News
Hon. Donaldson Abiodun Ajayi has resigned as a permanent member of the Ogun State Universal Basic Education Board, citing emerging political responsibilities ahead of the 2027 elections.
News
House of Representatives Deputy Spokesman Philip Agbese has warned opposition politicians against taking domestic political disputes abroad, saying such actions could damage Nigeria’s international reputation.
News
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have killed a suspected bandit during a gun battle in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State, recovering firearms and ammunition.
News
The Kano State Government has inaugurated a 20-member committee to develop a framework for reforming the Almajiri and Tsangaya education system, with emphasis on regulation, child protection and welfare.
News
Yoruba Nation activist Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, says his security outfit will continue its campaign against criminal elements across the South-West.
News
A Benue court has remanded former Awume-Icho Ward councillor Daniel Ujah over allegations including assault, criminal trespass, intimidation and attempted culpable homicide.
News
Former lead counsel to the Indigenous People of Biafra, Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has urged residents of the South-East to reject calls to boycott the 2027 general elections, warning that the region could suffer the consequences.
News
The Crude Oil Refinery Owners Association of Nigeria has urged the Federal Government to reduce petroleum product imports, improve crude supply to local refineries and strengthen domestic refining capacity.
Lifestyle
OPay has asked the Department of State Services and Nigeria Police Force to investigate a false social media claim that the fintech company was shutting down its Nigerian operations.
Lifestyle
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have foiled kidnapping attempts in Sokoto State, rescuing 22 victims during separate operations in Sabon Birni and Isa local government areas.
News
Hon. Donaldson Abiodun Ajayi has resigned as a permanent member of the Ogun State Universal Basic Education Board, citing emerging political responsibilities ahead of the 2027 elections.
News
House of Representatives Deputy Spokesman Philip Agbese has warned opposition politicians against taking domestic political disputes abroad, saying such actions could damage Nigeria’s international reputation.
News
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have killed a suspected bandit during a gun battle in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State, recovering firearms and ammunition.
News
The Kano State Government has inaugurated a 20-member committee to develop a framework for reforming the Almajiri and Tsangaya education system, with emphasis on regulation, child protection and welfare.
Politics
INEC warns AI-driven disinformation threatens 2027 election credibility, urging stronger safeguards against manipulation and misinformation.
Politics
A political group urges opposition leaders to adopt Peter Obi as consensus presidential candidate ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 election.
Politics
Wike says he would be among Atiku and Obi’s first political targets if Tinubu loses the 2027 presidential election.
Politics
Adeleke says Osun election violence panel will seek truth and justice, not target political opponents or groups.
Sports
Dzeko To End Bosnia Career With Sweden Clash
Sports
Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has expressed satisfaction with the club’s summer recruitment, saying the new arrivals have strengthened the squad ahead of the new Premier League season.
Sports
Landon Emenalo, son of former Super Eagles defender Michael Emenalo, has joined Scottish champions Celtic on loan from Chelsea as he takes another step in his development.
Sports
Lewis Hamilton says he has been reflecting on the significance of becoming the first Black Ferrari Formula 1 driver to win the Italian Grand Prix as he targets victory at Monza.
Tech & Education
The Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria has cautioned applicants and teachers against using fake online portals, warning that such platforms are being used by fraudsters to dupe unsuspecting members of the public.
Tech & Education
In a major push to revitalize basic education in Cross River State, the Universal Basic Education Commission and the State Universal Basic Education Board have trained 110 head teachers and principals in a four-day capacity-building workshop on quality assurance procedures. The initiative aims to strengthen school administration, improve learning outcomes, and equip school leaders with the modern management skills needed to navigate the evolving challenges of Nigeria's educational landscape.
Tech & Education
Zamfara State has warned teachers who completed a two-week Global Standard Teacher Transformation Programme that negligence will attract disciplinary action, as the government intensifies monitoring under Gov. Dauda Lawal's education emergency declaration.
Tech & Education
Adeleke University has inaugurated a 200-kilowatt peak solar power system to guarantee uninterrupted electricity supply and reduce dependence on the national grid and diesel generators.
Agriculture
NASENI has introduced solar-powered irrigation systems in Gabasawa and Kumbotso local government areas of Kano State, aiming to cut farmers' fuel costs and expand year-round agricultural activity.
Agriculture
In a significant move to boost agricultural production and ensure year-round farming, the Adamawa State Government has approved N2.2 billion for the procurement of 46,300 bags of assorted fertilisers for dry-season farming. The approval, part of a broader N5 billion development package, underscores the state's commitment to sustaining food production beyond the rainy season and strengthening the livelihoods of farmers across the region.
Agriculture
The Federal Government has assured Nigerian farmers of its continued support through improved policies, security measures, and agricultural interventions aimed at boosting food production.
Agriculture
The South East Development Commission plans 15 agromechanisation projects across Enugu, Abia, Imo, Anambra and Ebonyi states, starting with a pilot in Nomeh, Enugu, aimed at reviving the region's 1950s-60s economic boom.
Health
In a stark reminder of the persistent threat posed by viral haemorrhagic fevers, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has reported 1,035 confirmed Lassa fever cases and 252 deaths across 23 states in 2026. The latest situation report reveals that young adults aged 21 to 30 remain the most affected demographic, as health authorities raise alarm over a rising case fatality rate and the continued infection of healthcare workers.
Health
Dr Joy Audu of Pro-Health International says hypertension is increasingly striking Nigerians in their 30s and 40s, driven by misinformation, poor access to prescribed medicines, and reliance on unqualified practitioners in rural communities.
Health
Cross River State has called for research-driven, community-focused interventions to tackle seasonal cholera outbreaks in high-risk riverine areas, emphasising secondary transmission, local-language messaging and WASH measures
Health
Senegalese firm Teranga Pharma is expanding production of Drepaf, a locally manufactured generic hydroxyurea for sickle cell disease, backed by a $7.1 million project, and targeting six African markets with a goal of supplying sub-Saharan Africa by 2030
Security
The Oyo State Police Command has launched a rescue operation for an abducted headmaster following the recent wave of school attacks in the state. Security operatives say efforts are ongoing to track down the suspects and secure the victim’s release.
Security
Four family members linked to ISWAP have surrendered to troops in Borno State as the military continues its counter-insurgency pressure in the North-East. The latest development adds to a growing pattern of defections and surrenders from terrorist enclaves in the region.
Security
The Nigerian Air Force has carried out precision airstrikes on an ISWAP enclave in Borno State, killing multiple terrorists and destroying key infrastructure including weapons caches and vehicles
Security
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested a high-value suspected logistics supplier to ISWAP in Borno State, dealing another blow to the terrorist group’s supply network.
Youth Empowerment
Fidelity Bank has launched Nigeria’s first dedicated SME Hub in Kano and rolled out free nationwide training programmes, aiming to cut start-up costs, build capacity and support entrepreneurs from start-up to large enterprise.
Youth Empowerment
The Office of the Edo State First Lady, Edesili Okpebholo, has given micro-business grants to over 300 women, mostly from Edo Central and Edo North, to expand trading, farming, and other small enterprises.
Youth Empowerment
In a landmark initiative for inclusive environmental action, the Gbolekero Women Empowerment and Development Organisation (GWEDO) has equipped 60 women and persons with disabilities in Edo State with critical skills in sustainable agriculture and environmental protection. The training, supported by the Global Greengrants Fund, marks a significant step toward ensuring that Nigeria's most marginalized community members are not left behind in the fight against climate change.
Youth Empowerment
NASENI has extended its Sustainable Empowerment Programme to Lagos, distributing 400 power stoves and 100 solar home systems to 1,000 beneficiaries in Ikeja, alongside training in POP installation and electrical maintenance.
Pacesetters
At just 23, Abena Serwaah has built a thriving hydroponic container farm business supplying premium vegetables to Accra's top hotels and restaurants.
Pacesetters
A retired schoolteacher's dream to bring books to children in a remote Brong-Ahafo fishing village has grown into a community library serving 400 students.
Programs
Oxfam Nigeria and its implementing partners have trained community stakeholders and local government officials in Adamawa and Borno states to take ownership of their development priorities, as part of a broader push to reposition the North East in the post-insurgency era.
Programs
The Nation Builders Corps has opened applications for Phase 3 targeting 50,000 graduates in ICT, healthcare, education and agriculture.
Programs
The Ghana Education Service reports 1.2 million students enrolled in the Free Senior High School programme in the current academic year.
