Nigerians tackle Gov Okpebholo over N3000 fuel price comment
Nigerians and political groups have criticised Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo after he compared petrol prices in Nigeria and the United Kingdom, saying Nigerians should consider themselves to be “enjoying” because petrol is more expensive in the UK. Okpebholo made…
Oyo declares Monday work-free day for teachers
The Oyo State Government has declared Monday, October 5, 2026, a work-free day for all teachers across the state in commemoration of this year’s World Teachers Day. This directive was contained in a circular issued on Sunday by the Secretary…
LASTMA plans 24-hour traffic operations as Lagos braces for festive-season movement
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has announced plans to intensify traffic management operations across the state as part of measures to tackle increased vehicular and pedestrian movement during the Ember Months and forthcoming festive season. The General Manager…
WAEC confirms new Nigeria head
The West African Examinations Council has officially announced the appointment of 56-year-old Suleiman Kum as the Head of the Nigeria National Office. Before his appointment, Kum was Deputy Registrar in the HNO’s office and served as Senior Deputy Registrar, Test…
Manchester United Legend Dwight Yorke Confirms Interest in Vacant Black Stars Coaching Jobs
Former Manchester United and Aston Villa striker Dwight Yorke has confirmed his interest in becoming the next head coach of Ghana’s senior national team, the Black Stars. Yorke’s interest comes as Ghana begins the search for a replacement for Portuguese…
CAF confirms December 7 date for 2026 Awards in Lagos
The 2026 CAF Awards will take in Lagos, Nigeria on Monday, December 7, according to the Confederation of African Football, CAF.Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, formerly known as the National Theatre, in Iganmu, Lagos will host the…
Abia students emerge best in Qatar debate competition
Students from public schools in Abia State, representing Nigeria, have emerged as overall champions at the 2026 International Schools Debate Championship in Doha, Qatar. The team won four major trophies and 12 laurels after competing against students from six countries…
INEC to brief Nigerians as 2027 polls enter 100-day countdown
The Independent National Electoral Commission will on Tuesday hold a national stakeholders’ meeting and World Press Conference to mark 100 days to the 2027 general elections, with the commission expected to provide updates on its preparations for the polls. The…
Kidnappers give Oyo corps members’ parents 24 hours to pay ransom
The parents of 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps members kidnapped while travelling from Oyo State to their orientation camps have said their abductors gave them 24 hours to pay N1bn ransom for their release. The parents disclosed this on…