INEC Flags Off Campaigns for 2026 FCT Council Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has directed political parties participating in the 2026 Area Council elections of Federal Capital Territory, FCT, to commence public campaigns in preparation for the polls.
Nigeria Boosts Drug Production: Local Output Hits 60%
A former chairman of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Anthony Oyawole, says production of basic pharmaceuticals in Nigeria has increased from 40 per cent to nearly 60 per cent.
Kwara Sports Commission Dissolves All State Associations
The Kwara State Sports Commission has dissolved all sports associations in the state with immediate effect.
PTDF, UNIJOS Urge Miners to Adopt Modern Practices to Curb Insecurity
The Petroleum Technology Development Fund, PTDF and the University of Jos have called on stakeholders in the mining sector to embrace modern mining practices in a bid to curb insecurity in the country and develop the sector.
Police Nab Suspects In Car Theft, Child Abduction in Anambra
Anambra State Police Command says its operatives have recorded several breakthroughs in different parts of the state including the arrest of car-snatching suspects, a child-stealing syndicate, and the retrieval of stolen items and vehicles.
FBI places $10,000 bounty on Nigerian wanted for bank fraud
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has announced a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a Nigerian, Olumide Adebiyi Adediran, wanted in the United States for multiple fraud offences.
SWAN Directs Members To Boycott Coverage of NFF Activities
The National Executive Committee of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has directed all its members across the country to withdraw from covering or participating in any activity of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), including the forthcoming Annual General Assembly scheduled for Ibadan, Oyo State.
Kelechi Scores for Celtic’s 1-1 Draw with Red Star Belgrade
Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho scored a goal for his club, Celtic FC as they played against Red Star Belgrade on Wednesday night in the Europa League
Denmark Airport Shut Down Over Drone Sightings
An international airport in Denmark, Aalborg Airport has been closed due to drones in its airspace.
Wike Applauds Akwa Ibom Gov for Leaving PDP
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has applauded the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, for leaving the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress, APC.