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President Bola Tinubu arrived in Abuja on Monday evening after spending a few days in Lagos following his return to Nigeria from a working vacation in Europe. His aircraft touched down at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at about 7:45 p.m. He was received by the ...
The Lagos State Government has announced the temporary closure of Freedom Park on Lagos Island for one week. The closure is to allow for renovation, fumigation, and other maintenance works. The park will be reopened after the completion of the works.
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has said that no survivor has been recovered from Monday's military aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area. He stated that only wreckage of wings, identity cards, and uniforms have been seen, and rescue teams are yet to access the main body of the ...
President Bola Tinubu has declared a three-day mourning period following a military aircraft crash. He also directed that flags be flown at half-mast throughout the country as a mark of respect to the officers. The victims of the crash will be named, according to the declaration.
An intelligence-led operation eliminated an ISWAP leader in Ondo State, according to sources. The plan was reportedly to attack civilians during the festive period and disrupt the 2027 general elections. The operation was carried out based on intelligence.
A fatal road crash occurred on Monday along the JBD/ORE route in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, resulting in the deaths of nine people. The crash involved a white Toyota Hiace commercial bus belonging to Delta Line and a white Sino Truck commercial vehicle belonging to Bill Gas Solution Ltd. According to ...
President Bola Tinubu has declared three days of national mourning for the Nigerian Air Force personnel who died in a military aircraft crash in Ondo State. The declaration was made to honor the memory of the fallen personnel. The crash occurred in Ondo State, though further details were not provided ...
The Plateau State Government condemned an attack on Fulani herders returning from Bukuru Kara Livestock Market to Bassa LGA, in which gunmen killed two people and injured eight others. Governor Mutfwang ordered security agencies to investigate the identities and motives of the attackers. The government extended condolences to the victims' ...
President Bola Tinubu has declared a three-day national mourning for Air Force personnel who died in a military plane crash on Monday. He directed that flags be flown at half-mast nationwide as a mark of respect. The Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 jet crashed near a naval base in the Igbokoda ...
President Bola Tinubu has declared a three-day national mourning for the Air Force personnel who died in a plane crash in Ondo State. The Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 jet crashed on Monday near a naval base in the Igbokoda area while on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos. The ...
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has handed over N107 million recovered from property fraud to a victim in Lagos. The EFCC said its investigation led to the recovery of the funds, which were returned to the petitioner on 30 September. The commission's action followed a petition by the ...
Brazil's presidential race is heading to a runoff after Flávio Bolsonaro edged out Lula in the first round. Lula acknowledged that his campaign fell short of its first-round objective but said the runoff would proceed. The second round will determine the next president.
The Oyo State Government has raised an alarm over repeated kidnappings in the state. The government questioned if the state is under an organised siege after 18 students were abducted. The statement follows a series of kidnapping incidents that have heightened security concerns in the region. Authorities have not yet ...
Turkey and Pakistan will undertake a rapid deployment of troops to Saudi Arabia as part of a new mutual defence alliance, the three countries said Monday. The three countries in August signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement committing them to come to each other's aid in the event one were ...
Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno announced a N50,000 wardrobe allowance for each of the 20,000 teachers employed by the state government. He also said the 1,776 registered private schools would receive N500,000 each for their teachers, and ordered the employment of 2,000 additional teachers. The governor declared a total state ...
President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja after a five-week absence. He arrived in Abuja on Monday evening from Lagos, where he had gone after a working vacation in the UK and France. The purpose of his trip was not specified. His return marks the end of an extended period ...
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has spoken about the military air crash in the state, stating that no single life was saved. He said, "From the information we got, no single life was saved up to this moment. They could not see any living soul that was in that aircraft." ...
President Bola Tinubu met with Defence Minister General Christopher Gwabin Musa in Lagos for a high-level strategic meeting. The discussions focused on reviewing the national defence framework, evaluating counter-insurgency and anti-banditry operations, and aligning inter-agency security strategies. Tinubu expressed satisfaction with progress in securing vulnerable communities and reaffirmed support for ...
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday declined a request to foreclose the evidence of the second defense witness, Inspector John Nwoke, in the trial of former head of the Intelligence Response Team, DCP Abba Kyari. Kyari is facing charges related to an alleged cocaine deal. The court's decision ...
Sanwo-Olu and Tegbe led a fresh push to address Lagos's electricity crisis following a retreat. Sanwo-Olu described the discussions as open and productive, providing an opportunity for stakeholders to confront challenges in the power sector. The meeting aimed to develop workable solutions to the crisis.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to provide a list of personnel on duty at Akanu Ibiam International Airport on January 19, 2022. The order was made during the trial of Abba Kyari and other suspended officers of ...
Operatives of the Kwara State Police Command arrested a suspected gunrunner during a stop-and-search operation along the Alapa–Okolowo axis of Ilorin. The interception led to the recovery of two serviceable AK-47 rifles, three magazines, and 42 rounds of live ammunition from the suspect. The suspect was traveling in a commercial ...
Suleiman Danlami Kum has been appointed as the new Head of the Nigeria National Office (HNO) of WAEC Nigeria. He succeeds Dr. Amos Josiah Dangut, who has assumed the role of WAEC Registrar and Chief Executive as of October 2, 2026. Kum joined WAEC in 1998 as an Assistant and ...
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to pay outstanding salary arrears. The ultimatum was announced by SSANU National President, Mr Mohammed Ibrahim, after the union's 56th National Executive Council meeting held at the University of Uyo. The union threatened ...
The Rivers State Government has sealed Manda Hospital in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area over alleged involvement in a child trafficking racketeering scheme. The government took the action as part of efforts to combat child trafficking. Further details are expected as investigations continue.
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has commended security agencies for killing a senior ISWAP leader, Abdussamad Ohida, in the Owo forest. The governor praised the security forces for their efforts in eliminating the terrorist leader. The operation is seen as a significant blow to ISWAP's activities in the region.
The Kwara State Government has rewarded outstanding teachers with N120 million to mark Teachers' Day. Additionally, the government announced plans to buy Dangote Refinery shares for female teachers. The rewards and plans were unveiled as part of efforts to appreciate and empower teachers in the state.
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has stated that no survivor has been found yet after a Nigerian Air Force aircraft crashed in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area. The governor provided the update on the crash, which occurred in his state. Search and rescue operations are likely ongoing.
A researcher has died from pneumonic plague in Russia, and nearly 200 people who had been in contact with the individual are being monitored. The regional leader provided this information, according to reports. Pneumonic plague is a contagious virus that can spread through respiratory droplets. The situation is being closely ...
Police in Enugu State have arrested five suspects in three separate operations for allegedly vandalising and stealing public infrastructure, including solar street lights. The arrests were made as part of efforts to curb the destruction of public facilities. Further details are expected as investigations continue.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated on Monday that negotiations with the United States are 'meaningless' and only lead to renewed attacks, according to state media. He said that the US has attacked Iran three times after talks, indicating that their goal is to overthrow the Islamic Republic. Pezeshkian added that ...
The Sokoto State Government and the management of Gamji College of Health Technology have denied reports that 18 students were abducted by suspected terrorists. The denial follows a report by Sahara Reporters alleging that the students were traveling in a chartered bus from Sokoto to Oyo State when they were ...
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq awarded N120 million to outstanding teachers and principals during the World Teachers' Day celebration. The awards included N29 million for 29 best principals/head teachers, N59.5 million for 119 outstanding teachers, N22 million for 11 serving and retired university dons, and N9 million for three schools ...
The Federal Government has warned that bullying, exclusion, and gender-based violence could push girls out of school. It has begun training educators to detect and respond to such incidents. The move is part of efforts to create safer learning environments and promote girls' education.
A court has issued an interim order in favour of 214 students who were ejected from the University of Calabar's Law faculty. The judge granted the reprieve after hearing arguments from lawyers representing the parties involved. The order provides temporary relief to the affected students.
President Bola Tinubu has ordered a probe into the crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft in Igbokoda, Ondo State. The aircraft was on a mission from Benin to Lagos when it crashed. The investigation aims to determine the cause of the accident.
President Bola Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) ATR-42 jet that crashed near a naval base in Igbokoda area of Ondo State. The President directed the Nigerian Air Force to immediately commence a thorough investigation into the cause of the crash to prevent future ...
The Bayelsa State Police Command has issued a warning to cult groups and their sponsors against attacks. The command vowed to intensify operations to prevent violence in the state. The police made the declaration as part of efforts to maintain law and order.
President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sadness over the crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 jet near a naval base in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State. The aircraft was on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos when the crash occurred on Monday morning. According to Ehimen Ejodame ...
The Ekiti State Government has recruited 5,530 teachers and awarded N70.5 million to outstanding teachers in commemoration of Teachers' Day. Governor Oyebanji announced that all 203 public secondary schools in the state now have ICT laboratories, interactive boards, and 5KVA inverters, with 125 of them also having internet facilities. The ...
The Oyo State Government has raised concerns over the increasing spate of kidnapping incidents involving indigenes of the state. The government questioned the circumstances surrounding these abductions. The alarm was raised amid fresh reports of kidnappings in the state. No further details were provided on the specific incidents or the ...
The Sokoto State Government has dismissed as false a report alleging the abduction of 18 students from Gamji College of Health Technology, Sokoto. In a statement issued on Monday by Abubakar Bawa, Director-General of Media and Publicity, the government said no student of the institution was kidnapped. The clarification followed ...
Eyewitnesses have recounted the horror of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area. Oluboyo Olusola, who visited the scene, was among those who described the incident. The eyewitnesses expressed fear that there were no survivors from the crash. The aircraft crashed on Monday morning near ...
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has vowed that justice will prevail in the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr. Unity Adeda, a Deputy Director in the State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education. The governor also assured that the work of the Administrative Panel set up to investigate the fracas ...
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has said that the 14-day ultimatum issued to terrorists, kidnappers, bandits, and other criminal elements operating from the state's forests is yielding results. The governor spoke after a joint security operation in the Owo forest axis, where an alleged ISWAP commander, Abdussamad Ohida, also known ...
Another person has been killed in Osogbo amid ongoing cult violence. The latest incident occurred on Sunday morning at Ita-Olokan area, where a man identified as Taoheed Ojoiku was reportedly killed during a clash between rival cult groups. The killing underscores the persistent security challenges in the area.
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has called on the Federal Government to implement the special salary scale approved for teachers without further delay. The union expressed concern over the four-year delay in implementing the salary scale. The call was made on World Teachers' Day, highlighting the union's ongoing advocacy ...
The Federal Government and Oyo State Government have endorsed the 2026 Operation One Million Trees initiative, raising concerns over worsening environmental degradation. They warned of a potential global waste-management crisis within 15 years and a severe climate crisis within two decades if urgent action is not taken. The initiative, spearheaded ...
A Lagos commissioner has disclosed the value of his Patek Philippe watches, worth ₦212 million, during an exchange with an ADC deputy governorship candidate. The exchange occurred amid a discussion about flooding and waste management in Lagos. The disclosure has sparked questions and reactions.
A land dispute involving Guru Maharaj Ji and a church resulted in a clash. Five security men were arrested in connection with the incident. The clash occurred over a land dispute. Authorities have taken the security personnel into custody.
The Benue State Emergency Management Agency (Benue-SEMA) has confirmed that four mourners died in a boat mishap on River Katsina-Ala on Saturday. According to the agency, 125 people were rescued, while nine others remain missing. The incident occurred as the mourners were traveling on the river. Search and rescue operations ...
A Nigerian military aircraft crashed fatally on Monday. The aircraft was configured primarily for maritime patrol and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions. Details about the crash are still emerging.
Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has explained his refusal to pay ransom to bandits who abducted his brothers. He stated that he will not give money to criminals, emphasizing his stance against supporting banditry. The governor's decision underscores his commitment to not empowering criminal groups. The abduction and his response ...
The Lagos State Government has assured teachers across the state of an increased commitment to their welfare. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu gave the assurance while commending teachers for their contributions. The message was issued in commemoration of World Teachers' Day.
The Precision, Electrical and Related Equipment Senior Staff Association (PERESSA) has warned that insecurity, economic hardship, poor remuneration, and declining professional dignity are pushing Nigerian teachers to the brink. In a statement marking World Teachers' Day, PERESSA's National President, Rufus Olusesan, said the celebration should go beyond speeches to address ...
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has distributed motorcycles to school officers and 72,000 notebooks to learners across the state's 33 local government areas. The distribution is aimed at boosting education in the state. The items were shared across all 33 LGAs. The initiative forms part of efforts to support schooling ...
Heavily armed bandits attacked the Nasarawa area of Damba community on the outskirts of Gusau, Zamfara State, in the early hours of the morning. They positioned themselves at strategic locations, apparently to prevent rescue intervention. A female victim reported that the bandits jumped over a fence into her house around ...
President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sadness over the crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 jet. The crash occurred on Monday morning near a naval base in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State. The President has ordered a thorough investigation into the mishap. The incident involved NAF personnel.
The Federal Government and Lagos State Government have agreed to establish joint committees to coordinate interventions aimed at improving electricity supply and working towards 24-hour power availability in Lagos. The decision was reached at the Ministerial Implementation Retreat on the Clean Lagos Electricity Market (CLEM) held at the Banquet Hall ...
Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured families of the 37 suspected miners who died in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Niger State that the federal government will get to the root of the tragedy. The 37 persons died on September 17 after being detained ...
Nigeria's Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, met with INTERPOL's chief in France to deepen cooperation in the fight against transnational crime. The meeting was part of efforts to strengthen international collaboration on cross-border criminal activity. Further details of the discussions were not immediately disclosed.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sadness over the crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 jet near a naval base in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State. He directed the Nigerian Air Force to immediately commence a thorough investigation into the cause of the crash. The aircraft was on ...
Niger Governor Umar Bago has presented cheques of N5 million each to the families of illegal miners who died in a mining tragedy. The governor made the presentation to the bereaved families. The report was published by Tribune Online.
President Bola Tinubu is expected to depart Lagos for Abuja on Monday evening after a six-day visit to the former seat of government. He arrived in Lagos on Tuesday, September 29, after spending his annual vacation in London and Paris. While in Lagos, the President addressed the nation on October ...
Karoline Leavitt, 28, served as the youngest-ever White House press secretary. She previously worked for Kayleigh McEnany and Rep. Elise Stefanik before joining Donald Trump's 2024 campaign as national press secretary. She is married to 60-year-old real-estate developer Nicholas Riccio, and they have two children. Leavitt announced her departure from ...
Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has inspected the scene of a tanker crash at Odukpani and a landslide along Anansa Street in Calabar. The governor said the magnitude of the landslide required coordinated intervention beyond the capacity of the state government, and he sought wider Federal Government intervention. At ...
President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sadness over the crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 jet near a naval base in Igbokoda, Ondo State, on Monday morning. The aircraft was on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos when the accident occurred. President Tinubu extended condolences to the families ...
All 32 passengers and crew members on board a Nigerian aircraft are believed dead following a crash. President Bola Tinubu has mourned the victims, extending his deepest condolences to the families of the 25 passengers and seven crew members involved. Further details about the incident were not immediately provided.
President Bola Tinubu returned to Abuja after spending six days in Lagos. During his stay, he addressed the nation on October 1st to mark Nigeria's 66th Independence Day anniversary. The visit was part of his official duties.
The High Court of Anambra State, Awka Judicial Division, presided over by Justice Okechukwu Nwabunike, has sentenced one Silas Uwa to life imprisonment for killing his uncle over a family land dispute in Ebenebe, Awka North LGA. Justice Nwabunike convicted Uwa on Monday after finding him guilty of manslaughter.
Security forces killed Abdulssamad Ohide, a commander of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), during an operation on Sunday. The operation took place in a forest in Owo, located in the northern part of Ondo State. The killing is part of ongoing efforts to combat insurgency in the region.
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau has received reports of an accident involving a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State. The bureau offered to support the Air Force's investigation into the crash. The report was published by Tribune Online.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for increased and sustained investment in teachers and school infrastructure. In a World Teachers' Day message issued by Executive Secretary Chief Tony Ojukwu, the commission warned that Nigeria cannot guarantee quality education without strengthening the people and institutions responsible for delivering it ...
Vice President Kashim Shettima has announced N250 million in Federal Government support for the families of the 37 illegal miners who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Minna, Niger State. Shettima cautioned Nigerians against blaming Governor Mohammed Bago for the deaths or ...
The International Criminal Court has unsealed arrest warrants for two Taliban education ministers accused of crimes against humanity for banning women from education. The warrants were issued over the ministers' roles in the ban on women's education in Afghanistan. The ICC's action marks a significant step in seeking accountability for ...
The Oyo State Government has denied abandoning the 80-bed Mother and Child Specialist Hospital in Ogbomoso, stating it is a Federal Government project. The state government clarified that the hospital is not under its jurisdiction. The denial follows claims that the project had been abandoned.
The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has expressed deep dismay over the abduction of 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members travelling from Ibadan to their places of primary assignment. The group urged the Federal Government to urgently implement promised reforms to make the scheme safer for young Nigerians. Afenifere ...
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called on the Federal and state governments to invest in teachers and schools. The call was made as Nigeria joins the world to mark World Teachers' Day on 5 October 2026. The commission said the investment is needed to ensure quality education.
The Federal Government and the Lagos State Government have intensified collaboration to improve electricity supply in Lagos State. The move is aimed at tackling electricity supply challenges in the state. Both levels of government are working together on the initiative.
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to release funds for the implementation of the recently signed 2026 Agreement and pay outstanding arrears. The decision was taken at SSANU's 56th National Executive Council meeting held at the University of Uyo ...