INEC Chairman to Deliver Keynote Address at Electoral Policy Dialogue in Abuja
The event, which is being organised by the Abuja-based law firm Law Corridor, is scheduled to hold on April 29, 2026, at the Abuja Continental Hotel. It is expected to bring together political stakeholders, civil society organisations, election observers, legal experts, and policy actors to examine Nigeria’s electoral system and discuss possible reforms ahead of future elections.
Ex-Humanitarian Minister, Others Wanted as Court Issues Arrest Warrant
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, presided over by Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Sadiya Farouq, and a former Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Bashir Alkali. The order was given yesterday […]
Rovers FC Edge Abakaliki FC In NNL B2 Southern Conference Finale
Rovers FC secured a narrow but decisive 1–0 victory over Abakaliki FC in a tightly contested Nigeria National League B2 Southern Conference fixture at U. J. Esuene Stadium on Thursday.
South Korea Commits $5.6M to Boost Child Immunisation in Lagos, Four Other States
South Korea has pledged $5.6 million to strengthen child immunisation programmes across five Nigerian states, including Lagos, in a move aimed at improving vaccine coverage among vulnerable populations. The Korean Consul-General to Nigeria, Mr Sang Ho Lee, disclosed this on Thursday, 16, April , 2026 during the flag-off ceremony of the Republic of Korea-UNICEF Investments […]
BREAKING: Blord Regains Freedom, Granted Bail on Self-Recognizance
Controversial businessman and social media personality, Linus Williams, popularly known as Blord, has regained his freedom after being granted bail on self-recognizance. He was released on Friday following a court ruling that allowed him to walk free without sureties, although he was ordered to surrender his international passport as part of his bail conditions. Recall […]
FG Tightens Airport, Prison Security Amid Insurgent Plot Targeting Abuja, Niger State
Nigeria’s security forces have received intelligence on planned attacks by Islamist militants on the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport and a prison facility in Abuja, as well as a military detention centre in neighbouring Niger State.
NBTE Approval Fueling Student Incitement by Rival Colleges — Oyo Proprietor
The Proprietor of Iseyin College of Science and Health Technology in Oyo State, Sunday Owoseni, has alleged that some disgruntled individuals linked to unapproved private health institutions are inciting students against the college’s management. Owoseni made the allegation in a statement issued on Thursday, April 16, 2026, in Ibadan, the state capital. He said the […]
Immigration Arrests 125 Foreign Nationals in Lagos, 82 Face Repatriation
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Lagos State Command, has arrested 125 foreign nationals over alleged immigration violations, with 82 of them set to be repatriated. The arrests were carried out on March 30, 2026, during a joint operation with the Nigeria Police Force across parts of Lagos State, including Agege, Alimosho, Ebute Metta and Badagry. […]
Asuquo Dominates 400m as MTN CHAMPS Finale Heats Up
The penultimate day of the MTN CHAMPS grand finale at the Lekan Salami Stadium on Thursday produced a string of standout performances, with several finals decided and medals claimed across track and field events. In the senior men’s 400m, Team MTN’s Ezekiel Asuquo delivered a commanding run to claim gold in 46.60 seconds. He finished […]
Philippine Forces Kill 10 Militants in Botched Arrest Operation
Philippine security forces killed 10 suspected Islamist militants during a violent confrontation that erupted while attempting to execute arrest warrants, police said on Friday, April 17, 2026. The confirmation was issued in a police statement released early Friday following the operation in the country’s predominantly Muslim southern region, where remnants of Islamic State-linked groups remain […]