Homepage News from Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

The federal government has renewed its call on state governments to phase out the use of wooden boats across the country’s waterways, warning that they are unsafe, outdated, and a major contributor to recurring boat accidents.

FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has advised former President Goodluck Jonathan against joining the 2027 presidential race, insisting that the ex-president should continue enjoying his role as a statesman.

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has given the federal government a 10-day ultimatum, threatening a nationwide strike if their welfare demands are not met.

The summer transfer window slammed shut at 11:00 PM on Monday, September 1, with a flurry of last-minute deals and a new British transfer record.

Nigerian track and field star Favour Ofili has officially announced she will now be representing Turkey in international competitions.

The People's Democratic Party (PDP) has officially rejected the results of Saturday's local government elections in Rivers State, claiming the process was marred by widespread irregularities and rigging.

The political feud between the Kaduna State government and former governor Nasir El-Rufai has escalated, with the state government issuing a "final warning" to its predecessor.

The Minister of Transportation, Said Alkali, says the damaged portions of the Abuja – Kaduna tracks will be fixed within the next 10 days.