The Lagos State Government has approved a 13 per cent increase in fares across all Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) schemes and standard routes, following appeals by public transport operators over The post Sanwo-Olu approves 13% fare hike for BRT appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department of the Ghana Police Service, COP Lydia Yarkor Donkor, has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the Headmaster of Swedru School of Business (SWESBUS) to produce the students involved in a violent incident at Agona Swedru, warning that failure to comply will attract serious consequences. COP Donkor delivered the […]

At least nine people have been confirmed dead following a violent attack on a relaxation spot in Doruwa Babuje community, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. The incident occurred at approximately 7:15 p.m. on Sunday night, leaving the community in shock. Eyewitnesses reported that gunmen stormed the relaxation spot, opening fire indiscriminately before […]

No fewer than four traders have been feared killed on Monday when gunmen ambushed a group of six shoe sellers travelling from Gangare, Jos North LGA to Pankshin LGA for business transaction in Plateau State. LEADERSHIP gathered that the victims were attacked by the gunmen before reaching Mangu Hale in Mangu LGA of the State. […]

Google experts and the partner organisations have urged African universities to take deliberate steps to shape how artificial intelligence (AI) is integrated into higher education, warning that the continent risks The post Google experts urge African varsities to take lead in AI education reform appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Wards and Local Government Congress Appeals Committee for Lagos State has said it received several petitions and resolved them amicably. The Chairman of the five-man committee, Mr Emmanuel Egbabor, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Lagos. Egbabor said the adoption of […]

Ten finalist teams from across the Greater Accra Region have been officially inducted into the next stage of the GSTEP (Ghana Science and Tech Explorer Prize) challenge. The ceremony was held on 23rd February at the Latter-day Saints Church in Tema Community 2.

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has projected an annual 17.6million passenger capacity at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, upon completion of the ongoing rehabilitation of Terminals 1 and 2. In a report titled “When Growth Outpaces Design: The Pressure of Rising Passenger Traffic at MMIA,” FAAN said the combined capacity of […]

FAAN confirmed that a crane was deployed to aid rescue efforts at the control tower, where 14 people were initially trapped during the fire, saying all were safely rescued and evacuated from the facility without fatal injuries.

The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Adamawa Chapter, has called for the urgent passage of the Special Seats Bill (HB.1349) to improve women’s representation in governance. Ms Felicia Dauda, the branch Chairperson made the call on Monday during a press conference in Yola. Dauda said the association joined the nationwide advocacy for the bill, […]

….Air traffic controllers evacuated with crane …six persons injured  A major fire outbreak on Monday afternoon disrupted flight operations at Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, forcing three The post British Airways, Lufthansa, Emirates reroute flights after fire guts MMIA Terminal 1 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara State has been thrown into turmoil following allegations of betrayal levelled against former governor and Zamfara West Senator, Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar, over the recent conduct of the party’s ward and local government congresses. A chieftain of the party from Birnin Magaji Local Government Area of the State, Ibrahim […]

Ojelabi said Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu approved the increase after appeals from regulated operators over mounting economic pressures threatening operational sustainability. The post Lagos approves 13% rise in BRT fare appeared first on Vanguard News.

Experts have highlighted the importance of macroeconomic stability, infrastructure investment, and digital innovation in driving Africa’s economic growth, with a focus on implementing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement. This was contained in the Colloquium issued at the end of the third Prof Uche Uwaleke (PUU) Biennial Colloquium on the Capital Market held […]

The Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service, COP Lydia Yarkor Donkor, has visited the Swedru School of Business following a violent attack on a student during a zonal athletics competition in Agona Swedru.

The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) has alerted the public of fraudulent individuals impersonating its Director General, Abubakar Sulaiman, through unauthorised phone numbers and digital platforms. In a statement issued by the D-G on Monday, in Abuja, NILDS revealed that unknown individuals had been contacting citizens, falsely claiming to represent or act […]

The Obidient Movement contests the APC's AMAC election outcome, citing violence, intimidation, and a tragic killing, demanding an immediate investigation.

Passengers travelling through Terminal 2 at Kotoka International Airport will soon experience faster and more convenient security screening as Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) moves to install advanced 3D analogue baggage scanners, Managing Director Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare has announced.

President Mahama has announced plans to open Ghana’s industrial water supply sector to private participation.

Former Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, Chidi Odinkalu, has criticised opposition political parties and leaders over their handling of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, elections, describing them as ineffective and disorganised. The former NHRC chairman specifically stated that, in his view, there is presently no credible opposition in Nigeria. Speaking on Politics […] ‘A disgrace, there’s no opposition in Nigeria’ – Odinkalu slams Atiku, Amaechi, Peter Obi

A cross-section of taxpayers has commended the newly launched national Tax ID portal, describing it as seamless, fast, and user-friendly. The portal is jointly managed by the Joint Revenue Board (JRB) and the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS). It was launched on January 1, 2026, as Nigeria’s centralised taxpayer database. The platform allows individuals to generate […]

National Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Muhammed Haruna, has expressed surprise that the Commission is being blamed for the low voter turnout in the recently concluded FCT Area Councils polls. Haruna made the remark on Monday while fielding questions in an interview on Trust TV. He was reacting to the FCT Area […] FCT polls: I’m surprised INEC is blamed for low turnout – National Commissioner, Haruna

Wolves striker Tolu Arokodare and Sunderland midfielder Romaine Mundle were the latest players to be targeted on Sunday. The post Police probe racist abuse of Arokodare, Fofana, 2 others appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kalu Okoronkwo explains how Nigeria’s reliance on 2006 census figures may undermine fair representation and democratic legitimacy before the 2027 elections.

Nigeria’s power generation has remained stagnated at just 4,000 megawatts for years—despite an installed capacity of 15,500MW—largely due to over N6.2 trillion in unpaid debts crippling the sector, Dr. Joy Ogaji, CEO of the Association of Power Generation Companies (APGC), revealed on Monday. Speaking on capacity payments, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), and operational realities in […]

Team Edo delivered a stunning performance on the opening day of the swimming competition at the second Niger Delta Games in Benin, securing six of the nine available gold medals. The hosts displaced established powerhouses Rivers, Delta, and Bayelsa at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium’s aquatic centre. Outstanding displays from Precious Tissa, Lucky Ayeni, and Joy […]

The Kaduna State House of Assembly on Monday received a bill seeking approval of N150.12 billion for the 23 local government councils in the state for the 2026 fiscal year. The News Agency of Nigeria NAN reports that the bill, which proposes an appropriation of N150.12billion, aimed at funding the activities of the councils for […]

The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Awutu Senya, Eghan Kalala Nyamekye, has confirmed that eight students sustained injuries with three reported to be in critical condition following a violent incident at the District Schools Athletics Games in Agona Swedru.

The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has presented assorted food items to the Ghana Prisons Service to support inmates across the country during the holy month of Ramadan.

The United States Mission in Nigeria has assured Nigerian students and exchange participants holding valid F1 and J1 visas that they will not be affected by the planned visa restrictions, saying existing valid documents remaines secure despite the forthcoming partial suspension. In a post shared via X on Monday, the Mission stated that holders of […]

The All Progressives Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party have traded words over the outcome of the 2026 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections, offering sharply different interpretations of The post APC, PDP trade words over FCT election results appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

"He was arrested at an address in Camden on Monday, 23 February and has been taken to a London police station for interview," the Met added. The post UK ex-envoy Peter Mandelson arrested on suspicion of misconduct appeared first on Vanguard News.

UEFA suspends Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni for alleged racial abuse of Vinicius Jr during the Champions League, as investigation into the incident continues.

UEFA suspends Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni for alleged racial abuse of Vinicius Jr during the Champions League, as investigation into the incident continues.

Allegations against former Zamfara governor Abdulaziz Yari spark an APC crisis, with claims of financial pressure and anti-democratic practices in congresses.

The Chamber of Aquaculture (COA) Ghana says it is targeting about $10million in investments for businesses in the blue food sector through the establishment of it Blue food innovation hub in ten years. The hub is expected to serve as a platform for research, skills development, entrepreneurship, and the adoption of new technologies across the […]