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Senior Advocate of Nigeria Wahab Shittu has stated that unexplained wealth is hindering Nigeria's progress by allowing the nation's resources to be siphoned. He made this remark in a recent statement, highlighting the negative impact of illicit financial flows. Shittu's comment underscores concerns about corruption and economic development.
Guinea-Bissau's exiled former president Umaro Sissoco Embalo, who was ousted in a November coup, has told AFP he will return and run for president in an election due on December 6. The army seized power days after a presidential vote, overthrowing Embalo and suspending the electoral process. The junta has ...
The Department of State Services (DSS) has secured the conviction and death sentence of Ibrahim Usman, also known as Dan Iyali, for kidnapping and killing three persons in Sokoto State in September 2023. Usman was tried on a four-count charge before the Sokoto High Court. Justice Mohammed Mohammed sentenced him ...
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has called for improved remuneration and welfare for doctors and nurses to tackle Nigeria's maternal mortality crisis. She made the call in a statement or during a public appearance. The senator emphasized that better pay and welfare for healthcare workers are necessary to address the crisis.
The Federal Ministry of Education has introduced a QR-based tracking system for textbooks approved for use in Nigerian schools. The ministry announced the release of the final 2026-2028 Ranked and Approved Textbooks after completing the first phase of the national textbook ranking exercise. Each approved textbook will carry a unique ...
The Academic Staff Union of Universities at the University of Medical Sciences, Ondo, has rejected the agreement between the Ondo State Government and ASUU at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko. ASUU-UNIMEDO chairman Abraham Oladebeye stated that the chapter was not invited to the negotiation meeting and that the agreement does not ...
Principals in Ondo State have called on the government to deploy additional security personnel to schools. The request is aimed at protecting students, teachers, and school facilities. The principals expressed concern over the safety of educational institutions in the state.
The Delta State Police Command has taken into custody the Commissioner for Secondary Education, Dr. Kingsley Ashibogwu, and three other suspects in connection with the death of Mr. Unity Ekpevbughe Adeda, a Deputy Director in the state Ministry of Secondary Education. This brings the total number of persons in police ...
Heavy rainfall has caused flooding in communities in Osogbo and Ilesa, Osun State, damaging a bridge and destroying property. Residents are urging the state government to take action. The Osun State government has pledged to respond to the situation.
The Universal Basic Education Commission is set to begin implementing its 10-year Universal Basic Education Roadmap for 2026–2035. The roadmap aims to address fragmented school projects. Further details were not provided in the summary.
Donald Trump has denied asking Xi Jinping if he would like to buy American weapons, after US ambassador to Beijing David Purdue said the US president made the offer to his Chinese counterpart. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump said he had never heard of the offer and ...
Dr Adedeji Ashiru, Managing Director of the Ogun-Osun River Basin Authority, has identified deforestation and waste dumping as factors exacerbating flooding in the region. He warned that these practices endanger lives and property. Ashiru called for collective environmental protection efforts to mitigate the risks.
Three women were killed and another person injured when gunmen attacked a mining site in Rakum community, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State on Monday. The attackers stormed the site at about 4:30 pm and opened fire on the workers before fleeing. The incident occurred amid heightened tension ...
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arraigned four suspected members of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) over their alleged involvement in the kidnapping and killing of its operative, Ekpeyong Asuquo Owoh. The suspects were arraigned on a six-count charge bordering on terrorism and kidnapping before the Federal ...
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended its strike in Ondo State-owned universities following financial intervention by the state government. The strike had disrupted academic activities for over two months. A congress has been scheduled to formally direct members to resume academic activities.
The first group of student-loan borrowers is required to transition off the SAVE plan this week, following the Trump administration's elimination of the Biden-era program. Servicers began notifying borrowers on July 1 of their 90-day window to switch to a new repayment plan, with September 29 marking the first deadline ...
The Yobe State Government, through the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE), is targeting the construction of 50 new secondary schools and rehabilitation of 225 existing ones to improve girls' access to quality education. The project coordinator, Malam Abdullahi Dahiru Bulah, disclosed this at the inception and onboarding ...
The First Lady's N450 million support package was presented to victims of the SPAR fire incident. The presentation was made by Otu, who expressed appreciation to the First Lady for the intervention. He described the support as a demonstration of compassion and practical assistance to those affected by the incident.
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on Monday to increase the size of the army by 15,500 troops, the fourth such order this year. The decree sets the authorized personnel strength at 2,441,630 units, including 1,550,500 military personnel. The order comes as both Russia and Ukraine suffer mounting casualties ...
The article highlights the need for improved road design, maintenance, public education, reliable signage, and inter-agency cooperation to preserve order in Abuja. It calls on relevant authorities to honestly assess the situation on the roads. It also emphasizes strengthening coordination between infrastructure maintenance, traffic enforcement, and public safety.
Renewed fighting has erupted in northern Ethiopia between the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) and allies, and the Ethiopian National Defence Forces, shattering a fragile 2022 peace agreement. Since 22 September, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) teams have scaled up activities to respond to an increase in war-wounded patients. Between 22 ...
The Okwu-Kanu Family has called for the hearing of the appeal of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), and questioned the legal basis of his conviction and sentence by the Federal High Court. Prince Emmanuel Kanu, speaking on behalf of the family, urged the National Judicial ...
The Federal Government has urged participating states to accelerate the completion of projects under the National Urban Water Sector Reform Project. The call was made to ensure timely delivery of water infrastructure. The government emphasized the importance of the project for improving urban water supply.
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) expressed alarm over escalating violence in Baidoa, Somalia, and its impact on civilians and healthcare access. On the morning of Monday, 28 September, fighting erupted for the third time since 17 August, reportedly severely damaging a health facility and killing a healthcare worker. An ambulance was ...
Workers in Ondo State-owned tertiary institutions will resume duty on Tuesday, September 29, after the Joint Action Committee of Ondo State-owned Tertiary Institutions (JAC-ODSTI) suspended its indefinite strike. The strike was suspended following a financial intervention by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. The unions had commenced the industrial action on September 2 ...
The Nigerian Army has deployed the first batch of personnel from the 236 Tank Battalion to Headquarters Sector 8, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), in Plateau State. The deployment is part of efforts to address insecurity in the region. The troops are expected to reinforce ongoing operations.
Gunmen attacked a mining site in Rakum community, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State on Monday, killing three women and injuring another person. The attackers arrived at about 4:30 pm and opened fire on the workers before fleeing. The spokesman of the Berom Youth Moulders Association, Rwang Tengwong ...
The Federal Government has alerted residents in 24 states and the Federal Capital Territory to possible flooding between September 27 and October 10, 2026, following forecasts of heavy rainfall, rising river levels, saturated soil and increased surface runoff. The warning was issued by the National Flood Early Warning Systems Centre ...
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 33-year-old housewife, Hauwa'u Haruna, for allegedly killing her co-wife, Jamila Adamu, 43, in Bauchi metropolis. The incident occurred on Saturday at Tafawa Balewa Housing Estate following a domestic dispute. Police spokesperson SP Nafiu Habib said the suspect allegedly struck the victim on ...
A new government watchdog report from the GAO has found that the US Navy's Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program will cost over $200 billion and take more than 50 years to complete. The program aims to repair poor conditions at the Navy's four public shipyards, which maintain nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft ...
Dr Ivara Esege and his wife, Chimamanda Adichie, have asked the Lagos State High Court to dismiss a suit by Eurapharma Care Services Nigeria Limited seeking to halt the coroner's inquest into their son's death. Through their counsel, Kemi Pinheiro, SAN, they argued that the hospital's application is premature as ...
The family of Mr Unity Ekwevugbe Adeda, a Deputy Director in the Delta State Ministry of Secondary Education, has rejected the administrative panel set up by the state government to investigate his death. The family cited loss of confidence in the panel and will pursue legal action. Senator Ede Dafinone ...
The Taraba Integrity Network has called on SaharaReporters to provide evidence supporting its recent report on financial transactions involving the Executive Chairman of the Taraba State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA). The group questioned the evidentiary basis of the allegations. SaharaReporters has not yet responded to the demand.
The Nigeria Fire Service and Safety (NFSS) has deployed personnel to a Kano community after suspected rabid dogs bit 18 people. The dogs also attacked and bit seven additional persons in the affected communities. The deployment aims to control the situation and prevent further attacks.
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has presented N25 million each to 18 victims of the Calabar Mall fire incident. The governor acknowledged that accidents happen and emphasized the importance of responding to them. The financial support is intended to help the victims recover.
President Bola Tinubu's aide, Issah Niniola, has said the president has laid a solid foundation to permanently end incessant strikes by lecturers in tertiary institutions. Niniola made the remark in a statement.
Health teams from Nigeria and Niger have coordinated cross-border vaccination outreach to ensure children in border communities receive routine immunizations. The initiative addresses challenges faced by families who move frequently between the two countries for trade, family visits, and livestock grazing, which can interrupt vaccination schedules and delay outbreak detection ...
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) has called for improved remuneration, welfare, and working conditions for doctors and other health workers to address maternal mortality and retain medical professionals, especially in rural areas. She made the call on Monday at the ongoing 'Unfinished' event organised by Ward-C in collaboration with ...
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the full restoration of its Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS). The board also affirmed that the admission deadline for public universities remains October. This development is expected to streamline the admission process for candidates seeking tertiary education.
Residents of Osogbo, Osun State, have lost huge sums to a cheap food initiative after its operators disappeared, prompting police intervention to maintain order. The scheme promised affordable food but failed to deliver, leading to financial losses for many. Police have stepped in to prevent any breakdown of law and ...
The UK is reopening its refugee resettlement scheme to create safe and legal routes for vulnerable people, Interior Minister Shabana Mahmood announced. The move aims to push for safe migration and provide protection for those in need. The scheme will offer a structured pathway for refugees to resettle in the ...
The Joint Action Committee of Ondo State-Owned Tertiary Institutions (JAC-ODSTI) announced the suspension of a four-week-old strike by academic and non-academic staff unions in three state-owned universities. The affected institutions are Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA); Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa (OAUSTECH); and the University of Medical ...
A US judge has blocked the Trump administration from conditioning counterterrorism grants for local governments on changes to election administration rules. The ruling prevents the federal government from tying federal funds to election policy changes. The decision is a setback for the administration's efforts to influence local election procedures. The ...
Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu has approved the appointment of eight new district heads to fill vacant traditional positions across the state. The appointments are intended to fill existing vacancies in the traditional institution. Further details of the appointments were published by Punch.
Eighteen business owners who lost their livelihoods in the recent SPAR fire disaster in Calabar, Cross River State, have each received a ₦25 million relief cheque. The cheques were presented on Monday by Governor Senator Bassey Otu at the Executive Chambers of the Governor's Office in Calabar. Otu said the ...
The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) will begin full implementation of its 10-Year Universal Basic Education Roadmap, covering 2026 to 2035, in the first week of October. The roadmap is designed to guide the development of basic education across the country over the next decade. The commission announced the commencement ...
Liberia's Permanent Representative, Ambassador Lewis G. Brown II, hosted a working lunch on Monday in honor of UN Secretary-General António Guterres and the 10 elected members of the Security Council. The lunch, held at UN Headquarters in Manhattan, aimed to align positions ahead of one of the busiest months on ...
The Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council (JNPSNC), Trade Union Side, has threatened to mobilize Nigerian public servants for a three-day warning strike. The strike is scheduled to commence on October 2. The action is in response to the recent increase in fuel price.
Electricity supply has been disrupted in Arepo, Obafemi/Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State, following a fault traced to a shattered insulator at the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) end of the network. Residents of the community are awaiting the completion of repairs by TCN before Ikeja Electric can restore ...
The Northern States Christian Elders Forum has said Nigeria cannot claim true independence while citizens remain afraid to travel, farmers cannot safely access their fields and families live under the threat of violence. In a statement by its Chairman, Elder Sunday Oibe, the forum said the 66th Independence Anniversary should ...
Several houses, churches, schools, eateries and business premises have been submerged in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, following about 18 hours of heavy rainfall that forced residents to flee their homes. The downpour began around 8pm on Sunday and continued until about 3pm on Monday, flooding several parts of the ...
The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of unions in Ondo State-owned tertiary institutions has suspended its indefinite strike. The committee has directed workers to return to work. The suspension follows an agreement reached with the state government.
The police in Lagos State have arrested a 15-year-old boy who was allegedly found in possession of a gun concealed in a loaf of bread. The arrest was made during a routine stop-and-search operation. The suspect is currently in police custody as investigations continue.
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has commenced urgent rehabilitation works on Towers J4 and N9 to N12 along the Ikot Abasi–Eket transmission line. The towers were recently vandalized, leading to power supply disruptions. TCN is working to restore normal transmission in the area.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has restored its Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) after a temporary disruption. The board reaffirmed the deadlines for 2026 admissions. JAMB directed stakeholders to adhere to the scheduled timelines.
A downpour lasting more than nine hours on Monday submerged several houses in Makurdi, the Benue State capital. The rainfall, which began overnight into the evening hours of Monday, affected several residential areas, including Achussa, New GRA, behind Radio Benue, Nyiman, Idye, Naka road, North Bank, Ankpa Quarters, Tilley Gyado-Terwase ...
The Department of State Services (DSS) on Monday arraigned four suspected members of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) over their alleged involvement in the kidnapping and killing of its officer, Ekpeyong Asuquo Owoh. The defendants were brought before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of a Federal High Court in Abuja ...
The 2026 NECO results show a slight decline in overall performance compared with 2025, when 60.26 per cent of candidates passed. A state-by-state breakdown of the results has been released, detailing performance across the country. The full list provides a ranking of states from top to bottom based on their ...
The National Health Insurance Authority has called for a locally led health financing research agenda to guide reforms and improve healthcare access for Nigerians. Stakeholders at the event emphasised the need for evidence-driven strategies to address challenges in healthcare access. The call was made during a forum aimed at enhancing ...
A driver in Lagos allegedly knocked down and dragged a police officer to death. According to Tijani, the driver initially stopped after being flagged down by officers but suddenly drove off, knocking down one of the policemen. The incident occurred after the officers signaled the driver to stop. The driver ...
The Nigerian Army has operationalised the 28 Armoured Brigade and Garrison in Birnin Kebbi, along with the 281 Tank Battalion in Yauri and 381 Artillery Regiment in Kaoje, to strengthen security operations in Kebbi State. The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, formally operationalised the formations, represented by ...
Leno Adesanya, the promoter of Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited, has stated that he has no links with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former National Security Adviser Sambo Dasuki. The statement comes amid ongoing discussions regarding the Mambilla hydropower project. Adesanya refuted any association with the two individuals ...
The United States government stated on Monday that it has no plans to sell arms to China. This followed remarks by US Ambassador to China David Perdue, who said President Donald Trump asked Chinese President Xi Jinping if China would like to purchase American weapons. According to Perdue, the offer ...
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 15-year-old suspected arms courier and 32 other suspects for alleged involvement in armed robbery, cultism, unlawful possession of firearms, and stealing in September. The command also recovered 43 vehicles, firearms, ammunition, N2.5 million in cash, and other exhibits during operations across the ...
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and the Nigerian Army have destroyed two cannabis farms in Edo State. During the operation, over 1,360 kilograms of the substance were seized. Two male suspects were arrested in connection with the farms. The agencies carried out the destruction as part of efforts to ...
Deputy Spokesperson of the 10th House of Representatives, Rep. Philip Agbese, on Monday commended the Nigerian Armed Forces for their efforts. He stated that the Armed Forces have become a serious threat to terrorist groups. Agbese's remarks underscore the military's role in combating terrorism.
The House of Representatives Deputy Spokesperson, Philip Agbese, has said the Nigerian military is now a nightmare to terrorists. He cited recent operational successes by the military. Agbese made the statement while commenting on the military's efforts against terrorism. The military has recorded successes in recent operations.
The Federal University of Technology, Ilaro, Ogun State, is targeting the 2027/2028 academic session for its take-off as a university from a polytechnic. The institution has added 66 new programmes. The university is preparing for its transition. The new programmes are part of its plans for the take-off.
Four alleged members of IPOB were docked over the abduction and killing of a DSS operative. The charges followed investigations into the circumstances surrounding the abduction and killing of the officer and the alleged activities of the defendants. The defendants were brought before a court to face charges related to ...
The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in collaboration with the Nigerian Army, has destroyed two cannabis plantations and arrested two suspects with 1,467kg of illicit drugs in the state. Addressing journalists in Benin, the State NDLEA Commander, Mitchell Ofoyeju, said the destruction of the ...
The Nigerian Navy has recovered 33,800 litres of suspected stolen petroleum products from two illegal refining sites in Rivers State. This operation is part of the Navy's ongoing crackdown on illegal refining activities. The recovery was made as part of efforts to combat petroleum theft.
A fire has gutted a Customs office in Lagos, destroying properties worth millions. Officers on duty made frantic efforts to contain the fire. Officials of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service arrived at about 10:45 a.m. The cause of the fire was not immediately stated.
A young Nigerian has urged citizens who usually travel to their villages during the Christmas and New Year period to reconsider their plans ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The advice follows an announcement by the Independent National Electoral Commission. The man suggested that travel could be undertaken after the ...
A video circulating on social media shows a young boy allegedly uprooting cassava tubers from a farm to feed cattle. The footage has sparked reactions online, with many commenting on the incident. The boy is seen inside what appears to be a farm in the video.
A 33-year-old housewife has been arrested for alleged culpable homicide following a domestic incident that claimed the life of her co-wife. The incident occurred in Bauchi. The suspect allegedly used a pestle to kill the co-wife over hallucinations.
The Universal Basic Education Commission will commence a 10-year overhaul of Nigeria's basic education system in October, introducing a new intervention model designed to address the comprehensive needs of individual schools. Under the Universal Basic Education Roadmap 2026-2035, states will no longer focus on isolated interventions such as classroom blocks ...
The Akwa Ibom State Government has set up a task force to clamp down on illegal mining activities in the state. The Commissioner for Environment, Mr Nsikak Ekong, said many illegal mining sites had been shut down. Speaking in Uyo, Ekong said some illegal miners operate at night and leave ...
The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has unveiled a digital platform designed to allow parents and communities to track basic education projects and funds. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the management of basic education resources.
The death toll from an Indonesian ferry that capsized earlier this month has risen to 66. Rescuers continue searching for 69 missing passengers on the 16th day of the operation. The search and recovery efforts are ongoing.
The Edo State Special Criminal Court sitting in Benin City will on Tuesday, September 29, deliver its maiden judgment in a kidnapping case. This development is expected to test the effectiveness of specialised courts in Nigeria’s battle against violent crime. The judgment follows the trial of four defendants over the ...