Lagos Assembly seeks urgent rescue of abducted corps member in Kogi
The Lagos State House of Assembly has called on security agencies and relevant authorities to urgently intervene in the abduction of a prospective corps member, Miss Lateefah Binuyo, who was kidnapped in Kogi State while travelling for the NYSC orientation programme. Lawmakers described the incident as disturbing and unacceptable, urging swift action to secure her […]
NPFL: Nasarawa United sign Oluka from City FC on loan
Nasarawa United have completed the signing of midfielder Ngei Oluka on a short-term loan deal ahead of the ongoing Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. The Solid Miners confirmed the arrival of the City FC player as they continue to strengthen their squad for the remainder of the 2025/2026 campaign. Oluka joined Nasarawa United from […]
Russia far from victory in Ukraine – UK
The United Kingdom has said that a Russian victory in the ongoing war in Ukraine is far from certain, despite Moscow’s continued military campaign. The statement was made on Thursday at a meeting of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), where the UK highlighted the heavy cost of the war on Russia’s […]
Gov Buni begs FG to establish Federal Kidney Disease Centre in Yobe
Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has appealed to the Federal Government to establish a Federal Kidney Disease Centre in the state to tackle the growing burden of chronic kidney disease among residents. The governor made the call on Thursday during the commissioning of the permanent site of the Biomedical Science Research Centre (BioRTC) at […]
UCL: SuperComputer predicts top five teams to win trophy ahead of knockouts
The Opta SuperComputer has released its prediction for the top five teams most likely to win the UEFA Champions League this season, following the conclusion of the league phase on Wednesday night. With all clubs now confirmed for the round of 16 and knockout play-offs, attention has shifted to which team has the strongest chance […]
We won’t sit-at-home again – Onitsha Main Market traders assure Soludo
Traders at Onitsha Main Market have assured Governor Chukwuma Soludo that they will no longer comply with the Monday sit-at-home, signaling a return to normal business activities across Anambra State. The pledge came during a meeting between the governor and market leaders, aimed at resolving the prolonged market shutdown that has disrupted commerce in the […]
Five fire incidents hit Kano metropolis within 24 hours
The Kano State Fire Service has confirmed that at least five separate fire outbreaks occurred across Kano metropolis within a 24-hour period, between January 27 and 28, 2026. The incidents were reported in Nassarawa, Fagge, and Kano Municipal local government areas, but prompt response by firefighters prevented major losses. The first fire broke out at […]
Ogun begins 50th anniversary celebration with weekly road commissioning
The Ogun State Government has officially launched activities marking its 50th anniversary with the weekly commissioning of major road projects across the state. The Golden Jubilee celebration began last week with the opening of the Wole Soyinka Train Terminal and the Sagamu–Ayepe Road in Sagamu Local Government Area, followed by the Afon Palace Road in […]
Nigerian govt extends student’s loan application deadline
The Federal Government has extended the deadline for student loan applications for the 2025/2026 academic session. The extension was announced by the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, giving students more time to apply and benefit from the scheme. According to NELFUND, the application deadline has been moved from January 31, 2026, to February 27, 2026. […]
Transfer: Terem Moffi agrees loan move to FC Porto
Abuja-based lawyer and activist, Deji Adeyanju, has stated clearly that state governors do not have the constitutional power to pardon terrorists. In a statement issued on Thursday, Adeyanju criticised the growing practice of some governors granting amnesty to armed groups as part of non-military approaches to tackling Nigeria’s worsening security problems. He described such actions […]