The Enugu State Police Command have clarified why it Arraigned Chisom Okonkwo, the woman who accused her husband of defiling their two young daughters, instead of prosecuting the father she accused. The explanation follows widespread public concern after police charged the complainant with defamation and giving false information. Chisom had reported her husband, Ozioma […]
Doctors across England on Friday launched a five-day strike, the latest in a series of industrial actions over pay and limited training opportunities within the National Health Service (NHS). The walkout, which began at 0700 GMT, involves resident doctors—those below consultant level—who represent roughly half of the hospital medical workforce. This marks the 13th […]
Kylian Mbappé brushed off the hype surrounding his latest scoring landmark after steering France to qualification for the 2026 World Cup, saying that the number itself means little compared with what he still wants to accomplish in his career. The Real Madrid forward, who reached the 400-goal mark with a decisive performance for Les […]
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has sharply criticised former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Yusuf Buratai (rtd.), over his recent remarks concerning the minister’s public confrontation with a naval officer in Abuja. The clash, which occurred at a disputed building site in Gaduwa, involved Wike questioning the presence and conduct […]
Lagos State University (LASU) has moved to correct what it described as misleading coverage suggesting the institution was abandoning in-person teaching. In an official release, the university said only a small proportion of its teaching units will be switched to virtual platforms — a targeted response to overcrowding rather than a blanket move to […]
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has been ordered to halt its planned national convention following a ruling by the Federal High Court in Abuja, which held that former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido must be given the opportunity to contest for the party’s national chairmanship position. Justice Peter Lifu, who delivered the ruling, directed […]
New official figures and industry reports show a marked easing in the cost of staple foods across Nigeria this year, prompting government officials to credit targeted agricultural measures and a stronger harvest season even as farmers and analysts warn that the gains may be fragile without sustained support. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) […]
Two federal legislators from Kano State have formally severed ties with the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing ongoing turmoil within the party’s hierarchy, and have signalled alignment with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Sagir Ibrahim Koki, who represents Kano Municipal in the House of Representatives, submitted a written notice of withdrawal dated […]
In a decisive move to address lingering payment delays and tighten budget timelines, the leadership of the National Assembly of Nigeria has committed to advancing both contractor disbursements and the passage of the 2026 appropriation. The initiative was underscored by Senate President Ahmad Lawan during recent discussions with officials and contractors. Officials say […]
The Super Eagles will battle the Leopards of DR Congo on Sunday in Rabat after both teams claimed tense wins to reach the final stage of Africa’s 2026 World Cup qualifying playoffs. Nigeria booked their place with a hard-fought 4–1 extra-time victory over Gabon at the Moulay Hassan Stadium, while DR Congo snatched a last-gasp […]
