The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano Strategic Command, has arrested a suspected drug trafficker and seized 510 blocks of cannabis sativa in a major operation ahead of the The post NDLEA nabs suspect, seizes 510 blocks of cannabis in Kano ahead of Eid-el-Fitr appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State has dismissed allegations by the Kwankwasiyya faction of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) accusing the state government of influencing court proceedings, The post Kano APC refutes claims of influencing  court proceeding appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State has issued a stern warning to insurgent collaborators and political actors seeking to exploit the state’s security challenges, declaring that the government will The post Zulum vows to crush resurgent insurgency, warns political saboteurs in statewide broadcast appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

From JOHN MKOM, Jalingo ‎ The Taraba State Police Command on Thursday confirmed the killing three of its officer, a vigilante leader and other villagers were killed by armed bandits. The post Police confirm killing of officer, vigilant leader, others in Taraba appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Ogun State Waste Management Authority (OGWAMA), Abayomi Hunye, has said that he was not sacked by the state government.  He dismissed reports about The post I was not sacked from OGWAMA, says Hunye appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

SXSW London has unveiled its first lineup for the 2026 edition, which will bring together a diverse mix of artists from around the world. The festival will take place from The post Tiwa Savage, Odumodublvck, others lead SXSW London 2026 line-up appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has presented Toyin Abraham with the Box Office Champion award for her film “Oversabi Aunty”, which grossed over 1 billion naira at The post NFVCB awards Toyin Abraham for ‘Oversabi Aunty’ N1bn box office milestone appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) has warned of a possible return of fuel scarcity and rising pump prices if urgent measures are not taken to address The post Reps committee warns of looming fuel scarcity, return of queue appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

…calls for stronger economic cooperation amid global challenges … As Starmer hails historic visit, affirms commitment to broaden partnership President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday declared that Nigeria and the The post Nigeria, UK seal £746m ports deal as Tinubu pushes deeper trade ties appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Chief of Defence Intelligence (CDI), Lieutenant General Emmanuel Undiandeye, has said that joint training among security and intelligence agencies enhances coordination and strengthens national security. Lt.-Gen. Undiandeye said this The post Why inter-agency training is key to national security — Defence Intelligence Chief appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Former member of the House of Representatives, Farah Dagogo, has called on the electorate to engage in deep reflection and renewed civic responsibility ahead of the 2027 general elections. Dagogo The post Dagogo calls for renewed civic responsibility ahead 2027 elections appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Abia State Postal Manager, Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST), Mrs Winifred Amadi, has lamented the growing cases of encroachment on lands and other property of NIPOST in some parts of Abia State. Mrs Amadi, who led members of her management team on a courtesy call to Governor Alex Otti on Wednesday, reported to the governor […] NIPOST raises alarm over property encroachment in Abia

The Federal Commissioner of the National Population Commission, Hajia Sa’adatu Dogonbauchi, has empowered youths and women in Kaduna South Local Government Area with start-up tools to boost small-scale businesses. The The post NPC commissioner empowers Kaduna South youths, women with business tools appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday received President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at Downing Street, as both countries finalised a £70 million steel supply agreement to support the rehabilitation of two major ports in Lagos. Under the arrangement, British Steel will provide about 120,000 tonnes of steel for the upgrade of the Lagos Port Complex […] Starmer hosts Tinubu as UK, Nigeria seal £70m steel deal for Lagos ports

Medical experts and academics have warned that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will not replace human scientists, but will inevitably take the jobs of professionals who refuse to adapt to emerging digital The post AI will only replace ignorant professionals, Neuroscientists warn appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA) has announced plans to commence rehabilitation on deteriorated stretches of roads in the Southwest, including the notorious Ijebu Ode and Igbeti routes, offering renewed The post FERMA set to rehabilitate bad roads in southwest, boosts motorists’ hopes appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Oba Abimbola Owoade has warned that Nigeria’s social, economic, and political progress will remain in disarray without a solid moral foundation. In a message marking Eid-Fitri, conveyed through his The post Eid-Fitri: Alaafin of Oyo stresses moral values as foundation for national development appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

…Lokpobiri praises president’s love for N’Delta …beneficiaries present award to Tinubu in UK The Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, has assured the people of the Niger Delta that President Bola The post Tinubu will keep funding amnesty programme, says Minister  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

As the countdown to the 2027 general elections intensifies, 38-year-old political scientist Francis Onyema has formally informed former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan of his intention to run for The post 2027: 38-year-old aspirant Onyema consults Obasanjo, Jonathan ahead of declaration appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The moon sighting process by Muslims in Nigeria is a traditional and centralised process led by the Sultan of Sokoto, who is also the President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council The post Ramadan Moon Sighting: How Nigerian Muslims determine Eid-el-Fitr date appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Minister of Power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu, says the Federal Government has taken decisive steps to address persistent gas supply challenges affecting electricity generation. Adelabu said this on Thursday in The post FG addressing persistent gas supply challenges – Minister appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Delegates of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) from the six South-west States have stepped up preparations for the party’s 2026 zonal congress scheduled for Wednesday, 25 March, in Lagos. The post APC South-west delegates intensify preparations for zonal congress appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, on Thursday, appointed four professors under its Professorial Endowment Chair initiative to prevent the extinction of the Igbo language. The appointed scholars include Prof. Mercy Nnyigide The post Ohanaeze appoints four Professors to salvage Igbo language from extinction appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and across the world on the successful completion of the 1447AH Ramadan fast and the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr. In a The post Eid-el-Fitr: ACF, Makarfi advocate for good governance, resilience appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

As Muslims in Lagos and across Nigeria mark Eid-el-Fitr, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has extended greetings to the faithful, describing the festival as The post Eid-el-Fitr: Obasa urges support for Tinubu, highlights gains of reforms appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Federal Republic of Nigeria and the United Kingdom has signed three Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for improved bilateral relations and economic developments for both countries.  The MoU are on The post Nigeria, UK sign MoU on migration, border security, expansion of business visas appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has expressed concern over growing public distrust in Nigeria’s electoral system, urging comprehensive reforms to restore citizens’ confidence. The Acting State Director of NOA, Ifeoma The post NOA raises alarm over electoral distrust, calls for reforms ahead of 2027 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Residents of Osun State have begun receiving no fewer than 1,600 bags of 50kg rice distributed by the Renewed Hope Ambassadors to support Muslim and Christian faithful during the Ramadan The post Renewed Hope Ambassadors distribute 1,600 bags of rice to Osun residents for Ramadan, Lent appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Alayemore of Ido-Osun, Oba Oyetunde Ishola Jokotola has lauded President Bola Tinubu for approving the recruitment of 50,000 policemen into the Nigeria Police Force.  He described the move as The post Security: Osun monarch lauds Tinubu over approval of recruitment of 50,000 policemen  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI), under the leadership of the Sultan of Sokoto, has expressed shock and deep concern over the recent triple bomb blasts in Maiduguri. In a statement The post JNI condemns Maiduguri triple blasts, seeks decisive government action appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Chief of Defence Intelligence (CDI), Lieutenant General Emmanuel Undiandeye, said that training intelligence officers in investigation, behavioral analysis, and interrogation will strengthen their effectiveness in combating insurgency, terrorism, organized The post Counter-terrorism success hinges on skilled intelligence officers – CDI  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigerian marketing communications leader, Anietie Udoh, has been named to the prestigious Powerlist of the Most Influential People in Business by the Symbol Awards, marking a defining moment in his The post Symbol Awards name Anietie Udoh among World’s most influential business figures   appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

… President urges deeper economic ties, joint action on terrorism, climate threats … Starmer hails historic visit, pledges to elevate bilateral cooperation President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday called for The post In meeting with Starmer, Tinubu seeks stronger Nigeria–UK trade, security alliance amid global pressures appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Veteran actor Pa James has lauded Wale Adenuga Productions for their professional conduct and prompt payment of actors. Speaking in a recent conversation with Lucky Udu, Pa James expressed his The post Pa James lauds Wale Adenuga productions for fairness, prompt payments appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The United States has expanded its visa bond programme to cover 50 countries, requiring applicants from affected nations to pay up to $15,000 for certain visas. According to the US The post FULL LIST: US expands $15,000 visa bond policy to 12 more countries   appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has disclosed the cause of the Wednesday auto crash in Lagos. According to a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of LASEMA, Dr The post Excessive speed caused Lagos auto crash, says LASEMA appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.