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BREAKING: Senator Seriake Dickson Dumps PDP for NDC

Former Bayelsa State Governor and Senator representing Bayelsa West, Seriake Dickson, has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the newly registered Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). Senator Dickson made the announcement while... Read more »
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No NERD, No NYSC — FG Announces New Rule

The Federal Government has made compliance with the Nigeria Education Repository and Data Bank (NERD) compulsory for participation in or exemption from the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), tightening efforts to end... Read more »
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Johnbosco Onunkwo Chairs APC State Congress Screening Committee in Kwara State

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has successfully concluded the screening exercise for aspirants ahead of its 2026 State Congress in Kwara State, with Engr. Johnbosco Onunkwo chairing the National Congress five-man screening... Read more »
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Donald Trump Says He Doesn’t Care If Iran Plays at 2026 FIFA World Cup

President Donald Trump has said he is not bothered if Iran participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is set to be co-hosted by the U.S., Canada and Mexico amid the... Read more »
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NCDC Raises Alarm Over Rising Lassa Fever Infections Among Health Workers

The Head of the Department of Disease Prevention, Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, (NCDC), Dr. Tochi Okwor has expressed worry over the spread of Lassa Fever among healthcare providers in Nigerian health... Read more »
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Alex Otti Says Aba Will Keep Evolving as Economic Hub

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has promised his administration’s commitment to keep reinventing a conducive business environment to enhance the economic fortunes of the state. Otti gave the assurance on Wednesday while... Read more »
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Wike Promises Certificates of Occupancy for Indigenous FCT Residents

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has promised to issue Certificates of Occupancy (C of O) to the indigenous people of FCT, living on their ancestral land. Mr... Read more »
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Shock in Lagos APC as Newly Re-Elected Publicity Aide Karamo Yesiro Dies 24 Hours After Congress

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has expressed shock and deep sorrow over the sudden death of its newly elected Assistant Publicity Secretary, Mr Karamo Yesiro. The News Agency of... Read more »
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U.S. Marine Veteran Removed from Senate Hearing Over Iran Protest

A U.S. Marine Corps veteran was removed from the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support hearing on Wednesday for protesting against military action in Iran. Brian McGinnis, a Green... Read more »
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Tinubu More Powerful Than Trump – PDP Chieftain

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has stirred reactions after declaring that President Bola Tinubu is the most powerful president globally, even stronger than United States President Donald Trump. Speaking... Read more »
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World Bank Warns of Looming Jobs Crisis in Nigeria, Other Developing Nations

The World Bank has warned that Nigeria and other developing economies could face a deepening employment crisis over the next decade as youth populations surge far beyond available jobs. In a blog... Read more »
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President Tinubu Orders Suspension of FAAN Cashless System

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, to suspend the cashless payment system recently introduced by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). Keyamo announced the president’s directive... Read more »
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President Tinubu swears Tunji Disu in as 23rd IGP

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially sworn in Olatunji Disu as the substantive Inspector-General of Police (IGP). The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, Abuja on... Read more »
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Rita Maduagwu Leads Peaceful APC State Congress in Ebonyi

The All Progressives Congress (APC) on March 3 conducted its 2026 State Congress in Ebonyi State, with Rt. Hon. Barr. Rita Maduagwu chairing the National Congress Committee that oversaw the exercise. The... Read more »
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Fubara Submits Commissioner Nominees to Rivers Assembly

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has forwarded a list of commissioner nominees to the Rivers State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation. The nominees are said to have no strong political... Read more »
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Senior DIGs Attend Strategic Meeting Convened by IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu

Senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force, including Deputy Inspectors-General (DIGs) who served under the immediate past Inspector-General of Police (IGP), were present at a strategic meeting convened by the newly appointed... Read more »
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Three Civilians Killed as Troops Foil ISWAP Assault in Nganzai LGA

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI, in collaboration with Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF)/Hunters Group, successfully repelled an attack by suspected ISWAP terrorists in Damasak town, Nganzai Local Government Area. According to sources,... Read more »
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IGP Tunji Disu Inaugurates 8-Member Committee on State Police Implementation

The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has inaugurated a high-ranking eight-member committee to oversee the implementation of the state police and the unveiling of the policing vision after his confirmation on Tuesday.... Read more »
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Civil Defence Officer Arrested Over Alleged Vehicle Snatching in Abuja

A civil defence officer has been arrested for allegedly specialising in vehicle snatching in the Orozo area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. Security authorities confirmed that the suspect is linked... Read more »
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Cross River Lawmaker, Hon. Ovat Dickson Agbor Accused of Assaulting Wife Over Alleged Infidelity

A member of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Hon. Ovat Dickson Agbor, who represents Obubra I Constituency, has been accused of physically assaulting his wife following allegations of infidelity. Sources... Read more »