Expect new young players in Super Eagles from Chelle – NFF boss, Gusau
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has revealed that the Super Eagles squad will feature new young players in upcoming matches. NFF President, Ibrahim Gusau, stated that coach Eric Chelle is actively integrating fresh talents into the national team to strengthen the squad for future competitions. According to Gusau, the inclusion of young players is part […]
NELFUND has paid 265 tertiary institutions for 1.5 million applications – Sawyerr
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has paid approved student loan funds to 265 tertiary institutions across the country. This was disclosed by the Managing Director of NELFUND, Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, who said the payments cover about 1.5 million student applications processed so far. According to Sawyerr, the fund was created to ease the financial […]
Troops kill 16 SWAP terrorists, recover logistics in Borno
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI under the Joint Task Force (North East) have killed 16 suspected ISWAP terrorists during a counter-offensive in Borno State. The military said the operation followed a failed attack by the insurgents on a Forward Operating Base in Auno. In a statement issued by Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, the terrorists attempted […]
Benue Deputy Speaker condemns Utonkon church abduction, urges immediate security action
The Deputy Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly has strongly condemned the recent abduction that took place at a church in Utonkon community. He described the incident as disturbing and unacceptable, calling for urgent steps to bring the perpetrators to justice. In his reaction, the lawmaker expressed sympathy with the victims, their families, […]
Osun CP charges newly promoted officers to be more dedicated to duty
The Commissioner of Police in Osun State has charged newly promoted officers to see their elevation as a call to greater responsibility and dedication to duty. He encouraged them to uphold professionalism and remain committed to protecting lives and property across the state. Speaking during a brief ceremony, the police chief reminded the officers that […]
Manual transmission of results: Akpabio just told Nigerians their votes won’t count – Ezekwesili
Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has criticised Senate President Godswill Akpabio over comments supporting manual transmission of election results. According to her, such a position sends a dangerous message to Nigerians that their votes may not truly count in future elections. Ezekwesili reacted strongly following recent developments in the National Assembly, where proposals for […]
Atiku, Makinde hold closed door meeting with Babangida in Minna
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde held a private meeting with former military ruler, General Ibrahim Babangida, in Minna on Tuesday. The discussion reportedly took place behind closed doors, and no details of the talks have been officially disclosed. The meeting drew attention from political observers, given the influential roles […]
Suspected Tranformer vandal lynched in Calabar South
A suspected transformer and cable vandal was killed by a mob in Calabar South, Cross River State, early Tuesday morning. Eyewitnesses reported that the incident occurred around 5:00 am on Mayne Avenue. The man, whose identity is yet to be confirmed, was apprehended by a local vigilante group, while other alleged members of his gang […]
Lagos announces partial closure on Lagos–Abeokuta Expressway for road repairs
The Lagos State Government has announced a partial closure of sections of the Lagos–Abeokuta Expressway to allow urgent rehabilitation work by the Federal Ministry of Works. The repairs will focus on the stretch between U-Turn Bus Stop and Sango Tollgate and are set to last from February 11 to March 11, 2026. The rehabilitation will […]
We will go on strike again if our demands are not met by April – JOHESU
The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) have warned that they may embark on another nationwide strike if the Federal Government fails to meet their demands by April. The union said it has exercised patience for months but will no longer tolerate delays on issues affecting its members. JOHESU leaders explained that their demands centre on […]