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The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, David Mark, says the party will not allow itself to be rigged out in the 2027 general elections.

The Lagos State Police Command says it has arrested or neutralised 80 suspects linked to armed robbery, infrastructure vandalism, recruitment fraud and other crimes across the state in early October 2026.

Former Minister of Power Prof. Bart Nnaji has called on Nigeria to make science, technology, engineering and mathematics a national priority, saying universities must focus more directly on solving the country’s economic and development challenges.

The Adebayo-Bugaje presidential campaign of the Social Democratic Party has suspended all campaign activities for one week in honour of the 25 people killed in Monday’s Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State.

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, has heightened surveillance and reviewed its preparedness measures following the confirmation of an imported Ebola case in Kenya.

The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, has stepped up health surveillance and sensitisation, including the enforcement of health declaration forms for eligible arriving passengers.

Lionel Messi signed off from international football in style on Tuesday, scoring once and providing two assists as Argentina beat Benin 3-0 in front of more than 85,000 emotional fans at the Monumental Stadium.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has asked the Federal High Court in Abuja to disregard the acquittal of former Petroleum Resources Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke by a United Kingdom court.

As panic about rising health issues grows, Nigerians have called on NAFDAC to take action against fake and harmful products in the country. Speaking on Morning Crossfire, NAFDAC Deputy Director, Public Affairs, Christiana Obiazokwor, responded to concerns over the agency’s priorities, the ban on sachet alcoholic beverages and genetically modified foods.

The Immediate Past Secretary-General of the Ijaw Youth Council, Maobuye Nangi, has urged Nigerians to look beyond emotions and tribal sentiments in choosing political leaders ahead of the upcoming elections.

As schools prepare to reopen for a new academic session, parents across Port Harcourt are counting the cost of getting their children ready for school, with many expressing concerns over the financial demands of education amid the country’s economic challenges.

Artificial Intelligence has changed the way students learn and get information. While some believe it has made schoolwork easier and improved how quickly students get answers, others are concerned about its effect on students’ ability to read, research and think independently.

Following a discussion on the relevance of Nigeria's educational system, Nigeria Info surveyed students at the University of Port Harcourt to hear their views on whether schools are preparing them for real life or simply producing certificate holders.

Commercial drivers in Port Harcourt have expressed frustration over what they describe as persistent extortion by both police officers and motor park operators, commonly known as agberos, saying the practice is increasing the cost of doing business and making their work more difficult.

As reports of "one-chance" robberies continue to rise in Port Harcourt, commercial drivers and residents have urged members of the public to take extra precautions when using public transport. One-chance is a form of robbery in which criminals disguise themselves as commercial transport operators or passengers to lure unsuspecting victims into vehicles before robbing, assaulting, or abducting them.

The planned ban on the use of commercial motorcycles, popularly known as okada, in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area has left many riders questioning their future, with respondents expressing concerns over the possible loss of jobs and livelihoods.

Lionel Messi signed off from international football in style on Tuesday, scoring once and providing two assists as Argentina beat Benin 3-0 in front of more than 85,000 emotional fans at the Monumental Stadium.

Nigeria needs to rebuild its football development system from schools and communities if the country wants to produce enough players for its national teams, sports administrator Coach Ebere Amaraizu has said.

The Nigerian Premier Football League is becoming more visible to fans and national team selectors, helping more homegrown players get noticed, a Sporting Lagos official has said.

The President of the Nigeria School Sports Federation, Olabisi Joseph, has called for increased investment in school sports, saying better facilities and support could help keep children away from drug abuse and other social vices.