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The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has blamed planned maintenance at Egbin Power Station, gas shortages and the sabotage of transmission lines for recent electricity outages affecting parts of Nigeria.

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has heightened surveillance at airports nationwide following the confirmation of an Ebola case in the Federal Capital Territory.

Environmental stakeholders in Lagos State have called for the creation of a dedicated Ministry of Waste Resources to improve waste management and turn refuse into economic opportunities, according to the News Agency of Nigeria.

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has accused Ikeja Electric of misleading customers by blaming recent power outages on grid instability, insisting that reduced electricity generation was largely responsible.

The Lagos State Government has invited electricity regulators, distribution companies and other industry players to a summit aimed at addressing persistent power supply problems across the state.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has inducted more than 100 volunteers into its traffic advocacy network to help manage expected congestion during the 2026 Yuletide season.

The Lagos State Government has denied introducing a new tax on private boreholes, insisting that its regulation of groundwater extraction is aimed at protecting the environment and public health.

Six people have been killed and 16 others injured after a gunman opened fire at Krakow’s Main Market Square in Poland, with authorities now investigating the discovery of three more bodies at the suspect’s family home.

The United States has established a new military-led task force to disrupt Iran’s efforts to move advanced weapons, restricted materials and other military-related supplies across its land borders and the Caspian Sea.

British Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has said United States President Donald Trump deserved to lose the country's midterm elections, criticising his handling of the Iran war, trade policies and treatment of international allies.

A Kenyan court has sentenced cult leader Paul Mackenzie to 200 years in prison for his role in the deaths of 190 children who were allegedly starved to death on his orders in one of the country's worst mass killings.

South Africa's ruling African National Congress (ANC) is heading for a significant drop in voter support in municipal elections, with more than two-thirds of votes counted.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has achieved nine of the 14 statutory milestones for the 2027 general elections, following the completion of its nationwide readiness assessment.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will only make a decision on whether Atiku Abubakar will be on the 2027 Presidential ballot after it meets next week to consider the Federal High Court judgment nullifying the David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and their decisions.

Atiku Abubakar has vowed to remain in the 2027 presidential race, insisting that no court ruling or political pressure will force him to withdraw.

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused the African Democratic Congress (ADC) of creating its own leadership crisis, describing the situation as a case of “political suicide”.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has disowned a poster circulating on social media claiming that it had reaffirmed the Senator David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Nigeria’s exports have increased by 25% over the past two years, the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, Abubakar Dantsoho, has said.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) says Nigeria’s crude oil production has increased by 600,000 barrels per day, from 1.2 million to 1.8 million barrels per day, following reforms in the oil and gas sector.

Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele says the government is committed to supporting small and medium-sized enterprises to drive economic growth, create jobs and promote entrepreneurship.

The four leading Lagos governorship candidates have outlined contrasting plans to tackle housing shortages, transportation challenges, high electricity costs and poor access to basic services ahead of the 2027 election.

‎Nigeria’s Flamingos have made history after defeating Japan 2-1 in the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup to claim their first-ever title in the competition.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to resolve its internal leadership crisis, rejecting allegations that it was involved in the court judgment that removed the faction led by former Senate President David Mark.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has sacked the Senator David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), declaring its emergence illegal and nullifying all actions taken by the committee, including the nomination of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as its 2027 presidential candidate.

Four more politicians of Nigerian descent have secured elective positions in the United States following the November 3 midterm elections.

The 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP31, opens Monday in Antalya, Türkiye, bringing together world leaders, government officials, academics and civil society groups to address climate change.

President Bola Tinubu will inaugurate sections of the Kaduna-Kano and Kano-Katsina-Maradi railway projects on Dec. 3, as the Federal Government moves to expand rail connectivity in northern Nigeria.

The four leading Lagos governorship candidates have outlined contrasting plans to tackle housing shortages, transportation challenges, high electricity costs and poor access to basic services ahead of the 2027 election.

Suspected bandits have killed 12 members of the same family after setting their room ablaze during an attack on Gidan Taba village in Maradun Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has achieved nine of the 14 statutory milestones for the 2027 general elections, following the completion of its nationwide readiness assessment.

Enugu Air, the Enugu State-owned airline, will begin four weekly flights between Lagos and London Gatwick Airport on December 10, 2026.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will only make a decision on whether Atiku Abubakar will be on the 2027 Presidential ballot after it meets next week to consider the Federal High Court judgment nullifying the David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and their decisions.

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has warned that the Federal High Court judgment nullifying the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) could trigger a civil war if not properly managed.

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Oil is Nigeria’s moneymaker, it has remained a major contributor to the financial strength the country attained through decades of boom and it has also led to failed earnings during difficult times. It’s believed that the management process of administration of petroleum products had given way to many tunnels of corruption and exploration since its inception.

Lionel Messi has become the first player in Major League Soccer (MLS) history to win the Golden Boot in consecutive seasons.

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has successfully undergone surgery on his left knee, with reports suggesting he could return to action later this month.

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s under-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, after they defeated Japan 2-1 to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Rabat, Morocco, on Saturday.

‎Nigeria’s Flamingos have made history after defeating Japan 2-1 in the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup to claim their first-ever title in the competition.