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The Nigerian Senate on Tuesday passed amendments to the Criminal Code Act that prescribe life imprisonment for anyone convicted of defiling a minor, removing the option of fines. 

FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has announced plans for the construction of a new auditorium at the Nigerian Law School, Bwari Campus, to accommodate the growing number of students seeking admission into the institution.

Piles of refuse have taken over the Mile 12 under bridge in Lagos, stretching through Oremerin Road leading to Agiliti, leaving residents frustrated over the growing heaps of waste.

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Kano State Chapter, has raised the alarm over what it describes as an alarming shortage of medical doctors in the state, revealing that only about 1,800 doctors are currently serving more than 16 million residents.

It's a chaotic situation Monday morning across the suburbs and the city centre of the Federal Capital Territory as the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest spearheaded by human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has partly ground business activities in Abuja.

The fragile ceasefire in Gaza faced its most serious test yet on Sunday as Israel launched a series of airstrikes across the enclave, killing dozens and blocking aid deliveries.

The Louvre Museum in Paris has been temporarily closed following a daring and highly coordinated daylight robbery that saw thieves make off with eight pieces of priceless 19th-century French crown jewels.

The Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) recorded a positive week with its All-Share Index rising by 1.35 percent to close at 148,977.64 points.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has restrained Mr Omoyele Sowore, publisher of Sahara Reporters, and others from staging protests in designated areas of Abuja, including Aso Rock Villa, on Monday.

The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide Forum of State Presidents has condemned the Federal Government for excluding the Southeast from Nigeria’s gas pipeline infrastructure.

Tomato traders in Lagos have raised concerns over rising prices, blaming supply challenges, poor storage facilities, high transportation costs, and insecurity for the recent surge.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has issued an official notice for the upcoming Anambra governorship election, scheduled to take place on November 8, 2025.

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has appointed Nigeria’s former Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, to lead its Election Observation Mission to Côte d’Ivoire.

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is set to host the 2025 International Climate Change Summit, with a key focus on the blue economy and strategies to enhance coastal resilience across Africa.

The Nigerian federal government has dismissed reports suggesting that the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is no longer required for admission into tertiary institutions in Nigeria, calling the claims false and misleading.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed the death of a dispatch rider in a tragic accident involving a moving train at the PWD Railway Level Crossing in Ikeja on Tuesday.

The debate on the bill to repeal the Electoral Act 2022 and enact the Electoral Bill 2025 was indefinitely suspended on Thursday, with lawmakers asking for time to consult on the matter. 

The FCT Administration, on Thursday, removed  11 duplexes that were built under high tension and water channels in Garba Duba Street, Dutse District of the Federal Capital City, close to the popular Cedarcrest hospital.

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), confirming long‑standing rumors that he will cross over to the All Progressives Congress (APC). 

The Nigerian government has approved implementation frameworks for a ₦4 trillion government‑backed bond to settle verified arrears owed to power generation companies (GenCos) and gas suppliers, clearing a long‑standing bottleneck hindering electricity sector investments.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared Wednesday in a Tel Aviv district court to continue his corruption trial after a month-long break, local media report. 

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the federal government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to resolve their ongoing dispute and end the nationwide university strike that began on Monday.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has called for stronger strategic partnerships to unlock value, drive sustainability, and deepen commercialization in the country’s downstream petroleum sector.

President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the Nigerian Senate to confirm the appointment of Prof. Joash Amupitan as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Nigeria’s next general elections could take place in November 2026, six months earlier than usual, under a new proposal by the National Assembly to overhaul the country’s electoral laws.

Enugu State is bracing for a major political shift as Governor Peter Mbah and key aides prepare to formally join the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced the postponement of its 103rd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, originally scheduled to hold on Wednesday, October 15.

Hamas on Monday handed over the last batch of 20 surviving hostages to Israel, marking a major step towards ending two years of devastating war in Gaza. The move came as US President Donald Trump, who helped broker the truce, described it as “a great day.”

The Nigerian Army has confirmed that one of its personnel, Lance Corporal Akenleye Femi, serving with the 221 Battalion, Wawa Cantonment in Niger State murdered his wife before taking his own life in their apartment on Friday.

U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Israel on Monday morning to celebrate the U.S.-brokered ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas, an agreement he said had “effectively ended the war” and paved the way for lasting peace in the Middle East.

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) commenced a two-week warning strike on Monday, October 13, following the expiration of its 14-day ultimatum issued to the Federal Government on September 28.

New data from analytics firm Statisense has revealed that almost three in every ten Nigerians granted presidential pardon by President Bola Tinubu were convicted for drug-related crimes, raising questions about the criteria guiding the clemency process.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s recent presidential pardon, describing it as reckless and damaging to Nigeria’s justice system.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 52-year-old businessman for attempting to smuggle 127 wraps of cocaine through the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA), Kano.

Nigeria’s crude oil and condensate production dropped to an average of 1.581 million barrels per day (bpd) in September 2025, according to new figures from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC).

The Super Eagles have safely arrived in Uyo, Akwa Ibom, ahead of their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic on Tuesday, following a mid-air scare that delayed their travel.

CoolWazobiaInfoArewaKids (CWIAK) FM brought its 2025 Customer Service Week to a colorful and exciting close, celebrating a week filled with joy, teamwork, and appreciation.

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has declared that the South-East's quest for the Nigerian presidency should be put on hold until after 2027, urging the zone to support President Bola Tinubu for a second term.

The Lagos State government has demolished seventeen houses built on the Right of Way of the Ikota River.

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has reopened its student loan verification portal for a final 48-hour window to allow tertiary institutions yet to complete their verification exercise to do so.

The Vice Chairman of Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in Kano State, Aminu Tudunwada, says people with disabilities are valuable contributors to society and not a burden.

Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, says the country’s mining reforms aim to make Nigeria a global player in the solid minerals industry.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles revived their World Cup qualification hopes on Friday after a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Lesotho in Polokwane.

Former Minister of Education, Dr Obiageli Ezekwesili, has called on the Nigerian Senate to end all forms of hostility and silent punishment against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central, following her reinstatement after a six-month suspension.

The federal government has launched a National Digital Trustmark to enhance trust and transparency in Nigeria’s e-commerce sector.

The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Maria Corina Machado “for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy,” the Nobel Committee said.

A coalition of civil society organisations has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria to intervene and secure the release of Michael Vitalis Nnorom, a Nigerian national allegedly detained by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) after participating in the Global Sumud Flotilla — a humanitarian mission to deliver aid to Gaza.

Members of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU), Bayero University Kano (BUK) branch, have staged a peaceful protest over what they described as the Federal Government’s persistent neglect of their welfare and contractual agreements.

Nigerian lawyer, author, and political activist Dele Farotimi has called for a national recommitment to the rule of law and citizen-driven accountability as solutions to Nigeria’s worsening governance crisis.

The Obidient Movement has congratulated Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) on his appointment as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Prominent activist Omoyele Sowore has announced plans to lead a protest under the hashtag #FreeNNAMDIKANUNow on October 20 in Abuja, calling for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). 

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has arrested 12 individuals in connection with the deadly robbery that claimed the life of Arise TV anchor Somtochukwu “Sommie” Maduagwu.

Former Nigerian High Commissioner to the UK and noted media leader, Christopher Kolade, has passed away at age 92.

The National Council of State has unanimously approved the appointment of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), according to presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga.

President Bola Tinubu is presiding over the Council of State meeting in Abuja today.

US President Donald Trump has announced that Israel and Hamas have signed the first phase of Washington’s peace plan aimed at ending the war in Gaza.

Barely three weeks after the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, ordered developers of River Park Estate in Lugbe to discontinue development, the FCT Department of Development Control on Wednesday returned to the site to find the developers still erecting structures.

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has launched a sensitization campaign in Lagos ahead of the 2026 full rollout of Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

The CoolWazobiaInfoArewaKids group of radio stations is continuing its welcoming of media agencies to its offices as it marks the 2025 Customer Service Week.

Newly elected senators, Joseph Ikpea and Emmanuel Nwachukwu, were sworn in as substantive lawmakers on Wednesday.

Nigeria’s under-20s will meet Argentina in the Round of 16 on Wednesday after qualifying as one of the best third-placed teams of the group stage of the FIFA Under-20 World Cup.

 Prof. Mahmmood Yakubu has said that his decision to bow out of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was to pave way for the appointment of a new chairman.

President Bola Tinubu has accepted the resignation of Uche Nnaji, Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, following allegations of certificate forgery.

​​​​​​​The Federal Operations Unit, Zone A, Nigeria Customs Service, has intensified its anti-smuggling operations, seizing contraband valued at over ₦1.2 billion in six weeks.

Leading figures across business, civil society, religion, and academia released a Joint Statement on the Dangote Refinery Dispute on October 6, urging sustained dialogue and laying out key principles as the refinery continues to navigate labour, regulatory, and market tensions.

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Geoffrey Uche Nnaji, has resigned from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet following allegations of certificate forgery.

Professor Mahmood Yakubu has handed over to May Agbamuche as the Acting National Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Filling stations and gas plants belonging to independent and major marketers selling Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), popularly known as cooking gas, have shut down operations in Kano due to the scarcity of the product.

A 69-year-old Nigerian solo biker, global adventurer, and humanitarian, Ibijuwon Sofekun, popularly known as Firekiss, has embarked on a 99-day cross-continental motorcycle journey across 40 countries in Europe and Africa to raise awareness about the mental health of the boy child.

Seventeen passengers kidnapped by gunmen along the Calabar–Oron waterway have regained their freedom after spending 12 days in captivity.

The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has condemned recent remarks by Senator Adams Oshiomhole on national television, describing them as a distortion of labour laws and an attack on workers’ rights.

The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has called on the federal government to create at least 27 million formal jobs by 2030 — an average of 4.5 million jobs annually — to prevent unemployment from worsening as Nigeria’s working-age population expands to 168 million within the decade.

Nigeria has begun one of its largest-ever vaccination campaigns, targeting 106 million children against measles, rubella, and polio, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

CoolWazobiaInfoArewaKids FM radio group kicked off the 2025 Customer Service Week on Monday with a celebration of staff.

The Kano State government has approved ₦397,665,367.01 for the general rehabilitation of Government Secondary School (GSS) Rimi, located in Sumaila Local Government Area.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast widespread rain and thunderstorms across the country from Monday to Wednesday, warning residents in flood-prone areas to take precautions.

As organizations across the world mark Customer Service Week, CoolWazobiaInfoArewaKids has rolled out a vibrant lineup of activities celebrating the people behind its success, its staff and clients. 

Imisi has been crowned the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10 (10/10) in a dramatic and emotional grand finale held on Sunday night.

Team Brazil has made history by winning its first-ever E1 race at the Lagos GP, marking a breakthrough moment in the all-electric raceboat championship’s first-ever African event.

United Kingdom Tory leader Kemi Badenoch has launched a sweeping new immigration strategy centered on the creation of a “Removals Force” modelled after the United States’ ICE agency.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has smashed two major cocaine cartels responsible for six UK-bound shipments and arrested their suspected kingpin, Alhaji Hammed Taofeek Ode, alongside five others, in a string of intelligence-led operations across Lagos spanning three weeks.

Lagos made history on Saturday as the world’s first all-electric raceboat championship — the E1 Grand Prix — held its first-ever African qualifying session on the scenic Lagos Lagoon.

The Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee has launched the Excellence in Tax Reform Reporting Award, a new initiative designed to recognise journalists and digital influencers who provide balanced, accurate, and impactful coverage of Nigeria’s ongoing tax reforms.

Nigerian equities closed the week on a bullish note, with investors pocketing ₦1.175 trillion in gains despite a shortened four-day trading window due to the Independence Day holiday.

When the final whistle blew at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea had done the unthinkable: a 95th-minute winner from teenager Estêvão Willian sent the home crowd into a frenzy, sealing a 2-1 win over Liverpool.

Israel has scaled back some of its military operations in Gaza after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered an immediate halt to airstrikes, saying Hamas must be allowed to release the remaining Israeli hostages.

Hamas says it has accepted a peace proposal put forward by US President Donald Trump, agreeing to release all Israeli hostages, both living and dead, as part of the deal.

This weekend, the waters of Lagos Lagoon will transform into a high-speed racetrack, serving as the aquatic stage for the inaugural E1 Lagos GP, Africa’s first electric powerboat race.

The chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has moved to clarify widespread misconceptions about Nigeria’s new tax laws, assuring citizens that the reforms are not designed to punish anyone but to make the system fairer and more efficient.

​​​​​​​United States Senator Ted Cruz has introduced a bill seeking sanctions against Nigerian officials accused of enabling attacks on Christians.

Israeli naval forces have seized the Marinette, the last remaining operational vessel of the Global Sumud Flotilla, and detained its crew of six activists.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dismissed reports suggesting he plans to step down from the 2027 presidential race.

​​​​​​​Nigeria on Friday defeated Saudi Arabia 3-2 in a Group F match at the FIFA U20 World Cup in Talca, Chile.

Lagos is hosting the E1 GP, the first African leg of the all-electric powerboat racing series on October 4 and 5.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a 100-kilometre stretch of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway to pass through Edo State, expanding the project’s alignment to include the state for the first time.

FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has flagged off the installation of streetlights and surveillance devices on Abuja roads and streets.

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed more than 10 deaths, 24 passengers rescued, and at least 42 still missing after a boat capsized on the River Niger in Kogi State.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that “the worst is over” for the country’s economy, insisting that his administration’s tough reforms are beginning to yield results.

The Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, used Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary to deliver a scathing critique of the current administration, while urging citizens not to give up hope in the country’s potential.

As Nigeria celebrates its 65th Independence Anniversary, the Lagos State Government has restated its commitment to inclusive governance, social protection, and uplifting the vulnerable in society.

The federal government has successfully mediated a settlement between the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) and Dangote Refinery, prompting the union to suspend its nationwide strike and averting what many feared could become a major crisis for Nigeria’s energy sector. 

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of three new heads of federal agencies, in a move aimed at strengthening institutions across key sectors of the Nigerian economy.

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have urged the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, to intensify efforts in promoting the state’s cultural heritage and developing untapped tourism opportunities.

The Kano State government has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to sack the Commissioner of Police in the state, accusing him of sabotaging Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day celebration in Kano.

The Lagos State House of Assembly has joined Nigerians across the country to celebrate the nation’s 65th Independence Anniversary, commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his passion and dedication to building a better Nigeria.

The Kogi State government has expressed deep sorrow over the death of at least 26 passengers who lost their lives in a boat mishap on the River Niger.

Fellow Nigerians, Today marks the 65th anniversary of our great nation's Independence. As we reflect on the significance of this day and our journey of nationhood since October 1, 1960, when our founding fathers accepted the instruments of self-government from colonial rule, let us remember their sacrifice, devotion, and grand dream of a strong, prosperous, and united Nigeria that will lead Africa and be the beacon of light to the rest of the world.

Following the closure of the federal government’s visa amnesty programme, the Nigeria Immigration Service has announced the commencement of nationwide enforcement against foreigners who have overstayed their visas or violated immigration conditions.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will deliver a nationwide address on Wednesday at 7 a.m. to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day, the presidency announced on Tuesday. 

​​​​​​​A coalition of African journalists has condemned what it describes as Israel’s “intentional and deliberate targeting” of Palestinian journalists in Gaza, urging the international community to impose accountability measures similar to those once used against apartheid South Africa.

Pope Leo has expressed profound sorrow and solidarity with the victims and the families of about 200 people killed in a tragic massacre in Benue State.

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has been at the forefront of this undemocratic practice

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With almost everything set for the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations between host country Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria, the Confederation of Africa Football CAF has vowed to address issues of possible threats and harassment from home fans towards Nigerian fans.

On July 17, 2023, Russia decided to pull out of the Black Sea grain deal. The deal would have allowed Ukraine to continue exporting grains through the Black Sea

Reactions and condolence messages have continued to pour in for Lagos based lawyer, Bolanle Raheem who was shot dead on Christmas Day by an operative of Ajiwe Police Station in Ajah.

The Premier League and English Football League have postponed this weekend’s round of fixtures following the Queen’s death on Thursday.

The Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi has announced Senator Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed as his running mate. 

The member representing Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola/Iwajola Federal Constituency, (Oyo State) at the House of Representatives, Shina Peller has announced his exit from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). 

The Delta State Commissioner for Information, Charles Aniagwu has praised the emergence of Governor Ifeanyi Okowa as the vice-presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP).

The Nigerian Police Force (NPF) has found Safiyanu Ameerah (Amira) the lady whose tweet of being abducted went viral Tuesday.

Over eighty AC technicians were trained in two-day intensive sessions by Gree Air Conditioning Company, which focused on different installation techniques and common mistakes that cause AC damage and fires. 

The presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar has chosen Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa as his running mate.

The Federal Capital Territory Minister, Muhammad Bello, on Tuesday swore in the six newly elected area council chairmen and their deputies in compliance with a court order. 

Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja has sentenced two drug traffickers, Chibunna Patrick and Emeka Ezenwane to six years imprisonment.

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has assured protesting indigenous youths of Abuja that it will inaugurate the chairmen-elect of six area councils on Tuesday, 14 June at 10 am. 

Staff of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) on Friday afternoon regretted coming to work as protesting Abuja indigenes invaded the FCTA Secretariat premises and ground all activities. 

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi is calling on the Independence National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure a smooth process of registering Nigerians ahead of the 2023 general election.

A presidential aspirant and the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu has donated N75 million to support victims of the Owo church massacre.

Nigerians are reacting to the statement by the National Leader of the All Progressive Congress, Bola Ahmed saying he deserves to be Nigeria’s President in 2023.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Screening Committee has screened out 10 of the 23 aspirants seeking the party’s presidential ticket.

A group known as "Jonathan Support Group" on Fridaya besieged the national secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) demanding the adoption of former President Goodluck Jonathan as the concensus candidate of the party.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation has announced a shift in the date of the resumption of the Abuja-Kaduna Train Service which was earlier fixed for Monday, 23 May.

The FCT Minister, Mohammad Bello has ordered the indefinite closure of Dei-Dei International Market, Abuja following Wednesday’s destruction of the market by thugs.

President Muhammadu Buhari has directed all members of the Federal Cabinet as well as all appointees vying for elective offices in 2023, to resign from office.

A fire has destroyed the office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

Vice-President of Nigeria, Prof Yemi Osibajo has commended Physicians in Diaspora for contributing ‘’very considerably to healthcare in Nigeria.’’

Tesla CEO, Elon Musk has made an offer to buy Twitter for the sum of $54.20 per share in cash. 

7:15 am on Thursday, a lady identified as Toyosi put out a disturbing tweet that she was being kidnapped and raped. She also added an address of her location and a number to call.

The minister of transportation, Rotimi Amaechi has directed the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) to hand over tickets and passengers’ identification to Secure ID, the company in charge of the e-ticketing platform for the Abuja-Kaduna rail service.

As the political plot thickens ahead of the 2023 general elections in Nigeria, there are strong indications that many state governors whose tenure expires next year may aspire to be in the Senate. 

Last week, I started this piece talking about the three individuals who I think are best placed, to be the closest thing to what Nigeria needs as president, come 2023. 

The former Registrar of the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Adedibu Ojerinde wants the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission to grant him soft landing over an alleged N5bn fraud.

It’s that season when politicians battle for positions. And the fight for Nigeria’s highest office will be an interesting watch. In this piece, our Head of News, Ufuoma Egbamuno takes a critical look at some of the candidates he believes are the country’s best options.

President Muhammadu Buhari has formally unveiled the National Development Plan 2021-2025.

The Senate has passed the 2022 Appropriation bill of N17.126 trillion. The figure is N735 billion higher than the N16.391 trillion presented to the National Assembly by President Muhammadu Buhari.

United' Nations International Children Education Fund (UNICEF) has joined civil society groups in reminding the federal government of Nigeria not to forget its promise of creating enabling environment for persons living with disability. 

Family of a medical doctor, Morenikeji Oluwaniyi, who was killed by a four-man gang in Abule Egba area of Lagos State, is seeking speedy justice into the matter.

The lawmaker representing Oyigbo/Tai/Eleme at the House of Representatives, Chisom Dike is giving reasons why he left the ruling Peoples Democratic PARTY (PDP) to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). 

A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has sentenced a Prophetess, Edina Loverly-Worleru and Onyema Bright-Worlu to life imprisonment. 

Commandant General of the Nigeria Defence Academy (NDA), Major-General Ibrahim Yusuf says efforts are in place to ensure the release of the abducted soldier during the attack on NDA last month. 

British Deputy High Commissioner (DHC) in Lagos, Ben Lewellyn-Jones, says Lagos loses about 3.9 billion dollars - that’s almost 2 trillion naira - every year in the economy as a result of flooding. 

The Chairman, Senate Committee on Army Senator Ali Ndume, has charged the security agencies to be ruthless with bandits terrorizing the country. 

Speaker of Nigeria's House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila has debunked reports that he likened IPOB, Yoruba Nation Agitators with Boko Haram and ISWAP.

Embattled National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Prince Uche Secondus is shocked at the decision of a court in Port Harcourt which affirmed his suspension in his ward.

As Nigeria’s Super Eagles get ready to play Liberia this weekend, 2013 FIFA U17 world cup winning team coach, Manu Garba has been speaking about one of his protégés who is on the fringes of breaking into the team.

Nigeria’s male basketball team, D’Tigers may have started their 2021 Afrobasket campaign on a winning note but former captain, Olumide Oyedeji believes it will be difficult for the country to win the ongoing competition in Kigali, Rwanda.

President Muhammadu Buhari is defiant despite the attack on the Nigerian Defence Academy insisting it will not “throw a dampener into the morale of our Armed Forces as it is intended to.”

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.

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