Gunmen Abduct Nine Worshippers In Benue Night Vigil
The Benue State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of nine worshippers during a night vigil at St. John’s Catholic Church in Ojije community, Utonkon district of Ado Local Government Area. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Edet Udeme, disclosed the incident on Monday, saying the victims were taken by armed assailants who stormed the […]
Otti Signs Senior Citizens Welfare Law In Abia
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has signed into law a Senior Citizens Bill providing lifelong welfare support for indigenes aged 60 and above. The new law guarantees a monthly stipend, full access to healthcare in public hospitals, and priority treatment in government services for eligible senior citizens across the state. Otti signed the bill alongside […]
Falconets Travel To Dakar For Senegal Showdown
Nigeria’s U-20 women’s team, the Falconets, will depart for Dakar on Tuesday ahead of their crucial clash with Senegal in the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. Senegal will host the second leg of the third-round qualifying tie on Saturday in Dakar, with Nigeria holding a narrow advantage from the first leg. The Falconets […]
NERC Seeks Judges’ Familiarisation With State Power Laws
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has called for greater familiarisation of judges with state electricity laws following the devolution of regulatory oversight to sub-national governments. NERC Chairman, Dr. Musiliu Oseni, made the call on Monday at the 2026 Judges’ Seminar organised by the National Judicial Institute (NJI) in Abuja, noting that effective adjudication now […]
FRSC Warns Against One-Way Driving On Lagos–Ibadan Expressway
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has warned motorists on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway against driving against traffic as rehabilitation works continue on the Kara Bridge, stressing that violators will be penalised regardless of their status. The Lagos Sector Commander of the FRSC, Mr. Kehinde Hamzat, issued the warning on Monday during an on-the-spot assessment of […]
FG Resumes Abandoned Road Projects In Jigawa
The Federal Government has approved the resumption of three long-abandoned road projects in Jigawa State, following years of neglect that reportedly led to frequent accidents, loss of lives, and destruction of property. The affected roads are the Gaya–Shiwarin, Gaya–Kafin Hausa, and Kwanar Dumawa–Babura routes, which residents say have remained in poor condition despite repeated appeals […]
Osimhen Becomes Galatasaray’s Fourth-Highest Foreign Scorer
Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has become the club’s all-time fourth-highest scoring foreign player following his goal in Sunday’s Turkish Super Lig match against Rizespor. Osimhen reached the milestone during Galatasaray’s 3–0 away victory, sealing the win with the third goal in the 73rd minute. Barış Alper Yılmaz had given Galatasaray an early lead in the […]
Ndume Slams Electricity Tariff Hike, Banding System
Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South in the Nigerian Senate, has publicly criticised the recent electricity tariff hike and the banding system introduced by the Federal Government through the Minister of Power. he described the A, B, C electricity banding as discriminatory and unconstitutional, arguing that it creates unfair access to power and burdens ordinary […]
JAMB Closes 2026 UTME Registration February 26
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has reminded prospective candidates that registration for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) will close on February 26, 2026. The board urged candidates yet to complete their registration to do so immediately, stressing that the deadline would not be extended under any circumstances. This advisory was contained […]
Kidnapped Construction Workers Freed In Kwara Community
All seven construction workers abducted in Owa Onire community, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, have regained their freedom. The development was confirmed on Monday by the Commissioner for Works, Engr. Abdulquawy Olododo, who announced that the victims were released safely. In a statement signed by the Press Secretary, Olajide Abolarin, the commissioner commended […]
