Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced the postponement of its key leadership meetings earlier scheduled to take place this week, citing ongoing reconciliation efforts within the party. In a public notice issued on Wednesday, the party said the decision affects the meetings of the National Caucus, the Board of...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC), on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, arraigned one Ufoma Joseph Immanuel for an alleged $1.5m fraud before Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos. Immanuel, alongside his company, Intermediate Investment Holdings Ltd., was arraigned on a two-count charge bordering...
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, on Wednesday, presented 82 academic textbooks authored by Nigerian scholars to strengthen teaching and learning in tertiary institutions. Alausa said during the public presentation that the books were developed under the Higher Education Book Development Intervention Project of the Tertiary Education Trust...
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has received another national recognition for his efforts in youth development and security in the state. The governor was listed among distinguished Nigerians selected for honours at the Champion Newspapers Annual Awards organised by Champion Newspapers Limited. Governor Ododo will receive the 2025...
Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), has called an urgent high-level meeting with the nation’s top military leaders to address the recent surge in attacks on military installations, particularly across the North East region. The emergency session, held at the Ministry of Defence headquarters in Abuja, brought together...
Federal Government of Nigeria is closely monitoring escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, and remains committed to safeguarding Nigeria’s economic stability. The Economic Management Team (EMT), chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun,...
Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has issued a new directive requiring the registration and authorisation of grid-connected private transmission substations, in a move aimed at strengthening oversight and enhancing national grid reliability. The Order on the Registration and Authorisation of Grid-Connected Private Transmission Substations (NERC/2026/013), which takes effect from...
Nigerian Government has initiated the evacuation of its citizens residing in Iran amid growing tensions across the Middle East. Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, confirmed that officials are currently escorting Nigerians willing to leave Iran by road into neighboring Armenia to ensure their safety....
Barely one week after the governors of Taraba and Benue states held a high-level security meeting in Wukari to address rising insecurity in Southern Taraba, suspected armed herders have reportedly ambushed Tiv farmers in Donga Local Government Area of Taraba State, killing two people and injuring several others. The...
Kyle Walker has officially retired from international football, ending a 14-year career with England, Fabrizio Romano has confirmed. The 35-year-old defender leaves the national team with 96 caps, just short of 100, stepping away months before the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. Walker shared his decision on...
In the latest development following the shooting outside the Los Angeles residence of global music star Rihanna, a suspect has now been charged with attempted murder. The charge comes days after gunshots were reported outside the singer’s home, an incident that drew widespread attention online. Prosecutors said the suspect...
Following the unfortunate insurgents’ attack on the Kukawa military formation, which resulted in the tragic death of the Commanding Officer in charge, Lieutenant Colonel Umar Faruq, a high-level Borno State Government delegation visited Kukawa to express the government’s deepest condolences, grief, and solidarity. Representing Governor Babagana Zulum, the State...
Borno State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development (MOWASD), in partnership with UN Women, has stepped up efforts to promote inclusive awareness and improve reporting of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) among adolescents and caregivers of persons with disabilities in Maiduguri Metropolitan Council (MMC) and Jere Local Government Area. The...
Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas has launched the distribution of 25 data capturing machines and printers to strengthen the National Identity Number (NIN) registration process across Taraba State. The equipment, procured by the Taraba State Government to support the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), was officially presented on Friday,...
Vice-Chancellor of University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID), Professor Mohammed Laminu Mele, has announced that the institution matriculated 6,553 new students into its 100 and 200 level programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session. Professor Mele disclosed this on Tuesday during his welcome address at the university’s matriculation ceremony in Maiduguri. He...
Lamine Yamal scored a 98th-minute penalty to earn FC Barcelona a dramatic 1–1 draw against Newcastle United at St James’ Park. Barcelona were heading for defeat after Harvey Barnes put Newcastle ahead late in the game, sparking celebrations around the stadium. The Premier League side had made things uncomfortable...
Michael Olise stole the show as Bayern Munich ran riot to crush Atalanta 6–1 in the Champions League Round of 16 first leg at the Stadio di Bergamo on Tuesday night. Bayern took control early. Josip Stanišic opened the scoring in the 12th minute with a simple tap-in, but...
Tottenham had a night to forget as Atletico Madrid ran out 5–2 winners in the Champions League Round of 16 first leg at the Wanda Metropolitano on Tuesday. The game started badly for Spurs. Marcos Llorente put Atletico ahead in the 6th minute after Tottenham failed to clear a...
Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the trial of former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz Malami, over allegations of terrorism financing. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik scheduled the next proceedings for April 15 and 16. During Tuesday’s hearing, the prosecution,...
In response to rising transportation costs driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, President Bola Tinubu has instructed the rapid deployment of 100,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion kits across Nigeria. The announcement was made by Ismaeel Ahmed, Executive Chairman of the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas...