THE recent arrest of five suspected kidnappers linked to the abduction of 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members, alongside the arrest of fugitive Faisal Maina, represents a significant achievement by the Department of State Services (DSS) The post DSS arrest of NYSC kidnappers, Faisal Maina: Why intelligence must take centre stage appeared first on Tribune Online.

Nollywood actress Rachael Okonkwo has reportedly tied the knot with Lagos-based billionaire Chukwudi Onuorah, according to entertainment blogger Stella Dimokoko. Dimokoko claimed that the actress and Onuorah, a widower, held their traditional marriage ceremony, known as Iku Aka in Igbo culture, on Sunday, October 11, 2026. The ceremony reportedly took place at the actress’ family [...]

Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals’ Initial Public Offering has emerged as Africa’s first pan-African public offering, attracting subscriptions from investors in 51 of Africa’s 54 countries and over 90 countries globally. The unprecedented participation has already set new capital market records, breaking the Nigerian market record on its opening day and surpassing the previous African […]

The Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRC) has sanctioned 33 audit firms for violating its regulatory requirements, particularly Rule 14 on Non-Compliance with Laws and Regulations (NOCLAR). The Council also identified nine audit firms that failed to register with the FRC and contravened Rule 14, raising concerns about compliance with the framework governing external auditors […]

BUA Foods Plc has urged distributors, wholesalers and retailers to support the nationwide distribution of its newly launched Bakers Pride Flour, saying consistent availability would be central to the product’s success. The charge was given over the weekend at the trade launch of the flour brand in Kano, which brought together bakers, bakery owners, distributors, […]

With the Federal Government’s debts to power generation companies hitting the N6 trillion mark at the end of 2025, the government has gone to the bond market to raise funds to make up for its inability to fund electricity subsidies from the national budget. NERC, in its 2025 industry report, put the Federal Government’s gross […] The post FG turns to bonds to tackle N6trn debt appeared first on Vanguard News.

The federal government has been urged to address conflicting interests across Nigeria’s gas value chain, as newly indigenous gas infrastructure companies seek clearer rules to expand investment and deliver gas to industry, transport and households. Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Gas), Rt. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, gave the assurance when he received the Board and Management […]

Communities in Eleme local government area of Rivers State are calling on the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) to replace their obsolete facilities in the area They said the call became necessary following the gas explosion at a pipeline belonging to the NNPCL Gas Servicing Company, (NGSC) at Aleto community in Eleme LGA. Leaders […]

Television producers have asked women to seek clear, practical and culturally relevant information to prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and early childhood. They warned that fear, uncertainty and misinformation could affect their experiences before, during and after delivery. Speaking recently in Lagos, Aisha Lawal, the director of Studio Production at AREWA24, said that access to reliable […]

University of Calabar (UNICAL) has conferred its Most Distinguished Alumni Award on a chemist, Akwaowo Reuben Idongesit, the acting registrar/chief executive officer of the Institute of Chartered Chemists of Nigeria (ICCON). The award is in recognition of his professional excellence, leadership and contributions to the chemistry profession. A statement signed by his media team, explained […]

Governor Bala Mohammed has expressed sorrow over the death of Alhaji Ibrahim Ladan Duguri, the executive secretary of the Bauchi State Health Contributory Management Agency (BASHCMA)and four of his children in a road accident. The governor described the incident as a devastating loss to the bereaved family and the entire state. The accident, which occurred […]

First Lady of Zamfara State, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to supporting farmers and empowering women to boost agricultural production and ensure food security. She stated this yesterday during the 2026 World Food Day celebration, organised by the Nigerian Association of Women in Agriculture (NAWIA), in Gusau, the state capital. […]

Zamfara State deputy governor, Malam Mani Mummuni Masamar Mudi, yesterday received the national director of the Malaria Consortium Programme, Dr Chibuzo Oguama, in his office in Gusau, the state capital. Mummuni expressed delight over the distribution of 3.5 million mosquito nets, promotion of community participation in malaria prevention and control initiatives, raising public awareness on […]

A former Ekiti State governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has called on the federal government to improve the remuneration, working conditions and career prospects of health professionals to stem the migration of Nigerian doctors abroad. He also urged the government to negotiate structured agreements requiring countries that recruit Nigerian health workers to contribute towards training replacements. […]

One of Nigeria’s leading filmmakers, Dr Sam Idiagbonya, has asked Nollywood practitioners to leverage Abuja’s infrastructure and facilities and embrace strategic partnerships to reduce production costs, attract investment and unlock the economic potential of the country’s film industry. Idiagbonya, who is the president and chief creative officer of Fedmas Studios, said the Federal Capital Territory […]

A few days ago, the Lagos State Police Command reportedly apprehended a male suspect who allegedly attempted to steal a luxury Toyota Tundra. He drove in a reckless manner, injuring a number of people and damaging some vehicles. The post The rampaging Lagos car thief appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has defended the track record of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration in Northern Nigeria, citing a sweeping portfolio of major infrastructure and development projects designed to transform the region. He said that projects worth billions of naira, being initiated by the North East Development Commission (NEDC) under the administration, […]

The member representing Wase Federal Constituency of Plateau State in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ahmed Idris Wase, has spearheaded a meeting of traditional, political and community leaders in Bashar Chiefdom to address security challenges rocking the area. The meeting, which took place at the Palace of the Rekna of Bashar, Alhaji Abdullahi Idris, was […]

Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has promised that the state government would collaborate with the nation’s security agencies to provide adequate security for the successful hosting of the prestigious 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards in Lagos on 7th December. Sanwo-Olu assured a CAF delegation visiting Lagos that key arrangements, including security, […]

A YouTube-based investigative commentator, Benedict, has alleged that violent attacks and mass displacement in parts of Nigeria may be linked to the exploitation of mineral resources, claiming that criminal networks, politically connected individuals and foreign mining interests are benefiting from insecurity in affected communities. In an investigation update dated June 16, 2026, Benedict examined developments […] The post How Banditry May Be Linked To Exploitation Of Nigeria’s Mineral Wealth appeared first on OsunDefender.

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Topa Olusegun Peter, has raised the alarm over the alleged unauthorised use of his name as a governorship aspirant ahead of the 2027 election. He said his name was used without his knowledge and consent. The controversy comes as political activities and alignments ahead […]

“AN entrepreneur thinks in three generations: idea generation (creativity), profit generation (prosperity), and the next generation (posterity). - ThinkUP” The post The triple bottom line 2 appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Sokoto Youth Emancipation Front (SYEF) has dismissed objections raised by African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Sokoto State, Manir Muhammad Dan’iya, over the nomination of Prof. Mustapha Ahmed Aliyu as a national commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Dan’iya, through his media aide, Aminu Abdullahi, had urged President Bola Tinubu to […]

Poor People In Nigeria May Peak To Highest Globally – EU Warns Govt Should Subsidise Food, Transport, Others To Ease Hardship – Analysts Nigerians have criticised the Federal Government over the persistent economic hardship, questioning the impact of its economic reforms as fresh inflation figures and warnings about the country’s poverty crisis expose the gap […] The post Inflation, Poverty: Nigerians Slam FG Despite World Bank’s Growth Outlook appeared first on OsunDefender.

Child abuse remains one of the most serious threats facing children around the world. It occurs when a child is subjected to physical, emotional or sexual harm, or when those responsible for the child fail to provide the care and protection the child needs. The post Child abuse: A growing threat to the safety and future of children appeared first on Tribune Online.

Kano State governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, could play a pivotal role in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for a second term by helping the All Progressives Congress (APC) strengthen its political position across Northern Nigeria, a political analyst, Abdulmalik Suleiman said. Suleiman, in a statement released in Kano over the weekend, argued that the […]

BY PATIENCE IVIE IHEJIRIKA and AZA MSUE A professor of virology and former vice-chancellor of Redeemer’s University, Oyewale Tomori, has warned that Nigeria could become more dependent on foreign assistance under its health agreement with the United States (US). He cited concerns over data sharing, pathogen access and the sustainability of funding. Also, the Northern […]

GROWTH is pivotal to the development process and it is exemplified by holistic, progressive, qualitative and quantitative changes. The post Guide to phenomenal growth appeared first on Tribune Online.

When S. Truett Cathy died on September 8th at ninety-three, he left behind the largest family-owned fast-food chain in America. It currently has over 3000 restaurants globally, and the family has refused to take it public. The post The man who sold chicken to build people appeared first on Tribune Online.

Something bizarre happened last week at the chambers of the 10th Senate. But because Nigerians are used to what comes out of the current Senate, very little is being said about it. And that is the Senate’s decision to declare that there is no vacancy in the leadership of the 11th Senate. It all began […]

As Party Members Question Governor’s Moral Ground To Enforce Loyalty Alliance Will Secure Justice, Benefits – Group The inclusion and acceptance of Governor Ademola Adeleke as Osun State Coordinator of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Committee is threatening the electoral fortunes of some of the Accord Party’s National and State Assembly candidates in the […] The post Adeleke’s Romance With APC Puts Accord Assembly Candidates At Risk  appeared first on OsunDefender.