BREAKING: Defence Minister Summons Service Chiefs Over Deadly Terrorist Attacks on Military Bases
The high-level meeting, currently taking place at the Ministry of Defence Headquarters in Abuja, brought together key figures within Nigeria’s security architecture to deliberate on the worsening security situation and chart a renewed strategy against insurgent groups operating in the region.
‘My Father Opposed My Education’ — Eucharia Anunobi Opens Up on Painful Childhood
Veteran Nollywood actress and evangelist Eucharia Anunobi has opened up about the difficult experiences she faced growing up, revealing that her father once locked her in her room for six months because she refused to accept a job he arranged for her. The actress shared the story during an appearance on the Honest Bunch podcast, […]
Laycon Opens Up on Losing ‘Inner Voice’ After BBNaija Victory
Nigerian rapper Laycon has shared a deeply personal experience following his victory at the 2020 edition of Big Brother Naija, revealing that he lost what he describes as his “inner voice” shortly after winning the reality show. Speaking during an episode of his series ‘Life with Laycon’, the artiste whose real name is Olamilekan Agbeleshebioba […]
Kunle Afolayan Raises Alarm Over Rising Diesel Cost, Says N11m Monthly Expense Is Unsustainable
Nollywood filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has expressed deep concern over the rising cost of diesel, revealing how the surge is placing serious pressure on his business operations in Lagos, Truth Live News International reports. In a video posted on his Instagram page on Tuesday, the film producer spoke about the financial challenges facing his establishment, particularly […]
UNILAG ASUU Begins Indefinite Strike Today
The UNILAG chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities declared an indefinite strike effective today Wednesday March 11, 2026 after members received what the union described as “amputated” salaries for both January and February 2026, incomplete payments that excluded key allowances the lecturers are contractually entitled to.
Dangote Now Supplies 92% of Nigeria’s Petrol — NMDPRA Figures
According to Punch, as at February, Dangote’s share of domestic petrol supply had climbed to approximately 92 percent, a seismic shift in a market that was almost entirely import dependent just two years ago
Naira Depreciates Against Dollar Amid Global Market Uncertainty
The naira has weakened past the N1,400 mark against the US dollar at Nigeria’s official foreign exchange market, data shows, signalling growing pressure on the country’s local currency. On Tuesday, the naira traded at N1,401.4 per dollar, down from N1,346.32 just three weeks ago. On Monday, the currency briefly reached N1,405.62 per dollar, marking its […]
FAAN to Reintroduce Cash Payments at Nigerian Airports
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) will resume accepting both cash and electronic payments at airport access gates nationwide from Friday, March 13, 2026. The move comes after the initial rollout of a fully cashless payment system caused significant traffic congestion at several airports, prompting President Bola Tinubu to order its suspension. Following the […]
ICPC Secures Fresh Court Order to Detain El-Rufai for Another 14 Days
The allegations against El-Rufai are wide ranging and serious. He is facing inter-agency investigations over multiple charges bordering on alleged money laundering, diversion of public funds, corrupt enrichment and security related issues.
Jigawa Raises Ward Heads’ Allowance
Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, has approved an increase in the monthly allowance of ward heads, also known as Maiunguwa. The decision was announced on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, following the State Executive Council meeting held at the Government House in Dutse. The allowance was raised from N3,000 to N10,000, according to the Commissioner for […]