CSO Seeks Intervention Over Rising Hajj Flight Costs
A faith-based civil society organisation, the Independent Hajj Reporters, has called on the federal and state governments to introduce urgent support measures for airlines involved in the 2026 Hajj operations, citing rising aviation fuel costs. In a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Ibrahim Muhammad, the group warned that the sharp increase in Jet A1 […]
Senate Advances Bill to Repeal Police Trust Fund Act
The Senate of Nigeria on Tuesday passed for second reading a bill seeking to repeal the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (Establishment) Act, 2019 and replace it with a new framework to be known as the Nigeria Police Trust Fund Act, 2026. Leading debate on the bill, Senate Leader Michael Opeyemi Bamidele said the proposed legislation […]
Senate Declares Ondo South Seat Vacant
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has declared the Ondo South Senatorial seat vacant following the appointment of Jimoh Ibrahim as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations. Akpabio announced the development during Tuesday’s plenary, stating that the vacancy takes immediate effect in line with constitutional provisions. He directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) […]
Cleric Warns Against Vote-Buying Ahead of 2027
The Prelate of the Eternal Sacred Order of the Cherubim and Seraphim, David Bob-Manuel, has cautioned Nigerians against vote-buying and sentiment-driven voting ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during a visit to Cherubim and Seraphim churches in Ijebu Province, the cleric said such practices often lead to the emergence of unqualified leaders and undermine […]
Sokoto, UNFPA Train 500 Women as Midwives
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has partnered with the Sokoto State Government to train 500 young women as community midwives under a new scholarship programme aimed at improving maternal healthcare in rural areas. The initiative was unveiled at the state’s 8th Council on Health meeting, where officials said the scheme would help expand access […]
Reps Seek Longer Wait Before SIM Reassignment
The House of Representatives has urged the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to extend the waiting period for reassigning inactive phone numbers to 18 months. Lawmakers said the proposed extension from the current 12 months—would enhance compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act and reduce risks of fraud, identity theft, and wrongful criminal allegations linked to […]
Diri Advocates Combined Strategy to Tackle Insecurity
Douye Diri has reiterated that a mix of kinetic and non-kinetic approaches remains essential to addressing Nigeria’s growing security challenges. The governor made the remark during a courtesy visit by participants of the Executive Intelligence Management Course 19 from the National Institute for Security Studies at Government House, Yenagoa. He was represented by his deputy, […]
Osun Govt Defends Spending, Dismisses Mismanagement Claims
The administration of Governor Ademola Adeleke has defended its handling of public finances, insisting that state resources are being managed transparently and in line with due process. The clarification was made by the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, during an interview on Westernspring Television in Osogbo, which was later shared on the state’s official X account […]
Police Rescue 17 Abducted Pupils in Kogi, Search Continues
The Nigeria Police Force in Kogi State has rescued 17 pupils abducted from an Islamic school in Lokoja, while operations continue to secure the release of remaining victims. The pupils were kidnapped on Saturday night when armed men invaded an Islamic institution with an attached orphanage located in Zariagi along the NNPC Road axis near Kabba […]
Nigeria Demands Action as Xenophobic Attacks Kill Two in South Africa
Fresh xenophobic violence in South Africa has claimed the lives of two Nigerians, heightening tensions within the diaspora community and prompting urgent diplomatic engagement between both countries. The Nigerian Consulate General in Johannesburg confirmed that Amaramiro Emmanuel and Ekpenyong Andrew were killed in separate incidents linked to rising anti-foreigner sentiment. Consul-General Ninikanwa Okey-Uche said Emmanuel […]
