INEC Extends Continuous Voter Registration by Two Weeks, Introduces Online Self-Service Registration
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced a two-week extension of the ongoing nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise following a review of the exercise and consultations with State Offices, political parties, civil society organisations and other stakeholders. The CVR, which commenced on 18 August 2025 and was initially scheduled to end on 10…
Oyo FOMWAN Begins Week-long 40th Anniversary Celebration on Monday
The Oyo State chapter of the Federation of Muslim Women’s Associations in Nigeria (FOMWAN) has unveiled a comprehensive seven-day programme of activities to commemorate its 40th anniversary, with events designed to promote faith, youth development, humanitarian service, environmental sustainability and community engagement across the state. The anniversary celebration, scheduled to hold from July 6 to…
Tinubu Jokes About ‘Akara’ Backlash, Playfully Calls First Lady ‘Iya Alakara’
ABUJA – President Bola Tinubu on Thursday drew laughter at the Presidential Press Corps Dinner after jokingly referring to First Lady Oluremi Tinubu as “Iya Alakara” (Mother of Akara Seller), a playful remark widely seen as a response to the recent public debate sparked by her comments encouraging women to embrace small-scale businesses. The President…
Kaduna High Court Denies El-Rufai’s Medical Bail Application
The High Court of Kaduna State has dismissed the third bail application filed by former Governor Nasir El-Rufai in the ongoing corruption trial initiated by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). In a ruling delivered on June 29, 2026, Justice D. H. Khobo rejected the application, which sought bail on medical…
NYSC Extends Orientation Camp from Three to Six Weeks
ABUJA- The Federal Government has approved a sweeping reform of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), extending the orientation camp from the long-standing three-week programme to six weeks as part of efforts to equip corps members with stronger leadership, entrepreneurial and digital skills. The decision was approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC), marking the…
Over 100 Nigerian Soldiers Missing After Deadly Boko Haram Assault, Fresh Security Fears Emerge
ABUJA – At least 104 Nigerian Army personnel have reportedly been declared missing weeks after a deadly Boko Haram attack on a military formation in Borno State, raising fresh concerns over the scale of casualties suffered during the insurgents’ renewed offensive in the North-East. According to military sources, the missing personnel were part of troops…
IGP Launches ‘Operation Kosaye’ to Wipe Out Kidnappers, Criminal Hideouts in Lagos, Ogun
LAGOS – Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has launched Operation Kosaye, a coordinated security offensive aimed at rooting out kidnappers, bandits and other violent criminals operating across Lagos and Ogun States. The operation, whose name means “No Chance”, is part of renewed efforts by the Nigeria Police Force, with support from the Lagos and Ogun…
Grief as Irigwe Nation Buries Nine Victims of Southern Kaduna Massacre, Demands Justice
KADUNA – The Irigwe ethnic community has held a mass burial for nine victims killed in a recent attack on Unguwar Magaji in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, with mourners demanding justice and stronger government action to end the recurring wave of violence targeting communities in the region. The emotional burial ceremony brought…
NDC Rallies for Legal Showdown as Obi, Kwankwaso Lead Appeal Against Court Verdict
ABUJA – The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has intensified efforts to overturn the court ruling that nullified its registration, with presidential candidate Peter Obi, vice-presidential candidate Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and other party leaders spearheading a coordinated legal battle aimed at restoring the party’s status before the 2027 general elections. Ahead of Monday’s appeal at the…
Petrol Prices Remain High Despite Crude Oil Crash to $73 Per Barrel
Despite a significant drop in global crude oil prices to around $73 per barrel, petrol prices in Nigeria have remained largely unchanged, raising concerns among consumers over the delayed impact of falling international oil costs. The price of petrol in Nigeria has continued to stay elevated even as global crude oil prices experience a notable…
