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target=_blank>Engineering Nigeria’s Green Future: How NASENI is Powering Climate Action Through Innovation
Climate change has emerged as one of the defining challenges of 21st century, a global crisis whose impact spares no nation, and Nigeria is no exception. From the drying up of Lake Chad and erratic rainfall patterns that threaten food security to the floods sweeping through riverine communities each year, the signs are visible and
target=_blank>Tinubu orders reduction of 2026 Hajj fare
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered an immediate review of the 2026 Hajj fares. The President directed the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to come up with new fares for the exercise within two days. Vice-President Kashim Shettima handed down the President’s directive during a meeting with management and board members of NAHCON at
target=_blank>Hardship: Nigerians deserve empathy, Muslim Congress tells Tinubu
The Muslim Congress (TMC) has expressed concern over what it called ‘the biting effect of the current economic reforms’, saying beyond policies, Nigerians deserve empathy and immediate relief to ameliorate the current hardship. He body also expressed worry over brewing crisis between PENGASSAN and the Dangote Refinery, calling on President Tinubu to urgently intervene and
target=_blank>ADC: We are Not Surprised Tinubu Kept Alleged Certificate Forger in His Cabinet
The coalition African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said it is not surprised that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has retained the Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Uche Nnaji, in his cabinet even after the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and the NYSC disowned the certificates he presented for his appointment. ADC in a statement by Mallam
target=_blank>Kaduna: Hunters’ Commander killed, 3 Bandits Neutralized in Fierce Gun Battle
Commander of the United Hunters Association in Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna State, Kabiru Sani Musa Gangara, has been reported killed in a rescue operation of some kidnapped victims from Danja in Katsina State. According to the National Commander of the Association, Usman Taju, three suspected bandits were also neutralized during the operation, which
target=_blank>Political parties propose independent body to appoint INEC chair
Registered political parties in Nigeria, under the aegis of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), have proposed the establishment of an independent body to appoint the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), its National Commissioners, and Secretary to ensure neutrality and strengthen Nigeria’s electoral integrity. The proposal was made by IPAC National Chairman, Dr
target=_blank>Retired Air Vice Marshal Dies on Abuja-bound British Airways Flight
A British Airways (BA) flight from London to Abuja was diverted to Barcelona, Spain, in the early hours of Monday, after Osita Obierika, a retired Nigerian Air Vice Marshal from Anambra State, died onboard. The aircraft, which departed London’s Heathrow Airport at 11:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 5, was scheduled to land at the Nnamdi
target=_blank>Senate to debate alleged ‘systemic genocide’ against Christians in Nigeria
A motion sponsored by Senator Ali Ndume (APC, Borno South) and co-sponsored by Senators Sani Musa (APC, Niger East), Aliyu Wamakko (Sokoto North) and Ibrahim Bomai (Yobe South), over alleged systemic genocide against Christians in the country is set for debate by the Senate at the resumption of the plenary on Tuesday. Our correspondent reports
target=_blank>Egyptian President al-Sissi backs Trump’s peace plan for Gaza
Ahead of the negotiations on the Gaza war, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sissi praised US President Donald Trump’s peace plan. Al-Sissi thanked Trump on Monday in a televised speech for helping to initiate a ceasefire after “two years of war, genocide, killing and destruction.” A ceasefire, the release of hostages and prisoners, and steps toward
target=_blank>Kwara United sack coach after defeat to Abia Warriors
Kwara United have asked their Technical Adviser, Coach Tunde Sanni, to step aside following the team’s 1–0 home defeat to Abia Warriors in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 7 clash on Sunday at the Kwara State Stadium Complex, Ilorin. The Harmony Boys began the game brightly, dominating possession in the first half but
target=_blank>Wike, FCDA’s failure to file reply process stalls hearing in Abuja River Park Estate feud
Justice Mohammed Zubairu of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, sitting in Jikwoyi-Kurudu, on Monday, fixed November 5 for the hearing of a suit seeking judicial review of the proceedings, report, and recommendations of the Ministerial Committee set up by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, on the River Park Estate ownership dispute. The
Wike, FCDA’s failure to file reply process stalls hearing in Abuja River Park Estate feud
target=_blank>Floods displace 3,000, affect 6,000 in Lagos – Sanwo-Olu
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has disclosed that flooding incidents across the state have displaced more than 3,000 residents and affected over 6,000 others between January and October 2025. The governor made the disclosure while calling for stronger partnerships to implement flood-resilient solutions that protect lives, livelihoods, and infrastructure from the growing impacts of climate
Floods displace 3,000, affect 6,000 in Lagos – Sanwo-Olu
target=_blank>Reps move to regulate crypto, POS operations
The House of Representatives has set up an Ad-hoc Committee to review the regulations and security implications of cryptocurrency adoption and Point-of-Sale, POS, operations in Nigeria. The Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, while speaking at the ceremony on Monday stated that the committee became necessary amid allegations of fraud, cybercrime, and consumer exploitation in the digital finance
Reps move to regulate crypto, POS operations
target=_blank>Two Nigerians among eight players nominated for Chelsea Goal of the Month award
Two England youth internationals of Nigerian descent, Chizaram Ezenwata and Tyrique George, are among eight contenders for Chelsea’s Goal of the Month award. Chelsea on Monday announced their Goal of the Month nominees for September 2025, with Ezenwata and George among the contenders. Ezenwata earned his nomination for his goal during Chelsea’s U18 Premier League
Two Nigerians among eight players nominated for Chelsea Goal of the Month award
target=_blank>BREAKING: Fire guts Rivers government secretariat
Fire has razed a section of the Rivers State Government secretariat situated in Port Harcourt. The Cable reports that the cause of the fire has not been ascertained. According to the report, the fire affected the section, which houses the Rivers State Pension Board. The development comes a few weeks after President Bola Tinubu recalled
BREAKING: Fire guts Rivers government secretariat
target=_blank>‘Forgive me if I’ve wronged you’ – Bauchi Gov on 67th birthday
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has sought forgiveness from individuals he may have wronged during his years in public service and leadership. The governor made the appeal in a post through his official Facebook handle on Monday to mark his 67th birthday. He expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for His mercy and guidance throughout
‘Forgive me if I’ve wronged you’ – Bauchi Gov on 67th birthday
target=_blank>Why Deputy Speaker Kalu is attacking Gov Otti – Abia Govt
Abia government has knocked the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, saying his criticism of the administration of Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, is because of his governorship ambition. This was as the government advised Kalu to Keep his ambition till appropriate time. It described recent comments by Kalu, who represents the
Why Deputy Speaker Kalu is attacking Gov Otti – Abia Govt
target=_blank>UEFA gives approval for LaLiga, Serie A matches to be played in US, Australia
UEFA has given approval for LaLiga and Serie A matches to played in the United States and Australia, respectively. This decision comes despite outrage from fans. Barcelona and Villarreal will play each other in Miami in December and Milan will take on Como in Perth, Australia, in February. In a statement released on Monday, UEFA
UEFA gives approval for LaLiga, Serie A matches to be played in US, Australia
target=_blank>Ibas deserves respect – Ex-NBA President cautions Rivers Assembly against planned probe
Chief Onueze Okocha, former President of the Nigerian Bar Association has warned the Rivers State House of Assembly against initiating probe into the activities of the ex-Sole Administrator, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas. DAILY POST reports that the state Assembly, upon resumption of plenary last month, resolved to probe Ibas’ spending during the six-month emergency
Ibas deserves respect – Ex-NBA President cautions Rivers Assembly against planned probe
target=_blank>Action Alliance: Mahmood Yakubu complies partially with court judgment, escapes IGP’s arrest
The National Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof Mahmood Yakubu has escaped being arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force, following his partial compliance with the judgment of the Federal High Court, Osogbo, Osun State which ordered him to return the name of the National Chairman of the Action Alliance, AA,
Action Alliance: Mahmood Yakubu complies partially with court judgment, escapes IGP’s arrest
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