Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Monday, called for stronger synergy between the Federal Government and sub-national governments in the implementation of social intervention programmes, insisting that effective delivery depends on collaboration between policymakers and structures closest to the people. Governor Aiyedatiwa made the call while receiving the Minister...
By OLA MODUPE, Akure
African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed reports claiming it is in discussions with another political party, particularly the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), ahead of an anticipated court judgment. In a statement issued on Monday in Abuja by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party described the report as...
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority has approved the F-500 Encapsulator Agent fire suppressant for use across midstream and downstream petroleum operations, subject to strict three-year conditions and regulatory monitoring. The fluorine-free agent is now cleared for deployment in depots, pipelines and processing facilities, the NMDPRA said...
Supreme Court of Nigeria on Monday conducted its first hearing in the protracted legal dispute surrounding the Kano Emirate and subsequently adjourned the matter to April 19, 2027. The adjournment followed the presentation of preliminary arguments by parties involved in the long-standing legal battle. The case, which has drawn...
A Federal High Court sitting in Maitama, Abuja and presided over by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik on Monday, April 20, 2026 admitted nine exhibits against a former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, alongside his wife, Hajia Bashir Asabe, and his son, Abubakar Abdulaziz Malami....
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ibeto Seaport and Terminals Command, Port Harcourt, has, on Friday 17 April, 2026, reaffirmed the importance of inter-agency collaboration in securing the nation’s maritime corridor following a strategic visit by the Commissioner of Police, Eastern Port Police Command, CP Shuaibu Audu. The visit, according to...
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority has approved the F-500 Encapsulator Agent fire suppressant for use across midstream and downstream petroleum operations, subject to strict three-year conditions and regulatory monitoring. The fluorine-free agent is now cleared for deployment in depots, pipelines and processing facilities, the NMDPRA said...
The Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI) has called for urgent and comprehensive reforms to Nigeria’s security architecture, with a strong push for the establishment of State Police, while emphasizing that justice, accountability, and societal orientation remain critical to achieving lasting peace. This was the thrust of discussions...
Former Minister of Power and governorship aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Taraba State, Engr. Saleh Mamman, has expressed confidence that he will secure the party’s governorship ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections, provided the primaries are conducted in a credible manner. Mamman made the declaration...
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has commended the speedy and qualitative ongoing remodelling of Osogbo stadium, announcing that the sitting capacity of the modernised and upgraded stadium is to increase from 4000 to 15,000 upon completion. Speaking after an early morning daily project review session which started since last...
Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu has flagged off the 2026 Outbreak Response (OBR) campaign against the poliovirus in Sokoto State, warning officials against the misappropriation of immunization funds. The governor restated his administration’s commitment to ending poliovirus transmission in the state. To ensure full coverage of the immunization exercise,...
Ahead of this year’s World Malaria Day celebration, Akwa Ibom has intensified advocacy and awareness campaigns towards the elimination of the life-threatening illness with plans to distribute 3.9m insecticide Treated Nets to all households in the state. With the theme, “Driven To End Malaria: Now We Can, Now We...
Tinubu Mega Group (TMG) has ignited what observers are already describing as a nationwide political wave, rolling out an aggressive, multi-layered mobilisation strategy ahead of its historic May 17, 2026 National Convention in Abuja. In a bold declaration of intent, the group, a formidable coalition of over 1,500 organisations...
Manchester City edged Arsenal 2-1 in a thrilling Premier League clash on Sunday, tightening the title race and piling pressure on the Gunners. Rayan Cherki gave City an early advantage before Kai Havertz capitalised on a costly error by goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma to draw Arsenal level. Erling Haaland struck...
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adamawa/Taraba Area Command, has recorded breakthroughs in its anti-smuggling operations, intercepting contraband goods valued at ₦ 98,375 in six weeks. The Customs Area Controller (CAC) of the Command, Comptroller of Customs, Muhammed Tarko, disclosed this during a press conference held on April 15, 2026,...
United States (US) Navy has intercepted and seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship attempting to get past its blockade of Iran’s ports. The ship was given “fair warning to stop” in the Gulf of Oman but refused, so the navy “stopped them right in their tracks by blowing a hole...
National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public alert warning Nigerians about the circulation of unregistered and suspected counterfeit toothpaste products discovered in Kaduna State. In Public Alert No. 022/2026, the agency disclosed that the suspicious products, branded as Coglaet ActivGel 100g and...
African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the Federal Government over reported plans to reintegrate hundreds of repentant terrorists into society, warning that such a move could undermine national security and deepen the trauma of victims of insurgency. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the...
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has celebrated Superintendent of Customs Nafisat Balogun, following her remarkable achievement of obtaining a commercial multi-engine pilot license in the United States of America. The ceremony, organised by the Nigeria Customs Technical Hangar Service, brought together senior officers, management staff, and colleagues to honour her...