Federal Government has declared Friday, 1st May, 2026, as public holiday to mark International Workers’ Day. This is contained in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani. The statement said the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on...
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National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, has assured party members that the ADC would be on the ballot for all elections in 2027, despite ongoing legal challenges. Speaking on Wednesday night after receiving a briefing from the party’s legal team on the recent judgment of...
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has called for unity and restraint among political actors as activities ahead of the 2027 general elections begin to gather momentum, warning against actions that could fracture structures of the All Progressives Congress (APC) In a strongly worded statement on Thursday titled “2027: Don’t...
African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reacted to reports suggesting that a Federal High Court has removed some of its state chairmen, stating that it is reviewing the development and will respond accordingly. In a press statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said its attention...
Nigeria Police Force has provided an update on the disciplinary actions taken following the fatal shooting incident of 26th April 2026 in Effurun, Delta State, which resulted in the death of Mr Mene Ogidi. Sequel to the earlier directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, all...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, following the resignation of Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, who stepped down to participate in the 2027 elections. Ambassador Odumegwu-Ojukwu previously served as Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In the same vein,...
Former Anambra State governor and Labour Party figure, Peter Obi, has held a high-level consultation with former President Goodluck Jonathan as part of ongoing engagements ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi disclosed the meeting in a statement on his X handle on Monday, noting that he was accompanied...
United States (US) Mission in Nigeria has reiterated the importance of adhering to travel regulations, cautioning that visa overstays by Nigerian citizens could have far-reaching consequences for future applicants. In a statement posted on its official X (formerly Twitter) account, the mission emphasised that compliance with U.S. immigration laws...
Gunmen have kidnapped at least 23 pupils following an attack on an unregistered orphanage and school facility in the Zariagi area of Lokoja, Kogi State. The attack, which took place on Sunday evening, also saw the kidnappers take away the wife of the school’s proprietor, raising fresh concerns over...
Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered an accelerated hearing in the case involving six individuals accused of plotting to overthrow the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Presiding over the matter, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik scheduled April 29, April 30, May 4, and May 5 for the commencement of trial...
Britain’s King Charles III will proceed with his planned state visit to the United States (US) despite a shooting incident at a Washington media gala, Buckingham Palace confirmed on Sunday. The attack occurred late Saturday during the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, just two days before the monarch and...
All Progressives Congress (APC), has strongly criticized Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, accusing him of making inflammatory statements capable of inciting violence and undermining national security. In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja, the APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, said the governor’s reference to the historic “Operation...
Tragedy struck in the early hours of Saturday as a serving member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Abdulsamad Jamiu, lost his life during an armed robbery incident in Dei-Dei, within the Federal Capital Territory. Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Headquarters Guards Brigade, Abuja, Lieutenant Olawuyi Odunola,...
Barely five years after the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) recorded the first seizure of the deadly terror drug, Captagon, in Africa at the Apapa seaport in Lagos, operatives of the Agency have again intercepted a consignment of the amphetamine substance in Kwara state. Captagon, a tiny, highly...
Nigeria’s opposition political parties have declared a renewed commitment to democratic pluralism and electoral participation, announcing plans to present a united front in the 2027 general elections. This was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the Opposition Political Parties National Summit held in Ibadan, Oyo State,...
Presidency has issued a strong response to criticisms from the ADC National Legislators Forum, describing the opposition bloc as a group driven by “conspiracy theories” and lacking substance. In a statement titled: “ _What’s That Noise!”,_ Presidential spokesman Sunday Dare took aim at remarks attributed to Hon. Nnenna Elendu...
Prominent opposition figures from across the country are converging in Ibadan today for a high-level national summit focused on strengthening democratic governance. The gathering, taking place at the Banquet Hall of the Government House in Oyo State, brings together leaders of major opposition political parties under a shared goal...
Nigerian Army troops have recovered the remains of two personnel who were killed in 2022 while travelling for their traditional wedding in Imo State, in a development that has stirred deep emotion across the country. It would be recalled that the couple–Master Warrant Officer (rtd) Linus Musa Audu and...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday administered the oath of office to Dr Muttaqha Rabe Darma as the new minister of housing and urban development from Katsina State, following his Senate clearance. He replaced Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, who recently resigned. President Tinubu, at the short ceremony at the State...
Federal Government has approved an upward review of allowances for civil servants, in a move designed to enhance workers’ earnings and strengthen morale within the public sector. Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, announced the decision during a press briefing in Abuja on Friday. She...