Electricity consumers in several parts of Sokoto State are mobilising for a massive protest over what they described as persistent poor electricity supply and unfair billing by the Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company (KAEDCO). The aggrieved residents said they have endured months of irregular power supply while still receiving estimated...
By ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto
As dawn settles over Eagle Square in Abuja, what gathers this weekend is not simply a political convention. It is something more consequential. As part of a series of activities to strengthen the All Progressives Congress (@OfficialAPCNg ) and prepare for the 2027 general elections, the event will focus...
First Lady of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu has stated that books cannot be taken out of schools despite technological advancement. She stated this during her meeting with the US Special Envoy for Best Future Generations Charles Harder on the sidelines of the Fostering the Future Together Global Summit organised...
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has highlighted significant progress in Nigeria’s power sector under the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, including the attainment of the highest electricity generation level recorded to date. Speaking at the first quarter 2026 Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) Stakeholders’ Meeting in Lagos on...
No fewer than 8,433 delegates, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, 31 governors, and members of the Federal Executive Council, are expected to attend the 2026 National Convention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) scheduled for March 27 and 28 at Eagle Square, Abuja. The convention will elect new national...
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has reduced its gantry price for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, to ₦1,200 per litre, a move expected to influence fuel costs across Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the spokesperson for...
A former Minister of Aviation, Stella Oduah, has been discharged by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja over an alleged ₦2.5 billion fraud case following a plea bargain agreement. Justice Hamza Muazu discharged Oduah alongside her former aide, Gloria Odita, after the prosecution formally withdrew charges...
The SASSO Poultry Workshop, organised by Agro Preciso Limited in collaboration with the L-PRES Project and with support from the World Bank, was held in Lokoja, Kogi State, bringing together key stakeholders in the poultry value chain for a one-day capacity-building programme. Designed to equip farmers and industry actors...
The Regional Community Health Policy of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), was formally launched by the West African Health Organisation (WAHO), in Cotonou, on March 24, 2026. Held at the Sofitel Hotel in the capital of Benin Republic, the ceremony brought together government representatives, technical and...
Vice President Kashim Shettima has charged members of the National Council on Skills (NCS), comprising federal ministries, state governments, and the private sector, to ensure that Made-in-Nigeria products and services remain synonymous with world-class standards. He urged the council to leverage the restless, inventive spirit of the Nigerian people—evident...
Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a four-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, demanding immediate implementation of the newly approved salary structure for university lecturers nationwide. ASUU President, Professor Christopher Piwuna, made the announcement on Thursday during a public lecture at Sa’adu Zungur University, Yuli Campus, Bauchi...
Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, on Thursday joined dignitaries from across Nigeria to pay final respects to renowned cleric, Rev. Dr Uma Ukpai, at a solemn funeral ceremony held at the International Conference Centre in Umuahia, Abia State. Among prominent personalities present at the burial was the Governor of...
Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed as misleading and inaccurate a viral social media post that allegedly distorted remarks made by the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, on Operation SAFE CORRIDOR. In a statement issued on Thursday, Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, said the...
France national football team beat Brazil national football team 2-1 in a lively pre-World Cup friendly in the United States. The game had goals, a red card, and a tense finish. France took the lead in the 18th minute. Kylian Mbappe spotted the goalkeeper off his line and chipped...
Thursday night in Europe was full of drama as teams fought for a chance to reach the final playoff round. By the end, six sides moved on, while others saw their World Cup hopes end. Sweden took control against Ukraine, winning 3-1, with Viktor Gyokeres scoring all three goals....
Kaduna State has emerged as one of Nigeria’s leading states in promoting transparency at the local government level, following its recognition in a new report by BudgIT. The report, titled “ _The Missing Tier: Mapping Local Government Budget Transparency in Nigeria,”_ lists Kaduna among only 10 states where local...
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has announced the re-arrest of an alleged examination fraudster, Emmanuel Praise Akataka, over renewed attempts to defraud candidates through false promises of score manipulation and registration protection. At a press conference in Abuja on Thursday, following the development, Registrar of JAMB, Prof....
In their continued display of gallantry, troops of Sector 2 Joint Operation FANSAN YAMMA have neutralised no fewer than 5 terrorists and recovered 5 AK-47 rifles in Sokoto and Zamfara States. Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, 8 Division, Nigerian Army / Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lieutenant...
A Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Tanimu Turaki, SAN, following his failure to appear in court for arraignment. Justice Peter Kekemeke ordered Turaki’s arrest during proceedings on Thursday...
Tijani Fatai has formally assumed office as the 42nd Commissioner of Police (CP) in charge of the Lagos State Command, following his recent appointment by the Police authorities. His assumption of duty was announced in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, Lagos State Command, Ikeja, Abimbola...