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The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed that Pastor Paul Adefarasin, founder and senior pastor of House on the Rock Church, is currently under interrogation after a viral video appeared to show him holding what looked like a firearm during a disagreement with a content creator.

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has announced that tax offices will remain open on weekends throughout June.

Nigeria’s headline inflation rate eased further to 22.97% in May 2025, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is working with developers to establish a regulatory framework for stablecoins, according to Dr. Emomotimi Agama, the SEC's Director-General.

Chief Bode George, a former deputy national chairman of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), has likened the party’s structure in Lagos and Nigeria to the deeply rooted Iroko or Lebanon oak tree.

The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Maitama, Abuja, has granted bail to Godwin Emefiele, the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, at a sum of N2 billion.

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has expressed alarm over Dangote Refinery's recent announcement to begin direct nationwide distribution of petrol and diesel.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed that they targeted the Iranian state television channel, IRINN, on Monday.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced plans to suspend all official engagements to visit Benue State on Wednesday.

Search teams have successfully recovered the cockpit voice recorder from last week's Air India crash site, a crucial piece that could reveal insights into the cause of the tragic incident.

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has issued a summons to Air Peace, Nigeria's largest airline, in response to a wave of consumer complaints regarding ticket refunds.

Pope Leo has expressed profound sorrow and solidarity with the victims and the families of about 200 people killed in a tragic massacre in Benue State.

The U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv was damaged by an Iranian missile strike in the early hours of Monday, in a significant escalation of hostilities between Israel and Iran.

The Kano State government has revealed plans to privatize the waste management sector, with a renewed focus on avoiding the pitfalls that undermined previous privatization efforts.

President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow and frustration over the recent killings in Benue State, labeling the incidents as "depressing" and "inhuman."

Hundreds of protesters took to the streets, blocking major roads in Benue State in outrage over he recent deadly attacks in Yelwata and Daudu communities.

Rev. Fr. Polycarp Lubo, the chairman of the Plateau State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and a dedicated priest of the Catholic Archdiocese of Jos, has passed away.

Dangote Petroleum Refinery announced on Sunday that it will begin distributing petrol and diesel to marketers, petrol dealers, manufacturers, telecommunications firms, aviation companies, and other large users nationwide without the buyers bearing the cost of logistics.

The Lagos State government has announced the enforcement of a technology-based electronic call-up (e-call-up) system to address rising traffic issues caused by articulated trucks on the Lekki-Epe corridor.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) North-East summit descended into chaos as delegates expressed their outrage over the exclusion of Vice President Kashim Shettima from endorsements for the 2027 elections.

​​​​​​​Kamaru Usman showcased his elite fighting skills on Saturday night with a dominant performance against Joaquin Buckley at the UFC event in Atlanta, reaffirming his status as a top contender in the welterweight division.

As the world observes World Day Against Child Labour, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) has reported that nearly 138 million children were engaged in child labor in 2024.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) announced a revenue of N5.89 trillion and a Profit After Tax (PAT) of N748 billion for April.

Political economist Prof. Pat Utomi has urged President Bola Tinubu to undertake a complete restructuring of Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general election.

The Nigerian government has expressed its condolences to India following the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171 in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

Israel has launched multiple airstrikes targeting Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile infrastructure in what marks a significant escalation in the long-standing tensions between the two countries.

An Air India flight from Delhi made an emergency landing in Thailand on Friday, after receiving a bomb threat.

A British man of Indian origin has emerged as the only survivor of the Air India plane crash at Ahmedabad Airport.

An Air India plane with 242 passengers on board has crashed five minutes after taking off from Ahmedabad Airport.

As President Bola Tinubu prepares to address the National Assembly on June 12, marking Democracy Day, tensions are rising with plans for nationwide protests.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called off the Presidential National Broadcast originally scheduled for June 12, opting instead to deliver his Democracy Day address from the National Assembly.

Seamus Andrew, a prominent U.K. lawyer, has lost a legal battle to overturn misconduct findings related to a contentious $3 billion arbitration award involving Process & Industrial Developments (P&ID) and the Nigerian government.

The United States and China have reached a framework agreement aimed at easing trade tensions following two days of high-level talks in London.

The National Assembly is contemplating a bill that would require presidents-elect to be sworn in at the arcade of the National Assembly.

The World Food Prize Foundation has announcd the appointment of Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, the outgoing President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), to its Council of Advisors.

The World Bank has lowered its global economic growth forecast, citing ongoing trade disruptions, persistent inflation, and geopolitical tensions as major hurdles facing the world economy.

The Nigerian Army has successfully trained 604 special forces personnel in a strategic move to improve national security.

Nigeria's ambitious $5 billion oil-backed loan deal with Saudi Aramco has hit a snag due to a decline in global oil prices, according to Reuters.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has renamed the Abuja International Conference Centre after President Bola Tinubu.

Nigerian singer and songwriter Tems will join global superstars Doja Cat and J Balvin in headlining the first-ever FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show, set to take place on 13 July at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

Frederick Forsyth, the legendary British author known for his gripping thrillers such as "The Day of the Jackal," has died at the age of 86.

Trade negotiations between the United States and China will resume on Tuesday, 10 June, in London, as both nations strive to resolve ongoing trade disputes and build upon a temporary agreement reached in May.

Fourteen years after the enactment of the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act, there is a renewed call for its vigorous implementation at the state and local government levels to bolster democracy, accountability, and citizen engagement across Nigeria.

The National Assembly will welcome President Bola Tinubu for a special joint sitting on 12 June to commemorate Democracy Day.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) announced on Monday its approval for the Sam Okwaraji Secondary Schools Soccer Championship.

The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) at the Barau Dikko Teaching Hospital in Kaduna has called off its six-day warning strike.

High-level delegations from the United States and China are meeting in London today (Monday) to address ongoing trade tensions and attempt to avert a looming trade war.

The Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has inspected newly-imported rolling stock for the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Blue Line project at the National Theatre Train Terminal, marking a significant milestone in the state's transportation reform efforts.

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) announced on Sunday that it has successfully enrolled over 74% of inmates nationwide into the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) database, countering recent media reports that suggested otherwise.

Sudan is grappling with a rapidly spreading cholera outbreak, with the capital city reporting approximately 1,000 new cases daily, according to Africanews.

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Index reached an unprecedented peak last week, reflecting strong market performance amid a backdrop of mixed investor sentiment.

Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno has announced his departure from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the All Progressives Congress (APC), marking a significant shift in the state's political landscape.

Former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Mohammed Uwais, has died aged 88.

The Federal High Court of Nigeria has announced that the manual filing of new cases in the Lagos Judicial Division will cease on June 20, with the e-filing platform set to become operational on June 23.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State has officially endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term, signaling strong support from a key political region ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that 31,690 Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) remain unclaimed in Anambra State, raising concerns as the state prepares for a new voter registration exercise set to begin soon.

President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation banning travel from 12 countries, citing national security concerns.

Tidjane Thiam, the leader of Ivory Coast's main opposition party, the Democratic Party of Ivory Coast (PDCI), has been excluded from the final list of presidential candidates for the upcoming October 2025 election.

The North West Development Commission (NWDC) says it will soon open its official complaint page on its website, www.nwdc.gov.ng, as part of its broader commitment to tackling developmental challenges and promoting economic growth.

Security intelligence and investigation expert, Yahuza Getso Ahmad, has strongly opposed the idea of seeking foreign assistance to tackle Nigeria’s escalating insecurity, a topic recently raised in a broadcast media platform.

A popular native doctor and herbalist, Kenechukwu Ikegbunam—widely known as Husband Material—has reacted to the recent arrest of fellow native doctor Levi Obieze, also known as 'E de play, e de show', who was apprehended by the Nigeria Immigration Service over alleged ritual killings.

The Nigerian government has commenced the payment of N44,000 minimum wage arrears to former members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

Overcrowded classrooms in poor learning conditions continue to plague public schools across Rivers State, even as successive governments allocate billions to the education sector.

Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, visited Niger State on Monday to express sympathy for the victims of the devastating flood in Mokwa that claimed hundreds of lives.

Nigeria is pursuing a $25 billion undersea gas pipeline project aimed at supplying natural gas to Europe through the West African coastline.

The House of Representatives Committee on Basic Education and Examination Bodies has expressed strong criticism towards the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) during a hearing in Abuja.

Bill Gates, one of the world's wealthiest men, has revealed that the majority of his $200 billion pledge over the next 20 years will be dedicated to supporting health and development initiatives across Africa.

The Debt Management Office (DMO), representing the Nigerian federal government, is offering two Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) Savings Bonds for subscription, available at ₦1,000 per unit.

The Federal High Court (FHC) in Abuja experienced a complete shutdown on Monday as the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) commenced an indefinite strike.

The Nigerian government has announced that Friday, June 6, and Monday, June 9, 2025, will be observed as public holidays to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha.

At least 22 people have been confirmed dead following a tragic accident involving members of the Kano State delegation returning from the National Sports Festival held in Ogun State.

At least 110 people have lost their lives following devastating floods caused by heavy rains in central Nigeria, officials confirmed.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has put forward a substantial external borrowing plan totaling $24.14 billion, seeking approval from the National Assembly as part of Nigeria's 2024-2026 financial strategy.

Following admission that there were errors in this year's examination by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), the Senate has suggested that at least one Computer-Base testing (CBT) centre be set up in each of the 774 local government areas of the country.

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The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has stated that the country's inflation rate has dropped to 24.48% in January 2025.

World number 1 and the defending champion of the Australian Open, Jannick Sinner, has successfully defended his title at the 2025 Australian Open, defeating world number 2, German Alexander Zverev in straight sets, 6-3 7-6(7-4) 6-3.

World number 1 and defending champion of the Australian Open, Russia’s Aryna Sabalenka failed to defend her crown at the 2025 tournament as she lost in the final to World number 14, American Madison Keys. In an exciting final that lasted about two hours at Rod Laver Arena, the 29-year-old American, seeded 19th, won 6-3, 2-6, 7-5.

The Court of Appeal in Akure, the Ondo state capital has upheld the judgement of an Osogbo High Court regarding the case of the death of Timothy Adegoke, a student of the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU).

The medical landscape of Lagos State in particular, and Nigeria in general, received a major boost on Saturday December 14th, 2024, with the groundbreaking of the Lagos Medipark.

For many young women in Port Harcourt, shopping at bustling markets like Mile 1 has become a distressing experience.

The Rivers State Government has disbanded all local government and Ministry of Transport taskforces on road decongestion, following allegations of harassment and extortion by officials.

In this second part, Nigeria Info News Manager Ufuoma explains how his visa issue was resolved and the eventual journey to Doha for the World Innovation Summit for Health.

After weeks of speculation and anticipation, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has given a verdict on the 2025 African Cup of Nations qualifier between Libya and Nigeria in Benghazi which was scheduled to be played on 15 October 2024.

In this weekend review, News Manager, Ufuoma Egbamuno asks if Premier League champions, Manchester City are rattled by Arsenal’s newfound pragmatism. Plus, there are bits on Chelsea; Barca, and the Milan Derby

Peter Obi, a former Labour Party presidential candidate has called on Nigerians to demand for transparency from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited regarding the truthfulness of petrol subsidy payments.

Aliko Dangote, the President of Dangote Group, has introduced the first sample of Premium Motor Spirit, also known as petrol.

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The Nigerian Communications Commission has ordered telecommunication companies to restore all blocked telephone lines following protests by thousands of customers.

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has suspended the planned 800 percent increase in airline navigation service charges.

Nigerians wanting to travel to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) must now pay a non-refundable sum of over N600,000 for a Document Verification Number (separate from application fees) and show proof of a 6-month bank statement with a minimum balance of N16,188,600.00 ($10,000).

The House of Representatives has called on the federal government to suspend the implementation of the Samoa Agreement.

Nigeria now has a new ministry - the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development.

Minister of Sports, John Enoh has called on the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) to provide a detailed technical report on the nation's national men's football team, the Super Eagles in the wake of their performances on Friday and Monday during the 2026 World Cup qualifying series this international window.

The union, comprising the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), began their industrial action on Monday over disagreement on the new minimum wage and electricity tariff hike.

The Senate has passed a bill seeking to return to the old national anthem of “Nigeria, we hail thee”.

It appears there may be no end in sight yet to the tussle between Organized Labour and the Federal Government over the new minimum wage.

Media organizations can now access single-digit interest-rate financing from the Bank of Industry, according to the federal government.

President Bola Tinubu has departed Lagos for Abuja where he is scheduled to commission projects executed by the Federal Capital Territory Administration.

A Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) regulation seeking financial institutions to require and get social media handles of their customers is not a violation of the right to privacy.

The business end of the UEFA Champions League is upon us starting Tuesday with mouth-watering clashes across Europe. Nigeria Info’s News Manager takes a preview of the four clashes

The Commissioner for Agriculture, Lagos State, Miss Abisola Olusanya has claimed that the state government is working hard to regulate food prices in the state.

The Private Telecommunications and Communications Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PTECSSAN) has suspended its planned strike.

With almost everything set for the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations between host country Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria, the Confederation of Africa Football CAF has vowed to address issues of possible threats and harassment from home fans towards Nigerian fans.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested popular cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye, a.k.a Bobrisky, for allegedly abusing the naira.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has uncovered 1,665 fake A’level results during the 2023 Direct Entry registration exercise.

A bill seeking to restructure the salary and allowance of judicial officers across the country has passed the third reading in the House of Representatives.

Adaora Umeoji has been named Zenith Bank's Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, making her the first woman to occupy the position.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says that voice and data services, previously impacted by undersea cable cuts, have now been restored.

Nigerian soldiers have liberated abductees held captive since February 3, 2024.

Hafsat Bakari has been confirmed as the Director of the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU).

The House of Representatives has passed for a second reading, a bill seeking to amend the 1999 constitution to allow for the establishment of state police.

The Labour Party Presidential Campaign (a.k.a Obi-Datti Presidential Campaign) said the sum of N744,500,000.00 was a general legal amount to lawyers which incorporates other expenses within the legal expenditure.

As simple as the business of printing educational materials could be, no single print shop exists around the Special Education Department of Bayero University, Kano (BUK).

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio on Tuesday administered oath of office on three new senators who recently won bye-elections in their respective districts.

The Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc, Herbert Wigwe, has reportedly died in a helicopter crash in the United States.

Nigeria goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali reserved all praises for his outstanding shootout performance for the Super Eagles technical crew after his saves helped Nigeria to a 4-2 penalty victory over South Africa.

2023 has been a year to remember for Italian club Napoli, but it has certainly been an even better one for their number one frontman, Victor Osimhen.

It is imperative that the Federal Government reveal to the public the assets and deficits they inherited from the previous administration to ensure transparency and accountability.

The Labour Party (LP) has poured cold water on the possibility of a merger with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has laughed off Atiku Abubakar's call for a party merger from opposition parties in the country in a bid to defeat the APC in the next presidential election.

The driver who hit and killed two staff of the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) on Monday has turned himself in to the Police in Lagos.

The Federal Government has called on organized labor to postpone its scheduled nationwide strike set to commence today.

As concerns over the current state of women's football and its future in the country continues to mount, it is safe to say it is imperative for those involved on and off the pitch to lead the course for a renaissance.

Nigerian chef Hilda Baci no longer holds the record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual.

There is no plan to redenominate the country's currency -the naira.

As the future of the Governor of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara remains up in the air following impeachment attempts against him, the clearest indication yet of a resolution may have been seen.

On July 17, 2023, Russia decided to pull out of the Black Sea grain deal. The deal would have allowed Ukraine to continue exporting grains through the Black Sea

Argentine maestro Lionel Messi has won the Ballon d’Or, securing an unprecedented eighth title. The prestigious award was also bestowed upon Spanish midfielder Aitana Bonmati in the women's category.

The nominees by the president for the board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) have been screened by the House of Representatives.

Former Belgium captain, Eden Hazard, has announced his retirement from football.

Wale Adedayo, ex-chairman of Ijebu East Local Government Area of Ogun State has been freed from the Correctional Centre in Abeokuta.

Organized labor, comprising the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has fixed Tuesday 3 October 2023 as the date for the commencement of its indefinite nationwide strike.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced dates for the governorship elections in Edo and Ondo States.

A Federal High Court in Abuja has stopped the impeachment of the Deputy Governor of Ondo State.

The remains of the late singer, Ilerioluwa Olademeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad have been exhumed for autopsy by police authorities in Lagos State.

Security agents have taken over major roads in Kano to enforce the 24-hour curfew imposed by the state government Wednesday night following the ruling of the governorship election tribunal.

The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar has asked the Supreme Court to nullify the judgment of the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal (PEPT), which upheld the declaration of Bola Tinubu as the winner of the 2023 presidential election.

The African Union (AU) can count on the support of Nigeria when it comes to stability and progress for the continent of Africa.

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) says restoration nationwide of the national grid which collapsed in the early hours of Thursday is in progress.

The National Executive Committee of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, has expelled Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso, following his alleged refusal to appear before the party’s Disciplinary Committee.

Embattled Niger has been suspended by the African Union (AU) with immediate effect.

Former Minister of Petroleum, Diezani Alison-Madueke has been charged by the British Police with offences related to bribery. 

The Federal Government has approved the sum of N5bn for each state for the procurement of food items for distribution to the poor in their states.

Prof. Tajudeen Baruwa, the president of the National Union Road Transport Workers (NURTW), has called for calm amongst members of the body across the country.

The recently inaugurated Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy will aim at reducing the number of taxes individuals and corporations in Nigeria pay.

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The Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) has handed a two-match ban to England forward Lauren James following their Round of 16 clash with Nigeria in Brisbane on Monday.

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has advised President Bola Tinubu to continue to embrace a diplomatic approach to the crises in Niger.

Segun Sowunmi, a loyal of the Peoples' Democratic Party (PDP) has boasted of his chances of beating Bukola Saraki to the position of the National Chairman of the Party if it came down to both of them.

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) says it will sue Senate President Godswill Akpabio regarding the handing out of “holiday allowances” to senators by the Clerk of the National Assembly.

The National Labour Congress (NLC) has suspended its planned strike after President Bola Tinubu's intervention and an emergency meeting with the Senate.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has ratified Abdullahi Ganduje as its acting National Chairman.

A five-man panel of the Presidential Election Petition Court has reserved judgement on the petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, against the February 25 election victory of President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

A Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja has denied a request filed by the Department of State Services (DSS) seeking to keep the suspended Central Bank Governor, Mr. Godwin Emefiele in detention for an extended 14-day period.

Salihu Lukman, the Vice-Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the North-West has left his role as a member of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC). 

The Department of State Services (DSS) has rearrested the suspended governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele.

The suit filed by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) challenging the registration of the Congress Of University Academics (CONUA) and the Nigeria Association of Medical and Dental Academics (NAMDA) as trade unions by the Federal Government has been dismissed by Justice Benedict Kanyip, the President of the National Industrial Court, Abuja.

A Federal High Court in Lagos has granted Godwin Emefiele, the suspended governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), bail to the sum of N20 million.

The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has given the federal government two weeks to conclude negotiations on petrol subsidy or face a workers’ protest.

The House of Representatives has called for the prosecution of the culprits involved in the killing of a two-year-old in Delta State.

Nigerians appear to be in for a rough ride as the fuel price increase occasioned by subsidy removal appears unabating.

The Abia State Government says it has been able to save over N200 million on its monthly wage bill after conducting verification of civil servants and public workers in the state.

Vice President, Kashim Shettima says the Federal Government is to tackle banditry and insurgency in the country at its root with its new plan, "Pulaku solution" (which in Fulfude means brotherhood.)

A Federal High Court in Abuja has refused a request by the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu to don the Igbo traditional attire, “Isi Agu” while in custody.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Tuesday announced the heads of some standing committees, including Appropriations, Public Accounts, Ethics, and Public Petitions and Establishment.

Rivers State governor, Siminalaye Fubara, in recent weeks, has come under intense criticisms from some residents of the state over the reappointment of former cabinet members of the former governor.

The FCT Administration has vowed to prosecute the now on-the-run contractor of the ill-fated four-storey building which collapsed and injured nine labourers on Monday afternoon.

Some public school teachers in Obio Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State have criticized the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT), Rivers State chapter, over deductions being allegedly made from their salaries.

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has confirmed the outbreak of the deadly diphtheria disease in the nation’s capital after it claimed the life of a four-year-old boy out of eight reported cases.

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has banned Mmesoma Ejikeme, who was accused of forging her 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination result, from taking the board’s examinations for three years.

The Guinness World Records has announced that Nigerian, Hilda Baci now officially holds the record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual.

Results for the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) will be made available by the Joint Admission and Matriculations Board (JAMB) on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, the education body has announced.

Two months after his win at the polls, president-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu has received a congratulatory message from Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Current holders of the UEFA Champions League title, Real Madrid will have to welcome West Londoners, Chelsea to the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu for the third consecutive season following the conclusion of the draws for the quarter final stage of Europe's premier club football competition on Friday.

Following his re-election as football's number one man for another four years on Thursday, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has sounded the need for "way more" football.

There will be 40 more matches added to the original 64 come 2026 when the FIFA World Cup kicks off in North America.

Reactions and condolence messages have continued to pour in for Lagos based lawyer, Bolanle Raheem who was shot dead on Christmas Day by an operative of Ajiwe Police Station in Ajah.

The proposed passage of the 2023 budget suffered a setback on Thursday as both chambers of the National Assembly failed to consider the report of their committees on appropriation due to  "irregularities" on the part of the Executive. 

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President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated Nigerians who emerged victorious at the ongoing mid-term elections in the United States of America.

FIFA has told all participating teams at this winter's World Cup in Qatar to "focus on the football" and not be part of morality talks that have constantly tailed this year's tournament.

The has condemned the order by the Zamfara State government for the closure of some media organisations operating in the state.

The Federal Government says it has signed the Instrument of Ratification for the International Labour Organisation (ILO) Convention No.190 aimed to eliminate violence and harassment in the workplace.

Seven Premier League games will be played this weekend as two games have been postponed due to policing demands ahead of the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

The Premier League and English Football League have postponed this weekend’s round of fixtures following the Queen’s death on Thursday.

The Nigerian government has threatened to sanction airline operators selling flight tickets in foreign currency following the scarcity of foreign exchange in Nigeria.

The presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu, has stated that the party is not threatened by any opposition. 

Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement warning Nigerians intending to travel to the United Arab Emirate to be guided by that country's new visa regime.

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has taken a swipe at the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Iyorchia Ayu as being a 'Chairman brought from the gutter.'

The Group Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, Mele Kyari has revealed that illegal pipelines are connected to some individual homes, churches and mosques.

The Defence Headquarters said troops of Operation Delta Safe had apprehended 21 pipeline vandals and impounded N3.7 billion worth of stolen crude oil and petroleum products in two weeks.

The Osun Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Osogbo, on Monday, granted permission to Gov. Gboyega Oyetola and the All Progressives Congress (APC) permission to inspect materials used for the July 16, governorship poll.

The Bauchi State House of Assembly has expressed readiness to promulgate a law that would control tobacco smoking in the state.

Cancer survivor and author, Ololo Emurovwe Abeke says vegetables and a proper diet play a very important in the treatment of cancer. 

Abuja, Aug. 9, 2022  (NAN) Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, says there is no passport booklet shortage in Nigeria, as the Federal Government has cleared all backlogs of passport applications.