News as it breaks
A group under the aegis of the National PDP Consensus for the Survival of Democracy in Nigeria has called on security agencies to immediately investigate former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, over comments he allegedly made concerning the abduction of school children in Oyo State. Addressing a news conference…
The ECOWAS Gender Development Centre (EGDC) has organized a major environmental campaign tagged “Plastic-Free ECOWAS” as part of activities marking the 51st anniversary of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in Dakar, Senegal. The eco-citizen initiative took place on Thursday, June 5, 2026, at Hann Bay in…
Fifteen political parties have successfully complied with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) deadline for conducting presidential primaries ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general election, while uncertainty continues to surround the participation of the National Democratic Party (NDP), which held its primary after the stipulated deadline. INEC had directed all…
The Emir of Argungu, Muhammad Samaila-Mera, has called on residents across communities within the Argungu Emirate in Kebbi State to strengthen local vigilance and consider the lawful acquisition of firearms for self-defence against bandits and other criminal elements. The traditional ruler made the appeal during a meeting with district…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Professor Abdulganiyu Ambali, describing him as an outstanding academic, accomplished administrator and committed patriot whose contributions left a lasting impact on Nigeria’s education sector. In a statement, JAMB paid tribute to the former Vice-Chancellor of…
China has encouraged Nigerian youths to embrace Mandarin language studies and cultural exchange programmes as a means of strengthening ties between both countries and expanding global opportunities. The call was made during the 19th Nigeria Division of the Chinese Bridge Chinese Proficiency Competition for Secondary School Students and the…
The Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) has called for the expansion of Mandarin language education in Nigerian tertiary institutions, describing it as essential to strengthening the growing diplomatic, educational and cultural ties between Nigeria and China. The Director General of FRCN, Dr. Mohammed Bulama made the call at the…
China has formally received the credentials of the newly appointed ambassadors of Nigeria and South Africa, marking the beginning of their diplomatic assignments in Beijing. Assistant Foreign Minister and Director-General of the Protocol Department of China’s Foreign Ministry, Hong Lei, accepted copies of the credentials presented by Nigeria’s new ambassador…
Nigeria’s House of Representatives has called on government Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to stop rejecting National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members posted to them, warning that the practice undermines the objectives of the scheme and wastes public resources. The resolution followed a motion moved by Rodney Ambaiowei, who represents…
The United Nations has called for the immediate and safe release of schoolchildren and teachers abducted in recent attacks in Oyo and Borno states, warning that violence against schools threatens children’s right to education and safety. Speaking in Abuja on Thursday, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed…
