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The Lagos State government has announced the indefinite closure of the outbound section of Eko Bridge for emergency safety investigations and structural repairs.

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a public health advisory following reports of a Hantavirus cluster linked to international cruise ship travel.

Former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has formally joined the 2027 governorship race in Kebbi State after securing the nomination form of the African Democratic Congress.

The Nigeria Basketball Federation has appointed former NBA coach David Fizdale as the new head coach of D’Tigers.

The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) held in Lagos on Saturday night, bringing together actors, filmmakers, producers and digital creators from across the continent to celebrate excellence in African film and television.

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has adopted Adewole Adebayo as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election following a consensus endorsement at the party’s national convention in Bauchi State.

FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, says the FCTA is shifting its focus toward industrial waste recycling to achieve a more sustainable and consistently clean capital city.

The FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, on Friday defended the construction of houses for judges and justices in Abuja, dismissing concerns that the projects could compromise the independence of the judiciary.

The Nigeria Democratic Congress has officially zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to Southern Nigeria, with the party also adopting a single four-year tenure arrangement for its candidate ahead of the next general election.

House of Representatives aspirant for Mushin Constituency II, Seye Oladejo, has outlined his legislative and grassroots development plans ahead of the next election, promising what he described as “real representation” for residents of the constituency.

A coalition of Nigerian civil society leaders under the banner of the Movement for Credible Elections has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of interfering in the internal affairs of opposition parties, raising concerns over what it described as the “imposition” of a disputed chairman on the Social Democratic Party.

Iran national football team will participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the country’s football federation says the tournament’s co-hosts — the United States, Canada and Mexico must meet several conditions amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Sadiya Umar Farouq, has been declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission over alleged criminal conspiracy, abuse of office, and diversion of public funds.

The leadership crisis rocking the African Democratic Congress deepened on Friday as the Nafiu Bala faction ordered an immediate halt to the sale of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms by the David Mark-led leadership pending the outcome of a court case before the Federal High Court in Abuja.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Friday challenged a suit filed by lawyer Johnmary Jideobi seeking to bar him from contesting the 2027 presidential election.

The Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) has corrected the official appellation of President Bola Tinubu following recurring errors by some organisations and media outlets.

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday dismissed a no-case submission filed by activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore in a cyberbullying case brought by the Department of State Services (DSS).

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday again adjourned indefinitely a suit filed by an African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain, Nafiu Bala Gombe, challenging the party’s leadership under former Senate President David Mark.

Nigeria's meteorological agency, NiMet, has warned that 19 states face an elevated risk of flash flooding as the rainy season intensifies, a span that stretches from Zamfara in the north-west to Bayelsa in the south, and takes in some of the country's most densely populated urban centres, including Lagos, Rivers, Oyo, and Anambra.

The World Health Organisation moved on Thursday to contain mounting public anxiety over a hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship, saying the situation, while serious, bears no resemblance to the early stages of a pandemic, and that the pathogen involved is fundamentally unlike the viruses that cause global health crises.

Nigeria's Senate on Thursday passed an amendment to the Electoral Act aimed at ending a practice that has long plagued the country's pre-election legal landscape: the filing of the same dispute in multiple courts across different states in search of the most sympathetic ruling.

A Federal High Court in Abuja will on Friday, May 8, hear a suit seeking to stop former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential election.

Dauda Lawal has received an Award of Excellence from the National Social Safety Nets Coordinating Office for his administration’s efforts in inclusive governance and social protection delivery in Zamfara State.

The Senate has reversed a controversial amendment to its Standing Orders that would have required senators-elect to take their oath of office before participating in the election of presiding officers in the next National Assembly.

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has confirmed that he has been redeployed as Nigeria’s Ambassador-Designate to South Africa after initially being assigned to Germany.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan says he will “consult widely” following calls by a group of supporters urging him to contest the 2027 presidential election.

Five members of the House of Representatives have announced their defection from their respective political parties, citing internal crises and uncertainty within their former platforms.

China has sentenced two former defence ministers, Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu, to death with a two-year reprieve over corruption-related offences.

Health officials and disease experts in Argentina are investigating whether the country may be the source of a deadly hantavirus outbreak linked to an Atlantic cruise bound for Antarctica.

The Nigerian Navy says it has confiscated about 1,800 litres of suspected illegally acquired diesel during a raid in the Ibeju-Lekki area of Lagos State.

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have arrested an alleged billionaire drug baron and two female kingpins in a coordinated international operation targeting a transnational drug money laundering network linked to hundreds of billions of naira in illicit proceeds.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has convicted former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, on a 12-count charge bordering on fraud and money laundering involving about ₦33.8 billion.

The Sokoto State Government has confirmed the death of 33 children following a fresh outbreak of cerebrospinal meningitis in parts of the state.

Two passengers evacuated from a cruise ship linked to a confirmed outbreak of Hantavirus have arrived in the Netherlands for treatment, cruise operator, Oceanwide Expeditions has confirmed.

The Federal Government has officially handed over the construction of a new Carter Bridge in Lagos to China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation as part of efforts to strengthen critical infrastructure and improve public safety.

Ted Turner, the pioneering media executive who transformed television news by founding the world’s first 24-hour cable news channel, has died at the age of 87.

Nigeria’s Senate has confirmed Joseph Tegbe as minister of power following his screening on the Senate floor, where he pledged reforms to address the country’s longstanding electricity challenges.

The Department of State Services (DSS) has clarified that the recent court judgment awarding 100 million naira in damages against the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project was filed by two of its operatives in their personal capacity, not by the agency itself.

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has directed all Commissioners of Police across the country to immediately begin a comprehensive audit of arms and ammunition within their commands and formations.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the Federal Government’s celebration of Nigeria’s reported GDP growth, saying it does not reflect the worsening economic hardship facing citizens.

FCT minister, Nyesom Wike has defended the withholding of 10 percent of the territory's Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), which is meant to be remitted to the area councils, insisting that the funds are being used to pay the arrears of salaries of the primary school teachers in the territory.

Amnesty International Nigeria has welcomed a Federal High Court ruling restraining the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) from enforcing sanctions on broadcast stations under disputed provisions of the Nigeria Broadcasting Code.

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that Iran could face more intense military action if it fails to reach an agreement aimed at ending ongoing hostilities between both sides.

Suspected gunmen have killed five people in a late-night attack on Nding Susut community in Fan District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, sparking fresh fear among residents.

FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, has ordered a crackdown on abandoned and poorly developed areas around Jabi Lake.

The Federal Government has prohibited recipients of honorary degrees from using the “Dr” title before their names, declaring the practice a misrepresentation of academic credentials that will now be treated as academic fraud.

Nigeria’s Senate has resolved to set up a joint ad hoc committee with the House of Representatives to address rising xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has released an updated timetable for its 2026 primary elections and revised nomination fees following consultations with party stakeholders.

Nigeria’s police leadership is rolling out fresh reforms as security concerns persist across the country.

The exit of Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has triggered a wave of defections, weakening the party’s presence in the National Assembly and altering Nigeria’s opposition landscape ahead of the 2027 elections.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the final phase of the nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise will resume on May 11 and run until July 10, 2026.

Arsenal have reached the final of the UEFA Champions League for the first time in 20 years after a 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid, sealing a 2-1 aggregate win.

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has met with U.S. Consul General in Lagos, Rick Swart, to discuss electoral credibility, opposition participation and Nigeria–U.S. relations ahead of the 2027 elections.

Former Lagos governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has reaffirmed his commitment to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), distancing himself from ongoing defections.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has discharged and acquitted former Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Winifred Oyo-Ita, of alleged ₦570 million money laundering charges brought against her by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

Cross River State has announced that it is now free of COVID-19 following the successful treatment and discharge of its only confirmed case.

The Inspector-General of Police, Rilwan Olatunji Disu, has announced the introduction of the Violent Crime Response Units (VCRUs), which will replace the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams nationwide.

Seventeen members of the House of Representatives on Tuesday defected from the African Democratic Congress to the Nigerian Democratic Congress, signaling a fresh political realignment ahead of the 2027 elections.

The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja has ordered the Incorporated Trustees of the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) to pay ₦100 million in damages in a defamation case filed by two operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS).

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi says he has joined the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), citing the need to “rescue Nigeria” from its current challenges.

The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre has condemned the arrest and prosecution of a civilian whistleblower, describing it as a violation of fundamental rights.

The Peoples Democratic Party says it remains strong despite its internal crisis and is taking steps to stabilise its leadership.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPC) has signed a memorandum of understanding with two Chinese firms to support the restart, completion and expansion of the Warri and Port Harcourt refineries.

The Department of State Services (DSS) on Monday arraigned a social media user, Chidiebere Justice Mark, before the Federal High Court in Abuja on a three-count charge bordering on alleged cybercrime.

South Africa and Nigeria are moving to strengthen diplomatic ties and cooperation, particularly on migration and people to people relations.

A factional National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), backed by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, has ratified the appointment of a 13-member caretaker committee led by Tanimu Turaki, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN).

Nearly one year after 22 Kano athletes lost their lives in a tragic road crash while returning from the National Sports Festival in Ogun State, some of their families say they are still waiting for the Kano State Government to fulfil promises made to support them.

Nigeria’s press freedom landscape reflects a blend of progress and persistent challenges, despite constitutional provisions guaranteeing media rights.

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has accused the Federal Government of lacking the political will to implement agreements reached with doctors, warning that continued delays could worsen the migration of health workers abroad.

The Dangote Group has dismissed reports alleging a rift between its President, Aliko Dangote, and Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Tony Elumelu, describing the claims as false and malicious.

Governor Dauda Lawal has approved the release of funds for the payment of gratuities to retired civil servants under Batch 3 (2024/2025), in a move aimed at strengthening welfare support for retirees.

The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by Senator Adolphus Wabara, has convened an emergency National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting to address the party’s deepening leadership crisis.

The Katsina State Police Command has launched an aggressive manhunt for suspected bandits responsible for a deadly reprisal attack on several communities in Kankia Local Government Area.

No fewer than 130 Nigerians have signed up for voluntary evacuation from South Africa as the Federal Government intensifies efforts to protect its citizens amid rising anti-foreigner tensions.

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency has sealed more than 40 facilities across Lagos State for violating noise pollution regulations.

The 2023 presidential candidates of the Labour Party (LP) and the New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP), Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, have both formally joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says it has killed several suspected terrorists and destroyed a key hideout linked to a notorious bandit leader in northwestern Nigeria, in what authorities describe as a targeted strike aimed at disrupting armed groups operating in the region.

President Bola Tinubu has commenced a multi-country diplomatic trip, which the presidency says is aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s economic ties and international partnerships.

Manchester United secured qualification for the UEFA Champions League following a 3–2 victory over Liverpool in a thrilling Premier League encounter at Old Trafford on Sunday.

Kelechi Iheanacho scored the decisive goal as Celtic F.C. secured a 2–1 victory over Hibernian F.C. at Easter Road on Sunday.

Peter Obi has announced his exit from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing internal crises and growing divisions within the party, while urging his supporters to remain calm.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has released its timetable for the 2026 primary elections, outlining key dates and procedures for the nomination of candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says it will hold its 2026 policy meeting on admissions on May 11 in Abuja.

Former aviation minister Femi Fani-Kayode has condemned alleged attacks and rising hostility against Nigerians in South Africa, describing the situation as “cruel” and unacceptable.

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project and the Nigerian Guild of Editors have called on President Bola Tinubu, state governors and the Federal Capital Territory minister to urgently safeguard press freedom and address rising insecurity across northern Nigeria.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has summoned the Acting High Commissioner of South Africa following protests and reported attacks on Nigerians and their businesses.

Former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has dismissed reports of a possible defection, saying no decision has been made about his political future.

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner continued his dominant run on clay, defeating Arthur Fils to book a place in the final of the Madrid Open.

Armed rebel groups have seized a major military base in northern Mali, dealing a significant blow to the country’s military and its allies amid escalating conflict.

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have rescued six abducted civilians in Ngoshe community, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, following intensified military operations in the Mandara Mountains.

Suspected terrorists have attacked a Police Mobile Force (PMF) camp in Tenebo community, Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, killing at least three police officers and injuring two others.

The United Nations has raised alarm over increasing attacks on journalists worldwide, warning that the safety of media workers is deteriorating.

The Lagos State Government has approved a ₦50,000 relief package for workers for the month of May to ease the impact of rising living costs.

The Federal Government has pledged renewed efforts to improve workers’ welfare, tackle insecurity and reduce poverty, saying ongoing reforms are already delivering jobs and expanding social protection across the country.

President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, is calling for a new deal for Nigerian workers to address growing economic hardship and poor labour conditions.

Iran has submitted a fresh proposal for talks with the United States through Pakistan, signaling a possible diplomatic opening despite ongoing tensions.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that Iran will participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup and play their matches in the United States.

The traditional leadership of the Federal Capital Territory has made an appeal for constitutional reform that will create room for the expansion of the territory’s representation in the Senate from one to three senatorial seats.

The Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command, Rear Adm. Abubakar Abdullahi Mustapha, says the Nigerian Navy will intensify maritime security operations using its “detect, deter, disrupt and deny” strategy to combat smuggling and other crimes on the nation’s waterways.

President Bola Tinubu has nominated Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as the new Minister of Power, following the resignation of Adebayo Adelabu.

The Supreme Court has restored the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by former Senate President, David Mark, after setting aside a controversial order issued by the Court of Appeal.

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has nullified the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State, on November 15 and 16, 2025, which produced the Tanimu Turaki-led factional national executives.

Lagos politician Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has withdrawn from the 2027 Lagos State governorship race under the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing party unity and leadership direction.

The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, has approached a Federal High Court in Abuja seeking the deregistration of five political parties over alleged constitutional breaches.

The Federal Government has declared Friday, May 1, 2026, a public holiday to mark this year’s International Workers' Day.

Oil prices surged to their highest level since 2022 following reports that Donald Trump is set to receive new military options on the ongoing Iran conflict.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) says it has successfully completed the River Niger crossing of the 130-kilometre Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) gas pipeline, marking a major milestone in the expansion of Nigeria’s gas transmission network.

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, says she is committed to advancing the country’s national interests on the global stage.

Human rights lawyer and former National Human Rights Commission chairman Chidi Anselm Odinkalu has criticised a statement by the chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) alleging that 60% of Nigerian tertiary students are criminals.

Balmoral Group Promotions and Amir Khan Promotions will stage “Chaos in the Ring 4” on May 1, 2026, at the Federal Palace Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos, as part of efforts to position African boxing on the global stage.

The Nigeria Police Force has ordered the dismissal and prosecution of officers involved in the fatal shooting of a man in Effurun, Delta State.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has removed the head of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority and nominated a replacement.

The Nigerian Bar Association has condemned the extrajudicial killing of a suspect by police officers in Delta State, warning that no law enforcement agent has the authority to act as “prosecutor, judge and executioner.”

National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, David Mark, says the party will participate fully in the 2027 general elections despite ongoing legal disputes.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Nigerian Exchange Group Plc closed out its 65th Annual General Meeting with a declaration that will please income investors and long-term holders in equal measure: a final dividend of ₦2 per share, bringing the total payout for the 2025 financial year to ₦3.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has endorsed Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat to run for governor as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The Supreme Court will on April 30 deliver judgment in appeals involving leadership disputes in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The Senate on Wednesday confirmed the appointment of Lamido Yuguda as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

Former Lagos State spokesman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Seye Oladejo, has picked the party’s nomination form to contest for the House of Representatives seat for Mushin Constituency II.

A governorship aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Dr. Samuel Mawuyon Ajose, has called for a transparent and competitive primary election, rejecting moves toward a consensus arrangement in selecting the party’s candidate.

France has advised its nationals in Mali to leave the country “as soon as possible” following a wave of coordinated attacks by separatist fighters and Islamist militants that have further destabilised the West African nation.

The Delta State Police Command has arrested a police officer over the alleged extra-judicial killing of a 28-year-old suspect in Effurun.

A Federal High Court in Abuja has restrained the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising or participating in any congress organised by committees set up by the caretaker leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has extended the sale of Direct Entry application forms for the 2026 admission exercise to May 8.

Gunmen attacked a Christ Apostolic Church in Eda Oniyo, Ekiti State, killing a pastor and abducting an unspecified number of worshippers during a night service, police and community sources said Wednesday.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (National Drug Law Enforcement Agency) says it has dismantled three illicit drug warehouses in Lagos State and recovered opioids valued at about N16.9 billion in an intelligence-led operation.

There’s growing concern over the safety of Nigerians abroad.

The Nigeria Police Force says it is stepping up preventive efforts to stop youth involvement in cultism and election-related violence ahead of upcoming polls.

Former vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has announced his resignation from the party, citing internal issues and a shift in its direction.

The Labour Party has elected Nenadi Usman as its national chairman, making her the first woman to lead a major political party in Nigeria.

The Nigerian Exchange closed Tuesday on a strong note, with the All-Share Index staging a sharp recovery after Monday's decline, as investors returned in force to push market capitalisation above ₦147 trillion.

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) on Tuesday contained a fire that gutted a two-storey building on Makinde Street, Ojuelegba, Surulere, with no loss of life or injuries reported.

The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has sealed 30 construction sites in the Federal Capital Territory for violations of environmental regulations.

Members of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC), the highest decision-making body of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, have adopted Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat as the party’s consensus governorship candidate for the 2027 election.

The Nigerian Navy, through personnel of Forward Operating Base (FOB) FORMOSO, says it has recorded a major operational success in the ongoing fight against crude oil theft and pipeline vandalism in the Niger Delta.

The United Arab Emirates has announced it will exit Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and the OPEC+ alliance, citing a shift toward national economic priorities amid global energy uncertainty.

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Olanipekun Olukoyede, has raised concern over what he describes as a growing wave of cybercrime among Nigerian university students.

The naira traded at about N1,360.19 to the dollar on Tuesday in the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, reflecting mild volatility during intraday trading, according to market data.

Nigeria’s crude oil production rose to 1.71 million barrels per day between April 2025 and April 2026, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) says, marking the country’s highest output level in five years.

The House of Representatives has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to secure a $516.3 million syndicated loan from Deutsche Bank AG to fund major infrastructure development, including sections of the proposed Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway.

President Bola Tinubu has obtained the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential nomination form to seek re-election in 2027, becoming the first aspirant to do so as the party opened sales of forms.

Ghana has pulled out of negotiations for a multi-year aid agreement with the United States after rejecting a request for access to citizens’ personal data.

The Federal Government has moved to address the worsening jet fuel crisis affecting Nigeria’s aviation sector by proposing a 30-day credit window for airline operators.

A suspected outbreak of cerebrospinal meningitis has killed several people in Kurawa village in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State, with children and teenagers among the worst affected, the state government said.

The Police Service Commission (PSC) says it will deepen corporate governance reforms and leadership capacity in the public sector following a partnership push by the Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD) Nigeria.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) have signed a joint framework to boost coordination against drug trafficking and transnational crime.

Lagos indigenous groups have endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027, declaring him the most suitable candidate ahead of the next general elections.

World football governing body FIFA is planning changes to its yellow card system to reduce the number of players suspended during major tournaments, including the 2026 World Cup.

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has endorsed his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, as his preferred successor for the 2027 governorship election, signaling early political alignment within the ruling party.

Two Nigerians have been killed in separate incidents in South Africa, raising fresh concerns over xenophobic violence, as authorities and diplomats call for calm and thorough investigations.

The Nigeria Police Force says it has dismantled a railway vandalism syndicate and recovered critical national infrastructure valued at over ₦400 million in Nasarawa State.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered an accelerated hearing in the trial of six suspects accused of plotting to overthrow the administration of President Bola Tinubu.

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime says Nigeria is no longer a permissive ground for international drug cartels, pointing to increased arrests, seizures and convictions in recent years.

The African Export-Import Bank says it is financing three additional refineries in Nigeria as part of efforts to reduce dependence on imported fuel.

The U.S. Mission in Nigeria has warned that visa overstays by Nigerian travelers could affect opportunities for others seeking to visit the United States.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority says it will introduce a short code to allow residents, especially motorists, to report traffic conditions and interact with the agency more easily.

Journalists were on Monday denied access to cover the trial of six suspects accused of plotting to overthrow Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The federal government of Nigeria has announced plans to prohibit the use of unrated textbooks in schools starting from September 2026, as part of efforts to improve education quality and standardisation nationwide.

About 60 countries have gathered in Santa Marta, Colombia, for a first-of-its-kind conference aimed at accelerating a global phaseout of fossil fuels, amid a stalemate in UN climate talks.

Parents and advocacy groups have called on the Federal Government to provide urgent support for children living with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other special needs, citing limited access to care and education.

Public primary and secondary schools in the FCT are reopening on Monday (today) following the suspension of a six-day strike by the Nigeria Union of Teachers, FCT Wing, after reaching a major financial agreement with FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has clarified why some candidates are seeing a “No Result Yet” message when attempting to check their Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results.

The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Unit (Taskforce) has detained 50 suspected hoodlums during a statewide sanitation enforcement exercise aimed at improving environmental compliance.

The Guards Brigade, Nigerian Army, says a National Youth Service Corps member, Mr. Abdulsamad Jamiu, died after being caught in crossfire during a robbery response operation in Dei-Dei, Abuja.

Troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE have rescued a kidnapped woman and recovered ₦8 million ransom in a coordinated operation in Qua’an Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has revealed that no fewer than 69 people lost their lives in road accidents across Lagos State in the first quarter of 2026.

Top political figures in Lagos have thrown their weight behind the state’s Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, as momentum builds ahead of the next political cycle.

The Lagos State Government has introduced a “no power, no pay” policy as part of fresh efforts to improve electricity supply across key public facilities.

Chelsea FC have qualified for the FA Cup final after a 1-0 victory over Leeds United.

The Nigerian Navy on Sunday launched Exercise OBANGAME EXPRESS 2026, bringing together more than 30 nations in a coordinated push to strengthen maritime security and combat piracy, oil theft, and trafficking in the Gulf of Guinea.

Residents fled southern Lebanon on Sunday after the Israeli military issued new forced evacuation orders and carried out multiple airstrikes across the region, officials and witnesses said.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will travel to Moscow on Monday for talks with Russian officials on the latest developments in regional negotiations and ceasefire efforts, Iran’s ambassador to Russia said.

Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara State have endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Governor Dauda Lawal for re-election in the 2027 general elections, following a high-level meeting in Gusau.

The suspect in Saturday’s shooting at a Washington media gala attended by U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to be arraigned Monday in federal court, authorities said, as world leaders voiced solidarity with the United States and condemned the attack.

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, has dismissed opposition criticism of the administration, saying rivals have failed to offer credible alternatives.

Former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has formally declared his intention to contest the Bauchi State governorship election in 2027 under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Mali’s Defence Minister, Sadio Camara, has been killed following a car bomb attack on his residence near the capital, Bamako, amid a wave of coordinated assaults across the country.

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has suspended its planned indefinite nationwide strike following fresh commitments by the Federal Government of Nigeria on allowances, salary arrears and training funding.

The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strict infection prevention and control (IPC) measures across primary healthcare centres, amid renewed concerns following a reported COVID-19 case in Cross River State.

U.S. President Donald Trump has said the suspect in the shooting incident near the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington was “taken down” by Secret Service agents after attempting to breach security.

The Oyo State Government has confirmed an outbreak of Lassa fever, with five cases recorded and one death in the state.

Sen. Ibrahim Lamido, representing Sokoto East Senatorial District, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing internal divisions and leadership issues within the party in Sokoto State.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has expressed solidarity with U.S. President Donald Trump following a shooting incident in Washington that reportedly put the American leader at risk.

Former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode has cautioned political actors against invoking “Operation Wetie” in Nigeria’s current political discourse.

Omoyele Sowore, a former presidential candidate and a leader of the African Action Congress (AAC), has rejected participation in the recent opposition parties’ summit held in Ibadan, describing it as an attempt to recycle failed political actors.

The United States Secret Service has launched an investigation into a shooting near the venue of the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C.

Health experts and advocates for the girl child have called on the Federal Ministry of Health to subsidise the cost of sanitary pads and intensify awareness on menstrual hygiene to protect adolescent girls from infections and other reproductive health complications.

Former Arsenal and Ivory Coast defender Emmanuel Eboue has revealed the extent of his personal and financial struggles after retirement, describing how he lost his wealth, family, and sense of identity following his divorce.

The Obidient Movement on Saturday called on Nigeria's Supreme Court to issue an urgent ruling on the leadership dispute crippling the African Democratic Congress, warning that continued judicial delay risks destabilizing the country's opposition ahead of the 2027 general elections.

World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz has confirmed he will miss the French Open and upcoming clay-court tournaments due to a wrist injury.

President Bola Tinubu has officially sworn in Dr. Muttaqha Rabe Darma as the new Minister of Housing and Urban Development, following his confirmation by the Senate.

Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters has inaugurated a General Court Martial to try 36 serving military personnel over an alleged mutiny aimed at overthrowing the government.

The Football Association’s disciplinary panel has ruled that hair pulling “ought not to be tolerated” in football, while upholding the three-match suspension handed to Manchester United defender Lisandro Martínez.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced an adjustment to its timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general elections.

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their fragile ceasefire by three weeks, even as tensions persist with renewed exchanges involving Hezbollah and continued diplomatic uncertainty in the wider Middle East conflict.

Nigeria's new finance minister is promising continuity and results.

When Bibi Bakare-Yusuf launched Cassava Republic Press from Nigeria's capital city twenty years ago, the global literary establishment was not paying attention. It is now.

The Federal Government has approved a wide-ranging welfare package for civil servants, including increased allowances and a ₦10 billion housing loan scheme aimed at improving living standards and boosting productivity across the public service.

The government of Norway has announced plans to introduce legislation that would prohibit children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms, placing the responsibility for enforcement on technology companies.