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The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) Owerri Zone has raised concerns over the worsening condition of Imo State University, Owerri, and urged the state government to intervene urgently. In a statement signed by zonal coordinator Dennis Aribodor, the union called for the implementation of the 2025 federal government-ASUU agreement ...
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Kaduna State University has suspended its strike. The suspension followed the Kaduna State Government's approval of a new salary deal. The union's decision ends the industrial action at the institution.
The federal government has unveiled six key pillars for the 2026 National Youth Confab, scheduled for October. Minister of Youth Development Ayodele Olawande announced this at a press conference in Abuja, stating the confab is themed 'Next Gen Nigeria: Crafting Solutions, Owning the Future.' The six pillars are Governance, Leadership ...
A three-day Concept Development Conference for the 14th East African Community (EAC) Armed Forces Field Training Exercise, Ushirikiano Imara 2027, was held at the Humanitarian Peace Support School in Kenya. The conference brought together senior military representatives and planners from EAC Partner States, along with representatives from the Police, Civilian ...
Members of the Academic Staff Union of the University of Benin (ASUU-UNIBEN) have suspended their indefinite strike over half-payment of August salaries and non-payment of other allowances. The suspension followed the university management's promise to pay the Earned Academic Allowance (EAA) component for June, July, and August not later than ...
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said that the Nigerian banking sector is now stronger, attributing the development to reforms under the Tinubu administration. He stated that the era when banks could suddenly collapse and depositors lose their money is over. Akpabio also expressed confidence that insecurity in the country will ...
Police have discontinued a criminal case against the CEO of Loft & Keys. A notice indicated that the complainant was withdrawing the case against the defendants. The specific reasons for the withdrawal were not disclosed in the notice.
Personnel of the Directorate of Road Traffic Services (DRTS) and police officers working with the FCT Ministerial Taskforce were attacked in Abuja's Life Camp area. The incident occurred after the team concluded a routine enforcement operation and was returning. Seven personnel, including four police officers and three DRTS officials, were ...
The morning recap covers President Tinubu's potential truce talks with Wike and APC governors, the death of 40 miners in NSCDC custody, and other top stories. The recap provides a summary of key news items for the morning. It includes the possibility of President Tinubu brokering a truce between Wike ...
A 32-year-old businessman, Usman Alhassan Bako, has been arraigned before a Magistrate's Court in Life Camp, Abuja, over alleged criminal breach of trust, cheating, and criminal misappropriation involving N85 million. The police alleged that Bako introduced himself as the son of the owner of a five-bedroom duplex at Brains and ...
Sixty persons have been arrested for allegedly assaulting a police constable on lawful duty at Goldie by Etim Edem Lane, Calabar, Cross River State. The suspects, including roadside traders at Watt Market, allegedly attacked the constable while he attempted to impound a commercial motorcycle whose rider had stepped on his ...
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested six suspected armed robbers allegedly terrorising three local government areas in the state. The suspects were arrested in Ikono, Ini, and Obot Akara local government areas and were responsible for a series of criminal activities, particularly the theft and disposal of motorcycles ...
The Federal Government has ordered an investigation into the deaths of miners in Niger State and suspended the Niger State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). The deceased suspects were among those arrested during enforcement operations against illegal mining on September 15 and 16, 2026. The ...
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has ordered the immediate suspension of the Niger State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Suberu Aniviye. The suspension follows the deaths of suspected illegal miners in the state. The minister also ordered a full investigation into the incident, which reportedly ...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has instructed the Federal Government to create a roadmap for the full implementation of Nigeria's Digital Free Zones initiative within 180 days. The directive aims to accelerate the establishment of digital free zones across the country. The initiative is expected to boost Nigeria's digital economy and ...
Fresh details have emerged on the reported deaths of 33 suspected illegal miners in Niger State, with a survivor alleging that the victims suffocated after being crammed into a poorly ventilated cell. A relative of one of the survivors said the suspects were allegedly packed into a room without adequate ...
A woman was allegedly attacked by more than 20 hoodlums in Festac, Lagos, after a commercial motorcycle rider crashed into her SUV. The attackers reportedly banged on her vehicle and assaulted her with dangerous objects until a passerby alerted the police, who arrived and dispersed the crowd. The incident raises ...
The United States has granted visas to a core Iranian delegation for the United Nations General Assembly. In other news, a deal between LVMH and Hermès has been revealed, and the US has backed a $414 million uranium project in Niger. These stories are part of a brief roundup of ...
A 200-level Political Science student at Father Moses Orshio Adasu University in Makurdi, Benue State, was allegedly attacked by her roommate and cousin with a hot chemical mixture, resulting in severe burns. The victim, Rose Adikwu, received treatment for her injuries. The incident highlights how ordinary disagreements among young people ...
Troops of 18 Brigade, Nigerian Army, rescued 22 kidnapped victims in Muchiya village, Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State. The rescue occurred on 15th September, 2026, when troops launched a fighting patrol based on credible intelligence about terrorists' convergence. The terrorists fled into the surrounding forest upon sighting the ...
A sand-laden truck crushed two sons of Suleiman Yunusa in Kano on Wednesday while they were returning from school. The children, Ahmad and Mohammed, were on a motorcycle that was hit by the truck along the Rimin Auzinawa-Yan Rake road in Ungogo Local Government Area. The motorcycle rider also died ...
At least 37 artisanal miners, including teenagers, have died in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Minna, Niger State. The miners were arrested on September 15 and 16 over allegations of illegal mining. Niger State Governor Umaru Bago confirmed the deaths and suspended the ...
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) tribunal in Paris has dismissed a $2.35 billion claim by Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited over the Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Project. The tribunal also rejected a separate $400 million settlement claim and ordered Sunrise and its promoter, Leno Adesanya, to reimburse Nigeria about ...
The Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service intercepted 573 Nigeria Police Force crests, 92 yards of police camouflage uniform fabric, a pistol, six pistol magazines, a pump-action magazine, and 60 detonating cords during anti-smuggling operations in August 2026. The acting Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller Wale Adewole, disclosed ...
The International Organisation for Migrants, the Nigerian Immigration Service, and other West African stakeholders including ECOWAS have outlined the benefits of the newly launched ECOWAS National Biometric Identity Card. The card, which costs N35,000, is expected to facilitate free and safe movement and trade for ECOWAS citizens, as well as ...
The Nigeria Police Force, through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB), Abuja, has repatriated a Chinese fugitive, Zhang Shijie, to Guangzhou, China. Zhang was arrested in connection with the alleged large-scale smuggling of endangered African rosewood. He was wanted by the Yangpu Sub-Bureau of the Anti-Smuggling Bureau of the Haikou ...
Olumide Akpata, a member of the King's College Old Boys' Association (KCOB) and former President of the Nigerian Bar Association, has clarified that the federal government has not sold King's College, Lagos, to the old boys' association. He said the association is seeking to restore the institution through a planned ...
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has welcomed 112 Enugu indigenes from 77 families who returned from South Africa due to xenophobic attacks. The governor doled out N1 million to each of the 77 families, totaling N77 million, and assured them of the state's solidarity. He urged them not to ...
The Osun State Government has approved the establishment of a Joint Security Taskforce to strengthen security response and alertness to threats to lives and property. The decision followed a recent security alert and was adopted at the State Security Council meeting convened by Governor Ademola Adeleke and presided over by ...
Stakeholders from Nigeria, Guinea-Bissau, and Sierra Leone have called for stronger laws, better institutional coordination, and the integration of informal waste workers into waste management systems. The call followed the conclusion of a UNEP-supported project aimed at developing environmentally sounder and safer waste management frameworks across the three countries. At ...
South African authorities are using fingerprints to verify the nationality of a suspect arrested in connection with the first murder in Kempton Park in July. Lieutenant-General Tebello Mosikili, Deputy National Commissioner for Policing, stated that police and prison fingerprint records are being used to establish the suspect's identity and possible ...
President Bola Tinubu has welcomed a judgment delivered in Paris by an International Arbitration Tribunal under the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in favor of Nigeria, rejecting claims instituted by Sunrise Power and Transmission Company regarding the Mambilla hydroelectric power project. The ruling was announced on September 17, 2026, according ...
The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has refuted a report in THISDAY Newspaper dated September 11, 2026, which alleged 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 ...
Saudi Arabia has rejected Nigeria's request for an increase in its 2027 Hajj allocation, leaving the country with its approved quota of 50,000 pilgrims. This decision means Nigeria will not be able to send additional pilgrims beyond the allocated number. The rejection comes as Nigerian authorities sought to accommodate more ...
A civil society group has called on the FBI and EFCC to expand their investigation into the alleged diversion of donor health funds. The group wants the probe to cover procurement and implementation processes. The call is part of efforts to ensure accountability in the management of health funds.
Babcock University's Vice-Chancellor, Prof Afolarin Ojewole, has pledged to reposition the institution for global relevance through research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. This commitment aims to enhance the university's standing internationally. The VC's plan focuses on advancing these key areas to achieve global recognition.
The Nasarawa State Police Command has presented cheques totalling N30.8 million to the families of deceased police officers who lost their lives in service. The presentation is part of efforts to support the families of fallen officers. The cheques were handed over to the beneficiaries.
AIG Dankombo Morris has met with stakeholders in Nasarawa, Benue, and Plateau states to forge a united front against kidnapping, banditry, and other crimes. The meeting aimed to address security challenges in the region. The police are seeking collaboration with stakeholders to combat these issues.
The Niger State Police Command has confirmed that its anti-bomb unit removed an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) found at a general hospital in New Bussa. Normalcy has returned to the area following the operation. The police are investigating the incident.
The Gombe State Government has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving the establishment of new Nigerian Army formations. The approval is aimed at enhancing security in the state. The government expressed its appreciation in a statement. The new formations are expected to improve security in the region.
The Gombe State Commandant of the NSCDC, Jibrin Idris, has reiterated the command's commitment to public safety and protecting critical infrastructure. He made this known in a statement. The command is dedicated to ensuring the safety of residents. It also aims to safeguard vital national assets.
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has established the Adamawa State Electricity Regulatory Commission. The commission is tasked with addressing persistent power supply challenges in the state. Its creation aims to improve electricity regulation and delivery. The move is part of efforts to resolve the state's power crisis.
The Kwara State Government has shut down an unapproved orphanage in Ilorin. During the operation, 30 children aged between two and 15 were rescued from the facility. The government took the action due to the orphanage's lack of approval. The children are now in the care of the state.
A call has been made for the Federal Government to prioritize food security and welfare support for elderly Nigerians who are struggling with hunger and isolation. The appeal was made to address the challenges faced by vulnerable elderly citizens. It emphasizes the need for government intervention in providing food support ...
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has assured parents that their children are safe in schools across the country. He gave the assurance during the flag-off of the Police Community Relations Committee’s Safe School Initiative in Abuja on Thursday. The committee mobilized 10,000 volunteers and commenced the deployment of CCTV ...
A senator representing Ogun Central, Shuaibu Salisu, has rewarded top-performing students in the Senior School Certificate Examination with cash and laptops. The students were recognized for their academic excellence. The senator presented the awards to the students. This initiative is part of efforts to encourage academic achievement.
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has introduced a welfare initiative aimed at easing the transportation burden on police officers. The programme includes the provision of buses to convey officers to and from duty, addressing a long-standing challenge faced by personnel who often struggle to find transportation after work. The ...
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has launched an investigation into the deaths of 40 suspected illegal miners who died in its custody in Minna, Niger State. The incident has raised concerns about the treatment of detainees and the circumstances surrounding the deaths. The NSCDC has promised a ...
The Nigeria Customs Service, Ogun I Area Command, has seized a 2026 Range Rover valued at N417 million and 3,893 parcels of cannabis sativa in Ogun State. The seizures were made as part of the command's ongoing efforts to combat smuggling and illicit trade. The items were intercepted in separate ...
The mutilated body of an unidentified woman has been discovered near a stream inside the Jos Wildlife Park Forest Reserve in Plateau State. The gruesome find has prompted a police investigation to determine the circumstances of her death and identify the victim. Authorities are appealing to the public for information ...
The family of a 46-year-old man has accused the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) of negligence, alleging that he died after a six-hour delay in receiving treatment following an accident. The family claims the delay contributed to his death and is demanding justice. LASUTH has not yet publicly responded ...
A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced Will Jessica Ann, a 38-year-old South African woman, to 40 years in prison. She was convicted for importing 5.75 kilograms of heroin. The court delivered the verdict as part of efforts to combat drug trafficking.
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has criticized the Federal Government's decision to concede the management of King's College, Lagos, to its old boys' association. The union expressed disapproval of the concession arrangement. The development concerns the administration of the prominent secondary school.
Nigeria is grappling with a severe diphtheria outbreak, with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention reporting over 10,000 confirmed cases in 2026 alone. Since the outbreak began in 2022, there have been 65,759 suspected cases and 2,229 deaths as of March 22, 2026. Kano, Borno, and Bauchi are ...
The Nigeria Police Force has disbursed N181.78 million in insurance and welfare benefits to the families and next-of-kin of 158 deceased officers. The payments were made across six states. The disbursement is part of the Force's efforts to support the families of fallen officers.
The Osun State Government has established a joint security taskforce and ordered a 24-hour red alert. The move is in response to a resurgence in violent crimes and killings in the state. The taskforce is expected to enhance security and protect residents.
The Ugoni community in Ebonyi State has expressed support for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) following the dismantling of a methamphetamine laboratory. The community is urging the agency to prosecute all individuals found responsible for the illegal operation. The NDLEA's action was part of efforts to combat drug ...
Nigeria's power sector has experienced 105 grid collapses in the past decade, despite 120 years of electricity generation. The persistent crisis is attributed to corruption and weak investment in the sector. This has resulted in unreliable electricity supply across the country.
The Cross River Police Command has warned Nigerians against assaulting officers on duty. The command stated that the offence is punishable by a N500,000 fine or six months imprisonment. The warning was issued as part of efforts to address attacks on personnel.
South African police have found the body of a ninth woman near Johannesburg. In response, the Nigerian Consulate-General issued a safety advisory to its citizens. The advisory was prompted by the discovery and the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
The Lagos State Government has launched a community-based health and sanitation campaign aimed at promoting hygiene and preventing the spread of disease at the grassroots. The initiative targets rural communities across the state. The campaign is part of efforts to improve public health at the local level.
The Lagos State Safety Commission has ordered a comprehensive safety audit of dredging sites. This follows reports of incidents involving workers and the public. The audit aims to ensure compliance with safety standards and prevent future accidents.
Eight people escaped death on Thursday after three trucks were involved in a multiple-vehicle crash on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Ogun State. The incident involved multiple trucks colliding on the expressway. No fatalities were reported among the eight survivors. Further details were published by Punch.
At least 33 people were feared killed after suspected terrorists invaded several villages in the Dansadau axis of Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State on Wednesday. Residents said armed groups stormed communities including Dandalla, the headquarters of Kyambana Ward, as well as Madada, Tudun Gabas and surrounding villages. A ...
The Kaduna State University chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities has suspended its strike. The suspension followed Governor Senator Uba Sani's approval to implement the 2025 FGN/ASUU agreement. The University Governing Council and Management also approved the commencement of payment of accrued nine-month arrears covering the period from ...
Fresh tension has gripped the Mambilla Plateau in Sardauna Local Government Area of Taraba State following reports of killings and the destruction of houses in Mbamnga District. Scores were allegedly killed, including a Department of State Services personnel who was reportedly shot, while residents were said to have deserted their ...
The Ogun I Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has seized contraband with a duty-paid value of N2.469 billion. The seized items include a 2026 Range Rover valued at over N417 million. The command announced the interception as part of its enforcement activities against prohibited goods.
Kim Yo Jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, accused the United States of escalating regional tensions through frequent military drills and warned of a more offensive response from Pyongyang, according to a statement published by state media on Friday. Quoted by the KCNA news agency, she ...
President Bola Tinubu has reacted to Nigeria's victory in an arbitration case against Sunrise Power. The ruling, delivered by the ICC on Thursday, removes a major legal obstacle that had stalled the Mambilla hydro power project for years. According to a statement, the decision clears the way for the project's ...
Police have launched an investigation after 33 illegal miners died in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps. The Niger Police Commissioner called on family members, relatives of the deceased, and members of the public with credible information to come forward to the State Criminal Investigation Department ...
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has pledged N25 million to the Emergency Health Fund of the Course 39 Nigerian Defence Academy United Welfare Association. The pledge was made on Thursday as part of efforts to strengthen the welfare of retired military personnel. A statement made available to ...
The Sokoto State Police Command, led by Commissioner of Police CP Hayatu Hassan Shaffa, has presented cheques totaling N14,638,918.76 to 17 families of police officers who died in active service. The presentation is part of the welfare initiatives of Inspector-General of Police IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, aimed at supporting families ...
A mining pit collapsed on illegal miners in Mayo Kam community, Bali Local Government Area of Taraba State, on Thursday afternoon, leaving more than 20 people, including women and children, feared dead. The miners were reportedly working inside the pit when it suddenly caved in, triggering panic and plunging the ...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has welcomed the International Chamber of Commerce ruling on the $2.35 billion claim brought against Nigeria by Sunrise Power over the Mambilla hydropower project. The tribunal dismissed Sunrise Power's claims against Nigeria and ordered the company and its promoter, Leno Adesanya, to reimburse the Nigerian government ...
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has launched an investigation into an incident involving a new co-tenant who allegedly absconded with her neighbour's children. The incident occurred in Etim Ekpo Local Government Area. The police are probing the circumstances surrounding the disappearance.
President Bola Tinubu has expressed excitement over the tribunal's rejection of Sunrise Power's $680 million claim against Nigeria. He commended former President Olusegun Obasanjo and late President Muhammadu Buhari for their patriotism and support, noting that both testified in the case. The ruling is seen as a significant legal victory ...
The National Emergency Management Agency, Abuja operations office, in collaboration with the World Bank Group, has conducted an assessment of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan implementation in Kogi State. The assessment is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen disaster management systems across the country. It followed an earlier EPR&R ...
The FCT Police Command has initiated an investigation into a clash between Vehicle Inspection Office personnel and Okada riders in the Life Camp area of Abuja. The incident is being probed to determine the cause of the confrontation. Further details are awaited as investigations continue.
A survivor of the Oyo school abduction testified in a Federal High Court that victims spent 56 days in captivity drinking dirty water and eating plain rice without salt. The witness provided details of the harsh conditions endured by the abductees. The court is hearing the case related to the ...