Ebonyi Police Command has arrested a 40-year-old man, Ugwumba Francis Enyinnaya, for allegedly impersonating a lawyer, appearing in The post Ebonyi: Police arrest fake lawyer practicing for over 11 years appeared first on Tribune Online.

It is intended to fund critical infrastructure, agriculture, education and other key sectors of the economy in line with the administration’s development priorities. The post Tinubu Seeks NASS Approval For $20.5bn, €1.45bn Supplementary Borrowing Plan appeared first on Channels Television.

Tinubu said the proposed borrowing would be deployed to key sectors of the economy, including infrastructure, agriculture, healthcare, education, water supply, security, employment generation and financial management reforms. The post Tinubu Asks Senate to Approve $20.52bn, €1.05bn Foreign Loans appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

US rapper Macklemore has launched a series of benefit concerts for Palestinians, opening with a sold-out show in Dublin featuring Irish singer Hozier, rap group Kneecap and several other performers. The concert took place at the 3Arena on Monday, October 26, with appearances from Irish folk band Beoga, singer-songwriter Lina Makoul, Dead Prez member M1 […]

The Ansaru group, which is linked to Al-Qaeda, has claimed responsibility for the killing of Malam Yahaya Masussuka, accusing him of being an infidel. The group confirmed its responsibility for the killing in an audio message released today. In the message, Ansaru said it carried out the attack at around 8:30 p.m. In written Hausa […]

For residents, finding an affordable house in Owerri may be likened to a Herculean task, only achievable with a huge financial war chest and the ability not to get offended. Residents complain that it is increasingly difficult to get a new apartment, not because people are relocating from the villages or other States to Owerri. […]

The police said the arrest followed a discreet investigation by operatives of the command after receiving a petition that the suspect allegedly obtained money by false pretence. The post Police arrest alleged fake lawyer after 10 years of impersonation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has described Nigeria’s health sector workforce as the best, expressing confidence in the capacity of government officials to tackle the country’s healthcare and malnutrition challenges. She made this remark on Monday when she received a delegation of the US-based organisation, Operation End Starvation, led by the Coordinating Minister of Health and […]

A consortium of five civil society organisations has launched the Nigeria Election Data Observatory (NEDO), a joint election monitoring and data-sharing initiative designed to strengthen independent verification of election results, track electoral incidents and improve public access to credible information ahead of the 2027 general elections. The consortium, comprising Dataphyte Foundation, YIAGA Africa, BudgIT Foundation, […]

The Kogi State House of Assembly has unanimously passed the proposed constitutional amendment for the establishment of state police in Nigeria, citing the need to strengthen internal security, improve emergency response and create employment opportunities for youths. The Speaker of the House, Aliyu Umar Yusuf, disclosed this during plenary deliberations on the Constitution Alteration Bill […]

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. The parents of a 3-year-old soccer player say a youth league in Florida removed him and called the police on him because he played too well.  Nevada Pierre was playing in an i9 Sports league game at Martin Luther King Jr. Park on Saturday, 24 October, when a league official and his parents, Martasia Griffin […] The post Police Called on a “Too Good” 3-Year-Old Football Star in Florida appeared first on The News Chronicle.

The Secretary-General of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAqF), Taiwo Orise, has backed a 15-year-old Nigerian swimmer to win a medal at the Youth Olympic Games, citing his natural talent, commitment and steady improvement despite limited training facilities and competition opportunities. Orise said the youngster, who has been shortlisted to represent Nigeria at the Youth Olympic […]

By Gift ChapiOdekina,Abuja The House of Representatives has called for stricter regulations on the importation of electric vehicles (EVs), compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles and related equipment, proposing mandatory local maintenance centres, genuine spare parts and after-sales support for importers. The lawmakers also urged the Federal Government to establish a transparent licensing framework for companies […] The post Reps move to tighten rules for EV, CNG vehicle imports, demand local service centres appeared first on Vanguard News.

A former Deputy Vice Chancellor Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, formerly Benue State University, Makurdi, Prof. Yakubu Ochefu has rejected his appointment by the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) to its national campaign council. Ochefu, a professor of Economic History and Strategic Studies, said he was not a member of the NDC, adding that he […]

The Nigeria Revenue Service, NRS, has moved to address concerns surrounding Nigeria’s new tax reforms, assuring taxpayers that the standard Value Added Tax, VAT, rate remains at 7.5 per cent. Speaking during a Nigeria Revenue Service, NRS, stakeholders' engagement and tax reform sensitisation program in Kano, the Tax Administrator in charge of Kano, Jigawa and […] NRS addresses taxpayers’ concerns, says VAT remains at 7.5%

President Bola Tinubu has forwarded the Transfer of Convicted Offenders (Enactment and Enforcement) (Amendment) Bill, 2026, to the House of Representatives for consideration The post Reps receive Tinubu’s bill to facilitate transfer of prisoners to foreign countries appeared first on Tribune Online.

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to approve a fresh external borrowing plan worth $20.51bn and €1.45bn to fund government projects and address financing gaps in the 2026 and 2027 fiscal years. The request was conveyed in a letter addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and read during plenary on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. […] The post BREAKING: Tinubu Seeks Fresh $22bn Foreign Loans for 2026, 2027 Projects appeared first on The News Chronicle.

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has asked the Federal High Court to commit nine individuals linked to Western Metal Products Company (WEMPCO) to prison over alleged disobedience of a court order in a dispute involving ₦61.45bn in outstanding debt. The post UBA Seeks Jail Term for WEMPCO Directors Over ₦61.45bn Debt appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, have arrived at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium in Port Harcourt for the unveiling of candidates backed by the Rainbow Coalition. The event is expected to feature the unveiling of candidates for the presidency and various elective positions in Rivers State, […]

She described playing for Spain as a dream shared by many young female footballers and said winning the World Cup with the national team would be one of the greatest achievements of her career.

The independent ministerial committee investigating the deaths of 33 persons in the custody of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Minna, Niger State, has recommended N1.4 billion in compensation for the victims’ families and survivors. The committee also recommended the dismissal of personnel whose actions directly led to the deaths, describing the […]

The independent ministerial committee investigating the deaths of 33 persons in the custody of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Minna, Niger State, has recommended N1.4 billion in compensation for the victims’ families and survivors. The committee also recommended the dismissal of personnel whose actions directly led to the deaths, describing the […]