Lagos Assembly approves mechanised sweeping operations on coastal highway
By Ebunoluwa Sessou The Lagos State House of Assembly has approved the use of mechanised sweeping operations on Section 1 of the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway but insisted that the introduction of modern cleaning equipment should not replace manual sweepers in order to protect jobs and sustain economic opportunities for residents. The resolution followed the consideration […]
NAFDAC begins nationwide seizure of sachet alcohol
NAFDAC described the banned sachet and sub-200ml PET bottled alcoholic drinks as illegal products that should no longer be in circulation.
Inter Miami signs Brazil veteran Casemiro
Inter Miami on Wednesday announced the signing of Brazil star Casemiro but Major League Soccer immediately said it was investigating allegations of tampering by the club over the deal.
ASUU suspends 52-day MOAUM strike after pact with Benue govt, management
By Peter Duru, Makurdi The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi (MOAUM) branch, has suspended its 52-day industrial action following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Benue State Government and the university management. The lecturers commenced the strike on June 1, 2026, over the non-payment of […]
Kogi East leaders applaud Tinubu, Ododo over infrastructure projects
By Soni Daniel Lokoja — Political and community leaders in Kogi East Senatorial District have expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu and Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, for what they described as significant socio-economic and infrastructural development across the zone. The commendation came as the Renewed Hope Ambassadors and the Presidential Communications Team continued their […]
Court rule on NDLEA application to destroy seized methamphetamine laboratory Friday
By Innocent Anaba Justice Musa Kakaki of a Federal High Court in Lagos will on Friday, rule on an application by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, seeking leave to destroy a clandestine Nigerian-Mexican methamphetamine production laboratory uncovered in a remote forest in Ijebu East Local Government Area of Ogun State. The judge fixed […]
A’Court affirms forfeiture of General Atewe’s assets to FG, dismisses appeal
By Innocent Anaba The Court of Appeal sitting in Lagos Division, Wednesday, affirmed the judgment of a Federal High Court in Lagos ordering the final forfeiture of multiple assets linked to retired Major General Emmanuel Atewe (retd) to the Federal Government, holding that his appeal lacked merit. In a unanimous judgment delivered virtually via Zoom, […]
Nasarawa sacks six commissioners in cabinet reshuffle
By Edwin Philip, Lafia The Nasarawa State Government has announced a minor cabinet reshuffle involving six commissioners as part of efforts to reposition the administration for the successful completion of its remaining mandates. The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Labaran Shuaibu Magaji, SAN, disclosed this on Wednesday while briefing journalists at the end of […]
Canada unveils 6 conditions Nigerians, other foreigners must meet to get a visa
The Canada government has outlined six key requirements that foreign nationals must meet to be eligible for a visitor visa, stressing that applicants must convince immigration officers they intend to leave the country at the end of their stay.
SDP warns INEC, judiciary against ‘Backdoor’ attempts to hijack party structure
By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the judiciary to remain vigilant against what it described as attempts by some individuals to manipulate the electoral process through “backdoor” means. The party made the call on Wednesday in […]
FG launches N500bn youth credit scheme, offers entrepreneurs up to N2m without collateral
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The Federal Government on Wednesday launched the third phase of its YouthCred initiative, targeting 500,000 young entrepreneurs with access to loans ranging from N200,000 to N2 million without collateral. The programme, launched by the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP) in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Finance, is designed to expand […]
