The Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Hon. Muhammad Ankwai, passed away last night. Muhammad Ankwai, who represented Zuru Constituency under the All Progressives Congress (APC), was elected Speaker at the inauguration of the 10th Assembly on June…
In response to growing security concerns in Plateau state, at least seven state governments have evacuated at least 1,630 students from the University of Jos (UNIJOS). Recall that on March 29, suspected bandits launched violent attacks on a popular bar…
The presidency has reaffirmed that security concerns remain a top priority on the agenda of President Bola Tinubu’s engagements, as the administration has intensified consultations with security agencies and regional partners are ongoing to address Nigeria’s persistent insecurity challenges. Following…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has been given a three-day deadline by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Youth Wing to restore the party’s 2025-recognized leadership or face widespread public outcry. The ADC National Youth Leader, Balarabe Rufa’i, told reporters…
Amid liquidity challenges and struggle currently plaguing the power sector and across the value chain, President Bola Tinubu has approved the payment plan to finally settle the outstanding debts under the Presidential Power Sector Financial Reforms Programme. The debt payback…
All resident electoral commissioners (RECs) have been instructed by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to suspend publicity and preparations for the upcoming voter revalidation process. In an attempt to update the voter registration prior to the 2027 general election,…
Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully rescued at least 31 worshippers abducted during an Easter church service in Ariko Village, Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State. In a statement released on Sunday night, the Army said that the…
Channels Television anchor, Seun Okinbaloye, has decalred he is “not afraid” of Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike. Recall that Wike had stated that he would have “broken his TV screen and shot” Seun Okinbaloye, over his comments that a…
No fewer than two persons have been reported dead with several others injured, while as suspected Fulani bandits launched fresh violent attack on the Pwomol village in Heipang District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State on the…
No fewer than 17 persons have reportedly been killed following an attack on Mbalom community in Gwer East Local Government Area of Benue State on Easter Sunday, according to residents. The most recent incident further worsens ongoing security issues in…
Amid Eatser celebrations, gunmen have attacked Ariko community in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State, targeting two Christian worship centres, killing at least seven persons and abducting several others. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Sunday,…
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, is presently under harsh criticism from media outlets, opposition leaders, and civil society organisations for his contentious statement that he would have “shot” a television anchor during a live broadcast. The…
US President Donald Trump has warned Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz or risk “hell reigning down” on the Arabian nation. Trump’s remarks, which appeared in a Truth Social post on Saturday, are a continuation of his threats against…
Nigerian Army soldiers have begun a thorough stop-and-search operation around the city of Jos, Plateau State as part of Operation Enduring Peace. The drill started on Friday, according to a statement released on Saturday by Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, Media…
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has announced an indefinite nationwide strike starting at 12:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The strike comes amid the Federal Government’s decision to halt the implementation of the revised Professional Allowance Table,…