Tinubu Orders 500 More CNG Stations Nationwide
By Sulyman Gobir President Bola Tinubu has directed the rollout of an additional 500 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) refuelling stations across Nigeria as part of the Federal Government’s efforts to reduce transportation costs following the removal of the petrol subsidy. Tinubu gave the directive on Thursday after meeting with state governors, who he said had […]
Nigeria Regains FTSE Russell Frontier Market Status
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria is set to return to the FTSE Russell Frontier Market index nearly three years after it was removed from the global market classification. Minister of Finance, Taiwo Oyedele says FTSE Russell will reclassify Nigeria from “Unclassified” to “Frontier Market” status from the opening of trading on September 21, 2026. Oyedele in […]
11 Rescued As Gunmen Attack Vehicles Along Kogi Expressway
By Sulyman Gobir Eleven people, including some members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), have been rescued after gunmen attacked vehicles along the Aloma–Egane Expressway in Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State. The incident occurred at about 4:40 p.m. on Wednesday, around Ogene Zaria, near the Ogene Zaria–Onicha-Igo Junction. According to the Kogi […]
NILDS DG Urges Interns to Deepen Democracy Knowledge
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) Prof. Abubakar Suleiman has urged interns of the institute to deepen their understanding of democracy, governance and legislative processes as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic institutions. The DG gave the charge on Thursday in Abuja during a lecture […]
Abuja Veterans Tournament: Allstars Shine in Round 2
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Round 2 of the Abuja Veteran Invitational Tournament 2026 produced exciting action as Gwagwalada Allstars, Nyanya Allstars, Timeless Titans FC and Apo Fitness Club recorded notable results. Gwagwalada Allstars defeated New Karu Allstars 3–1 in the opening match, while Nyanya Allstars secured a convincing 3–0 victory over Likeminds Allstars. Timeless Titans FC […]
Nigeria Seeks Stronger OIC Ties on Economy, Youth, Security
By Zainab Bakare Nigeria is set to strengthen cooperation with the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on humanitarian issues, youth empowerment and economic partnerships as part of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The Nigerian delegation, led by the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, departed from Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano, […]
Tinubu Orders Rescue of Niger Abduction Victims
By Zainab Bakare President Bola Tinubu has ordered an immediate rescue operation following the mass abduction of worshippers in Niger State. The President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclose this in a statement on Tuesday. Tinubu condemn the attack, describing the perpetrators as “enemies of peace and enemies of humanity.” “Those who […]
Akpabio Celebrates Sultan at 70, Hails Legacy of Peace
By Anayo Akwitti President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has congratulated the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs , Muhammad Abubakar on his 70th birthday. Akpabio, in a congratulatory message issue through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, describes the Sultan as an exemplary […]
Troops Arrest Three Gunrunners, Rescue Six Kidnap Victims
By Mardiyyah Abubakar Troops of the Joint Task Force North-West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have arrested three suspected gunrunners and rescued six kidnapped victims in separate operations in Zamfara State. The operations, conducted on Sunday, August 23, 2026, also led to the recovery of an AK-103-2 rifle, one magazine and 30 rounds of ammunition. The Media […]
Police bust alleged baby factory in Ogun, rescue six victims
By Mardiyyah Abubakar Ogun State Police Command has dismantled an alleged baby factory in the Mowe area of the state, rescuing two pregnant women and four children. The command also arrested six suspects in connection with the operation. Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, discloses this in a statement on Tuesday. Babaseyi say operatives […]