Saudi Arabia Announces Eid-el-Fitr to Hold on Friday
The crescent of Shawwal 1447 AH was not sighted anywhere in Saudi Arabia today. As a result, the month of Ramadan will complete 30 days tomorrow, and Eid Al Fitr is expected to be celebrated on Friday.
Troops Neutralise Over 60 ISWAP Fighters, Repel Midnight Attack in Borno
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have successfully repelled a coordinated attack by Boko Haram/ISWAP insurgents in Mallam Fatori, Abadam Local Government Area of Borno State, killing more than 60 fighters, including key commanders. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, March 18, 2026, was confirmed in a statement released via the Nigerian […]
Group Galvanizes Edo Students For Tinubu’s Re-election, Vows To Complement Okpebholo’s 2.5 Million Votes
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting National Coordinator of the Coalition for Tinubu-Okpebholo-Nigeria, Precious Topa, has unveiled plans to galvanize students of Edo State origin in tertiary institutions nationwide to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. Topa said the initiative is meant to complement Governor Monday Okpebholo’s pledge to deliver 2.5 million votes for the president in the […]
Doku Remains Optimistic Despite Man City’s UCL Exit
Jeremy Doku has expressed confidence in Manchester City’s chances of ending the season on a positive note, despite their elimination from the UEFA Champions League. City’s European campaign came to an end following a heavy aggregate defeat to Real Madrid in the round of 16. The English side had suffered a 3-0 loss in the […]
Nigeria’s Power Companies Shut Down Plants as Debt Crisis Reaches Breaking Point
The N6.8 trillion debt owed to GenCos has accumulated over several years due to persistent payment shortfalls within Nigeria’s electricity market. The Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc, which purchases power from generators and sells to distribution companies, has consistently failed to fully settle invoices since the sector’s privatisation in 2013.
Gunmen Abduct Cocoa Farmers in Ibadan, One Rescued
Armed men have abducted four cocoa farmers at the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria in the Idi-Ayunre area of Ibadan, with security operatives confirming that one of the victims has been rescued. The attack occurred on Wednesday when the gunmen reportedly emerged from the bush and intercepted the victims’ vehicle while they were heading within […]
Nigeria’s Power Companies Shut Down Plants as Debt Crisis Reaches Breaking Point
The N6.8 trillion debt owed to GenCos has accumulated over several years due to persistent payment shortfalls within Nigeria’s electricity market. The Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc, which purchases power from generators and sells to distribution companies, has consistently failed to fully settle invoices since the sector’s privatisation in 2013.
Tinubu Receives Ceremonial Welcome at Windsor Castle in UK State Visit
President Bola Tinubu and his wife, Oluremi, were welcomed at Windsor Castle on Wednesday with a full military reception, marking the start of a historic state visit to the United Kingdom, the first by a Nigerian leader in 37 years. The couple were greeted by a 42-gun salute from the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery. […]
NIPR Honour: Otu Bags Patron, Pledges People-Centred Governance
Institute Says Honour Reflects Commitment to Ethical Governance and Reputation Management.
Police Launch Manhunt On Killers Of FRSC Officer, Daughter, Declare Reward For Volunteer Of Information
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Nigeria Police Force has launched a manhunt on two persons in connection with the killing of a senior officer with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Ogun State and her 10 years old daughter. The Osun State Police command image maker, Abiodun Ojelabi, in a statement made available to journalists in […]