The US Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to resume third-country deportations while it considers a legal challenge to the policy in December 2026.
Category: Nigeria Focus
Cross River Police Arrest Security Guard Over Alleged Sexual Assault of Five-Year-Old Pupil!
Cross River Police have arrested a 22-year-old security guard over the alleged sexual assault of a five-year-old pupil in Calabar as investigations continue.
NCC Seeks Fresh Telecom Investment as Nigeria’s Data Consumption Rises Nearly 47%!
The NCC is seeking sustained investment in Nigeria’s telecom infrastructure after data consumption rose nearly 47% year-on-year to 1.66 million terabytes in July 2026.
Oyo NSCDC Denies Extortion Allegations as Officers Question Contributions for Commandant’s Birthday, Church Harvest!
The Oyo NSCDC faces allegations over personnel contributions linked to Commandant Augustine Padonu’s birthday and a church harvest, with the beat coordinator denying extortion.
Ogun Police Command Honours 39 Officers for Distinguished Service, Recognises Retirees!
Ogun State Police Command has honoured 39 serving and retired officers for distinguished service, recognising their dedication, professionalism and contribution to policing.
Tinubu Seeks Senate Approval for National Research and Development Fund!
President Tinubu has transmitted the National Research and Development Fund Bill 2026 to the Senate, seeking a central framework for research financing and innovation in Nigeria.
Senate Urges FG to Rescue Abducted Victims, Strengthen Security in Vulnerable Communities!
The Nigerian Senate’s Northern Senators’ Forum has urged the Federal Government to intensify efforts to rescue abducted victims and strengthen security in vulnerable communities following attacks in Niger State.
Oyo Panel Set to Present Findings on Oriire School Abduction to Makinde!
Oyo State’s Judicial Commission of Inquiry is set to present findings on the May 15 Oriire school abduction to Governor Seyi Makinde, following a 56-day captivity of pupils and teachers.
Tinubu Ends Working Vacation, Departs Paris for Lagos Ahead of Independence Anniversary!
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ended his working vacation in Europe and departed Paris for Lagos, where he is expected to attend Independence anniversary engagements and honour MKO Abiola.
Bayelsa @30: Diri Backs Ijaw Language Platform, Orders Stronger School Teaching!
Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri has backed an online Ijaw language platform and ordered stronger teaching of Ijaw in schools as the state marks 30 years.
Falola, Olowu Condemn Monetisation of Chieftaincy Titles in Nigeria!
Professor Toyin Falola and the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Oba Saka Matemilola, have raised concerns over the monetisation of traditional chieftaincy titles in Nigeria and its implications for cultural institutions.
Ground Handlers Suspend XEJet Services Over N300m Debt, Disrupting Airline Operations!
Ground handlers have suspended services to XEJet Airlines over an alleged N300 million debt, creating operational challenges and renewing concerns about airline debts in Nigeria’s aviation sector.
2027: Onaiyekan Urges INEC to Protect Nigerians’ Freedom to Choose Their Leaders!
Cardinal John Onaiyekan has urged INEC and political actors to protect Nigerians’ freedom to choose their leaders and strengthen electoral reforms ahead of the 2027 elections.
Nigeria’s Budget Too Small for Its Population and Development Needs — Bagudu!
Budget Minister Abubakar Bagudu says Nigeria’s budget remains too small for its population and development needs, citing weak revenue mobilisation and fiscal constraints.
Sokoto Governor Ahmed Aliyu Approves Appointment of Eight New District Heads!
Sokoto Governor Ahmed Aliyu has approved eight new district heads to fill vacant traditional positions across the state following recommendations from the Sultanate Council.