges will be overcome through sustained federal efforts, support from security agencies and international collaboration.

South Africa’s national football team has postponed its departure for the FIFA World Cup after visa challenges disrupted travel arrangements for several players and officials.

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has called on former President Goodluck Jonathan to publicly distance himself from reports linking him to a presidential ticket allegedly being promoted by a political group.

The legal move to bar former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential election has shifted to the Court of Appeal.

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Federal Capital Territory FCT minister, Nyesom Wike on Saturday declared that the four political parties under the “Rainbow Coalition” in Rivers State will collectively agree on a single governorship candidate ahead of the 2027 general elections, shutting down speculation that any individual has already secured the ticket. Wike, who spoke at […]

By Edwin Philip, Lafia LAFIA — The Labour Party (LP) in Nasarawa State has declared the member representing Karu/Keffi/Kokona Federal Constituency, Hon. Jonathan Gaza, as its governorship candidate for the 2027 election, while former Minister of Information, Labaran Maku, emerged as the party’s candidate for the Nasarawa North Senatorial District. The candidates emerged during the […]

The Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the naming of the newly commissioned Umuahia Central Bus Terminal after Prof. Nnenna Otti, who served as the Returning Officer for the 2023 governorship election in the state.

The Labour Party (LP) in Sokoto State has intensified preparations for the 2027 general elections following the successful conduct of its primaries, which produced candidates for the governorship, National Assembly and State House of Assembly seats through a consensus arrangement.

Distances self from criminals under investigation  By Dapo Akinrefon  The Council of Fulani Chiefs in South-West, on Sunday, declared that it does not condone nor support any form of criminality, including kidnapping, banditry, armed robbery, or any activity that threatens the peace and security of the zone.  The council, in a statement by its chairman, […]

Nigerians living in the Philippines and Cambodia have threatened to initiate legal action against the Federal Government unless a fresh directive requiring them to pay compulsory monthly and annual dues is withdrawn.

PSG’s successful defence of the UEFA Champions League title has shaken up the race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or, with several PSG stars climbing the rankings while established contenders continue to strengthen their cases ahead of the FIFA World Cup.

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has extended an olive branch to his political opponents in Rivers State, urging them to return and work with him while declaring that he has forgiven all past political grievances.