Edo Reopens Schools After Terrorist Scare, Cites Improved Security
The Edo government has approved the reopening of schools in Akoko-Edo LGA, recently shut over security concerns after intelligence reports indicated a plan to attack schools in the area. The…
CBN Draws Strict Line Between Banks and Fintech Offshoots
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is planning a major structural shakeup in the financial sector, proposing strict new rules to legally and operationally separate commercial banks from their…
Abdulsalami: Pursuit of peace has been my core mission since leaving public service
Former head of state Abdulsalami Abubakar said on Saturday that the pursuit of peace has been his “core mission” since he handed over power to former President Olusegun Obasanjo…
‘Nigeria’s Democracy Has Not Failed – Its Leaders Have,’ Governor Alex Otti Declares
Governor Alex Otti has argued that Nigeria’s democratic system is not responsible for the country’s challenges, insisting that the nation’s leadership has failed to deliver the dividends of democracy. Speaking…
FG Shortlists Candidates For Next Stage of Paramilitary Recruitment
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has released the names of successful applicants who took part in the November 2025 board and paramilitary recruitment online computer-based…
NAFDAC Alerts Nigerians to U.S. Recall of Children’s Ibuprofen Over Contamination Concerns
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted Nigerians to the recall of approximately 90,000 bottles of children’s Ibuprofen oral suspension in the U.S. The…
Tinubu Condemns Death of Retired Major-general, Vows no Talks With Terrorists
President Bola Tinubu has expressed shock over the death of retired Maj.-Gen. Rabe Abubakar, who died in the custody of terrorists in Katsina State. Bayo Onanuga, spokesperson for the presidency,…
World Cup: Vinicius Saves Brazil from Morocco Shock in Group C Opener
Vinicius Junior rescued Brazil from a major World Cup scare as the five-time champions were held to a 1-1 draw by Morocco in their Group C opener at the New…
Panic in England Camp as ‘Deadly Tornado’ Alert Hits World Cup Base
England players were forced to remain indoors after a severe thunderstorm and tornado warning caused panic around their World Cup training base in Kansas City. The Three Lions had arrived…
Terrorism, Kidnapping for Ransom May Affect 2027 Elections, CDHR Warns
Human rights activist Debo Adeniran has warned that Nigeria’s persistent security challenges could significantly influence voter decisions in the 2027 elections. Mr Adeniran, president of the Committee for the Defence…
