President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s determination to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, a move that would make the country the first on the African continent to stage the prestigious sporting event. Tinubu’s commitment was conveyed in Abuja by Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), during a reception for members of …
The Lagos State Police Command said it has arrested a 55-year-old Samsideen Oladiti, popularly known as ‘Shamelon’, in connection with cases of murder and assault at Lagos Island. The command made this known in a statement on its X handle on Friday, September 19, signed by the State Deputy Police Public Relations Officer, Babaseyi Oluseyi. …
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved an operating licence for Apices Finance Company Limited to boost lending to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and deepen financial inclusion in the country. The approval was conveyed in a letter signed by the Director of Financial Policy and Regulation, Rita Sike, on Thursday, September 18. It …
Troops of the Nigerian Army have uncovered and dismantled an illegal arms manufacturing factory in Heipang District, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, raising hopes for improved security in the troubled North-Central region. The operation, conducted on Wednesday by soldiers of the 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace, followed actionable intelligence on …
President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Senator John Azuta-Mbata, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to order the release of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, insisting there is no longer any justification for his continued detention. Azuta-Mbata made the call in a video message posted on X (formerly …
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has introduced drone technology to boost traffic monitoring and security surveillance across the state. The innovation marks a shift from manual enforcement to digital intelligence systems. Speaking at the launch, LASTMA General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, said the drones will provide real-time aerial coverage of major traffic corridors, enabling …
The Abia State Government has successfully concluded a 12-day intensive capacity-building training for 5,349 newly recruited teachers, ahead of the 2025/2026 academic session scheduled to commence on 22 September. The training, which took place in Aba, was organised by the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education in collaboration with the Education Reform and Innovation Team …
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Kaduna State says many workers are yet to benefit from the ₦72,000 minimum wage in the state. Those excluded include primary school teachers, local government employees, and primary healthcare workers. NLC Chairperson, Ayuba Magaji Suleiman, explained that while the state government has started implementing the new wage, the adjustment …
Pensioners under the Nigerian Union of Pensioners (NUP), Federal Civil Service chapter, have threatened to stage a protest on October 1 over the non-implementation of their ₦32,000 pension increase. The group said while the new ₦70,000 minimum wage has been implemented for workers, pensioners remain excluded from the adjustment. READ ALSO: Retired Military Pensioners Picket …
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have dropped one place to 45th in the latest FIFA World Ranking, raising fresh concerns about their fading hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The slip marks Nigeria’s lowest ranking in five years and sees them overtaken by African champions Côte d’Ivoire, who now sit 44th. The decline reflects …
