ASUU: Nigerian govt releases N2.3bn to universities
The Federal Government has released N2.31 billion to federal universities to settle outstanding allowances owed to academic and non-academic staff. The announcement was made on Thursday by Kamorudeen Yusuf, Personal Assistant on Special Duties to the President. According to the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, the money was processed through the Office of the […]
Police arrest armed robbers in Kano, recover Air Force officer’s car stolen from Abuja
The Kano State Police Command has arrested two suspected armed robbers who allegedly stole a vehicle belonging to a Nigerian Air Force officer in Abuja. The Ford Escape SUV was reportedly snatched at gunpoint during a robbery attack at the officer’s residence in Karu, Abuja, in the early hours of October 29, 2025. Police said […]
Eight confirmed dead in multiple-truck crash on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
A tragic road accident occurred on Thursday morning along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway near Kara Bridge, resulting in the death of at least eight people. The crash, which happened around the Berger area, involved several trucks and caused a major scene on the busy route. According to eyewitnesses, one truck fell into the Kara River while […]
I’ve quit smoking – Zlatan Ibile reveals
Nigerian music star Temidayo Omoniyi, widely known as Zlatan Ibile, has revealed that he stopped smoking years ago. The rapper shared the update while interacting with fans during a recent Q&A session on Snapchat. This came after a fan asked if he still smokes, a question Zlatan said people ask him all the time. Responding […]
“That’s the work of Shaytan” – Ahmad Gumi reacts as Tinubu pardons Maryam Sanda
Popular Islamic cleric Ahmad Gumi has backed the decision to pardon Maryam Sanda, saying forgiveness is the right path in Islam. Sanda was convicted in 2020 for killing her husband, Bilyaminu Bello, and was originally sentenced to death. President Bola Tinubu granted her and 174 others a presidential pardon before reversing it due to public […]
AFCON 2026: Uganda not scared of Super Eagles – Coach Put
Uganda head coach Paul Put has expressed confidence ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, saying his team is not afraid of facing Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The Cranes are placed in a tough Group C alongside Nigeria, Tunisia and Tanzania for the tournament in Morocco. Nigeria and Tunisia are widely seen as favourites to […]
Transfer: Romano clears air on Barcelona negotiating for Osimhen
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has dismissed claims linking Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen with a move to Barcelona ahead of the upcoming transfer windows. Recent rumours suggested the Nigerian star was already in discussions with the Spanish giants, but Romano says that is not the case. Osimhen sealed a permanent switch to Galatasaray last summer after […]
NPFL: Bosso defends Barau FC’s slow start to 2025/26 season
Barau FC head coach, Ladan Bosso, has stood by his squad after their slow start to the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. The promoted side has struggled in their first top-flight campaign, managing only two wins, two draws, and five losses so far. With eight points from nine matches, the Maliya Boys currently […]
Fresh fuel price hike looms as Tinubu approves 15 per cent import duty on petrol, diesel
Nigeria may face another rise in fuel prices after President Bola Tinubu approved a 15% import duty on petrol and diesel. The new duty will be applied to imported fuel costs, covering cost, insurance, and freight (CIF). The approval was communicated in a letter dated October 21, 2025, sent to the Federal Inland Revenue Service […]
Southwest governors, Afenifere leaders call for unity, economic development
Southwest governors and Afenifere leaders have called for stronger unity and teamwork to support peace, democracy, and development in the region. They made this appeal during the Southwest stakeholders’ meeting held in Akure, with the theme “Strengthening democracy through dialogue; assessing progress and charting the future.” Speakers stressed that political differences should not stop leaders […]