Kano Government projects up to 700,000 births in 2026
The Kano State Government has projected that between 600,000 and 700,000 babies will be born across the state in 2026, a figure that is already drawing attention to the growing strain on healthcare services. The projection was made public during the maiden convocation ceremony of the Sardauna College of Health Sciences and Technology held in […]
2027: Tampering with Tinubu/Shettima ticket will harm APC’s chances – Yerima
A senior figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Haruna Yerima, has warned that any move to alter the Tinubu/Shettima presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections could seriously damage the party’s chances. In a statement released in Abuja, Yerima said the joint ticket remains a strong political asset and should not be […]
FCT NUT orders teachers to join ongoing strike
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Wing, has instructed all primary and secondary school teachers in Abuja to fully participate in the ongoing strike action. The strike, led by the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC), began on Monday, January 26, 2026, following a call by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) for […]
AGF takes over ICPC’s alleged fraud case against Mike Ozekhome
The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has taken over the prosecution of the alleged fraud case filed by the ICPC against Prof. Mike Ozekhome, SAN. The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory approved the move, allowing the AGF to review the case file. As a result, […]
CAN holds special prayers for 177 abducted Kaduna worshippers
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has held a special prayer session for 177 Christian worshippers abducted from churches in Kurmin Wali village, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The worshippers were taken by gunmen during church services on Sunday, January 18, 2026, and have not been released as of the time of this […]
Kano Govt rebukes Buba Galadima over Yusuf’s second-term prospects
The Kano State Government has reacted strongly to comments credited to elder statesman Buba Galadima concerning the chances of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf securing a second term in office. The government described the remarks as misleading and unnecessary, saying they do not reflect the political reality in the state. In a statement issued by the […]
Dangote Refinery resorts to gasoline imports amid RFCC downtime
Dangote Refinery is facing fresh operational pressure as its Residual Fluid Catalytic Cracker (RFCC) remains shut for a prolonged period. According to global commodities intelligence firm Kpler, the downtime has limited the refinery’s ability to fully process crude, forcing it to adjust operations to keep other units running. To manage the challenge, the 650,000 barrels-per-day […]
Don’t publicise our discussions after visiting me in prison – Nnamdi Kanu warns
The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has instructed visitors to Sokoto Correctional Centre not to make public statements or broadcasts about their discussions with him. Kanu emphasized that any messages intended for the public will only be communicated through his lawyers or close associates, including Emma Powerful. Kanu, who is […]
I can’t walk alone in my estate, strange men follow me’ – Actress Teniola Aladese
Nollywood actress Teniola Aladese has revealed that she no longer feels safe walking alone in her Lekki estate, Lagos, due to worrying encounters with strangers. Speaking on the That’s What She Said podcast, Aladese shared that her experience in Lekki contrasts sharply with her time in Magodo, where walking alone—even late at night—was considered normal. […]
Why reinstated Osun LG executives remain in office — ALGON Chairman
The Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Osun State, Abiodun Idowu, has explained why reinstated local government council executives are still in office despite their official tenure ending on October 22, 2025. Idowu said the continued stay of the officials is tied to ongoing court proceedings at the Federal High […]