Nigeria to Repatriate 1,000 Citizens from South Africa
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Federal Government has commenced plans to repatriate more than 1,000 Nigerian citizens from South Africa following growing concerns over anti-immigrant tensions and fears of possible xenophobic attacks. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that screening for the voluntary repatriation exercise began on Thursday as authorities prepare for the return of affected […]
Atiku Slams Tinubu, First Lady Over Oyo Abduction
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has criticised President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu over the continued captivity of pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State nearly three weeks ago. In a statement released on Friday through his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, […]
Fagbemi Defends Danladi-Salihu’s Emergence
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, Sunday Fagbemi, has defended the emergence of Yakubu Danladi-Salihu as the party’s governorship candidate for the 2027 election, describing him as experienced, competent, and capable of sustaining the developmental achievements of the current administration. Speaking during a television interview, Fagbemi said […]
INEC Warns Parties Against Primaries Outside Deadline
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned political parties against conducting primary elections outside its approved timetable, stressing that any such exercise remains invalid unless overturned by a higher court. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Kudu Haruna, issued the warning while addressing ongoing […]
Defence Minister Pledges Support for a Technology-Driven Nigerian Navy
By Zainab Bakare The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening the Nigerian Navy with the resources, technology, and operational capabilities needed to build a modern and globally respected naval force. The Defence Minister made the pledge during the Nigerian Navy’s 70th Anniversary Ceremonial Sunset Dinner and […]
NUT Demands Immediate Action Over Rising School Abductions
By Zainab Bakare Members of the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) in Borno State on Tuesday staged a protest at the Government House and along major streets in Maiduguri, the Borno state capital, demanding urgent action to address the growing wave of school abductions and secure the release of learners still held captive by kidnappers. […]
Nigeria Faces Low Ebola Risk Despite Regional Outbreak – WHO
By Zainab Bakare The World Health Organization (WHO) has assured that Nigeria currently faces a low risk of an Ebola outbreak, even as health authorities intensify surveillance and response measures to contain the disease in affected parts of Africa. Executive Director of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme, Chikwe Ihekweazu, made the disclosure on Tuesday during […]
Tigers Crowned Inaugural NSL Champions
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Middle-Belt Tigers have etched their name in history as the first-ever champions of the Nigeria Super League, edging past Southern Sharks by six runs in a gripping final at the TBS Cricket Oval, Lagos. In a tightly contested finale that lived up to its billing, the Tigers held their nerve in […]
Reps Probe MREIF Operations, Summon CEO
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives Committee on Housing and Habitat has commenced a comprehensive investigation into the MOFI Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF). The committee also granted its Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Armstrong Ume-Takang, a one-week extension to appear before lawmakers while insisting that he must personally attend the rescheduled hearing. The Committee […]
Okpekpe 2026: Shaibu Commends Organisers,
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Philip Shaibu, has successfully completed the 2026 Okpekpe International 10km Road Race, retaining his previous performance mark with a finishing time of 1 hour, 18 minutes. Shaibu crossed the finish line alongside former Edo State Governor and Senator representing […]