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A Delta Airlines jet en route to the United States made an emergency landing in Porto, Portugal, after smoke was detected in the cabin. Four passengers were treated for smoke inhalation. The incident occurred on a US-bound flight, prompting the unscheduled landing. No further details on the cause of the ...
Israel is revoking the diplomatic accreditation of Dutch officials in the West Bank after the Netherlands began enforcing sanctions on settlement goods. The move comes in response to the Dutch government's decision to enforce sanctions on goods produced in Israeli settlements. The revocation of diplomatic status is a significant escalation ...
The Mauritanian Coast Guard rescued 260 migrants, including 17 children, from two boats off the coast of Mauritania. The migrants had departed from The Gambia and spent seven days at sea before being rescued. The operation was carried out by Mauritanian authorities. The rescued individuals were brought to safety.
Anambra State Police have disrupted a suspected cult gathering in Onitsha. During the operation, they arrested a 25-year-old man who allegedly admitted to being a member of the Vikings cult. The arrest was reported by Punch.
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has released the timetable for the 2026 promotion examinations for senior officers. The exams are for officers from the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) to Superintendent of Police (SP). According to the schedule, the examinations will begin on September 28. The announcement was ...
President Bola Tinubu is now expected to return to Nigeria on Tuesday. His return follows a working vacation that took him abroad. The report was published by Tribune Online.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has raised concerns that 78 Borno schoolchildren remain in captivity after 100 days. The CAN chairman stated that the prevailing challenges would not weaken the association's resolve to pray for the return of peace and security. The children were abducted, though specific details of ...
The State Project Implementation Unit (SPIU) of the Zamfara AGILE Project has commenced supportive supervision of interventions across selected project locations in the state’s 14 local government areas. The exercise is being conducted under Sub-component 3.2 of the Zamfara AGILE Project, which focuses on project management, monitoring and evaluation. The ...
Senior lawyer Femi Falana has filed a lawsuit against the Federal Government at a regional court, seeking $10 million in damages over alleged human rights violations. Falana is also asking the court to declare that the alleged violations were unlawful and unconstitutional. The suit was reported by Tribune Online.
The Zamfara State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), has reviewed the implementation and performance of the recently concluded vaccination campaign in the state. The post-campaign review meeting was held at the Iconic University Hall in Gusau and attended by health officials, Local Government Area ...
The Zamfara State Government has renovated 61 healthcare facilities and provided solar power to 50 primary healthcare centres (PHCs) as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery across the state. The interventions by the administration of Governor Dauda Lawal also include the provision of solar-powered boreholes and toilets in 29 ...
US President Donald Trump has stated that he expects talks with Iran to resume, despite rejecting a truce proposal from Tehran aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The rejection was confirmed by Trump, who nonetheless expressed optimism about future negotiations. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical waterway for ...
The Committee of Pro-Chancellors of State-Owned Universities (COPSUN) has protested regulatory interference in the university system and called on the National Universities Commission (NUC) to take stronger regulatory control. COPSUN also issued a warning to Governor Ademola Adeleke regarding the tenure of the Vice Chancellor of Osun State University (UNIOSUN) ...
Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo has urged residents to take collective action against flooding and gully erosion following the death of a pupil. The governor called for community-wide efforts to address the environmental challenges. The incident highlights the ongoing risks posed by flooding and erosion in the state. Soludo emphasized ...
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Borno State has called for the urgent rescue of 78 schoolchildren and others who have been in captivity for over 100 days. The association demanded immediate action to secure their release. The captives include students and other individuals. CAN's appeal underscores the prolonged ...
A Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Lisbon was diverted to Lyon, France, after a passenger's power bank battery caught fire midair on Saturday. The Airbus A321-200 was carrying 198 passengers when the incident occurred. The crew secured the battery in a protective bag designed for lithium batteries, and no injuries ...
A car crashed into a gas shop in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), triggering a fire. Emergency responders deployed up to five trucks to extinguish the fire and bring the situation under control. The incident caused damage to the shop and prompted a rapid response from fire services. No further ...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has vowed to leave Nigeria peaceful and prosperous. In a message marking Nigeria's 66th independence anniversary, Tinubu assured Nigerians that his administration is committed to leaving behind a peaceful and united country. The statement was reported by Tribune Online.
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has issued a two-week ultimatum to the Federal Government to resolve outstanding welfare issues. If not addressed, the doctors may proceed on strike. The ultimatum aims to avert a potential strike.
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a security guard, Emmanuel Ojo, in connection with the theft of two generators valued at N950,000. Ojo allegedly fled to Ogun State after committing the crime. The police have taken him into custody.
Troops have repelled an infiltration attempt by ISWAP terrorists and rescued six victims in Zamfara State. During exploitation of the terrorists' withdrawal route on Sept. 26, troops recovered items including cannabis sativa, tramadol tablets, cigarette butts, and a muffler abandoned by the fleeing terrorists. The operation was part of ongoing ...
The Federal Government is reviewing its N235 billion health fund as high out-of-pocket medical expenses continue to affect Nigerian households, according to the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA). The review aims to address the financial burden on citizens. Details of the review and its potential impact on patient costs have ...
Kano State has emerged top in the 2026 NECO examination. The state government attributed the success to its efforts in building an education system capable of providing young people with knowledge and skills required for higher education, employment, innovation, and leadership. Kano has recorded over five million school children in ...
Police in Lagos State have arrested a suspected member of an armed robbery gang that attacked clubgoers at Ghost and Spirits Lounge on Ekoro Road, Abule Egba, over the weekend. The suspect, captured in a viral video wearing a green shirt and cap, was arrested after the lounge management placed ...
The Kano State Government has banned all Durbar processions and horse-riding activities in the Kano metropolis until further notice. The decision was made during an emergency meeting of the State Security Council at the Government House, where members reviewed the security situation surrounding the planned activities. According to a statement ...
Armed robbers in Gombe have killed the wife of a police inspector during an attempt to steal her mobile phone. The victim was attacked and stabbed. The incident occurred in Gombe State.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu called for hope, healing and revival as Nigeria marks its 66th Independence anniversary. He prayed for peace, unity, justice and prosperity in the nation. The governor also asked God to strengthen the country's leaders with wisdom, courage and compassion, protect communities and security personnel, and ...
A top US official on Sunday dismissed a proposal for reopening the Strait of Hormuz presented by Iran as "cynical" and indicated it was a non-starter for Washington. Iran's truce plan, announced by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi at the United Nations earlier this week, calls for the release of frozen ...
The Federal Government has set a target of producing 10 million globally certified Nigerians by 2030. Minister of State for Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, announced this initiative as part of efforts to position the country for global competitiveness. The plan aims to enhance the skills and certifications of Nigerian workers ...
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke rescued six kidnapped victims around Gbise community in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State. According to Lieutenant Ahmad Zubairu, the troops acted on credible information and evacuated the victims to a secure area. The rescued victims were identified as Mr Gabriel Enujuba, Mr Samson ...
Resident doctors have issued a two-week ultimatum to the Federal Government. The doctors raised concerns over increased workload caused by manpower shortages in hospitals. They demanded appropriate compensation for doctors handling responsibilities beyond their normal duties.
Gunmen have kidnapped a 38-year-old man identified as Nathaniel Peter at Layeri village near Ikoyi-Ile in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The abduction was reported by Tribune Online. Further details of the incident were not provided in the summary.
British police arrested five men near a US air base in the UK on Sunday on suspicion of explosive and terrorism offences. Former US President Donald Trump stated that the men were looking to do 'big damage.' The arrests were made near the air base, though specific details about the ...
A gas explosion occurred in Kubwa, a satellite town in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, damaging buildings and businesses. Residents described it as a frightening start to the week. The incident was reported by Tribune Online.
Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has urged the people and stakeholders in Ekiti State to support the newly upgraded State Polytechnic. The governor made the appeal in a statement reported by Tribune Online. Further details of the solicitation were not provided in the summary.
President Bola Tinubu is expected to return to Nigeria on Tuesday, September 29, after a four-week working vacation in Europe. He will arrive in Lagos, where Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is expected to receive him at the presidential wing of Murtala Muhammed International Airport. The President will remain in Lagos to ...
The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has issued a two-week ultimatum to the Federal Government to address unmet welfare and professional demands. The association warned of potential industrial action if their demands are not met within the stipulated timeframe.
A dog suspected to be rabid has bitten 18 people in Garko Local Government Area of Kano State. The Nigerian Forest Security Service has launched a search for the dog. The incident has raised concerns about rabies prevention and control in the area.
The fourth Northeast Youth in Crisis Conference (NYICC) was held in Yola, Adamawa State, with the theme "Beyond 2026: Youth as Partners in Localizing Humanitarian Action and Building Resilient Communities in Nigeria." The conference was organised by the Centre for Advocacy, Transparency and Accountability Initiative (CATAI) in collaboration with the ...
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) impounded 84 vehicles in a crackdown on one-way driving and illegal garages. LASTMA General Manager Olalekan Bakare-Oki described the enforcement as a necessary intervention to address a growing culture of disregard for traffic regulations along critical corridors.
The Adamawa State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting environmental cleanliness and personal hygiene through sustained public awareness and enforcement of sanitation regulations. Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Hon. Mohammed Sadiq, made this known during a sanitation enforcement exercise conducted across parts of Yola on Saturday. The enforcement ...
The Federal Government has initiated urgent measures to address an ecological crisis in Calabar, Cross River State, which poses threats to facilities belonging to the Nigerian Navy and the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC). The ecological emergency has raised concerns about the safety and operations of these critical installations. The ...
President Bola Tinubu has postponed his return to Nigeria following a last-minute change in his travel plans. The postponement comes after a four-week working vacation in Europe. No new date for his return has been announced.
A 54-year-old primary school teacher, Garba Suleiman, has been arrested in Adamawa State for allegedly raping a 10-year-old girl. The arrest followed a complaint by the victim's family at the Divisional Police Headquarters in Yola South LGA. The police said preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect lured the minor and ...
At least 18 people have been bitten by a dog suspected to have rabies in Garko Local Government Area of Kano State. The Nigerian Forest Security Service (NFSS) has launched a search operation for the dog and two others suspected to be infected. The dog initially bit 11 people in ...
Two mass shootings occurred in South Africa within hours of each other, resulting in at least 27 deaths and 26 injuries. The second incident took place at an entertainment venue in Lwandle, a community in Cape Town, the country's second-largest city. The first shooting was not detailed in the provided ...
Police have arrested a man accused of stabbing a 42-year-old man to death over an N500 gift. The incident followed an alleged misunderstanding between the two men regarding the gift. The suspect is in custody as investigations continue.
An explosion occurred in Abuja when a vehicle crashed into a gas shop. Although no life was lost, at least nine shops were affected and the vehicle was completely burnt. Residents reportedly rescued the car driver and a child, who were rushed to the hospital.
The Oyo State Police Command has arrested two suspects, Muhammadu Abubakar and Jayun Danali, in connection with the kidnapping of a 38-year-old man. The arrest was confirmed in a statement. The police did not provide further details.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) impounded 84 vehicles during a weekend traffic crackdown. The operation was carried out in Idumota, Iddo, Ijora-Olopa, Costain, and Onipanu, according to a statement by the agency. The crackdown was reported by Vanguard Newspaper on Sunday.
A newlywed couple, Funmilayo Bamidele and Reverend Abiodun David, along with four others, were abducted by suspected terrorists on the Eruku-Iyemero Road bordering Kwara and Kogi states. The victims were returning from their engagement ceremony in Eruku when their vehicle was intercepted. The Kwara State Commissioner of Police, Adekimi Ojo ...
Pope Leo XIV has described assisted dying as not 'normal' during a visit to the pilgrimage site of Lourdes. He criticised France's new law on the issue. The Pope's remarks were made in the context of his visit to the site.
Governor Umo Eno has commissioned a youth development centre in Uruan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. The centre is aimed at equipping young people with skills for entrepreneurship and self-reliance. The commissioning took place in Uruan LGA.
At least 27 people were killed in separate mass shootings in South Africa. Some residents of the community attributed the violence to competition over the control of the illicit gold mining trade between powerful gangs. The shootings occurred in separate incidents.
Two separate mass shootings in South Africa have resulted in at least 27 deaths. In the first incident, 17 people were killed when eight gunmen attacked a bar near Johannesburg, injuring 15 others. In a second attack near Cape Town, 10 people were killed and 11 injured outside an entertainment ...
A gas explosion rocked Kubwa, an Abuja suburb, in the early hours of Sunday after a vehicle rammed into a gas shop. The explosion damaged nine shops and disrupted traffic in the area. The incident caused significant damage to property.
The Defence Headquarters announced that troops rescued over 60 kidnapped victims and arrested 44 suspects in nationwide operations conducted between September 18 and 24. The operations targeted terrorism, kidnapping, arms trafficking, oil theft, and other security threats. A Nigerian Air Force jet disrupted terrorists moving kidnapped victims in Kebbi State ...
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Mrs. Remi Olowu on her 80th birthday. He praised her contributions as a lawyer, public servant, community leader, and nation-builder, highlighting her courage, compassion, and dedication to humanity. The president's message celebrates her lifelong service and impact.
Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has called on Nigerians to deepen unity in diversity despite ethno-religious, linguistic, and cultural differences. He made the call at an Interdenominational Thanksgiving Service held on Sunday at the Christian Central Chapel International (CCCI), also known as Faith Mansion, in Calabar, to mark Nigeria's ...
A Europe-bound bridegroom, Chukwulobelu, excreted 72 wraps of cocaine upon arrest by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The NDLEA also seized drugs worth N3 billion in related operations. Chukwulobelu, who recently married on September 13, claimed he ventured into drug trafficking to offset wedding expenses.
The Kano State Government has suspended all Durbar processions and horse-riding activities within the Kano metropolis. The suspension is due to security concerns. The government announced the suspension in a statement.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his working vacation in Europe, delaying his return to Nigeria. His arrival is now expected on Tuesday. The post did not provide further details on the reason for the extension.
Forty-eight people have died in Ondo State, with five reportedly losing their sight completely and two partially blind. A total of 182 cases have been recorded. The article questions what was learned from a similar event in 2015.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) impounded 84 vehicles for various traffic infractions during an enforcement operation in Lagos. The operation faced resistance and attacks, which LASTMA overcame. The agency continues to enforce traffic regulations.
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has seized opioids worth N3 billion and arrested a bridegroom with 72 wraps of cocaine. The agency also nabbed cross-border Togolese traffickers and others in raids conducted in Lagos, Oyo, Edo, and Bauchi states.
A newlywed couple, identified as Funmilayo Bamidele and her husband, Reverend Abiodun David, have been kidnapped along the border communities of Kwara and Kogi states. The abduction occurred in the border area, according to reports. The incident highlights security challenges in the region.
Police in South Africa have reported the discovery of another body in Ekurhuleni municipality, bringing the total number of women found dead there to 11 in 10 weeks. The article provides further details via the provided link.
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has expressed concern over reported killings, attacks, and mass abductions in Plateau, Zamfara, and Niger states. In a statement signed by National Coordinator Comrade Emmanuel Nnadozie Onwubiko, the group described the incidents as evidence of a deepening security crisis. HURIWA noted that ...
A passenger has died in a lone accident involving a commercial Volkswagen bus at Ogunlana Junction, inward Ojuelegba, in the Surulere area of Lagos. The bus, with registration number LND 130 XR, reportedly rammed into a median pole at the weekend. The General Manager of the Lagos State Traffic Management ...
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Ogun State Command, has arrested a woman identified as Shobowale Balikis for allegedly attempting to smuggle alcohol into the Ibara Custodial Centre in Abeokuta. The command's Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Odukoya, disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday. According to Odukoya, correctional officers intercepted ...
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted 2.55 million opioid pills weighing 1,640.55kg in three consignments. The drugs were imported from India and Bangladesh and seized at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA). The agency disclosed the interception in a statement.
Funmi Ogundare Development Governance International (DGI) Consult, recently inaugurated a 12-month Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health and Nutrition (RMNCAH+N) Leadership Fellowship to equip health professionals with practical leadership and problem-solving skills to address health governance and management challenges in Adamawa, Kwara and Sokoto States. The fellowship, which forms part ...
A passenger has died after jumping from a moving commercial bus that reportedly careered into a median pole at Ogunlana Junction, inward Ojuelegba, Surulere, Lagos. The incident involved a Volkswagen commercial bus with registration number LND 130 XR. According to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), preliminary reports indicated ...
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has called on traditional rulers and community leaders in the Niger Delta to take responsibility for protecting public infrastructure from vandalism. The commission emphasized the need for community involvement in safeguarding these assets. The appeal was made as part of efforts to ensure the ...
Kano State has emerged as the top-performing state in the 2026 National Examinations Council (NECO) results. The ranking is by the number of candidates who obtained five credits, including English and Mathematics. The results were released by NECO.
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) arrested 14 individuals for alleged waste-related offences during enforcement operations on Lagos Island and along the Lagos-Badagry Expressway. The operations targeted illegal waste disposal, including dumping into the lagoon, and resulted in the seizure of numerous carts from suspected illegal waste collectors. The Managing ...
Passengers at Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu complained about non-functional air-conditioning in the departure hall on Sunday, forcing them to endure heat while waiting for flights. The issue was observed by Vanguard as travelers, including editors returning from the 2026 Guild of Editors Conference, sweated in the hall. One ...
Kaduna State held prayers for Nigeria's 66th Independence anniversary, led by the Deputy Chief Imam of the mosque, Malam Abdullahi Aliyu, focusing on peace and stability for Nigeria and Kaduna State. Contractors in the state praised Governor Uba Sani's debt payment plan. The prayers and commendations were part of the ...
A newly married couple, identified as Funmilayo Bamidele and Rev. Abiodun David, have been abducted by armed assailants while returning from their engagement ceremony in Eruku, Kwara State. The couple were reportedly travelling with four other passengers on Saturday evening when their vehicle was intercepted along the Iyemero–Eruku route in ...