Author: Damilola

The Borno State Government has temporarily shut down and relocated Government Day Secondary School, Mussa, in Askira/Uba Local Government Area, following the abduction of 42 students and pupils by suspected insurgents. The decision was announced by the Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, Lawan Wakilbe, during a visit to the affected community on Monday. The governor’s spokesperson, Dauda Illiya, disclosed the development in a statement issued on Tuesday, noting that the visit formed part of the state government’s response to the incident. The visit followed an earlier condolence and sympathy trip by Babagana Umara Zulum on May 19, during…

The Nigerian naira recorded a relatively stable performance on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, trading within a narrow band against the United States dollar across both the official and parallel foreign exchange markets. At the official window of the Central Bank of Nigeria, the naira exchanged at about ₦1,375 to the dollar under the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), with intraday movements ranging between ₦1,374 and ₦1,377. Market data indicated that the currency’s steadiness was supported by improved foreign exchange liquidity, sustained investor confidence, and expectations of additional inflows into the economy. Analysts also noted moderate trading activity in the interbank…

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Jos branch, has warned of a looming industrial crisis in Nigeria’s public universities over what it described as the Federal Government’s slow and inconsistent implementation of the 2025 FGN/ASUU agreement. Speaking at a press conference held at the union’s secretariat in the University of Jos on Monday, the branch leadership said growing frustration among academics could collapse the fragile peace currently holding the university system. The union said its National Executive Council (NEC), which met at Modibbo Adama University on May 9 and 10, 2026, reviewed the implementation of the agreement…

The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays to mark the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Monday by the Ministry of Interior and signed by the Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. According to the statement, the declaration reflects the government’s recognition of the religious significance of Eid-ul-Adha and its importance to Muslim faithful in Nigeria and across the world. The Minister congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and the diaspora on the occasion, describing Eid-ul-Adha as a festival rooted in…

Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, says he is awaiting federal government approval for the take-off of his proposed security outfit named “Iru Ekun Security Network”. “Iru Ekun,” which translates to “the tail of a leopard” in Yoruba, is designed to operate as a regional security structure aimed at tackling criminal activities in the South-West. In a statement issued on Monday, Igboho said the outfit has already submitted the necessary documentation to the federal government and is awaiting approval for official commencement. “We have submitted all the required documents for our registered security firm, Iru Ekun Security Network and…

Prices of cooking gas have risen sharply across parts of Lagos, Ogun and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), as marketers and industry operators raise concerns over worsening supply shortages and increasing operational costs in Nigeria’s liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) sector. Checks across several locations showed that retail prices of cooking gas have climbed to between ₦1,400 and ₦2,000 per kilogramme, depending on the area. In Ikorodu, Lagos, consumers reportedly paid about ₦1,800 per kg, up from around ₦1,300 about a month ago. At Afeeze Bus Stop in Ogba, prices rose further to ₦2,000 per kg from ₦1,500 within three weeks.…

US President Donald Trump has urged American negotiators to take their time in securing a comprehensive agreement with Iran, saying discussions are progressing in a “constructive and orderly manner.” In a post on Truth Social on Sunday, Trump stressed that both sides must avoid rushing the process. “Both sides must take their time and get it right. There can be no mistakes!” he wrote. Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baqaei, confirmed that several issues under discussion have been resolved but warned that a final agreement is not yet close. He said political dynamics in the United States remain inconsistent, adding…

The Nigerian naira traded within a relatively stable range against the United States dollar on Monday, May 25, 2026, across both the official and parallel foreign exchange markets. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed the naira trading around ₦1,375/$ at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), closely aligning with the previous closing rate of ₦1,375.46/$ recorded on May 22. The movement reflects continued stability in the official market despite persistent demand pressures. At the parallel market, also known as the black market, Bureau De Change operators in Lagos and Abuja quoted the dollar at approximately ₦1,385 for buying…

The Lagos State Government says it apprehended 931 persons for waste management offences, inspected 2,251 sites, issued 1,711 contravention notices, and sealed 239 facilities as part of intensified environmental enforcement operations carried out across the state over the past year. The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this during the 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing held at Alausa, Ikeja. According to Wahab, the ministry strengthened its Monitoring Enforcement and Compliance (MEC) operations during the review period to ensure adherence to environmental laws and sanitation standards. “Through the monitoring and enforcement drive of the agency, 931 persons were apprehended…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) will today begin its presidential primary election process ahead of the 2027 general elections, with delegates from all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory expected to participate. The party has adopted the direct primary method, following reports that all three leading aspirants—Atiku Abubakar, Rotimi Amaechi, and Mohammed Hayatu-Deen—declined appeals to step down for a consensus candidate. Party leaders had earlier considered an affirmation-style process but opted for direct voting, citing compliance   with the provisions of the Electoral Act 2026. Attention is now focused on the political strength, national reach, and internal party support bases…