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The first ministers of Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland have signed a memorandum of understanding demanding the break-up of the United Kingdom. All three leaders are nationalists and pro-independence, marking the first time since devolution that all three nations have nationalist first ministers simultaneously. The MOU signals a coordinated push ...
The United Kingdom has confirmed an outbreak of Koi herpesvirus disease at a facility in Milton Keynes. In response, authorities have imposed controls to restrict the movement of aquatic animals. The measures aim to contain the spread of the virus.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has warned that the era of white-elephant projects and waste of public funds must end, threatening sanctions against officials found culpable of corruption in the management of newly established Regional Development Commissions. Represented by Secretary to the Government of the Federation Senator George Akume at the ...
The Federal Government has introduced a new set of incentives under its Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Initiative (MAMII). The initiative aims to provide free, timely, and comprehensive maternal and newborn healthcare services to 2.9 million pregnant women. The services will be available in 172 local government areas across Nigeria ...
The Federal Government has announced that approximately 60,000 women have accessed emergency healthcare services over the past three years. These services were provided through interventions aimed at removing financial barriers to maternal care. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, disclosed this at a high-level dialogue ...
Schools in Lagos State reopened for the 2026/2027 academic session on Monday, recording a high turnout of students and teachers. The State Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr Jamiu Alli-Balogun, along with the Ministry's Permanent Secretary, led a monitoring exercise across the state. The exercise was aimed at assessing ...
First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has called for stronger collaboration among governments at all levels, traditional and religious institutions, development partners, and philanthropists to address Nigeria's maternal and newborn mortality burden. The Federal Government has rolled out 215,000 MAMA kits, 40,000 maternal food-support packs, and 40,000 sets of newborn clothing ...
The Federal Government has launched an e-training portal for staff of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). The portal is part of efforts to improve efficiency, professionalism, and access to knowledge within the scheme. Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, inaugurated the portal on Monday during the 2026 Batch ...
Joint security forces in Anambra State have thwarted the abduction of a 16-year-old boy, Favour Ayogu, who was allegedly abducted in Igboeze South Local Government Area of Enugu State. The boy was rescued in Onitsha at a security checkpoint. The Anambra State Police Command has intensified surveillance for the suspected ...
Parents and staff of King's College, Lagos, staged a peaceful protest on Monday against the Federal Government's plan to hand over the college to its alumni association. The protesters carried placards with inscriptions such as 'We say no to King's College concession' and 'It's government's responsibility to fund education properly.' ...
The Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) has warned its new officers to reject bribes and uphold integrity in their duties. The warning came after a four-week training program held at the EFCC Academy. The CCB emphasized the importance of ethical conduct and accountability in public service. The training aimed to ...
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) in Sokoto State has condemned the attack on Islamic cleric Sheikh Musa Lukuwa and the subsequent mob killing of the suspected attacker. In a statement signed by Dr. Muhammad Mansur Aliyu, MURIC emphasized that no provocation justifies violence or extrajudicial killing. The organization also expressed ...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, NNPC Limited Group CEO Bashir Ojulari, and six state governors have been named among recipients of the 2025 Aljazirah Personality of the Year Awards. The awards, organised by AljazirahNigeria/London Newspapers, recognise individuals for leadership, public service, entrepreneurship, and contributions to national ...
Police have reported that a 16-year-old boy was abducted by gunmen in Igboeze South Local Government Area of Enugu State. The victim was later abandoned near a security checkpoint in Onitsha, Anambra State. The circumstances surrounding the abduction and release are unclear. The police are investigating the incident.
China has announced a ban on the possession and storage of drones in Beijing, citing the need to strengthen security in the capital. The new regulations, announced on Sunday, will take effect on November 15 and prohibit residents from possessing or storing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) within the city. The ...
Stakeholders have called for stronger investment to reduce maternal and newborn deaths in Nigeria. The WHO Representative in Nigeria, Pavel Ursu, said incentives could encourage families to seek essential maternal and newborn services, but stressed that increased attendance must be matched by quality care. The stakeholders emphasized the need for ...
The Kebbi State Police Command, in a joint operation with the military, killed scores of bandits at Gumki Forest in Kangiwa, Arewa Local Government Area. According to police spokesperson SP Bashir Usman, the bandits were engaged during a clearance operation in the forest, known as a route for bandits and ...
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Osun State has arrested a 60-year-old man, his son, and his nephew for allegedly stealing electricity cables. The cables were kept for safekeeping in Iwo. The arrest was made by the NSCDC in Osun State.
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has dismissed a request by Major Hamza Al-Mustapha for an extension of time to appeal a judgment over a property in Asokoro. The court rejected Al-Mustapha's bid to appeal the case. The decision was made by the Court of Appeal in Abuja.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Zamfara has arrested nine suspects for vandalising and stealing roofing zinc from Tsageru Primary School. The school is located in Tsafe Local Government Area. The arrests were made by the NSCDC in Zamfara.
The Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, has dismissed an appeal filed by former military officer Major Hamza Al-Mustapha in a long-running dispute over a property in the Asokoro District of the Federal Capital Territory. Al-Mustapha had requested an extension of time to appeal a High Court decision. The court awarded ...
Thousands of people marched through Culiacán, Mexico, demanding an end to the violence that has devastated the city and surrounding Sinaloa state. The march was held in a region known as a cartel hotspot. The protest highlighted the impact of ongoing violence on the community.
Former governor of old Anambra State, Jim Nwobodo, has filed a N20 billion libel suit against Lagos businessman Basil Ogbuanu. The suit was filed before an Enugu High Court and is accompanied by a 20-paragraph affidavit, a 20-paragraph statement of claim, and other documents. Nwobodo recounted that the matter began ...
Police in Anambra State rescued a 16-year-old boy after his abductors abandoned him and fled upon approaching a security checkpoint in Onitsha. The incident occurred when the kidnappers encountered the checkpoint and left the victim behind. The boy was subsequently rescued by the police. No further details were provided.
US visa issuance to Nigerians has fallen to a four-year low amid tighter immigration rules. An analysis shows that US immigration policies have pushed visa applications from Nigeria to their lowest level in four years. The decline reflects the impact of stricter US immigration measures.
India has approved the export of up to 600 megawatts of electricity to Nepal to help it overcome shortages caused by catastrophic floods in August. The approval was granted to support Nepal's recovery efforts. The floods had severely impacted Nepal's power supply. India's decision aims to alleviate the crisis.
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) arrested a 20-year-old man, Saidu Adamu, in Kano State. The arrest followed the seizure of 785,000 capsules of pregabalin, a controlled substance. The NDLEA has continued its crackdown on illegal drug distribution across Nigeria. The suspect is expected to face charges ...
A Malaysian court has acquitted a teenage boy accused of murdering a female schoolmate. The judge ruled that the boy was mentally unsound at the time of the attack. The acquittal was made on grounds of insanity. The case has drawn attention to mental health issues in the justice system.
Parents have shut down 155 unity colleges across Nigeria in protest over the Kings College concession. The dispute has disrupted the planned resumption of these schools nationwide. Parents are awaiting further action from the Federal Government before allowing their children to return.
A Russian drone struck a train near the Ukraine-Poland border. The incident occurred shortly after former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and senior European security officials passed through the same station. The attack highlights ongoing tensions in the region. No casualties were reported in the immediate aftermath.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Zamfara State has arrested a 58-year-old man and nine others. The suspects were apprehended for alleged drug sales and theft of government infrastructure. The 58-year-old had reportedly been dealing in illegal cannabis for 20 years. They were paraded at the NSCDC ...
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a man suspected of producing a herbal liquid believed to be linked to the deaths of several residents in Araromi-Obu and Odigbo communities in Odigbo Local Government Area. The suspect, identified as Oloruntoba Babatunde, also known as "Meko," was arrested after reports that ...
The Nasarawa State Emergency Management Agency (NASEMA) has distributed relief materials to victims of banditry, clashes, and floods in three local government areas of the state. The distribution aims to provide succour to those affected by these disasters. The agency's efforts are part of the state's response to the humanitarian ...
The Nigerian Army has called on the Vigilante Group of Nigeria to share timely and credible intelligence to help tackle insecurity and threats ahead of the 2027 general elections. The appeal was made during a meeting or event, underscoring the importance of collaboration between the military and vigilante groups. The ...
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Zamfara State has arrested nine suspects in connection with the vandalism and theft of roofing sheets from Tsageru Primary School in Tsafe Local Government Area. The suspects were paraded at the command's headquarters on Monday by the Head of Public Relations ...
University College Hospital (UCH) Ibadan has been ranked as Nigeria's top health institution in the 2026 SCImago Institutions Rankings. The ranking recognizes UCH's performance in research and healthcare. This achievement highlights the hospital's contributions to the health sector. The SCImago rankings evaluate institutions based on various indicators.
Police commands and formations were instructed to increase surveillance, patrols, stop-and-search operations, access control and rapid-response capabilities around vulnerable locations. The directive follows intelligence about planned attacks on worship centres, schools, and NYSC camps. The police have raised an alarm over the potential threats. Measures are being taken to prevent ...
Gunmen have abducted six Muslim clerics in Talata Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara State during a prayer gathering held in support of President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid for 2027. The incident occurred on Saturday, according to a BBC Hausa report monitored on Monday. The event was reportedly organised by ...
The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has dismissed a report that it wasted N7.58 billion on Instrument Landing Systems (ILS) for Lagos and Abuja airports. NAMA stated that the approved contract for the supply and installation of CAT III-capable ILS and Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) for the two airports was ...
Chiefs, women, and youths of Kerebiri-Mein Kingdom in Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta State staged a peaceful protest on Monday over the delay in presenting the staff of office to their monarch, HRM (Barr.) Godspower Tam Oporomo, Tara-eza I. The protesters, from the 10 communities that make up the ...
The Anambra State Police Command has condemned the alleged brutal abuse of a seven-year-old girl. The incident has sparked outrage. Police have launched an investigation into the matter. The command reiterated its commitment to protecting vulnerable individuals.
The Kaduna State Government has announced the recovery of over 500,000 hectares of farmland from bandits. This recovery has enabled farmers to return to agricultural activities in the affected areas. The Commissioner provided the update, highlighting the government's efforts to restore normalcy and boost food production. The reclaimed land is ...
Vice-President Kashim Shettima praised the late Brigadier Musa Usman for laying critical foundations for the development of the North-East, particularly through the transformation of Maiduguri into a modern regional capital. Shettima made the remarks in Abuja at the public presentation of a book titled 'Service and Impact: Brigadier Musa Usman ...
The Zamfara Ministry of Health has reported 44 deaths from a diphtheria outbreak in the state. According to Dr Yusuf Haske, the State Director of Public Health, there have been 367 clinically suspected cases, with over 320 patients treated and discharged. Laboratory tests conducted at the National Reference Laboratory in ...
Troops of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have killed several Lakurawa terrorists and recovered weapons, ammunition, and motorcycles during clearance operations in Arewa Dandi Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The operation was part of ongoing efforts to clear terrorist enclaves and restore security. According to Acting Director, Army Public ...
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and the President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Pharm. Ayuba Tanko Ibrahim, are set to lead the 2026 World Pharmacists Day celebration. The event will highlight the role of pharmacists in healthcare. More information about the celebration's activities was not included in the ...
The Nigerian Police Force High Command has placed its formations nationwide on red alert over alleged planned terror attacks on places of worship, schools, and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camps. Intelligence revealed the movement of armed elements from Katsina State. The police have urged the public to remain ...
The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN), University College Hospital chapter, has called on the Federal Government to strengthen manpower and infrastructure in teaching hospitals. The association said this is necessary to address growing pressure on the healthcare system. The call was made in response to the increasing ...
Police in Kebbi State, in a joint operation with the military, have neutralised suspected terrorists and recovered arms in Gumki Forest, Arewa Local Government Area. The operation was part of efforts to combat terrorism in the region. No further details were provided.
The Kaduna State Government announced that over 500,000 hectares of farmland have been recovered from bandits, allowing farmers to return to their fields. Commissioner for Information and Culture Ahmed Maiyaki attributed the development to community-based security strategies and early warning mechanisms implemented over the past three years. He noted that ...
Pete Vowles, the British High Commissioner-designate to Nigeria, has arrived in Abuja to assume his diplomatic post. He succeeds Richard Montgomery in the role. Further details about his arrival and agenda were not immediately provided.
The Universal Basic Education (UBEC) in Zamfara State has launched a campaign for 2026 aimed at increasing the enrollment of out-of-school children. The campaign targets 453,602 out-of-school children, with 95.3% of them living in rural areas. The official kickoff event was held on Monday at the JNI Model Primary School ...
Nasiru Garba, the only survivor of a commercial bus attack around Dungus Junction in Kuru community, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State, has explained how he survived. The incident occurred around 9:30 pm when the bus driver parked to drop off some passengers. Garba, who was the conductor ...
Troops of Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have arrested a suspected illicit drug peddler in Kaduna State and foiled a terrorist attack, rescuing two kidnapped victims in Sokoto State. The operations were conducted separately on September 12 and 13, 2026, according to a statement ...
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai rescued 20-year-old Adam Yabana, who had been held by terrorists for over three months in Borno State. He was intercepted on September 9 by troops from the 156 Task Force Battalion, along with the AHQ Intelligence Fusion Battalion and the Civilian Joint Task Force, in ...
Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria's First Lady, launched the distribution of incentives to pregnant women in vulnerable and underserved communities on Monday. The initiative, under the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Initiative (MAMII), aims to remove social, economic, cultural and logistical barriers that prevent women from accessing care during pregnancy and ...
Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has revealed that the Boko Haram insurgency destroyed more than 5,000 school structures in the state. He made this disclosure during a recent event. The destruction of these schools has had a significant impact on education in the region.
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said Nigeria has no justification to be poor, blaming the country's persistent poverty partly on policies that encourage imports at the expense of local production. He said Nigeria has the land, water, rainfall and human resources needed to produce enough to meet its needs and ...
The Nigeria Union of Pensioners has commended President Bola Tinubu for initiating the payment of N18 billion in outstanding severance benefits to 2,700 former employees of the defunct Nigeria Airways. The union described the intervention as a long-awaited relief for beneficiaries who had waited more than two decades for their ...
The Nigeria Police Force has announced plans to unveil a proposed N10 million welfare bond for the families of deceased officers. The Force made this known at the 30th anniversary celebration of Course 19/1996 of the Nigeria Police Academy. Chairman of the Organising Committee, DCP John Paul Echeta, said 51 ...
A major forest restoration initiative has begun at Okomu National Park. The project is being carried out by the Africa Nature Investors Foundation and the National Park Service. The report did not provide further details on the scope or duration of the restoration work.
Moyale Hospital, located along the Ethiopia–Kenya border, serves a catchment population of over three million people and acts as a Point of Entry health facility. The hospital had faced challenges including water supply interruptions, inadequate sanitation and handwashing facilities, and weaknesses in healthcare-waste management, which hindered infection prevention and control ...
Pete Vowles has arrived in Abuja to assume duty as the new British High Commissioner to Nigeria. He will serve as the head of the diplomatic mission. His arrival marks the beginning of his tenure in the role.
At least 10 people were killed in separate attacks across Plateau State last week, according to reports. Security forces also arrested at least 22 suspects in connection with the incidents during the same period. The General Officer Commanding visited the affected communities in the state. Further details on the attacks ...
The Plateau State Government has condemned fresh attacks by gunmen in Mangu and Jos South Local Government Areas. The government urged residents to avoid reprisal attacks. The condemnation follows recent violence in the state.
Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested a herbalist, Chukwuka Nzete, and another suspect, Joel Iwomi, 36, over alleged illegal possession of firearms. The police recovered two pump-action guns, 18 live cartridges, and other dangerous items from the suspects. The arrests were made in Isupe Community, Ndokwa West ...
Iran has postponed a planned meeting with other Gulf powers to discuss shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Its Persian Gulf Strait Authority has sanctioned 77 vessels for allegedly violating its protocols amid rising tensions in the region. The postponement and sanctions come amid increasing regional tensions.
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has enrolled 2,296 Nigerians in the first week of its special passport intervention exercise in London and Manchester, United Kingdom. The exercise aims to facilitate passport processing for Nigerians in the diaspora. Further details are available on the Punch website.
The Right Honourable Prime Minister Ntsokoane Matekane visited Mokhotlong district to survey progress on the rehabilitation of an eight-kilometer road from Ha Kotsia to Mokhotlong Hospital. He was taken on a road tour by Green Energy and Logistics Consulting, the company supervising UNIK Construction, which was awarded the contract by ...
At least nine passengers were killed when gunmen opened fire on a commercial bus at Dungus Junction in Kuru community, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. The passengers were traveling to Jos when the attackers struck at about 9:40 p.m., shortly after the driver stopped to drop some ...
An expert has stated that new tuberculosis vaccines expected from 2029 could save over seven million lives by 2050. The Gavi vaccine alliance noted that this potential impact depends on ensuring supply. The vaccines represent a significant advancement in the fight against TB.
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) enrolled 2,296 applicants in the first six days of its Special Passport Intervention Exercise in the United Kingdom. The Manchester Centre recorded 1,709 enrolments, while the London Centre had 587. Daily enrolment figures ranged from 245 to 429 between September 7 and 12, 2026. Passport ...
The Federal Government has condemned the killings of two Nigerians in South Africa and demanded a thorough investigation. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs identified the victims as Bishop Taiwo Fakunle and Mr James Uchechukwu Nwankwo, who were killed in separate incidents in Johannesburg and Cape Town. The government expressed concern ...
A police inspector was murdered at the residence of Imo State Commissioner Anunobi. Unknown assailants killed the inspector and stole his service rifle and other personal belongings. The police command has launched an investigation into the incident.
The Ogun State Police Command facilitated a peaceful resolution of a dispute, securing a N300,000 hospital debt waiver for a woman who lost her baby after a C-section. The intervention demonstrates the police's efforts in mediating disputes brought before them. The waiver provides relief to the woman amid her loss.
A Chief Magistrate Court in Ado-Ekiti has ordered the remand of a husband and wife, Lamidi Salau, 67, and Lamidi Aina Abigail, 65, over their alleged involvement in the killing of a 25-year-old housewife, Kehinde Omize. The two defendants were remanded at the Correctional Facility in Ado-Ekiti on allegations of ...
Troops have rescued eight persons and arrested six members of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in offensives in Borno and Adamawa states. An operational report made available on Monday indicated that the operations also led to the arrest of suspected terrorist logistics suppliers and collaborators. Additionally, the operations ...