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2027: We’re in trouble for losing Kwankwaso to ADC – APC chieftain

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has approved reduced working hours for civil servants during the 2026 Ramadan fasting period. The move aims to help Muslim workers observe Ramadan and participate in religious activities. The directive, issued in a circular dated 17 February 2026 by Ismail Ibn L. Garam, Director of Establishments, was addressed to the […]

2026 World Cup: All 48 countries that qualified for tournament confirmed

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 countries for the first time in history, marking a major expansion of the tournament. Teams from all continents have now secured their spots after completing qualification matches. The expanded format allows more nations to participate, giving emerging football countries a chance to compete on the global stage. […]

ALDRAP vs NBA: Court set to deliver judgment on Blue Silks rank

An Federal High Court in Abuja is set to deliver judgment on the controversial Blue Silks rank in Nigeria’s legal profession. The dispute involves Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners and the Nigerian Bar Association over the introduction of the Senior Counsel of Nigeria (SCN) title. ALDRAP created the Blue Silks rank as an […]

NYSC extends service year for 12 corps members in Osun

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Osun State has extended the service year of 12 corps members over various infractions. This was disclosed by the State Coordinator, Ekang Ita Kubiangha, during the passing-out ceremony held in Osogbo. He revealed that a total of 1,808 corps members successfully completed their service and were issued certificates. […]

Nigeria vs Jordan: Live Updates from Super Eagles friendly in Turkey

The Nigeria national football team will take on Jordan national football team in an international friendly match in Turkey. The game is scheduled to hold at Mardan Stadyumu in Antalya, with kickoff set for 6:30pm local time. Nigeria heads into the match with confidence after a 2–1 win over Iran in their last outing. Coach […]

Kano lawmaker Ado resigns from NNPP

A member of the House of Representatives, Abdulhakeem Kamilu Ado, has officially resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). The lawmaker, who represents Wudil/Garko Federal Constituency in Kano State, confirmed that his resignation takes immediate effect. In his letter, Ado explained that he plans to join another political party that aligns better with his […]

Bauchi Governor Mohammed signals PDP exit, eyes ADC

Governor Bala Mohammed has hinted at leaving the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing internal crisis within the party. He described the PDP as disorganized and said efforts to restore unity have not been successful. Speaking after meeting with leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the governor said the party looks like a better platform […]

Don’t fight politicians’ battles – Mahdi Shehu warns supporters

Public commentator Mahdi Shehu has advised Nigerians not to fight or argue aggressively on behalf of politicians. He warned that many supporters take political matters too personally, often leading to unnecessary conflicts. According to him, politicians have the resources and platforms to defend themselves without risking the safety of their followers. Shehu stressed that blind […]

JAMB releases 2026 Mock UTME results

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of the 2026 Mock UTME for candidates across the country. The mock exam was conducted to help students prepare for the main Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. According to JAMB, candidates can now check their results through the official channels provided by the board. The […]