Politics

President Bola Tinubu has signed the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, approving a total expenditure of ₦68.32 trillion for the fiscal year. He also signed legislation extending the implementation period of the 2025 budget from March 31 to June 30, 2026, to ensure the full utilisation of funds allocated for […]

The Ogun State Government has approved a weekly day off and a ₦10,000 monthly transport allowance for civil servants as part of measures to cushion the impact of rising living costs. Governor Dapo Abiodun approved, according to a statement issued by the Head of Service, Kehinde Onasanya, on Thursday. The […]

The Edo State Government has approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier-General Oseni Omoh Braimah, who died in active service. Governor Monday Okpebholo granted the approval, stating that the scholarship will cover the children’s education from their current levels through to university. In a statement […]

Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has criticised political office holders who present routine responsibilities such as payment of salaries and road construction as major achievements. Speaking at the 59th inaugural lecture of Nasarawa State University, Keffi, the governor said leadership should be measured by innovative and impactful solutions that directly […]

The Federal Government has opened applications for the second phase of its Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET 2.0) programme aimed at equipping Nigerians with practical skills for employment and entrepreneurship. The initiative, led by the Federal Ministry of Education, is part of efforts to reduce youth unemployment and […]

President of FIFA, Gianni Infantino, has confirmed that Iran will participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Infantino stated that Iran has qualified for the tournament and will compete, stressing that football should remain separate from political issues. Iran is scheduled to play […]

The Niger State Government has launched a statewide advocacy campaign on routine immunisation and the strengthening of primary healthcare services across all 25 local government areas. The campaign was flagged off in Garatu, Bosso Local Government Area, by the wife of the governor, Fatima Mohammed Bago, who described immunisation as […]

South African opposition leader Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison after being found guilty of firearm-related offences linked to a 2018 incident. A magistrate’s court ruled that Malema unlawfully possessed and discharged a firearm during a political rally, rejecting his claim that the weapon was a […]

Ilorin — The Queen’s Commonwealth Writing Competition has been officially launched in Kwara State in a move to promote creative writing and youth development. Organised by the Royal Commonwealth Society, the globally recognised initiative encourages young people to tackle pressing social issues through storytelling. It also seeks to strengthen critical […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the President-elect of the Republic of Benin, Romuald Wadagni, following his victory in the country’s presidential election. In a statement, Tinubu described the outcome as a clear reflection of the trust and confidence the Beninese people have placed in Wadagni’s leadership and his record […]