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Kogi CSDA officials and local government representatives attend a capacity-building training on NG-CARES 2.0 implementation in Okene.

Kogi CSDA targets greater impact as NG-CARES 2.0 receives additional World Bank financing

News 8 hours ago3 Mins Read

NFVCB officials review film classification data showing increased approvals and growing diversity in Nigeria’s film industry in 2025.

NFVCB approved 1,185 films in 2025 as Nigeria’s film industry records growth

News 8 hours ago3 Mins Read

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu addressing APC stakeholders ahead of Lagos Local Government Elections.

Lagos govt enforces ‘no-go zones’ near Third Mainland Bridge

News 9 hours ago3 Mins Read

Bayelsa Deputy Governor Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who passed away after collapsing at Government House in Yenagoa.

Bayelsa govt sets January 30 for burial of late deputy governor

News 9 hours ago2 Mins Read

Federal Government and ASUU officials sign a new agreement at the TETFund Conference Hall in Abuja to replace the 2009 pact.

FG, ASUU sign new agreement to replace 2009 pact, promise stability in universities

9 hours ago

TaiTaiwo Oyedele speaks at an Abuja governance colloquium, revealing threats faced over Nigeria’s ongoing tax reform programme.wo Oyedele addresses concerns over Nigeria’s newly gazetted tax laws following a critical report by KPMG Nigeria.

Oyedele says he faces death threats over Nigeria’s sweeping tax reforms

10 hours ago

ASUU leaders discuss salary concerns, pension reforms and the future of Nigeria’s university system following a new federal government agreement.

ASUU raises doubts over new FG–University agreement despite pension reform gains

10 hours ago

The Rivers State Police Command has recorded a significant success in its fight against kidnapping and other violent crimes with the arrest

Armed kidnapper arrested with loaded magazines in Rivers

12 hours ago

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu

Lagos govt to introduce electric boats as LAGFERRY promises cheaper, cleaner commutes

15 hours ago

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu

Lagos govt to introduce electric boats as LAGFERRY promises cheaper, cleaner commutes

News 15 hours ago2 Mins Read

Commuting in Africa’s most congested megacity is about to get cheaper and cleaner as the…

Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat represented at Fountain University convocation in Osogbo, addressing graduating students.

Nigeria needs active problem-solvers, not passive graduates — Hamzat

News 15 hours ago3 Mins Read

The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Obafemi Hamzat, has said Nigeria no longer needs passive…

Nigeria Revenue Service chairman Zacch Adedeji speaking on television to clarify public concerns about new tax laws and bank account taxation.

New tax laws do not target bank accounts, says NRS chairman

January 13, 2026

Over 2,000 death recorded as Iran’s anti-govt protests intensify

January 13, 2026

Vice President Kashim Shettima, Hajiya Usman and others

Shettima urges public servants to prioritise service

January 13, 2026

Seized oil tanker Marinera by US spotted in Scotland

January 13, 2026

Ex-UK soldier jailed for petrol bomb attack on police station

January 13, 2026

Students protesting insecurity in Ekpoma, Edo State, during a demonstration near Ambrose Alli University.

Rights group demands release of 52 AAU students arrested over insecurity protest

January 13, 2026

Federal High Court Abuja during proceedings in the Owo church attack terrorism trial.

Owo church attack trial: Two more witnesses testify as DSS tenders fresh exhibits

January 13, 2026

EFCC recovers, returns ₦802.4m to First Bank

EFCC recovers, returns ₦802.4m to First Bank

January 13, 2026

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State meets with Bishop Gabriel Dunia as Muslim groups protest the handover of eight public schools to the Catholic Mission.

Okpebholo orders security crackdown after youth murder

January 13, 2026

Father jailed 35 years for attempting to kill infant daughter in Ceredigion

Father jailed 35 years for attempting to kill infant daughter in Ceredigion

January 12, 2026

Accord Party officials addressing the media, with Lagos State Chairman Dele Oladeji speaking.

“Call your CP to order” – Adeleke petitions IGP over detention of media aide

January 12, 2026

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu

Lagos govt slashes vehicle plate replacement fee by 33%

January 12, 2026

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC)

HMRC accepted potential harm in child benefit fraud crackdown

January 12, 2026

Funke Akindele celebrates as her film Behind The Scenes becomes Nollywood’s first ₦2bn box office hit.

Funke Akindele makes history as Behind The Scenes crosses ₦2bn at box office

January 12, 2026

Rivers State Police headquarters amid investigation into alleged plot against FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.

Rivers Police invite ex-SSG Danagogo over alleged plot to assassinate FCT Minister Wike

January 12, 2026

NDLEA operatives display seized illicit drugs during an enforcement operation in Ebonyi State.

NDLEA arrests 157 suspects, seizes over 134kg of illicit drugs in Ebonyi

January 12, 2026

Tragedy struck in Rivers State following the kidnapping and killing of a 25-year-old woman, Rita Eleonu, despite her family paying a ransom in an attempt to secure

25-year-old woman kidnapped, murdered after ransom payment in Rivers

January 12, 2026

Peter Obi delivers a public statement criticising national priorities and supporting education funding.

Peter Obi slams ‘irresponsible’ checkpoints for national gridlock

January 12, 2026

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