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Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka issued a warning to scientists and technology developers about the dangers of artificial intelligence eroding human creativity and imagination. He spoke at the 2026 Nigerian Prize Awards Night organized by Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Limited (NLNG) in Lagos, where the theme was Heritage. Soyinka described ...
As Nigeria marks World Mental Health Day, experts highlight that one in four Nigerians will experience mental ill-health in their lifetime. Millions are living with depression, anxiety, substance use disorders and other conditions, often without access to appropriate care. Stigma, poverty, cultural misconceptions and a severe shortage of mental health ...
The 59th memorial of the Asaba Massacre, which occurred on October 7, 1967, during the Nigerian Civil War, was held on October 7, 2026. The event commemorated the estimated 1,000 Asaba men killed and featured apologies and gestures toward reconciliation. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo expressed regret, and Major General Ahmed ...
Ivy-Mary Adanna Eweputanna graduated with a First Class in Law from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and another First Class from the Nigerian Law School (Lagos campus). She was the second best-graduating student in Civil Litigation out of over 6000 students at the law school. In an interview with KINGSLEY ...
Tomisin Olawepo-Hashim, a 15-year-old Nigerian-American student at Benenden School, has been named one of the winners of the 2026 Cambridge Language Collective (CLC) Schools' Essay Competition. The competition is held annually for junior and senior secondary school students and is divided into four categories: politics, philosophy, literature, and film and ...
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called on the federal government to declare an official moratorium on executions and urged state governors to commute eligible death sentences to life imprisonment, amid concerns that more than 3,000 inmates remain on death row across Nigeria. The commission noted that Nigeria is ...
The federal government has moved to strengthen security around electricity infrastructure by setting up a ministerial committee to coordinate the fight against vandalism, which has been blamed for repeated power disruptions and costly repairs. Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe convened the committee's inaugural meeting in Abuja, bringing together security agencies ...
The Gombe State Government has commenced the disbursement of N10.32 billion in gratuities to 6,665 retirees from both state and local government levels. Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, who flagged off the payment, stated that the administration inherited over N21 billion in outstanding gratuity liabilities in 2019, covering arrears from 2012 ...
The Federal Government and the 36 state governments have adopted Ethiopia's nutrition model to improve child nutrition across Nigeria's 774 local government areas. The decision was reached during the Nigeria-Ethiopia Nutrition Leadership Exchange in Addis Ababa, where Vice President Kashim Shettima led a delegation that included governors and ministers. The ...
The Federal Government has launched free Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) bus rides for students of Bayero University Kano (BUK) and other tertiary institutions in Kano State. The initiative, under Project SPROUT, is being implemented by the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicles (Pi-CNG & EV) in partnership ...
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has counselled, treated, and rehabilitated 53,843 persons struggling with drug use across its 31 rehabilitation centres nationwide in the last five years. The agency also conducted 17,213 outreaches under its War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) campaign to prevent substance abuse and raise public ...
Yoruba leaders have established a central platform called Yoruba Parapo to foster unity and collective action against insecurity and other regional challenges. The initiative aims to bring together stakeholders from the South-West to address common issues. The platform is expected to coordinate efforts and advocate for solutions to the region's ...
The International Bar Association has honoured Nigerian lawyer Yusuf Nurudeen with its Pro Bono Award for his contribution to defending human rights. The award recognises his efforts in providing legal services to those in need. Nurudeen's work has been acknowledged by the global legal body.
Domestic air travellers are lamenting frequent flight delays and cancellations across airports in the country, with many expressing frustration over prolonged waiting times and disrupted travel plans. Departure halls at several airports have been crowded in recent times, with many stranded and delayed passengers. A visit to the domestic terminals ...
Police in Ondo State have arrested a driver, Ayoade Idowu, for allegedly crushing a Vehicle Inspection Officer, Sesan Adediji, to death in Akure. The incident occurred when the truck driven by Idowu ran over the officer. The police have taken the driver into custody as investigations continue.
On October 1, while Nigerians marked 66 years of independence, 20 young Nigerians were deprived of their freedom on an Imo road while travelling from Ibadan to orientation camps in Abia and Akwa Ibom states for the National Youth Service Corps programme. A week later, on October 7, they were ...
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned that the continued circulation and misuse of banned pesticides in Nigeria pose serious threats to public health. The agency disclosed that it seized banned agrochemicals worth more than ₦800 million in Ogun, Ondo, Osun and Oyo states ...
The Court of Appeal in Kaduna has dismissed an appeal filed by former governor Nasir El-Rufai. The appeal challenged the refusal of a fresh bail application by a High Court. The court's decision upholds the earlier ruling.
Students of the Osun State Secondary School for Students with Special Needs have not resumed due to a lack of government funds. The funding shortage affects their feeding and boarding. The situation has stalled the students' return to school.
Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has donated N100m to victims of recent bandit attacks in Danko Wasagu LGA. The donation was made during a sympathy visit to the area. The funds are intended to support the victims.
The Federal Government has announced the temporary closure of Owerri airport for 25 days starting October 20, 2026. The closure is to allow for runway rehabilitation and extension works. The announcement was made public in a statement.
A chief in Ondo State, Akinwalere Akinola, was reportedly killed by an accidental gunshot during funeral rites for another chief in Ayeka community. The incident occurred during the funeral ceremonies. The circumstances surrounding the accidental discharge are under investigation.
The family of 40-year-old Taofeek Azeez has demanded justice following his death in police custody in Agbeye, Osun State. Azeez was arrested over an alleged cocoa theft. The family is calling for an investigation into the circumstances of his death.
The University of Port Harcourt has issued a warning about a fake Facebook account impersonating its Vice-Chancellor, Prof Princewill Chike. The account is being used to defraud people. The university urged the public to be cautious.
A Lagos court has remanded Nigerian-American car dealer Oluwatobi Adegoke at Kirikiri prison over an alleged $680,000 vehicle import fraud. The court ordered his remand pending further proceedings. The case is ongoing.
A UK coroner has ruled that three British-Nigerian sisters who drowned off Brighton beach on May 13 took their own lives. The ruling was made during an inquest. The sisters' deaths had been under investigation.
Police in Bauchi State have arrested four suspects in connection with a farmer-herder clash in Ningi LGA. The clash resulted in the death of one farmer and the burning of several houses. The suspects are in custody as investigations continue.
A three-storey building under construction in Okpoko, Anambra State, collapsed, resulting in the deaths of a woman and her 14-year-old daughter in a neighbouring house. The incident occurred in Okpoko, a community in Anambra State. The building was still under construction at the time of the collapse. The victims were ...
Officials from the United States, Ukraine, and European countries are meeting in Miami for a renewed diplomatic effort to end the war in Ukraine. The talks come amid what is described as a dangerous stalemate in the conflict. The meeting represents a fresh push to find a resolution to the ...
Edikan Adiakpan, a Nigerian man, has been sentenced to two and a half years in a United States federal prison for his involvement in an illegal email scam. The sentence was handed down by a US court. The scam involved fraudulent email activities. Adiakpan's role in the scheme led to ...
A second batch of 105 Nigerians has been repatriated from South Africa amid rising anxiety from anti-migrant protests, bringing the total number of returnees to 205. The repatriation follows xenophobic tensions in South Africa. The Nigerians are returning home due to safety concerns. The protests have targeted foreign nationals, including ...
A Nigerian man, Chimaobim Igbojekwe, has been arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for illegal residency. The arrest followed charges that he stripped naked in a park in Pennsylvania. The case has sparked a political row in the United States.
The Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted two containers of cannabis-infused cookies and gummies at Tin Can Island Port in Lagos. The seized items are valued at N3.67bn. The interception is part of efforts to combat drug trafficking.
US-based Nigerian doctor Olurotimi Badero has said that Nigeria needs diaspora expertise to fix its significant healthcare gaps. He discussed his career and the potential role of Nigerians abroad in improving the health sector. The call highlights the ongoing challenges in Nigeria's healthcare system.
Nigerians in Douala, Cameroon, celebrated Nigeria's 66th Independence Anniversary on Sunday, October 4, 2026, with cultural performances and diplomatic engagements. The event honored Dangote Cement Cameroon for its 10 years of operations in the country and was attended by Nigerian community members, Cameroonian government officials, and business leaders, including the ...
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has stated that President Bola Tinubu has given assurances that security agencies will secure the release of children abducted in Askira-Uba Local Government Area. Zulum conveyed this after discussions with the President, emphasizing the federal government's commitment to the rescue operation. The abduction has raised ...
The Zamfara L-PRES Coordinating Office, led by State Project Coordinator Mohammed Nasiru, presented a progress report at an implementation support mission in Yola. The disclosure was made on Friday evening. The mission is part of efforts to support the implementation of the L-PRES project in Zamfara State.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has rejected sanctions imposed by the United States, calling them an attempt to disrupt its operations and intimidate its staff and cooperators. The sanctions were imposed on Friday, shortly after a former ICC judge won the Nobel Peace Prize. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio ...
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Jigawa State Command, has sought the support of traditional rulers in tackling drug abuse and illicit drug trafficking in the state. The State Commander, CN Hassan Katangana Kabaju, made the appeal during a courtesy visit to the Emir of Hadejia, Alhaji Dr Adamu ...
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Oluyede, has called for Nigeria to harness space power to strengthen national security. In a statement released by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the CDS commended the Defence Space Administration for its achievements in advancing Nigeria's space capabilities. He emphasized ...
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Anambra State has announced its readiness for the 2027 general elections. The commission will deploy 5,720 Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) machines and 22,280 ad hoc staff for the exercise. This was disclosed by the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in the state.
Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has approved the full implementation of the 2025 agreement between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) for staff of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), effective January 2027. The approval was conveyed to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kate Omenugha, through the ...
Lassa fever has killed 263 people in Nigeria in 2026, with the fatality rate rising to 23.6%. The 263 deaths among confirmed cases represent a significant increase from the 168 deaths reported during the same period in 2025, when 906 confirmed cases were recorded. The report indicates a worsening outbreak ...
A court has given Abba Kyari and his co-defendants a final chance to file their list of defence witnesses in a cocaine trial. The judge warned that failure to comply could lead to a premature closure of their defence. The case is ongoing.
The Nigerian Army has graduated a new special forces battalion in Nasarawa State. The Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Waidi Shaibu, presided over the graduation on Friday, which is expected to strengthen Nigeria's counter-terrorism and internal security capabilities. The new battalion will contribute to ongoing security operations.
A 35-year-old Vehicle Inspection Officer, Adediji Sesan, was crushed to death by a vehicle along Hospital Road in Akure, Ondo State. The driver, 37-year-old Ayoade Idowu, has been arrested and detained by the police. Sesan was on routine patrol when he attempted to stop a white Mitsubishi van for document ...
The Court of Appeal has rescheduled the hearing of SERAP’s appeals against the N100 million defamation judgement in favour of the State Security Service. The court set a new date after discovering that one of the two appeals was not ready for hearing. The appeals challenge the defamation judgement awarded ...
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has reassured personnel of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and families of those killed in the recent ATR 42 aircraft crash of the Service's continued support. Aneke gave the assurance on Thursday, October 8, 2026, during a visit to ...
Inspector-General of Police IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu paid a condolence visit to Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke on Friday, following the Nigerian Air Force NAF 931 aircraft crash that claimed 25 lives. The visit took place on October 9, 2026, during which Disu conveyed the ...
Police authorities have detained an inspector and two civil guards over the extortion of a motorist. The detention follows ongoing concerns about police brutality, extortion, extrajudicial killings, and other unprofessional activities in Nigeria. Despite sanctions such as dismissal from service, such incidents continue to occur.
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned that the continued circulation and misuse of banned pesticides in Nigeria pose serious threats to public health. The agency disclosed that it seized banned agrochemicals worth more than ₦800 million in Ogun, Ondo, Osun and Oyo states ...
The Court of Appeal in Kaduna has dismissed a bail appeal by former governor Nasir El-Rufai, affirming a High Court ruling denying him bail.
Nigeria and Burkina Faso have pledged closer security cooperation and intelligence sharing to combat terrorism, violent extremism and transnational organised crime threatening both countries and the wider West African region. The agreement also links security with economic development, as both countries seek to strengthen agricultural partnerships, improve livelihoods and create ...
The co-pilot who attacked the captain of a flydubai jet last week had planned to crash the plane into Tel Aviv’s international airport, the United Arab Emirates’ top prosecutor said on Friday. In the aftermath of the incident, people on board — the majority of whom were Israeli — described ...
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has adjourned the hearing of appeals filed by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP). The appeals relate to a N101 million defamation judgment. The adjournment was due to a late filing. Further details on the next hearing date were not provided.
The Twelfth Conference of the Parties to the Nairobi Convention concluded in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, with 15 decisions aimed at accelerating action for the protection, management, and sustainable development of the Western Indian Ocean region. The conference was hosted by the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania under ...
The evening recap covers several top Nigerian stories, including President Bola Tinubu's planned 2027 campaign launch in Kaduna. The Federal Government has rejected an immediate ban on solar imports. Additionally, police have issued a warning to churches regarding testimonies.
Navi Pillay has been announced as the 2026 winner of the Nobel Peace Prize by the Norwegian Nobel Committee. Pillay has had a distinguished career as a human rights lawyer, judge, and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, and currently serves as a judge ad hoc of the International Court ...
Dr Olusola Odumosu, Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, has tasked his personnel on service excellence and professionalism. The charge was made during an event, though further details were not provided. The post appeared first on Tribune Online.
A bus driver in Ondo State overran and killed a Vehicle Inspection Officer (VIO) who was on duty. The victim was reportedly on routine patrol with his team and had flagged down the driver for a routine inspection of the vehicle's particulars when the incident occurred. The police are handling ...
The Federal Government, in collaboration with the Imo State Government, will close Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport in Owerri for approximately 25 days starting October 20, 2026. The closure is for runway rehabilitation and extension works. Minister of Aviation Festus Keyamo stated that the intervention is critical for safety and ...
Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Rilwan Disu has approved the posting of new Police Public Relations Officers and other appointments. The approval was announced on Friday. The post appeared first on Tribune Online.
A court in Abuja has remanded a Nigerien man for allegedly supplying AK-47 ammunition for terrorism. The defendant pleaded not guilty to four counts, including terrorism and fraudulent acquisition of a Nigerian identification number. The case is ongoing.
The United Arab Emirates expressed solidarity with the Democratic Republic of the Congo after a collision between two boats on the Congo River resulted in deaths, injuries, and missing persons. In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveyed sincere condolences to the families of the victims and to ...
Hon. Rosemary Adukwu, the councillor representing Ogugu Ward III in Olamaboro Local Government Area of Kogi State, was abducted while travelling to Onitsha market on 30th September 2026. Her commercial vehicle was intercepted by suspected kidnappers around the Oji River axis between Enugu and Anambra states, and she was dragged ...
The Ministry of Health reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening mental health services, improving access to treatment, and combating stigma as Liberia observed World Mental Health Day 2026 under the theme 'Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change.' Assistant Minister for Preventive Services Dr. Cuallau Jebbeh-Howe, delivering the ministry's message on ...
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has commenced a search for the Flight Data Recorder (FDR) and Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) from the recently crashed military aircraft. According to NAF, these devices are expected to provide crucial evidence for investigators seeking to reconstruct the aircraft's final moments and determine the factors ...
Anambra State Police have arrested a 27-year-old ex-convict, Chidera Eleh, for his alleged involvement in motorcycle-assisted robberies targeting POS operators in the state. The arrest was reported by Punch. Further details about the incidents or the suspect's background were not provided in the summary.
The Kebbi State Police Command has warned against blocking the Kebbi-Sokoto highway. The command threatened legal action against anyone involved in such disruptions. The warning was issued in a statement. No further details were provided.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, paid a condolence visit to the Chief of the Air Staff over the NAF 931 aircraft crash in Ondo. The visit was to express sympathies following the incident. The crash involved a Nigerian Air Force aircraft. Further details were not provided.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has expressed his condolences following the death of Professor Idowu Sobowale, a veteran journalist and former commissioner in the state. Sobowale passed away at the age of 85. The governor mourned the loss in a statement, highlighting Sobowale's contributions to journalism and public service.
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has assured the families of personnel affected by the recent aircraft crash of the Nigerian Air Force's continued support. The assurance was given during a meeting with the families, where the CAS expressed condolences and reiterated the NAF's commitment to ...
The Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted drugs worth ₦3.67 billion hidden in imported vehicles and spare parts. A Customs spokesperson issued a warning to those involved in the illegal importation of prohibited substances, urging them to stop. The command has pledged to continue its enforcement operations against smuggling.
The Minister of Power has established a committee in collaboration with security agencies to address the vandalism of power infrastructure. The panel is tasked with stopping attacks on the national grid that have been disrupting electricity supply. The move follows concerns over the impact of such attacks on power distribution ...
Inter-communal violence in the central South Sudanese town of Rumbek has resulted in the deaths of at least 71 people, including four soldiers. The interim government confirmed the casualties from the clashes. The violence highlights ongoing tensions in the region.
A train collided with a car at a crossing in Lagos, leaving the vehicle badly damaged. The driver of the car escaped unhurt, and no injuries or deaths were reported from the incident. The collision occurred at a level crossing in the state.
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of a terrorism suspect, Muhammad Ibrahim, at the Kuje Correctional Centre until November 16, 2026, when his trial is set to begin. Ibrahim was arraigned by the Department of State Services on a four-count charge including terrorism-related activities, unlawful possession ...
