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By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo OSOGBO — The Owa of Otan-Ayegbaju in Boluwaduro Local Government Area of Osun State, Oba Lukman Adesola Ojo-Fadipe, has appealed to Governor Ademola Adeleke to urgently intervene to prevent the total collapse of the Otan-Ayegbaju–Ila-Orangun road. During a recent inspection of the road, critical sections were found to have been severely […]
The Lagos Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, in collaboration with the Kick Against Indiscipline, KAI, has stepped up enforcement against illegal street trading in parts of Lagos, dislodging traders occupying road corridors and other unauthorised spaces. The operation covered areas around Tafawa Balewa Square, TBS, and the Costain Under Bridge/National Theatre axis, where traders were removed […]
Print article Share The UK has avoided the need for gas imports worth £5.9bn since the start of the Hormuz crisis as a result of record electricity generation from wind and solar, reveals Carbon Brief analysis. While gas prices are surging towards levels not seen since the 2022 energy crisis, the UK has been generating […]
By Davies Iheamnachor PORT HARCOURT — A Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has fixed November 4, 2026, to hear a suit challenging the eligibility of Kingsley Ogundu Chinda to contest the 2027 Rivers State governorship election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The suit, marked FHC/PH/CS/3/2026, was instituted by Samuel […]
— AIRS seeks additional N28bn after N47bn generated in 2025 By Nwabueze Okonkwo ONITSHA — The Anambra State Internal Revenue Service, AIRS, has set a target of N75 billion for the 2026 fiscal year, representing an additional N28 billion over the N47 billion generated in 2025. The Executive Chairman of AIRS, Ikeazor Okonkwo, disclosed this […]
This is the first in a series of monthly columns from Climate Home News Editor Megan Rowling. They are exclusively available to Pro subscribers. The deadly flash flood that thundered down Nepal’s Bhote Koshi valley a month ago may have been hard to predict given the complexity of monitoring glacial slopes in the high mountains. […]
…unveils Oyo governance reset By Adeola Badru The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Sharafadeen Alli, has promised to end what he described as the stifling of local governments in the state, declaring that his administration would not spend “one kobo” belonging to the councils if elected in 2027. Alli […]
By Rotimi Ojomoyela ADO-EKITI — There was drama in the early hours of Wednesday in Ado-Ekiti as staff and students of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) mobilised to the residence of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Joshua Ogunwole, after policemen reportedly arrived there in an attempt to arrest him. The Vice-Chancellor had raised the alarm after policemen […]
…Candidates risk losing outstanding offers as Board warns no further extension By Joseph Erunke, Abuja ABUJA — The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has fixed November 30, 2026, as the final deadline for candidates with outstanding admission offers from the 2021 to 2025 admission exercises to either accept or reject the offers. The Board […]
Drama ensued in the city of Ado-Ekiti in the early hours of Wednesday as some staff and students of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), foiled an attempt to arrest the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Joshua Ogunwole. The VC had raised an alarm that policemen had surrounded his residence in Ado-Ekiti and that their purpose […]
The Minority Leader of the Sokoto State House of Assembly, Abubakar Magaji, has criticised the administration of President Bola Tinubu, saying he has not seen significant development under the Federal Government in the past three years. Magaji, who represents Bodinga North Constituency on the platform of the African Democratic Congress, made the statement on Tuesday […]
Sunday Ehigiator The Senator Sharafadeen Alli Campaign Organisation has described Oyo State Governor and Allied Peoples Movement (APM) presidential candidate, Seyi Makinde, as “clueless” and “a total embarrassment” to the people of the state over his comments on increased allocations from the Federation Account and persistent hunger. The organisation made the assertion in a statement […]
Yemi Kosoko in Jos The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Plateau State House of Assembly, Kanke constituency, Kevin Nedim Pankshin, has pledged to champion legislative reforms aimed at strengthening public institutions and improving governance if elected. Speaking during an interactive session with journalists in Jos, Pankshin said his aspiration to serve in the […]
• Says new laws excludes party which fails to submit register 21 days to pry •Sets aside judgment striking down Section 77(5)(6)(7) , 84(2) of the Electoral Act Alex Enumah in Abuja The Supreme Court has held that contrary to the position of political parties and the Court of Appeal, the Guidelines and Timetable of […]
• Urges INEC to investigate Hammed Shittu in Ilorin Opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State yesterday raised the alarm over the alleged importation of foreign nationals by some politicians in the state with intention to use them for electoral malpractices in the forthcoming general election. The party, therefore, called on the Independent National […]
The Bauchi State Police Command has warned traders and foreign exchange dealers to be vigilant against fraudsters allegedly using counterfeit US dollars to defraud members of the public. The command’s spokesperson, SP Nafiu Habib, issued the warning in a statement made available to journalists on Wednesday. He said the police had arrested two suspects within the […]
• Target 90% of Ekiti votes Gbenga Sodeinde in Ado Ekiti In an unusual show of cross-party cooperation, Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in the June 20, 2026 election, Dr. Wole Oluyede, have joined forces to mobilise support for President Bola […]
James Sowole in Abeokuta and George Okoh in Makurdi A former Governor of Benue State and leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, Chief Samuel Ortom, has urged members of the party to shun violence and focus on issue-based campaigns ahead of the 2027 general election. Ortom made the call yesterday while […]
By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi The All Progressives Congress (APC), Kebbi State Chapter, has dismissed allegations by Senator Garba Musa Maidoki of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) that the arrest, detention and prosecution of some ADC members and supporters were politically motivated, challenging the opposition party to produce concrete and verifiable evidence to substantiate its […]
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has declared that the abduction of 39 students and seven teachers in some communities in Oriire Local Government Area of the state was a test of the effectiveness of the state’s security architecture. Makinde made this disclosure while receiving the report from the judicial commission of inquiry set up […]
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has challenged the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, to demonstrate a broader understanding of Lagos beyond his decision to learn Yoruba ahead of the 2027 governorship election. The APC Publicity Secretary, Seye Oladejo, made the call on Tuesday in reaction to Rhodes-Vivour’s […]
By Femi Bolaji JALINGO: The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Taraba State University (TSU), Jalingo Branch, has agreed to a two-week extension requested by the Taraba State Government to enable it to resolve the union’s outstanding demands and implement the 2025 Federal Government-ASUU agreement. The decision has temporarily averted a planned shutdown of academic […]
The NMA-NAFDAC Liaison Committee has confirmed that high concentration of methanol in a local concoction known as ‘monkey tail’ is responsible for the recent mass deaths in Ondo State. Chairman of the committee, Dr Azim Adekunle Ashimi, disclosed this in an update on Tuesday, citing laboratory findings by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration […]
Meets security chiefs ahead of Tinubu’s visit By Olasunkanmi Akoni Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has assured residents and visitors that his administration will continue to strengthen security across the state, particularly ahead of the Yuletide season. Sanwo-Olu gave the assurance on Tuesday when he met with security chiefs at the State House, Marina, ahead […]
Civil servants divided over justice process as panel begins sitting By Egufe Yafugborhi & Ochuko Akuopha ASABA: The family of late Mr Unity Ekpevbughe Adeda, a Deputy Director in the Delta State Ministry of Secondary Education, on Tuesday intensified efforts to establish the circumstances surrounding his death, with arrangements for an autopsy underway. The development […]
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA — The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Federal Fire Service (FFS) has warned residents against activities that could worsen flooding, particularly as rainfall continues to intensify across the Territory. The Controller of the Command, Muhammed Anas, urged residents to take necessary precautions against flooding, saying the heavy and persistent […]
The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre, RULAAC, has raised the alarm over the disappearance of one Ms. Nwosu Chikamso Jennifer, who was arrested by operatives of Rapid Response Squad, RRS, Awkuzu, Anambra State, formerly known as SARS. Ms. Nwosu was said to have been arrested after her brother fled to avoid arrest on […]
The Jigawa State Government has attributed the delay in the release of National Examinations Council (NECO) results for students in public secondary schools to a failed bank transaction involving payment to the examination body. State Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Isa Chamo, disclosed this while reacting to the delay in releasing the NECO results. He […]
The Bauchi State Police Command has foiled the alleged abduction of a 16-year-old boy, arresting a 60-year-old suspect, Abdullahi Abubakar, in Shira Local Government Area of the state. Spokesman of the command, SP Nafiu Habib, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, saying the victim, Usman Dauda, was rescued unhurt during […]
Brazil’s environment minister says he is “very optimistic” that the Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF) – a new rainforest fund to channel private and public finance to developing nations – can meet a key $10 billion funding target this year, and is not at risk from his country’s elections next month. The TFFF, launched by […]
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Enugu State has accused Governor Peter Mbah’s administration of imposing what it described as an aggressive revenue regime on businesses in the old Nsukka zone. The party specifically alleged that haulage trucks loading or offloading goods at Obollo-Afor Market in Udenu Local Government Area are being charged a N25,000 […]
The Kano State Government has warned traditional rulers, religious and community leaders, political actors and members of the public against mobilising people to disobey lawful government directives. The government said disagreements over the recent restrictions on Durbar activities and the ongoing Kano Emirship legal dispute should be handled through lawful channels rather than confrontation or […]
The House of Representatives has called for intensified security operations to secure the immediate and safe release of 116 schoolchildren and other victims abducted in Borno State. The call followed a motion of urgent public importance moved by Rep. Midala Balami, who raised concerns over the prolonged captivity of victims abducted in Mussa, Lassa and […]
By James Ogunnaike The Ogun State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed claims challenging the eligibility of its 2027 governorship candidate, Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu, describing allegations that his name was omitted from the party’s official membership register as baseless and politically motivated. The party’s position followed reports attributed to the Ogun Democratic […]
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Ogun State has dismissed allegations questioning the eligibility of its 2027 governorship candaidate, Oladipupo Adebutu, describing it as a fabrication by political detractors. The party was reacting to claims by the Ogun Democratic Accountability Forum, ODAF, that Adebutu’s name was omitted from its official membership register. In a statement […]
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has warned security operatives not to become catalysts for violence in the 2027 general elections, stressing that they remain a critical component of democracy. Abiodun gave the warning on Tuesday at a two-day workshop on election security, the law, stakeholders and the media organised by the Ogun State Police Command […]
Patrick Schröder is a senior research fellow at Chatham House’s Environment and Society Centre. A climate summit serious about implementation cannot afford to leave major emissions reductions off the table. Yet, that is the risk COP31 faces unless it makes reducing raw material use central to the way countries decarbonise their economies. On the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York last week, […]
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The Federal Fire Service (FFS), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command has issued a fresh flood safety warning to residents of Abuja as heavy and persistent rainfall intensifies across the Territory. The Controller of the FCT Command, Muhammed Anas, urged residents to remain vigilant, particularly those living in low-lying communities, riverbanks and […]
The Kano State Government has warned traditional rulers, politicians, religious leaders and community leaders against making statements or taking actions that could encourage people to disobey lawful directives or threaten peace in the state. The warning was issued in a statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Justice and Constitutional Matters, Aminu Hussaini. […]
The Kogi State High Court sitting in Lokoja has adjourned the cybercrime case filed by the Kogi State Government against human rights activist Austin Okai to November 16, 2026, for the cross-examination of the prosecution’s star witness. The case followed alleged social media publications by Okai accusing the Kogi State Government of diverting ₦13.4 billion […]
* Nechi urges African families to build global access, impact and legacy The Chairman of Optiva Capital Partners, Franklin Nechi, has called on African entrepreneurs, investors and families to move beyond traditional wealth accumulation and embrace global access as a strategic tool for business growth, family security and intergenerational legacy. Nechi made the call at […]
Targets victory in presidential, legislative polls By Adeola Badru IBADAN — The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Oyo State, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has directed the party’s grassroots mobilisation machinery to commence full-scale operations ahead of the 2027 general elections. Alli said the party was strategically positioned to win the presidential, National Assembly, governorship […]
— Party dismisses alleged fake membership cards, urges opposition to resolve internal disputes By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe The All Progressives Congress, APC, Gombe State chapter, has dismissed allegations by the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, that the APC-led administration is involved in the alleged production of fake membership cards ahead of the party’s fresh governorship primary […]
The Lagos Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, has arrested 14 persons and confiscated scores of carts allegedly used by illegal waste collectors during separate enforcement operations across Lagos State. LAWMA disclosed this in a post shared on the Lagos State Government’s Instagram page on Monday, saying the intensified operations were targeted at curbing illegal dumping and […]
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has recounted his early involvement in spiritual activities, claiming he began “casting out demons” when he was about 17 years old. Okpebholo made the disclosure during a church service at The Votage Church, where he reflected on his youth and experiences dealing with what he described as spiritual battles and cultism. Addressing […]
By Ganiyu Olowu There is a moment in every public disagreement when explanation stops clarifying the issue and begins to become the issue itself. That moment may have arrived in the responses and counter responses of the Director General of the Ekiti State Bureau of Tourism, Mr. Wale Ojo-Lanre on his venom against Glocient Hospitality […]
By Hadiza Yusuf The Kano Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (KACCIMA) has fixed November 23, 2026, for the commencement of the 47th Kano International Trade Fair. The President of KACCIMA, Ambassador Usman Hassan Darma, disclosed this at a briefing on Monday. Darma said the trade fair would provide businesses with opportunities to showcase […]
The National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, Osun State, has clarified a report concerning the alleged disappearance of a corps member, Adewebi Opeoluwa, serving at St. James Grammar School, Ayetoro, Olorunda Local Government Area of the state. The NYSC said the corps member, identified with registration number OS/26A/5230, was neither missing nor kidnapped, contrary to reports […]
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the management of Kebbi State’s finances has emerged as a major political issue, with the African Democratic Congress, ADC, demanding an account of funds it said accrued to the state between May 2023 and October 2025. The dispute centres on N627.14 billion, which the Kebbi ADC says the state […]
Gbenga Sodeinde in Ado Ekiti Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has begun a major restructuring of his administration ahead of the commencement of his second term by dissolving boards, commissions and parastatals, while also terminating the appointments of political office holders across the state. The sweeping decision, which takes immediate effect, has been widely […]