News as it breaks
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has expressed sorrow over the death of former Corps Marshal Dauda Biu, describing his death as a painful loss to the corps, the road safety community and Nigeria. In a condolence message posted on its X handle, the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, says…
The 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members abducted in Imo State have reportedly been allowed to choose any of the six South-West states for their national service after their release. A parent of one of the survivors told journalists that the graduates could select their preferred states…
The Court of Appeal in Kaduna has dismissed an appeal by former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai challenging a High Court decision denying him bail. In a unanimous judgment, a three-member panel affirmed the lower court’s ruling, holding that the trial judge exercised his discretion judicially and judiciously, with no…
The Federal Government is set to close Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport in Owerri, Imo State, for 25 days to allow for runway rehabilitation and extension. The temporary closure, scheduled to begin in October, comes ahead of the Christmas travel season, when passenger traffic to the South-East airport typically…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned political parties and candidates against vote buying ahead of the 2027 general elections, threatening prosecution for offenders. INEC’s Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Anambra State, Dr Queen Elizabeth Agwu, gave the warning during a stakeholders’ meeting attended by political party representatives,…
The National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) has showcased 298 Nigerian innovators to global investors in London, United Kingdom, with 16 participants awarded £10,000 each to upscale their innovations through a three-month programme spanning four international destinations. The selected innovators are expected to travel to Europe (Finland), (Estonia) including…
…Seeks Global Investment For Nigerian Innovation And Enterprise The National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) has showcased 298 Nigerian innovators from the country’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory to international investors and potential business partners in London, United Kingdom, as part of efforts to commercialise indigenous technologies…
The Federal Government has announced a 30-day discount on petrol sold by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) as part of efforts to ease the impact of high fuel prices on Nigerians. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, announced the measure at…
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has accused the Federal Government of failing to adequately address worsening insecurity across Nigeria, warning that continued attacks threaten national stability. The group says armed groups continue to attack communities, abduct citizens and destroy livelihoods, while political leaders appear more concerned about the 2027 general…
Nigerian singer Omoniyi Raphael, popularly known as Zlatan, has announced this month as the date for his wedding to his partner, Davita Lamai. The couple announced the date in a video shared on Instagram, accompanied by the caption, “24 October 2026”. The “Save the Date” video features a…
