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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has refuted reports that a Corps member in Enugu died from substandard and falsified medicines. In a statement, NAFDAC Director-General Prof Mojisola Adeyeye said preliminary investigations showed the Corps member was brought to the camp clinic with symptoms of ...
Police in Katsina State have arrested two suspected bandits and recovered over 150 rustled livestock in Kusada Local Government Area. The arrests were made during an operation. The police also dismissed rumours of a highway blockade. The operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat banditry in the region.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has confirmed a gas pipeline explosion in Aleto, Rivers State. The incident resulted in injuries and property damage. NNPC has activated emergency response measures to address the situation.
Security operatives from the Department of State Services (DSS), military, and police have arrested five suspects linked to the kidnapping of 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members in Imo State. The arrests were made during intelligence-led operations in Rivers and Abia States between October 10 and 14. Three ...
The Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Achebe, has called on President Bola Tinubu to prioritise addressing hunger, unemployment, and insecurity in Nigeria. The traditional ruler made the appeal during the 2026 Ofala festival. He emphasised the need for urgent action to alleviate the suffering of Nigerians. The Ofala festival is ...
A private jet operated by Triton Aviation made an emergency landing at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, after losing a door mid-air on Thursday. The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has commenced an investigation into the incident. The aircraft, with registration number T7-SEI, was en route to Lagos when the ...
Military, Department of State Services (DSS), and police operatives have arrested five suspects in connection with the abduction of 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members in Imo State. The arrests were made following a joint operation. The suspects are believed to be responsible for the kidnapping. The victims ...
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Ogun State has called for collaboration with the media to combat vandalism and protect critical national infrastructure and property. The state command made the appeal during a meeting with journalists. The NSCDC emphasised the role of the media in raising awareness ...
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has commenced an investigation into an incident involving the loss of an aircraft door. In a statement signed by Director-General and CEO Alex Badeh Jr., the NSIB said the missing door has been recovered and secured at its wreckage hangar. The investigation aims to ...
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has responded to a blogger's allegations of train ticket racketeering. The NRC stated that while the blogger's account of the transaction might be accurate, the conclusion that the corporation was involved in racketeering reflects a misunderstanding of its ticketing arrangements. The corporation clarified its ticketing ...
Kenya has recorded its third case of Ebola, involving a 65-year-old woman who tested positive while in quarantine. Health authorities are continuing contact tracing efforts. No evidence of community transmission has been reported. The government is monitoring the situation closely.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has approved the appointment of four prominent market leaders to designated trade leadership positions. The appointments are aimed at enhancing market administration and trade activities in the state. The new leaders will assume their roles in various markets across Oyo State. The move is part ...
Iran has denied Saudi Arabia's accusation that it was involved in recent Houthi attacks. A Saudi foreign ministry official claimed Iran encouraged the escalation, but Tehran rejected the allegation. The Houthis have repeatedly targeted Saudi sites, including Red Sea tankers and oil facilities. The Saudi-led coalition continues to intercept missiles ...
Security operatives have arrested five suspects in connection with the abduction of 20 NYSC members in Imo State. The arrests were made during intelligence-led operations by the DSS, military, and police in Rivers and Abia states. The operations took place between October 10 and 14. The suspects are currently in ...
Brigadier General Dikko A.M., Commander of the Nigerian Army's Ohafia Division, has expressed concern over the low number of youths from Abia State who joined the Nigerian Army during the most recent recruitment exercise. He noted that Abia State produced only 100 recruits, describing the turnout as low. The commander's ...
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has warned Nigerians against sharing or circulating other people's nude photographs, stressing that offenders could face arrest and prosecution. Disu's warning highlights the need for Nigerians to respect other people's privacy and dignity. The police chief said anyone found sharing such images would be ...
A private jet lost its door mid-air in Abuja, according to an evening recap of top stories. Additionally, a Rivers State Divisional Police Officer was removed over alleged ties to cultists. The recap also included other major news items from the day.
White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia has resigned just days into the job. Her departure followed a lackluster press briefing performance and scrutiny over her resume. A White House official confirmed the resignation on condition of anonymity.
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has blamed the owner of a petrol tanker for an explosion in the Oluku area of Benin City. The governor said the owner transferred fuel to another tanker without taking necessary safety precautions. The explosion occurred on Thursday along the Benin-Lagos Road in Ovia ...
The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide has called on President Bola Tinubu to ensure that the 750-kilometre Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway follows its original approved route through Ondo, Edo, Delta, Bayelsa and Rivers states. The call was made on Thursday at a press conference at the Ijaw House in Yenagoa, Bayelsa ...
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has launched an investigation after a Triton Aviation aircraft lost its door mid-air. The incident occurred shortly after the aircraft departed Abuja for Lagos. The NSIB is probing the circumstances surrounding the loss of the door. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.
The Nigerian Army's 3 Brigade has honoured 22 Senior Non-Commissioned Officers for their 35 years of dedicated and meritorious service to the nation. The recognition was held in acknowledgement of the officers' long-standing contributions to the military. The event highlighted the soldiers' decades of service.
An angry mob reportedly set a Bus Rapid Transit vehicle ablaze after it crushed a commercial motorcyclist to death at Ogolonto bus stop in Ikorodu, Lagos State. The incident sparked outrage among residents. Police officers and officials of the Lagos Neighbourhood Safety Corps intervened to rescue the bus driver from ...
The Osun State Police Command has arrested five suspects in connection with the killing of a 14-year-old boy, Olapade Ezekiel, in Ilobu, Osun State. The arrest was confirmed by the police command. The suspects are currently in custody as investigations continue.
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed fake and substandard products, including drugs and food items, valued at N2.6 billion in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The destroyed items were seized by the agency. The operation is part of NAFDAC's efforts to rid the market ...
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, conducted clearance operations in Sokoto State on October 15. During an encounter at Waria Forest, troops of Sector 2 engaged terrorists in a firefight, neutralising one and recovering two AK-47 rifles, two motorcycles and other items. In a separate ...
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has approved the appointment of four market leaders to key trade leadership positions in the state. The appointments aim to strengthen coordination and promote harmony among traders. The announcement was made in a statement by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade. The appointees include ...
The Taraba State Police Command has denied any knowledge of reports alleging that a 24-year-old woman, Maimuna, cut off her 30-year-old husband's manhood, resulting in his death in Maigoje village, Gashaka Local Government Area. In a press statement issued on Friday by the command's Public Relations Officer, ASP Victor Mshelizah ...
Chief Titi Atiku Abubakar, wife of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the Network Against Child Trafficking, Abuse and Labour, has decried human trafficking, stating that Nigerian girls going abroad are becoming a "nuisance" in their host countries. She spoke on Thursday in Abuja ...
First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has called on state governors to establish functional community food banks across their three senatorial districts to enhance food security and combat malnutrition among vulnerable Nigerians. She emphasized that the scale of food insecurity and malnutrition in the country requires stronger collaboration between federal and ...
The article criticizes Jaiyeola Ajasa for what it describes as multidimensional logical poverty in his reasoning. It argues that the questions Ajasa needs to answer are neither obscure nor complicated. If Ajasa alleges that Babajide Kolade-Otitoju deliberately misled the public, he must identify the falsehoods and establish the deception. The ...
The Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe, has expressed concern over rising hardship in Nigeria, stating that more citizens are being pushed below the poverty line amid persistent insecurity and economic difficulties. In his royal message to mark the 2026 Ofala festival, titled 'Celebrating 500+ Years of the Onitsha ...
Edo State Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo has pledged to rebuild the fire-ravaged Oluku Market in Benin and assist traders who lost their shops and goods in a tanker explosion on Thursday. The governor made the commitment on Friday during a visit to the market along the Benin–Lagos Road in Ovia ...
A pastor and his wife were arrested after 200 people were found at an unregistered rehabilitation centre in South Africa. The shocking discovery has left authorities demanding answers. The centre was operating without registration. The arrest followed the discovery.
The Association of Resident Doctors at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, has suspended its 50-day industrial action for an initial period of eight weeks. The suspension follows the intervention of Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and takes effect on Saturday, October 17, 2026, with the resumption of ...
The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), has charged graduands of the Army War College Nigeria to translate their training into decisive action to strengthen national security and end insecurity. He gave the charge on Friday, October 16, 2026, at the graduation ceremony of 99 participants of Course ...
The Nigerian Railway Corporation has denied involvement in alleged ticket racketeering on the Abuja-Kaduna Train Service. The denial follows a viral social media report accusing the corporation of creating artificial scarcity to facilitate resale of tickets at inflated prices. The NRC Managing Director, Dr Kayode Opeifa, described the report as ...
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has called on Nigerian graduates to look beyond academic certificates and leverage competence, creativity, and integrity to solve critical national problems and navigate an evolving global workforce. The Executive Secretary of the NUC, Prof. Abdullahi Ribadu, gave the charge on Friday at the fifth convocation ...
The Lagos State Government will begin a 35-day rehabilitation of Ozumba Mbadiwe Road on Monday, October 19, 2026. The rehabilitation will cover the stretch from the Adetokunbo Ademola/Civic Centre junction to Samuel Manuwa/BJ junction. The Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, announced a contra-flow arrangement on the Lagos-bound carriageway and released ...
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has promised to rebuild Oluku Market and support traders affected by a recent fire disaster in Ovia North-East Local Government Area. The governor made the pledge during a visit to the affected area. The fire caused significant damage to the market and traders' livelihoods. Okpebholo ...
A father of eight from Borno State has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for keeping quiet about a Boko Haram-related case. The court examined his connection to the case, leading to a decade-long legal consequence. The judgment was delivered after legal proceedings.
Titi Atiku Abubakar, wife of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has decried human trafficking, stating that Nigerian girls are becoming a nuisance in foreign countries. She made the remark in a statement. The statement did not provide further details on the circumstances or specific countries involved.
Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have neutralised two suspected Lakurawa terrorists and recovered four AK-47 rifles, eight motorcycles and other items during clearance operations in Sokoto State. The operations were conducted on October 15, 2026, according to Lt. Col. Aliyu Danja, Media Information Officer of Operation Fansan Yamma. Troops of ...
Resident doctors in Oyo State have called off their 50-day strike after Governor Seyi Makinde stepped in. The development brought the doctors back to the negotiating table after 50 days of disruption. The strike was suspended following government commitments to address their demands.
The Nigerian Navy has uncovered 75,000 litres of suspected crude oil stored in three dugout reservoirs in the Oteghele area of Delta State during two separate operations aimed at combating crude oil theft. This was contained in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja by the Director of Naval ...
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo visited victims of a tanker fire and pledged to rebuild the burnt market. He described the incident as avoidable, saying the tanker owner worsened the situation by bringing another tanker to transfer fuel without safety precautions. The fire occurred in Edo State, though the specific ...
The Osun State Police Command, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, and the Nigeria Union of Journalists Online Chapel have strengthened ties as Commissioner of Police Zungura hosted two delegations. The visits underscore the growing synergy among security agencies and the media in Osun State. Observers expect the development ...
Resident doctors at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, have suspended their 50-day strike. The suspension follows an agreement reached with the hospital management and relevant authorities. The doctors are expected to resume work immediately.
Taraba State Police Command has officially debunked a widely circulated news report alleging that a 24-year-old woman, Maimuna, cut off her 30-year-old husband's manhood, leading to his death in Maigoje village, Gashaka Local Government Area. In a press statement issued on Friday, October 16, 2026, by the Police Public Relations ...
Police in Delta State have arrested 95 suspects in a crackdown on the Supreme Vikings cult gang. According to Edafe, operatives raided a hotel along Abraka Road in Asaba where suspected members of the Supreme Vikings Confraternity had gathered for an anniversary celebration. The operations were part of efforts to ...
Nigerian lawmakers in the House of Representatives are pushing for tougher food safety laws to protect citizens from unsafe food. The move comes amid growing concerns about the quality of food consumed daily. The lawmakers are calling for stronger regulatory measures to ensure food safety standards are enforced.
Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested 95 suspected cultists allegedly involved in cult-related activities across the state. The command's spokesperson, Bright Edafe, said the suspects were arrested in Asaba, Ika South, Ughelli South and Okpe Local Government Areas on October 15, 2026, following credible intelligence. He said ...
A Nigerian soldier has raised concerns over the alleged killing of a fellow soldier by officers of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). According to the soldier, the incident involved a shooting, and the victim was allegedly refused hospital treatment. The soldier's reaction highlights tensions between the military and ...
Local vigilantes reportedly killed a young man identified simply as AbdulHakim over alleged cable theft in Ankpa, headquarters of Ankpa Local Government Area of Kogi State. Reports indicated that the incident occurred around noon on Thursday, when the deceased encountered the group in the suburb of the town. In a ...
The Mishkaham Bokkos, Jatau Yohanna Samkwar, was shot at his residence in Daffo, Bokkos local government area of Plateau State on October 13, 2026. He sustained a gunshot wound to the leg and was taken to a hospital in Mangu, where he died hours later. Bulus Dabit, National President of ...
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has increased the monthly salaries of cleaners at LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, from N15,000 to N80,000. The salary adjustment was announced as part of the governor's efforts affecting workers at the institution.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has reopened its National Identification Number alignment service. The service offers candidates a one-time opportunity to correct discrepancies between their examination records and data held by the National Identity Management Commission.
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has called on residents of Lagos State to report individuals who dump refuse illegally. The agency said the appeal is part of efforts to address a growing environmental problem in the state. LAWMA urged residents to speak up and provide information that could help ...
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has assured leaders of the Igbokoda community in Ondo State of its commitment to addressing their concerns following a crash. NAF provided updates to the community leaders on recovery efforts and support for bereaved families. The assurance was given during a meeting with the community ...
A workshop organised under the European Union Support to ECOWAS in Peace, Security and Governance (EPSG) Project brought together journalists from different media platforms and states, including Lagos, Enugu, Edo and Oyo. The training was conducted by a Spanish group and Fact Check Nigeria, focusing on indigenous-language reporting. The workshop ...
The General Officer Commanding 1 Division of the Nigerian Army, Major General Abubakar Wase, has commended three departing senior officers for their professionalism and loyalty. The commendation was made during a ceremony held in Kaduna. The event was organised to honour the officers as they exit the service.
A flight travelling from Abuja to Lagos experienced an incident in which a door fell off mid-air, forcing the crew to make a quick decision. The pilot made an emergency landing in Abuja following the development. The incident occurred during the flight and prompted the crew to act to ensure ...
A Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. John Otache, was abducted in Benue State. The spokesperson for the Benue State Police Command, DSP Aondogu Orchia, assured that efforts are ongoing to rescue the priest. The abduction was confirmed by the police.
A CL60 aircraft operated by Triton Aviation made an emergency landing at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja after the crew reported that a door had opened in flight. The aircraft, with registration number T7-SEI, departed Abuja for Lagos at 4:17 PM. About three nautical miles from the airport and ...
A private jet operated by Triton Aviation made an emergency landing in Abuja after losing a door mid-air shortly after takeoff on Thursday. The incident occurred as the aircraft was departing from Abuja. The crew reported the issue and returned to the airport for an emergency landing. No injuries have ...
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has urged residents to report illegal waste dumping. The agency aims to curb environmental and public health risks in the state. LAWMA emphasized the importance of community involvement in tackling the issue.
The Nigerian Air Force has promised support for the families of victims of the Igbokoda crash. Recovery efforts are ongoing under difficult conditions. The Air Force made the pledge as it continues to handle the aftermath of the incident.
Four suspects were arrested in Calabar in connection with a blackout syndicate. Their arrest followed the interrogation of one of the suspects. Police operatives extended their operations to Murtala Mohammed Highway, around Pepsi, and a dumpsite in the Harbour area of Calabar.
A major road in Lagos is set to close for 35 days starting October 19 to allow for repair work. The closure may affect daily journeys for drivers in the area. Motorists are advised to plan alternative routes during this period.
A Catholic priest was kidnapped in Ohimini, Benue State, and remains in captivity. The police and the Catholic Diocese of Otukpo confirmed the abduction. Police authorities have intensified efforts to secure his release.
A CL60 aircraft operated by Triton Aviation lost a door shortly after taking off from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, forcing the crew to declare a Mayday emergency. The aircraft, with registration number T7-SEI and flight identification DWC052, was bound for Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos, when the incident occurred at ...
New White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia has admitted that she failed the bar exam. The admission came after her credentials were scrutinised over her description of herself as a lawyer. She had listed herself as general counsel of a California-based conservative nonprofit.
The Minister of Power has stated that Nigerians will not pay more for electricity. The government has revealed its next move in the power sector. This announcement comes amid concerns about electricity bills.
White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia has acknowledged that she failed the bar exam, a prerequisite for practising law in the United States. Her credentials came under scrutiny after she described herself as a lawyer during television appearances and on social media, and listed herself as general counsel of a ...
A Divisional Police Officer in Rivers State and some other officers of his post have been suspended. The suspension followed reports that they allowed suspected cultists to renovate their facility. The state police command, in a statement by its spokesperson Blessing Agabe, condemned the renovation, which occurred in the Abuloma ...
The Nigerian Senate has passed a bill that gives legal backing to the federal university of technology in Akwa Ibom State. The passage of the bill came four years after the university was established. It also followed an announcement by the university that it had secured approval for 12 additional ...
The Catholic Church has announced the kidnapping of a reverend father in Benue State. The priest, who is in charge of St. Margaret's Parish in Ohinmini Local Government Area, was reportedly abducted along with others. The church has called for prayers and urged authorities to secure his release.
A court has set November trial dates for a N15 billion defamation suit involving Femi Gbajabiamila. The case concerns serious allegations involving billions of naira. It is described as a high-stakes legal battle.
Police in Benue State have confirmed the abduction of a Catholic priest. The disappearance of the parish priest is suspected to be a kidnapping. Rescue efforts have begun, and fear and concern have gripped the Catholic community in the state.