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The National Assembly has suspended all official visits to South Africa due to concerns over xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other African nationals. The decision was made by the leadership of the National Assembly. This move reflects ongoing bilateral tensions between Nigeria and South Africa.
A US House committee has called for fresh security reforms 25 years after the 9/11 attacks. The committee issued over 20 recommendations focusing on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and border security. The proposals aim to address evolving threats and prevent future attacks.
Kaduna-based Islamic cleric Ahmad Gumi has filed a defamation suit before the Kaduna State Upper Sharia Court. The suit is against businessman Nasiru Idris over allegations broadcast across multiple media organisations. The allegations concerned the abduction of a Moroccan wife.
In a review of Nigerian newspapers, Vanguard reported that the Presidency and the All Progressives Congress challenged Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, over his claim that he won the 2023 presidential poll. Obi stated he would only concede in 2027 if the exercise was credible ...
The National Assembly has suspended all official visits to South Africa due to continuing reports of xenophobic attacks against Nigerians and other African nationals. The decision was made amid concerns over the safety of Nigerians in South Africa. This suspension is part of diplomatic measures to address the situation.
Peter Obi has condemned the killing of Kano-based social media commentator Ibrahim Khalil Dan Shagamu. He called for a thorough investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice. The incident has drawn attention to the safety of journalists and commentators in Nigeria.
Governor Makinde inspected the new terminal at Ibadan Airport. He stated that the upgrade of the airport will connect Oyo State to global markets. The inspection is part of efforts to make the facility an international gateway.
Abiodun Mohammed Karim, a chief lecturer at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), has called for the use of statistics as a central instrument for evidence-based governance in Nigeria. He made this call during his exaugural lecture titled 'Statistics Beyond Numbers: Linking Faith, Life and Governance in Nigeria'. Karim emphasized that ...
The Presidency has reaffirmed the Federal Government's commitment to supporting students from the North-East in achieving their educational and career aspirations. Comrade Sunday Asefon, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Students Engagement, made this statement at the Renewed Hope Student Leaders Engagement and Digital Acceleration Programme. The initiative aims ...
A devastating fire in eastern DR Congo has left families facing tragedy after children were caught in a desperate rush to escape the flames. The incident resulted in a horrific stampede, with children trapped. The full extent of the casualties and damage is not yet clear.
A man who claimed to have spiritual powers has been jailed over a $2,200 scam and blackmail plot. A woman seeking help allegedly became trapped in the scheme. The case highlights the dangers of fraudulent spiritual services.
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has threatened to resume its suspended nationwide strike over unpaid salaries and the poor implementation of the 2025 FGN-ASUU Agreement. The union cited the government's failure to meet its demands. ASUU had previously suspended the strike but may resume if issues are not ...
A routine drug enforcement operation in a Bauchi State community turned chaotic when a group of youths fiercely resisted an arrest. A fatal clash broke out as the mob targeted drug enforcement officers. The incident underscores the risks faced by law enforcement personnel in the line of duty.
A new US report has revealed that Africa has become the world's most active terrorism theatre, with over two-thirds of ISIS's global activity occurring on the continent. The report was presented by a US panel. The findings highlight the significant presence and operations of terrorist groups in Africa.
Ogun State Police have arrested three women from a suspected child-stealing gang in Ibafo. The police rescued three children aged 12, 14, and 16 from the gang's custody. The operation led to the dismantling of the gang and the safe recovery of the children.
The National Assembly has resolved to suspend all official visits to South Africa and boycott South African-hosted or organised legislative activities until further notice. This decision follows growing concerns over recurring reports of xenophobic attacks. The move marks a diplomatic showdown between Nigeria and South Africa.
The Federal Government has initiated the process to decriminalise attempted suicide. The Federal Executive Council approved the position of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare on the matter. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Salako, announced this in Abuja during the 2026 World ...
A farmer has been arrested in Ogun State over an alleged assault on a 12-year-old girl. The incident came to light when the girl walked home in tears, prompting her mother to investigate. The mother subsequently uncovered disturbing details about what happened on a nearby farm. The arrest followed the ...
South Africa has extradited six Nigerian nationals to the United States to face charges of wire fraud and money laundering. The charges are related to alleged online romance scams. The extradition follows a request from US authorities.
Panic broke out at a hospital in Niger State after security personnel discovered a suspected explosive device on the premises. The discovery caused fear among patients and staff. Security operatives have taken control of the situation. An investigation is ongoing.
A Nigerian man wanted by UK authorities was arrested at an Irish airport. The arrest is in connection with a fraud case valued at $23 million. The man is alleged to have been involved in the massive fraud scheme. Further details about the case or the suspect's identity have not ...
Dr. Joseph Ochogwu, Director General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution, has called for increased investment in peacebuilding to prevent conflicts in Nigeria. He emphasized the need for more spending on peace initiatives. The call comes amid ongoing security challenges in the country.
New York is marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks with a ceremony. President Donald Trump is absent from the New York event and will instead pay respects at the Pentagon. Vice President JD Vance and four former presidents are expected at Ground Zero. The ceremony includes ...
A Nigerian clergyman was shot dead at his home in Johannesburg, South Africa. The attack has left his family and the Nigerian community in South Africa demanding answers. The bishop's killing has sparked calls for justice and increased concerns about safety.
A 53-year-old woman, Nelly Monday, has been sentenced to one month in prison for dumping refuse in a drainage channel in Lagos State. The sentencing was handed down by a court in Lagos. The incident highlights ongoing efforts to enforce environmental sanitation laws in the state.
The Auditor-General for the Federation's 2024 Annual Report on Non-Compliance and Internal Control Weaknesses has queried the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development over N522.49 million paid for guns and ammunition that were allegedly not delivered. The report stated that N270,020,066.80 was paid in two transactions in January and ...
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 36-year-old woman, Anulika Onyeanusia, over alleged child exploitation and the production of explicit online content involving a minor in Onitsha. During the operation, four children aged two, three, six, and nine years were rescued, and items relevant to the investigation were recovered ...
South Africa will extradite six Nigerian nationals to the United States on Friday. They are accused of defrauding over 100 women in the US of more than $6 million through online romance scams. The men are alleged members of the Black Axe criminal network and face charges including wire fraud ...
The Kano State Forum of Information Officers has commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for sponsoring 52 information officers to attend the 2026 National Professional Capacity Building Workshop organized by the Association of Local Government Information Officers of Nigeria (ALGION) in Abuja. The chairman of the forum, Comrade Sharif Kofar Nasarawa ...
The Ondo State government has received indigenes who returned from South Africa following xenophobic attacks. Governor Aiyedatiwa stated that his administration is committed to ensuring the returnees do not become economically stranded after their return. The government's support aims to help them reintegrate and avoid economic hardship.
Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, has endorsed Saudi Arabia's planned reform of Nigeria's hajj system, which includes a phased 30 percent migration of the country's pilgrims' quota to the Business-to-Business (B2B) tour operator model for the 2027 pilgrimage. Mahmoud spoke during a policy ...
Lindsay Clancy's legal case has taken a new turn after her first trial ended in a mistrial. The trial concerned the deaths of her children and focused on her mental state. The mistrial means the legal battle over her mental state will continue.
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has threatened to resume its suspended nationwide strike. The union accused the Federal Government of failing to meet the terms of the 2025 agreement. ASUU's threat raises the possibility of renewed industrial action in the university system.
Communities in Akwa Ibom State are demanding action on decades-old abandoned oil wells. Residents fear pollution, health risks, and illegal crude activities. They are calling for urgent assessment, cleanup, and government intervention.
The Nigerian Citizens Association South Africa (NICASA) has alleged the killing of a 58-year-old Nigerian cleric, Bishop Taiwo Michael Fakunle, in Johannesburg, South Africa. Fakunle, an indigene of Iye, Ilejemeje Local Government Area of Ekiti State, was allegedly killed on Friday, September 4, 2026, at his residence in Kensington, Johannesburg ...
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has threatened to shut down public universities again, warning that it may activate its suspended strike without any further notice unless the Federal Government and state governments urgently resolve outstanding issues affecting lecturers' welfare and the implementation of the 2025 agreement. The union's ...
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has condemned recent bandit attacks in four Local Government Areas: Chiromawa in Garun Mallam, Beli in Rogo, Bebeji, and communities around Gwarzo. In a statement issued by his spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor expressed sympathy for the victims and their families ...
The Lagos State government has intensified efforts to address flooding, regulate sand dredging, and improve management of its waterfronts and waterways. The Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Dayo Bush-Alebiosu, said in an interactive session with newsmen in Lagos that the administration's approach is to move beyond reacting to flooding after ...
The foreign ministers of South Korea and Iran discussed security in the Strait of Hormuz by phone. The discussion came days after Seoul confirmed it was weighing a contribution to maritime security in the region. Further details on the outcome of the talks were not immediately available.
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has insisted on the September 26 deadline for the completion of payment and registration of intending pilgrims for the 2027 Hajj exercise. In a reminder, the commission urged those yet to complete their payment to do so before the deadline. The deadline applies ...
A morning recap of Nigeria's top stories has been published, highlighting key developments across the country. The recap includes reports on China's dominance of Nigeria's imports and Peter Obi's rejection of calls to step down for Atiku. The summary also features other top stories from various sectors.
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has said it could revive its suspended industrial action "without any further notice" if the authorities fail to address the incomplete implementation of the December 2025 agreement. The union also demanded the payment of the remaining 3.5 months of withheld salaries and the ...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is constructing a highway between Calabar and Lagos, a project described as political, historical, and economical. The historical aspect acknowledges the peaceful city of Calabar and its significance. Calabar, known for its serenity and historic buildings, was left out of Nigeria's early rail system, which first ...
Operations at the Idu Train Station in Abuja have been restored after a fire outbreak damaged some electrical installations at the facility. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) confirmed the incident, stating that there was no loss of life and that train services along the Abuja-Kaduna route remained unaffected. The fire ...
Ogun State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Professor Abayomi Arigbagbu, has explained the reasons behind the government's enrolment drive initiative. The initiative aims to increase school enrolment in the state. The commissioner provided details on the motivation for the drive.
The UN and its partners continue to support national authorities in scaling up the response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to OCHA. In Tshopo Province, the first Ebola treatment centre in the provincial capital Kisangani was opened, a 50-bed facility expanding treatment capacity ...
The Federal Capital Territory chapter of Al Akhawaatul Muslimaat Organisation has condemned the abduction of children in Kuje Area Council by two suspects who used hijab to disguise their identity. The suspects, ex-convicts Rose Daniel and Blessing John, were re-arrested for alleged child abduction and trafficking following the rescue of ...
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has spread to 61 health zones. The affected provinces are Bas-Uélé, Haut-Uélé, Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu and Tshopo. The outbreak continues to pose a significant public health challenge in the region.
A Russian strike on a Ukrainian shopping centre killed five people and injured 67 others. Algeria has cut ties with the UAE, and Kenya is set to receive $400 million in World Bank aid. The article provides a brief overview of these and other international stories.
The Academic Staff Union of Universities has threatened to resume its suspended nationwide strike. The union cited unpaid salaries and the government's failure to implement agreements as reasons for the planned action. ASUU had previously suspended the strike, but says it may return to the picket line if the issues ...
Nigeria has begun local production of next-generation dual-active ingredient insecticide-treated mosquito nets. The initiative aims to strengthen malaria prevention efforts in the country. The nets are designed to be more effective against mosquitoes. This development is expected to support public health campaigns.
Motorists plying the federal highway in Zuba, Abuja, have received relief following the evacuation of a refuse heap that had occupied part of the road and contributed to traffic gridlock. A contractor engaged by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) carried out the evacuation. Abolarin Olorunleke, a staff member of ...
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) chairman of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), Dr Rufus Egbagba, has condemned the growing practice of residents and social media influencers filming police officers during private moments, particularly while eating at restaurants. He spoke at the PCRC office in Abuja on Thursday in reaction ...
An Abuja Magistrate's Court has sentenced 22-year-old Daniel Onusiriuko to one year in prison for fraudulently accessing a Moniepoint account and transferring about N30 million belonging to a victim. Onusiriuko, of Grow Home Estate, Chikakore, Kubwa, Abuja, was convicted after he posed as a Moniepoint agent and deceived the victim ...
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested four suspects over the alleged theft of photographic equipment worth N21 million from studios in the state. Police Public Relations Officer DSP Timfon John disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday in Uyo. One of the suspects, Nicholas Olamide, confessed to ...
A two-storey building undergoing manual demolition partially collapsed in Aboru, Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State. The incident occurred around midnight at No. 42 Governors Road. One adult male was recovered dead, while two others were rescued and taken to a nearby health facility. LASEMA, Lagos State Fire and ...
Ukrainian drones travelled nearly 2,000 miles to strike two Russian gas facilities in the Arctic region, according to Ukraine's Special Operations Forces. The targets were a major plant in Novy Urengoy and another facility about 60 miles south in the Purovsky district, both located in the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug. The ...
The Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, Bode Ojajuni, has ordered a manhunt for one Kola following an allegation of sexual molestation involving a 17-year-old boy. According to a statement by Police spokesman DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, the alleged molestation was formally reported at the Adigbe Police division on Tuesday. The ...
The death toll from the suspected consumption of a locally made alcoholic drink in Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State has risen to 30, with about 50 others receiving treatment in hospitals across the area. The Chairman of Odigbo Local Government Area, Mr Taiwo Adegoroye, confirmed the latest casualty ...
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed that one person died and two others were rescued after a two-storey building partially collapsed in Aboru, Lagos. The incident occurred at about midnight at No. 42, Governors Road, Aboru, in the Alimosho area, during manual demolition of the building. LASEMA's Alpha ...
The United States is marking 25 years since the September 11 attacks, which killed nearly 3,000 people. The events remain a defining moment in American history a quarter of a century later. Families of victims and survivors continue to deal with the personal and health consequences of the attacks.
The Kenya Navy has commenced a Service Members Basic Conversion Course aimed at strengthening the professional capacity of its personnel. The training programme is designed to equip service members with the knowledge, practical skills and professional values needed to operate naval systems and execute assigned missions. Commander Kenya Navy Fleet ...
Commuters and motorists on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway are facing severe traffic congestion due to ongoing repair works on damaged expansion joints of the Kara Bridge. The gridlock intensified on Wednesday and continued on Thursday, stretching more than 20 kilometres into Lagos. Some commuters reportedly spent up to six hours in ...
Police in Anambra State have arrested a 36-year-old woman over alleged sexual abuse of a minor and child pornography. The arrest followed the emergence of a viral video. Four children were rescued during the operation.
A man allegedly killed his wife with a machete in Ado Ekiti during a marital dispute. The Ekiti State Police have ordered a probe to apprehend the suspect. The Commissioner of Police gave the order as investigations into the incident continue.
No fewer than 150 women in leadership positions across Ondo State have participated in a capacity-building and leadership empowerment retreat aimed at strengthening governance, improving service delivery and enhancing women's contributions to public administration. The retreat was organised by the Ondo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development at ...
More than 4,000 Nigerians have voluntarily returned home from India under an amnesty programme introduced by the Indian government to allow undocumented foreigners to regularise their immigration status or leave the country without penalties. Nigeria's High Commissioner to India, Ambassador Saidu Dahiru Muhammad, disclosed this during an interactive session with ...
Over 150 kidney patients in Enugu and thousands across Nigeria are struggling to afford life-saving treatment for end-stage kidney disease. Many require dialysis or transplantation, but the high costs make it a daily battle to raise funds. The article highlights the plight of these patients, including children and adults, who ...
Thousands of people staged protests near the Gambian capital from Wednesday to Thursday over prolonged power cuts, with police tear-gassing demonstrators in several locations. The chaotic scenes marked the second night this week that demonstrators took to the streets of the West African nation, where electricity cuts have plagued residents ...
The federal government has received a new consignment of military equipment from the United States to support efforts against insecurity in Nigeria. The equipment arrived aboard a US Air Force C-17 Globemaster III aircraft under the Foreign Military Sales arrangement between Washington and Abuja. The US Africa Command announced the ...
The Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development spent N522,490,349 on guns and ammunition that were not delivered, according to the Auditor-General for the Federation's 2024 Annual Report on Non-Compliance and Internal Control Weaknesses. The report states that N270,020,066.80 was paid in January and May 2023 to purchase AK Rifles ...
Yobe State has recorded 511 cases of diphtheria and 13 deaths from January to 8 September, according to the Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Muhammad Gana. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Damaturu on Thursday, Gana said the 13 deaths represented a case fatality rate ...
No fewer than 2,000 police personnel serving across Lagos State will receive three months of free transportation on the state's Bus Rapid Transit, rail, and water transport services under a new welfare package. The initiative involves distributing 2,000 Cowry Cards to selected police personnel to ease the financial burden of ...
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Bauchi State called on students and tertiary institutions to adopt a zero-tolerance policy for gender-based violence (GBV). The call was made during a sensitisation programme on the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) (VAPP) Law at Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic. UNFPA stressed that abuse undermines ...
The Agbekoya Farmers Society has vowed to resist any attack on South-West communities by bandits. The association's president-general, High Chief Kamorudeen Okikiola, made the vow at the inauguration of newly elected executive members and installation of new chieftaincy holders in Ibadan. He said the association is prepared to confront any ...
The Association of African Air Forces (AAAF) has taken steps to strengthen continental airpower cooperation and institutional continuity. A high-level planning conference was held from 31st August to 4th September 2026 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, hosted by USAFE-AFAFRICA. Participants included members of the AAAF Permanent Secretariat, AAAF Exercise 2027 ...
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has awarded N3 million in cash prizes to nine winners of its 2026 National Essay Competition on disaster management. The winners were drawn from senior secondary schools, tertiary institutions and the NYSC Emergency Management Vanguards. At the unveiling at NEMA Headquarters in Abuja, Director-General ...
The National Agency for the Great Green Wall (NAGGW) has raised over 500,000 seedlings of various tree species for planting across Jigawa State to combat environmental degradation. Director-General Alhaji Sale Abubakar disclosed this during a field visit to project sites in Jigawa. He said Jigawa is among the northern states ...
The United States has announced a fresh delivery of defence equipment to Nigeria as part of ongoing national and international efforts to counter the activities of terrorists and other violent extremist groups. The latest consignment, delivered over the weekend, is part of the existing Nigeria–United States defence cooperation aimed at ...
Stakeholders in the health sector have advocated improved budgetary provisions and greater youth participation to sustain the country’s HIV/AIDS response beyond 2030. They made the call at a multi-stakeholder dialogue convened by Technology for Inspiration Initiative (Inspire IT) in Abuja, in partnership with Africa REACH, to promote youth participation in ...