Senate queries JAMB over UTME charges, demands relief for students
The Nigerian Senate has questioned the examination fees charged by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, saying many students struggle to afford the ₦3,500 UTME cost. Lawmakers raised the issue during a budget defence session, noting the current economic hardship facing families. Chairman of the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions, Amos Yohanna, called for a […]
Harmful to us’ – Domestic airlines slam FCCPC over price fixing claims
The Airline Operators of Nigeria has strongly criticised the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission over allegations of ticket price fixing. The FCCPC had claimed that some domestic airlines manipulated fares during the 2025 Yuletide season. AON Chairman, Obiorah Okonkwo, described the report as harmful and based on a poor understanding of airline economics. He […]
Benin attack: ‘Anyone in those vehicles would’ve died’ – Akpata narrates how Peter Obi, others escaped death
Former Edo State LP governorship candidate Olumide Akpata has revealed how he and other ADC leaders, including Peter Obi, narrowly escaped death during a violent attack in Benin City. The motorcade was targeted by suspected assassins during Akpata’s declaration into the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Akpata explained that timely intelligence prompted them to move quickly […]
Alleged N33.8bn fraud: Court bars Mamman’s lawyer from recalling prosecution witness
The Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja, barred the defence in former Power Minister Saleh Mamman’s trial from recalling a prosecution witness in the alleged N33.8 billion fraud case. Justice James Omotosho said the procedure was inconsistent with legal practice. Defence lawyer Femi Atteh, SAN, had requested that Abdulkareem Ibrahim Ozi, previously Prosecution Witness 2, […]
Nigeria’s N152tn debt largely inherited – Edun tells Senate
The Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, told the Senate that Nigeria’s N152 trillion debt is mostly inherited, with only about N20 trillion borrowed since 2023. Exchange rate fluctuations also increased the naira value of foreign loans, contributing to the debt growth. Edun explained that the proposed N58.472 trillion 2026 budget focuses on growth-enhancing projects aimed […]
Demolition: Lagos Assembly suspends construction in Makoko, Shogunle
The Lagos State House of Assembly has suspended all construction in Makoko and Shogunle for two weeks, pending reconciliation talks with residents. The move includes a 250-metre setback from the Third Mainland Bridge and an additional buffer beyond the power line corridor. Committees of ten members from each community, including women, youths, students, and traditional […]
FG: Nigeria ready for state police reform
The Federal Government has affirmed Nigeria’s readiness for state police, with President Bola Tinubu advocating for decentralised policing once constitutional amendments are passed. The move aims to address rising insecurity across the country. Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, highlighted the importance of improved communication systems alongside security reforms, noting that timely digital information is critical […]
Lagos arrests 50 residents for taking residence on pedestrian bridge
The Lagos State Government has arrested 50 individuals who were living on the Abule Ado Pedestrian Bridge. The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, shared the update on X. He said the action followed intelligence gathered from a viral video. According to Wahab, officials carried out a clearance operation on and under the […]
Senate demands immediate sack of CAC Registrar-General, Hussaini Magaji
The Nigerian Senate has called for the immediate removal of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) Registrar-General, Hussaini Magaji, over repeated snubs of lawmakers. Senators expressed frustration at Magaji’s failure to appear before committees despite multiple summons. Lawmakers described the Registrar-General’s actions as disrespectful to the Senate and a breach of accountability standards. They argued that […]
Adamawa: 18 killed in Boko Haram attack on Madagali community
At least 18 people were killed in a Boko Haram attack on a community in Madagali, Adamawa State. The insurgents reportedly struck in the early hours, targeting residents and causing widespread panic. Survivors said the attackers arrived in large numbers, burning homes and looting properties before fleeing. Security forces were deployed to the area, but […]