INEC Seeks Better Funding, Improved Staff Welfare
Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan (SAN), has appealed to the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) for increased and sustainable funding, as well as improved welfare for the workforce ahead of the 2027…
Burna Boy becomes first African artiste to top Billboard Global 200 chart
Nigerian Afrobeats star, Damini Ogulu, known professionally as Burna Boy, has made history as the first African artiste to top the Billboard Global 200 Songs chart. The Grammy-winning singer achieved the feat after his collaborative World Cup song with Shakira,…
Eight Killed, Five Injured as Gunmen Attack Benue Community During Funeral
At least eight people have been killed and five others injured following a deadly attack by gunmen on Otukpo-Nobi community in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State. According to the Benue State Police Command, the attack occurred on Sunday…
Arewa civilised, IPOB, OPC should learn from them – Sheikh Gumi
Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has described the Arewa as “civilised”, saying groups such as the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, and the Oodua People’s Congress, OPC, should emulate them.Gumi made the remark in a Facebook post on Sunday. He…
Dangote Group offers N500k reward in whistleblower initiative to curb illegal use of its trucks
Dangote Industries Limited (DIL) has introduced a whistleblower initiative as the conglomerate moves to clamp down on the “illegal use” of its trucks. The initiative includes a N500,000 reward to individuals who provide credible information that could lead to the…
Nigeria has highest number of private jets in Africa — Keyamo
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has disclosed that Nigeria currently has the largest fleet of private jets in Africa, describing the development as an opportunity to deepen partnerships with global aircraft manufacturers and expand the country’s…
Tinubu converts popular polytechnic to university
Tinubu converts popular polytechnic to university President Bola Tinubu has approved the conversion of the Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, into the Federal University of Mining, Engineering and Technology, Nasarawa, in a move aimed at strengthening technical education and unlocking Nigeria’s vast…
Every Nigerian life is equally precious’ — Sultan seeks release of abducted Borno pupils
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has welcomed the rescue of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State, urging the Federal Government and security agencies to intensify efforts to secure the release of schoolchildren recently abducted in Borno…
South Africa World Cup midfielder Adams dies aged 25
South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25, just weeks after featuring for his country at the World Cup. Adams featured in all three of South Africa’s group games at the tournament, where…
Seyi Tinubu Leads Unity Cup Polo Clash from Lagos to London
Seyi Tinubu has taken center stage in promoting sports diplomacy by leading the Unity Cup Polo Clash, an event that connects Lagos and London through the shared passion for polo. The tournament brings together top polo players, business leaders, diplomats,…