Benue State seals Orenda and Opal Schools over alleged forced textbook purchases and unfair treatment of pupils in violation of state education policy.
Year: 2026
Nigerian Army Graduates New Special Forces Battalion in Nasarawa to Boost Counter-Terrorism Operations!
The Nigerian Army has reportedly graduated a new Special Forces battalion in Nasarawa to strengthen counter-terrorism operations and tackle Nigeria’s security challenges.
Lagos APC Challenges Opposition to Offer Alternatives to Tinubu’s 30-Day Petrol Discount!
Lagos APC defends Tinubu’s 30-day petrol discount and challenges opposition parties to propose practical alternatives as Nigerians face rising living costs.
Lagos Records 1,324 Emergencies in Nine Months as Fire Service Warns Residents!
Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service records 1,324 emergencies, including 1,135 fire calls, between January and September 2026 as residents are urged to improve fire safety.
South African Jurist Navi Pillay Wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for Work on International Justice!
South African jurist Navi Pillay wins the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her work promoting international justice, human rights and accountability for serious crimes.
55-Year-Old Motorist Escapes Unhurt as Train Destroys Honda Car at Lagos Railway Crossing!
A 55-year-old motorist reportedly escaped unhurt after a train struck his Honda car at the PWD railway crossing in Lagos, causing extensive damage.
FAAN Plans 25-Day Owerri Airport Runway Closure Ahead of Christmas Travel Rush!
FAAN plans a 25-day runway closure at Owerri’s Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport from October 20, 2026, for repairs, resurfacing and extension.
Amaechi Pledges to Develop Gelegele Seaport, Says ADC Government Will Revive Other Port Projects!
Rotimi Amaechi has pledged to develop Gelegele Seaport and revive other proposed port projects if the ADC wins Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election.
MFM Empowers 10 Women With Sewing Machines, Awards Scholarships to 20 Pupils in Akure!
MFM in Ondo State has reportedly empowered 10 women with sewing machines and awarded scholarships to 20 indigent pupils in Akure.
ACF Urges Tinubu Government to Admit Economic Reform Shortcomings and Set Clear Timelines for Easing Hardship!
The Arewa Consultative Forum urges President Tinubu’s government to acknowledge economic reform shortcomings and set clear timelines for easing hardship in Nigeria.
EPL: Manchester City Face Hostile Anfield Reception After Premier League Financial Verdict!
Manchester City face Liverpool at Anfield on October 11 after an independent commission found serious Premier League financial breaches, with the club appealing the verdict.
Health Administrators Essential to Hospital Efficiency and Patient Care, Egbenusi Says!
Venerable Osazee Egbenusi urges greater recognition of health administrators, stressing diligence, integrity and effective hospital management in Nigeria.
Zlatan Ibile and Davita Lamai Set October 24 for Wedding Celebration!
Nigerian singer Zlatan Ibile and his partner, Davita Lamai, announce October 24, 2026, for their wedding celebration in a family-centred pre-wedding video.
Mourinho Jokes He Could Be 80 Before Manchester City Financial Case Reaches Final Verdict!
José Mourinho jokes he could be 80 before Manchester City’s financial case reaches a final verdict as the club appeals an independent commission’s findings.
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, October 9, 2026: Official and Black Market Rates!
Dollar to naira exchange rate today, October 9, 2026: Check the latest available official CBN reference rate and indicative black-market quotations.