IJEBU-ODE — A storm of controversy has erupted over the succession process to the revered Awujale throne following the unprecedented decision of the Ilamuren Council of Kingmakers (Afobajes) to forward the names of five princes to Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun for consideration, rather than presenting a single candidate as dictated by long-standing tradition. The […]
Tinubu Honours June 12 Heroes, Renames Kaduna Petroleum Institute After Yar’Adua
Abuja, June 12, 2026 — President Bola Tinubu has announced the revitalisation and renaming of the Institute of Petroleum Studies in Kaduna in honour of the late Gen. Shehu Musa Yar’Adua, while also conferring national honours on dozens of pro-democracy activists and military officers who played significant roles in Nigeria’s June 12 democratic struggle. The […]
Lagos Reaffirms ‘No Child Left Behind’ Policy, Expands Access to Quality Education
The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing inclusive and quality education for every child through its “No Child Left Behind” policy. Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Mrs. Abisola Dokunu-Adegbite, made this known while monitoring the commencement of the 2026 Screening Test for admission into Model Colleges and upgraded Junior […]
NUJ Press Week 2026: Alhassan Yahya Demands Better Welfare, Protection for Journalists
The President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Comrade Alhassan Yahya, has called for improved welfare, stronger protection, and higher ethical standards for journalists across the country, describing the 2026 Press Week as a period for reflection, professional renewal, and collective advocacy rather than mere celebration. Speaking during the 2026 Press Week of the NUJ […]
Tinubu Orders MDAs to End Manual Processes, Pushes Full Digitisation
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to phase out manual processes and fully embrace digital operations, declaring that inefficiency in public service must end. Speaking on Wednesday at the opening of the International Civil Service Conference 2026 in Abuja, the President said his administration was transforming the Civil Service […]
NUT Condemns Attacks On Schools, Warns Of Possible Strike
The Nigeria Union of Teachers has condemned the recent attacks on schools, teachers and students in parts of the country, describing the incidents as barbaric and inhuman. In a statement jointly signed by the National President of the union, Audu Amba, and the Secretary General, Clinton Ikpitibo, the union said schools, which should serve as […]
Badagry market shuts as Akran burial rites begin in Lagos
Commercial activities at Agbalata International Market, Badagry, were halted on Thursday as Lagos State began burial rites for the late Akran, Aholu Menu-Toyi I. The traditional ruler died on Jan. 12, prompting a state-backed programme to honour his life and traditional authority in Badagry community. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported that the Lagos […]
Alleged N2.6 Billion Fraud: Court rejects ex-aviation minister Sirika’s daughter, son-in-law’s statements tendered by EFCC
The judge adjourned until June 2 for continuation of hearing… News Agency of Nigeria • April 23, 2026 Hadi Sirika Justice Sylvanus Oriji of a Federal High Court, Abuja Division, on Thursday, rejected the admissibility of the statements made by the daughter and son-in-law of a former Aviation Minister, Hadi Sirika. The statements were sought to […]
Fubara Endorses Tinubu’s Second Term, Urges Continuity for Reforms and Development
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has thrown his support behind President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, saying continuity is essential to sustain ongoing reforms and national development. Speaking on Thursday in Port Harcourt during a meeting of the Southern Traditional Rulers Council, Fubara said the current administration has made measurable progress despite prevailing challenges. “There […]
Central Bank of Nigeria Raises Alarm Over Surge in Fake Messages, Urges Public Vigilance
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a fresh warning to Nigerians over a growing wave of fraudulent messages and online communications falsely attributed to the Bank, cautioning citizens to stay alert to avoid falling victim to scams. In a statement released মঙ্গলবার night, the Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Mrs. Hakama Sidi-Ali, said […]
