Nigeria’s health inflation rate rose to 30.65 per cent year-on-year in January 2026, more than double the headline inflation rate of 15.10 per cent recorded in the same period. Data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed that the all-items index increased from 110.7 points in January 2025 to 127.4 points in January 2026. In […]
Experts have identified Nigeria’s rich biodiversity and ecosystems as critical to global environmental health and national development, urging stronger protection to boost food security and sustainable growth. The call was made during the validation and inauguration of Multi-Stakeholder Platforms and the Biodiversity Needs Assessment Study on Conservation of Biodiversity and Sustainable Use of the Lowland […]
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has threatened legal action against the Federal Government over alleged sweeping surveillance powers under the Lawful Interception of Communications Regulations, 2019. The group’s reaction followed a claim by former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, who reportedly said, “The NSA’s call was tapped. They do that to our calls […]
Juventus were jeered off after capping a dreadful week with a 2-0 home defeat to Como in Serie A on Saturday. Luciano Spalletti’s men had been thrashed 5-2 by Galatasaray in their Champions League knockout play-off first leg in midweek and slumped to another damaging loss. Sixth-placed Como inflicted Juve’s first home league defeat of […]
Parents, educators and disability advocates have called on the Federal Government to urgently fund inclusive schools, expand access to therapy services and strengthen policies protecting children with special needs across the country. The call was made at the 2026 Special Educational Needs and Therapy Empowerment Conference and Trade Fair held in Lagos. The event, organised […]
Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke, have intercepted a suspected gunrunner and recovered 969 rounds of ammunition during an operation in Taraba State. The Nigerian Army disclosed this in a statement posted on X on Saturday. The arrest was made on February 21, 2026, at Sarkin Kudu in Ibi Local […]
The All Progressives Congress in Delta State denied reports of an attack on the member representing Ethiope Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, on Saturday, describing the claim as media sensationalism. The party also dismissed allegations of violence and parallel executives arising from its just-concluded local government congress in Ethiope West Local […]
The Assistant Commissioner of Police, State Criminal Investigation Department of the Borno State Command, Abubakar Balteh, is dead. In a statement on Saturday, the Police Public Relations Officer of the command, Nahum Daso, said Balteh died in a vehicle accident on February 21, 2026. “The Borno State Police Command regrets the passing of ACP Abubakar […]
The Governor of Yobe State, Mai Mala Buni, has approved over N398 million for the 2026 Ramadan feeding programme and Tafsir across the state. The initiative, to be implemented by the Yobe State Ministry of Religious Affairs and Ethical Re-Orientation, is aimed at supporting vulnerable residents during the holy month. As part of efforts to […]
The Nigeria Police Force in Ondo State has arrested 13 suspects in connection with the attack on the All Progressives Congress ward congress that claimed two lives on Wednesday, February 18. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the incident occurred in Idanre, Idanre Local Government Area of Ondo State. This was disclosed in a […]
Nigerians woke up on Monday to a viral video posted by TikToker Abigail Nsuka, popularly known as Mirabel, alleging that she had been raped in her apartment in the early hours of Sunday, February 15. In the emotional video, Mirabel claimed that an unknown assailant forced his way into her home around 9am after she […]
The President of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), Festus Osifo, has criticised the Federal Government’s recent executive order on oil revenue. He described claims that 30 per cent of petroleum sharing contract revenue would be deducted as misleading. Osifo spoke during an interview on Arise TV on Friday. He […]
An Abuja-based church, Holiness Revival Movement Worldwide, has expelled a newly married woman, Oyiza, from its congregation for allegedly refusing to consummate her marriage with her husband, Isaac. The couple, who resided in Ibadan, Oyo State, were joined in matrimony on September 6, 2025, after completing their traditional rites in Okene, Kogi State, and a […]
The second edition of the Niger Delta Games began on Friday in Benin, Edo State. President Bola Tinubu urged organisers to invest in youths and women. The opening ceremony took place at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, showcasing Edo’s rich cultural heritage. Tinubu, represented by the Minister of State for Industry, John Enoh, said sports remained an […]
Obinna Ekezie Junior, son of former Nigerian NBA player Obinna Ekezie, was named Defensive MVP at the 10th annual Basketball Without Borders All-Star Camp. The camp took place in Los Angeles, California, during the 75th NBA All-Star weekend. Ekezie Jr was also selected for the camp’s All-Star Team alongside Cheickh Niang of Italy, with ties […]
The Department of State Services has reopened investigations into the 2019 disappearance of Abubakar Idris, popularly known as Dadiyata, and is set to invite suspects in connection with the case. Dadiyata, a lecturer at the Federal University Dutsinma, Katsina State, was declared missing on August 1, 2019, after gunmen reportedly abducted him from his residence […]
The Ogun State Government has visited a Nigerian TikToker, identified as Mirabel (@mirab351), who is currently hospitalised after alleging that she was raped by a man in a video that went viral on social media. The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Adijat Adeleye, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists on […]
Chelsea F.C. head coach Liam Rosenior says any player, coach or manager found guilty of racist behaviour “shouldn’t be in the game,” following allegations made during a Champions League match this week. UEFA has opened an investigation into claims that Vinícius Júnior was racially abused by Gianluca Prestianni during Real Madrid CF’s 1-0 win over […]
Justice D.I. Dipeolu of the Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos, has convicted AP McNisi Initiatives Limited for operating a Bureau De Change business without a valid licence and imposed a fine of ₦500,000. According to a statement posted on the X handle of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Friday, the company was arraigned […]
The Plateau State Government has inaugurated an independent committee to investigate widespread allegations of misconduct, harassment and overzealous enforcement by officials of the Vehicle Inspection Office. The Commissioner for Transport, Davou Jatau, performed the inauguration on Friday in Jos amid growing public outcry over the agency’s operations. Jatau acknowledged the critical role of the transport […]