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target=_blank>FEC approves upgrade of snakebite treatment centre in Gombe
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the upgrade of the snake bite treatment center in Kaltungo, Gombe State, into “the National Snake Bite Research and Medical Centre Kaltungo, Gombe State.” This was disclosed by the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Ali Pate, after the FEC
target=_blank>NDLEA Destroys Over 12 Tonnes of Illicit Drugs in Kano
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano Strategic Command, has publicly destroyed 12,233.946 kilograms (about 12.2 tonnes) of assorted illicit drugs and psychotropic substances seized through intelligence-led operations across Kano State and at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport. The exercise, led by the Commander of the Kano Strategic Command, CN Dahiru Yahaya Lawal, is
target=_blank>2027: Revised APC list sparks protest in Ondo
Some members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State staged a protest in Akure, the state capital, on Monday, rejecting the party’s revised list of senatorial and House of Representatives candidates. The protesters marched through major roads of the state capital, wielding placards with inscriptions such as “Ondo State Is on Fire,” “Ondo
target=_blank>El Obeid Crisis: We’re Coordinating with U.S, UK and EU – Sudanese govt
Sudan’s Peace Government said it is working with Western partners to secure civilian protection measures in El Obeid. “While welcoming this international engagement, the Peace Government reaffirms its readiness to continue coordinating and engaging with all international and regional partners, particularly the United States of America, the United Kingdom, and the European Union,” the Council
target=_blank>FEC approves reform of NYSC
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the reform of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). This was disclosed by the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande. Addressing State House correspondents after the meeting at the Presidential Villa, on Monday, the Minister said will include a full review
target=_blank>Declining crude prices don’t guarantee cheaper petrol – Experts
Two petroleum industry experts have said that declining global crude oil prices do not automatically translate into immediate reductions in petrol pump prices. The experts said this in separately with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Lagos, citing inventory costs, refining cycles and other market fundamentals. They said under Nigeria’s deregulated downstream
target=_blank>Yobe Senatorial ticket dispute: Court orders substituted service on Ahmad Lawan
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday granted an application for an order of substituted service of court processes on Senator Ahmad Lawan, the former Senate President, in a suit filed by an aspirant, Hassan Kafayos. Justice Salim Ibrahim made the order after Kafayos’ lawyer, Francis Mgboh, moved a motion ex-parte to the effect.
target=_blank>Hunters rescue 7 NECO candidates abducted by ISWAP
Hunters have rescued seven students of Government Day Secondary School, Lassa, Borno State, who were abducted by suspected fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). Daily Trust had reported that suspected ISWAP fighters picked all students who were in their classrooms during Monday’s attack on Government Day Secondary School, Lassa, in Askira-Uba Local
target=_blank>Dariye: Plateau’s security challenges multidimensional
Former Plateau State Governor and Chairman of the Strategic Committee on the Crises in the State, Senator Joshua Dariye, says the two decades of security crises bedeviling the state are multidimensional and require holistic solutions. Dariye’s committee was established after state’s high-level engagement with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to investigate the lingering crises and find
target=_blank>FG to oil marketers: Deregulation must not become avenue for profiteering
Minister of State for Petroleum, Sen Heineken Lokpobiri, has stated that although the price of Premium Motor Spirit, also known as fuel, is determined by market forces, deregulation should not become an avenue for profiteering. Speaking during the general counsel and legal advisers forum 2026 organised by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Authority (NMDPRA)
target=_blank>Insecurity: Tinubu doesn’t need to wear Khaki to fight – Pastor Adeboye
The leader of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, said Nigerians should not expect President Bola Tinubu to wear “khaki to fight” the country’s insecurity. Pastor Adeboye said Tinubu should only give instructions on how to deal with insecurity in Nigeria. He spoke at the US-Nigeria faith heroes award gala, which
Insecurity: Tinubu doesn’t need to wear Khaki to fight – Pastor Adeboye
target=_blank>Ebonyi: Gov Nwifuru effects minor cabinet reshuffle, reassigns commissioners
The Ebonyi State Governor on Monday effected a minor cabinet reshuffle, with several commissioners reassigned to new ministries in a move aimed at strengthening governance and consolidating the administration’s achievements in the state. The announcement was made by the Commissioner for Information and State Orientation, Barr. Ikeuwa Omebeh, while briefing newsmen at the Old Cabinet Office in
Ebonyi: Gov Nwifuru effects minor cabinet reshuffle, reassigns commissioners
target=_blank>Osun: Police arrest, parade 24 suspects over cultism, political violence
The Osun State Police Command has announced the arrest of 24 suspects allegedly linked to cult-related killings, political thuggery and other violent crimes across the state. Addressing journalists on Monday at the police command headquarters in Osogbo, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Gotan reaffirmed his commitment to maintaining peace ahead of the governorship and general elections.
Osun: Police arrest, parade 24 suspects over cultism, political violence
target=_blank>Screen pilgrims before 2027 Hajj to avoid ISWAP inclusion – Group charges NAHCON
A faith-based civil society organization, CSO, the Independent Hajj Reporters, IHR, has charged the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON and state pilgrims boards to make pre-registration security screening mandatory for all intending pilgrims ahead of the 2027 Hajj. The group, which monitors Hajj and Umrah operations, said the call follows the recent arrest of
Screen pilgrims before 2027 Hajj to avoid ISWAP inclusion – Group charges NAHCON
target=_blank>First Lady launches National Community Food Bank Programme for North-West
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Monday launched the National Community Food Bank Programme for the North-West zone in Jigawa State, as part of efforts to tackle malnutrition and food insecurity across the country. Speaking during the launch in Hadejia, she said the initiative is aimed at reducing the prevalence
First Lady launches National Community Food Bank Programme for North-West
target=_blank>Abia government moves to rescue abducted school pupils
Abia State government says it is doing everything to rescue the two school pupils that were reportedly abducted by a Tricycle operator in Umuosu Nsulu, Isiala Ngwa North LGA of the State, last week. The Special Adviser to Governor Alex Otti on Security, Navy Commander McDonald Ubah (Rtd) made this known on Monday at Government House Umuahia
Abia government moves to rescue abducted school pupils
target=_blank>Five African countries among highest IMF borrowers
Five African countries are among the top ten highest borrowers from the International Monetary Fund. Statisense disclosed this in a statement on its X account on Monday, citing IMF data as of June 24, 2026. The African countries are Egypt, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Ghana, and Angola. According to the report, Argentina took the front seat with
Five African countries among highest IMF borrowers
target=_blank>FCT Police clarify viral video of Peter Obi addressing officers in Abuja
The Nigerian Police Command in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT has clarified circumstances surrounding a viral video that captured the presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC Peter Obi addressing some officers in Abuja. DAILY POST reports that a video clip circulating on social media showed when Obi was interacting with officers of the
FCT Police clarify viral video of Peter Obi addressing officers in Abuja
target=_blank>Suspected bandits kill two, abduct pregnant woman, five others in Bauchi
Two people were reportedly killed and five others, including a pregnant woman, abducted after suspected bandits attacked Rafin Ciyawa village in Ningi Local Government Area of Bauchi State. The incident was disclosed in a post shared on X on Monday by security analyst Bakatsine. “Last night, gunmen suspected to be bandits attacked Rafin Ciyawa village
Suspected bandits kill two, abduct pregnant woman, five others in Bauchi
target=_blank>Xenophobia: We’ll shut down all South African businesses in Nigeria – NANS
National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has vowed to shut down all South African businesses in Nigeria. Speaking at a press conference on Monday against xenophobic attacks on Nigerian citizens in South Africa, NANS said no one has monopoly of violence. This came against the backdrop of many attacks on Nigerians in the country, especially the broad
Xenophobia: We’ll shut down all South African businesses in Nigeria – NANS
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