Engineers Seek 22-Month Plan to Privatise Refineries
By Zainab Bakare The Nigerian Society of Chemical Engineers (NSChE) has called on the Federal Government to privatise Nigeria’s non-operational state-owned refineries through a transparent process to be completed within 22 months. National President of the society, Engr. Bayo Olarewaju-Alo, made the proposal at a news conference titled “Nigeria’s Moribund Refineries Need New Governance”. He […]
World Bank Plans to Expand Affordable Digital Access
By Zainab Bakare The World Bank has unveiled a strategy to expand internet access, lower digital connectivity costs and improve access to online services in developing countries. World Bank President, Ajay Banga, said digital technology could help countries create jobs, improve productivity and make better use of limited resources. In a statement on Monday, Banga […]
Tinubu Rules Out Petrol Subsidy Return, Urges Youth to Vote
By Zainab Bakare President Bola Tinubu has ruled out a return to petrol subsidies, using the biblical story of Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt to defend his decision to end the policy. Tinubu spoke on Monday at an event organised by the City Boy Movement, a group led by his son, Seyi Tinubu, […]
Fresh Airstrikes Kill 103 Terrorists in Borno, Adamawa – Military
By Julian Osamoto The Nigerian military says airstrikes targeting Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters in Borno and Adamawa states has killed 103 terrorists and destroyed several logistics facilities between October 10 and 18, 2026. The operations were conducted by the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, through seven intelligence-led precision airstrikes […]
EU Plans £20m Defence Support for Nigerian Armed Forces
By Zainab Bakare The European Union is planning £20 million in defence assistance for Nigeria’s Armed Forces under the European Peace Facility, with a technical delegation expected in Abuja in November to agree on delivery arrangements. The development is discussed when the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and the Economic Community of West African States, Gautier […]
Nass Backs NILDS Training, Rejects Meritless Promotion
By Anayo Akwitti The National Assembly has opposed staff promotions influenced by external considerations rather than merit, insisting that personnel training should be handled by the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS). The position was made known by the Clerk to the National Assembly (CNA), Kamoru Ogunlana, during a three-day retreat for top […]
Oba of Benin Honours Remi Tinubu With Ikele Coral Beads
By Zainab Bakare The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has decorated Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, with the prestigious Benin traditional coral beads known as Ikele. The First Lady received the honour during a courtesy visit to the palace in Benin City, Edo State, on Thursday, October 15, 2026. According to a statement from the […]
Private Jet Loses Door Mid-Air, Lands Safely in Abuja
By Zainab Bakare A private jet operated by Triton Aviation has made an emergency landing at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, after losing a door mid-air shortly after take-off. The CL60 aircraft, with registration number T7-SEI, was heading to the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on Thursday when the crew declared a Mayday emergency […]
Police Remove Rivers DPO Over Cultists’ Renovation of Outpost
By Mardiyyah Abubakar The Rivers State Police Command has removed the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of Abuloma Division and the officer overseeing the Abuloma Police Outpost following reports that suspected cultists renovated the facility. The Command also ordered a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the renovation and the alleged visit by the […]
Nigeria Leads ECOWAS Push to Restore Ties with Sahel States
By Zainab Bakare Nigeria has joined renewed diplomatic efforts to rebuild ties between the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), as regional leaders seek a common framework for cooperation following the withdrawal of three Sahel countries from the bloc. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador […]