Ekiti Governor Biodun Oyebanji has reaffirmed sustained investment in education, highlighting school infrastructure, tertiary institutions, digital learning and student support.
Month: September 2026
Pope Leo XIV Criticises France’s Assisted-Dying Law: What the New Law Means!
Pope Leo XIV has criticised France’s assisted-dying law during his Lourdes visit. Weng Global explains what the new law allows, its safeguards and the Catholic Church’s objections.
Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno Set to Unveil Youth Development Centre in Uruan!
Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno is scheduled to commission an ARISE Youth Development Centre in Uruan on September 30 as part of the state’s 39th-anniversary projects.
AbdulRazaq Unveils Book Celebrating 50 Women in Diplomacy!
Kwara Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq co-presents The Female Diplomat, a book documenting the contributions of 50 women to diplomacy and public service.
Troops Kill Suspected Terrorist in Sokoto, Rescue Six Family Members in Zamfara!
Nigerian troops kill a suspected terrorist in Sokoto and rescue six family members during a foiled kidnapping attempt in Zamfara State.
Nasarawa Gov Sule Inaugurates 5.2km Akwanga-Jos Bypass to Ease Traffic, Boost Economic Activity!
Nasarawa Governor Abdullahi Sule has inaugurated the 5.2km Akwanga-Jos bypass to ease traffic, improve road safety and support economic activity.
Kano Restricts Durbar Processions and Horse Riding Over Security Concerns!
Kano authorities have restricted Durbar processions and horse-riding activities amid security concerns linked to rival Sallah celebrations and the ongoing Kano Emirate dispute.
Saudi Strike on Yemen’s Taiz Market Kills Seven, Injures 40, Houthi Authorities Say!
Saudi airstrike reports from Yemen’s Taiz province say seven people were killed and 40 injured at a market, amid conflicting accounts over the target.
Nasarawa PDP Backs Wike’s Rainbow Coalition, Pledges Loyalty Ahead of 2027 Elections!
Nasarawa PDP has declared support for Nyesom Wike’s Rainbow Coalition ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections while continuing its governorship campaign under David Ombugadu.
Newlywed Arrested at Enugu Airport With 72 Cocaine Wraps Bound for Portugal!
Newlywed Lovely Chukwulobelu was reportedly arrested at Enugu airport with 72 wraps of cocaine allegedly destined for Portugal, according to a report attributed to the NDLEA.
AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: 10 Key Talking Points From Matchday One!
AFCON 2027 qualifiers Matchday One produced wins for Nigeria, Morocco, Algeria and Cameroon, while Egypt and Senegal were held to draws.
Oil Marketers Cut Petrol Prices to N1,350/Litre as Depot Rates Decline!
Oil marketers have reduced petrol prices to around N1,350 per litre in parts of Nigeria as depot rates fall following a decline in international crude oil prices.
Eno Reaffirms Respect for Udom Emmanuel, Rejects Claims of Rift With Predecessor!
Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno has reaffirmed his respect for former governor Udom Emmanuel and other past leaders while rejecting claims of a rift between them.
Bauchi Police Arrest Three Over Alleged Gun Fabrication, Suspected Rape!
Bauchi Police have arrested three suspects over alleged illegal firearm possession and fabrication in Misau and another suspect over an alleged rape in Gamawa.
Pope Leo XIV to Meet Clerical Abuse Survivors in France: What the Lourdes Visit Means!
Pope Leo XIV is set to meet seven survivors of clerical sexual abuse in Lourdes, France, amid the Catholic Church’s ongoing response to decades of abuse and demands for deeper reform.