The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has urged the new leadership of the ECOWAS Commission to prioritise regional unity and integration to advance the progress of the sub-region’s people and economy. This, he said, can be achieved by building bridges of friendship and promoting programmes and policies that will significantly impact the lives and livelihoods […]

Nigeria has called for greater equity in global pandemic prevention, preparedness and response, urging the international community to ensure fair access to vaccines, diagnostics and therapeutics, as well as sustainable financing for developing countries. Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Adekunle Salako, made the call on behalf of President Bola Ahmed […] The post Nigeria calls for equity in global pandemic preparedness appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has extended its Special Passport Intervention Exercise in the United Kingdom to October 30, 2026, citing a high turnout and sustained demand from Nigerians in the diaspora. The exercise, which was originally scheduled to end earlier, will now run from October 6 to October 30, 2026, the service said in […]

By Ado Oyeyemi A Grade A Customary Court sitting in Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, has dissolved the relationship between a man, Sikiru, and his lover, Adijat, following allegations of constant quarrels, violence and neglect of their child. Sikiru, who instituted the case, told the court that he met Adijat on the street and invited her [...]

By Ado Oyeyemi A woman, Bolatito, has asked the Grade A Customary Court sitting in Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, to dissolve her marriage, alleging that her husband, Olajide, became violent and accused her of infidelity after he developed sexual impotence. Bolatito also alleged that her husband physically assaulted her on several occasions and once attempted [...]

Addressing concerns regarding the condition of established transit routes, Senator Umahi denied allegations that the Ministry of Works had abandoned existing highways in pursuit of new greenfield corridors. The post Umahi Denies ‘Cornering’ Road Projects To Southeast appeared first on Channels Television.

The Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday remanded luxury goods dealer and lifestyle influencer, Afolabi Kazeem Michael, popularly known as KC Luxury, and two others over alleged trafficking of 184.5 kilogrammes of cocaine valued at about N39 billion. Michael, Boniface Sule and Ikechukwu Ekugo were arraigned by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) […]

By Ado Oyeyemi A Zimbabwean High Court has awarded a woman a substantial portion of the matrimonial assets following the breakdown of her 24-year marriage, rejecting an equal 50-50 division of the couple’s property. The woman, Caecilia Nyamutswa, was awarded the entirety of the couple’s Colne Valley property, 60 per cent of their Vainona property [...]

Nigeria is seeking to reposition its digital services sector from conventional business-process outsourcing to higher-value, artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled services as the country intensifies efforts to attract global investment and create technology-driven employment. The director-general/chief executive officer of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, stated this during the “Hire from Nigeria” session […]

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Alex Iwobi was named Man of the Match after helping the Super Eagles secure a hard-fought 2-1 comeback victory over Madagascar in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Friday night, Prompt News Online reports. Nigeria fell behind early but rallied to claim all three points against the Barea. [...]

By Ado Oyeyemi A Kano Magistrate Court has ordered the remand of a 25-year-old woman, Maimuna Idris, for allegedly severing her boyfriend’s genitals after discovering his intention to marry another woman. The defendant, who resides in Maigatari Local Government Area of Jigawa State, is facing a two-count charge of attempted culpable homicide and causing grievous [...]

Represented by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, during the Independence Day Jumat prayer at the National Mosque, Abuja, on Friday, Tinubu noted that although Nigeria was yet to be where it should be, it is on the path to greatness. The post [VIDEO] ‘Don’t Lose Hope’, Tinubu Tells Nigerians Ahead Of 66th Independence Day Anniversary appeared first on Channels Television.

Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Jalingo branch, on Friday proposed a bar investment and sustainability funds to build financial independence for the branch. Dr. Daniel Philemon Saredau, the branch chairman noted during the general meeting that establishing an investment and sustainability funds where members contribute base on year post-call, will improve financial sustainability and ease the […] The post Taraba NBA targets financial independence appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Kogi State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has imposed a N20 million regulatory fine on Kogi Electricity Distribution Limited (KEDL) over safety and operational breaches that led to the death of its lineman, Mr Dirisu Yusuf. The sanction is contained in Regulatory Order No. KERC/ORDER/2026/09/05, signed by the chairman/CEO of KERC, Engr Ibrahim S. Abdwaaris, […]

“The thing wey I like about being married to His Majesty is that, all the fame or the popularity wey him get, na say I get to see the world celebrate his genius, his swag also, cos me too I dey celebrate am,” she said. The post ‘I’m like three women’ — Ivie Atuwatse rules out polygamy for Olu of Warri appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN), has called for an open and competitive petroleum products market. This the Association said would promote affordable pricing and transparency in the downstream petroleum sector. The call is coming as price of petrol continues to swing higher than expected further creating more hardship to the […]

Women and youths in Kassa community, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, on Friday blocked the Jos-Barkin Ladi-Mangu highway for several hours after gunmen killed three vigilantes during a night patrol. The protesters barricaded the highway to demand improved security and an end to recurring attacks in the community. The attackers were said […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigerians to give his administration more time to complete the reforms and programmes it has initiated, assuring citizens that the country is on the right path. Tinubu made the appeal on Friday through the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, who represented him at a special Juma’at […] The post Tinubu to Nigerians: Give me more time to finish reforms appeared first on Tribune Online.

He said allowing the South to complete an eight-year presidential cycle would make it easier for a northern candidate to take over in 2031. The post 2027: Shehu Sani urges Atiku, other northerners to respect rotation, allow South complete eight years appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Lagos State Police Command has uncovered and sealed a suspected illegal wine factory in Badagry, where officers reportedly found adulterated alcoholic drinks, empty bottles and wine labels. The operation took place in the Yafin area of Badagry following information provided by members of the public. Police arrested a 48-year-old man, identified as Anaebo Emeka […]