FG, states, LGs share N2.34tn as revenue falls
The Federal Government, states and local government councils shared N2.338tn at the September meeting of the Federation Account Allocation Committee, representing a 22.2 per cent decline from the record N3.007tn distributed in the previous month.The N2.338tn shared at the meeting held in Abuja represents revenue generated in August 2026, according to a statement issued on […]
Probe begins as 40 miners die in NSCDC detention
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has commenced an investigation into the deaths of some suspected illegal miners arrested during enforcement operations in Niger State.The suspects were arrested during coordinated operations conducted by the Niger State Command in the M.I. Wushishi/Lukoto axis on September 15 and 16, 2026, as part of efforts to curb […]
The Battle Belongs To God— Apostle Unuefe Forgives Pastor Who Confessed To Fabricating Allegations Against Him
The Spiritual Leader, Chairman of Council and General Overseer of Christ’s Chosen Church of God International, The Elect of God, Most Senior Apostle Dr. David E.O. Unuefe Ikhuiwu JP, AFP, has addressed recent allegations of poor leadership and infidelity leveled against him, saying he has chosen the path of forgiveness and faith.Speaking in an exclusive […]
Customs intercepts police uniforms, pistol, explosives in Oyo
The Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, has intercepted 573 Nigeria Police Force crests, 92 yards of police camouflage uniform fabric, a pistol, six pistol magazines, a pump-action magazine and 60 detonating cords during its anti-smuggling operations in August 2026.The Acting Customs Area Controller of the command, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Wale […]
Africa CDC warns Ebola outbreak not ‘under control’
An Ebola outbreak in DR Congo was far from being “under control”, Africa’s top health body said Thursday, a day after the WHO said it was gaining ground against the virus.The outbreak, which began in the conflict-scarred northeastern province of Ituri, has seen more than 3,500 deaths from over 7,200 cases to date across seven […]
Nigeria shock England 3-0 to reach U-20 Women’s World Cup quarter-finals
Nigeria’s Falconets have advanced to the quarter-finals of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after defeating England 3-0.The Falconets produced a dominant performance, securing their second victory of the tournament and taking their goals tally to 13 in four matches.Tosin Rafiu gave Nigeria the lead in the eighth minute before Seimeyeha Janet Akekoromowei doubled the […]
LG approves N20,000 monthly stipend for NYSC members
The Executive Chairman of Urue-Offong/Oruko Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, Chief Uno Etim, has approved a monthly stipend of N20,000 for each National Youth Service Corps member serving in the area.Chief Uno announced the approval on Tuesday during a courtesy visit by corps members serving in the local government area.He said, “For the […]
President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has said President Bola Tinubu demonstrated political maturity by forgiving northern governors who opposed his presidential bid in the 2023 election, urging politicians in Kwara State to similarly reconcile after their contests.Shettima stated this on Wednesday in Ilorin while speaking at the turbaning of the Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, as […]
Police repel bandit attack in Katsina, rescue four victims
The Katsina State Police Command has repelled a bandit attack in Dutsin-Ma Local Government Area of the state, rescuing four kidnapped victims and recovering an AK-47 rifle loaded with five rounds of live ammunition.The victims comprised three females and a nursing baby who were abducted when armed bandits attacked Makwanta village in the early hours […]
Army rescues 22 kidnapped victims in Niger
Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 18 Brigade have rescued 22 kidnapped victims in Muchiya village, Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State. The victims were rescued on September 15, after troops of the 18 Brigade Garrison, in conjunction with personnel of the 45 Battalion, launched a fighting patrol following credible intelligence on the convergence of […]
