President Tinubu's spokesman reacted to news reports on Thursday, October 8, over claims that the federal government had restored the fuel subsidyFinance Minister confirmed NNPC Limited is offering a margin discount on petrol for 30 days, with public transporters given priority nationwidePresidential aide Bayo Onanuga …
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested a Nigerian national, Chimaobim Adedayo Igbojekwe in Pennsylvania after he pleaded guilty to a disorderly conduct charge following a public exposure incident. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said ICE took Igbojekwe into custody on October 1, foll…
The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC-PCC) has criticised the Federal Government’s decision to reduce petrol prices at NNPC filling stations for 30 days, describing the move as a temporary measure ahead of the 2027 general election. The council was reacting to comments by the Minister of Fi…
Governor Dapo Abiodun has warned transport unions in Ogun State against arbitrary increases in transport fares, saying they must not punish commuters. Abiodun gave the warning on Thursday at the Ake Palace Pavilion in Abeokuta during a rally at which nine transport unions endorsed the governorship candidate of the All …
The troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested a Yobe-based politician, Alhaji Wakiil Goni Mama, popularly known as Mai Salati, over allegations of terrorism logistics support and collaboration with Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) elements operating in the North-East. According to security analyst, Zagazola…
A shallow magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck Vanuatu on Thursday, October 8, according to the United States Geological Survey. The epicentre was about 110 kilometres east of Luganville, the Pacific island nation's second-largest city. The USGS assessed the landslide risk as low and said relatively few people were exposed …
The Federal Government is negotiating a ₦1,350-per-litre ceiling on the ex-gantry or landing cost of petrol under a proposed mechanism aimed at stabilising pump prices and easing pressure on households and businesses.Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Taiwo Oyedele announced the proposal on Th…
Media personality and commentator Solomon Buchi has criticised the mother of a six-year-old boy who sh0t his teacher at a Virginia elementary school, after she linked his behaviour to ADHD. The incident happened at Richneck Elementary School in Newport News in January 2023, when the boy used his mother's handgun to sh0…
A serving Royal Navy member has appeared in court accused of obtaining protected defence information and preparing to disclose it to Russia. Teddy Stanley Greenidge Young, 24, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Thursday following his arrest at his home in Clapham, Bedfordshire, on Wednesday, October 7.He fac…
A Nigerian man, Zakiru Yanda Jipan, has hailed his first wife ahead of his second marriage. Zakiru is set to marry a second wife, Zakira Sahadatu Abubakar, in January 2027 in Bida, Niger State. He took to Facebook to share their pre-wedding photos, including some pictures, with his first wife, Zakira Hawwa Jipan. He de…
Portuguese superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo has taken a savage swipe at football pundit Simon Jordan after the former Crystal Palace chairman criticised the Portugal captain over his recent fallout with head coach Jorge Jesus. The exchange came after Jordan clashed with broadcaster Piers Morgan during a talkSPORT discussio…
A Nigerian woman, Omobolanle Esther, has announced her divorce after allegedly being in an abusive marriage for eight years, stating she "chose to leave to live." Sharing the news in a Facebook post on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, she celebrated her freedom, describing the profound relief she felt after receiving her di…
Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka has been handed a suspended fine of £136,265 after admitting to forging a Covid-19 vaccination certificate while he was an Arsenal player. The Switzerland international was sentenced to a suspended fine of 50 daily rates of 3,000 Swiss francs, equivalent to around £2,725 per day.The 34-y…
…the hearing, the court heard evidence that from 2020 to 2022, Adiakpan used "Akama Lifestyle," a company he controlled and advertised as a luxury car service, to transfer funds for others. He kept a percentage of transferred funds as a fee. At the time of his arrest, Adiakpan had temporary legal status to be in the Uni…
A wrestler in Mexico has been arrested after allegedly using a banned move on a 75-year-old referee during the match. El Hijo de Fishman fought in the main event against Mascara Sagrada for El Patron Espectaculous on Wednesday morning, October 7, in Hidalgo. The 36-year-old, who is the son of former professional wrestl…
The Imo State Commissioner of Police, CP Audu Bosso, says he is not aware of any ransom being paid for the release of the 20 abducted corps members and one other who regained freedom from their abductors in the state on Wednesday, October 7. Speaking during an interview with Channels TV, Bosso said that the kidnappers …
Andrew and Tristan Tate have asked a US federal judge to grant them bail while they await a decision on their extradition to the United Kingdom, according to court documents obtained by TMZ.The brothers filed a petition on Wednesday, October 8, seeking immediate release on bond. The court has so far declined to set bai…
The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi PhD. FCAI, has ordered a thorough investigation into the allegations that a mobilisation fee of N450,000 was demanded from citizens who went to the police station to report a case of N1 million fraud. Timothy Gabriel, a social commentator, made the accus…
The Bayelsa State Police Command has arrested more than 20 suspected cultists in various areas across the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Musa Mohammed, disclosed this on Thursday, October 8. Mohammed said: "So far, 20 suspected cultists have been arrested. The CP will make a formal statement on that. "…
Germany has published its EU Blue Card requirements in 2026, setting a reduced minimum salary threshold for professionals in certain shortage fieldsThe list of qualifying shortage occupations spans 11 categories, ranging from medical doctors and nurses to STEM experts and school teachersApplicants in shortage occupatio…
The cost of refilling a 12.5kg cooking gas cylinder varies across Nigeria, with recent prices ranging from about ₦15,000 to over ₦20,000Consumers in some parts of Lagos, Abuja and Rivers are paying among the highest prices, while some locations in Ogun and Lagos have cheaper ratesThe price differences are largely i…
South Korea's Justice Ministry announced plans to ease visa requirements for international students who meet Korean-language standardsThe package introduces a gap-year visa track, simpler part-time work rules, and new routes to employment and long-term residenceThe number of international students in South Korea has gr…
ADC vice presidential candidate Rotimi Amaechi outlined Atiku Abubakar's proposed fuel pricing plan at a townhall in Edo StateAmaechi said the plan would set a lower domestic crude price for Nigerian refineries, with the difference recovered as a production subsidy from refinery ownersThe proposal drew sharp reactions …
By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — The National Coordinator of the Safe Schools Initiative, Hajiya Halima Iliya, has called for stronger collaboration between the initiative and the Armed Forces of Nigeria to enhance the security of schools across the country. Iliya made the call on Thursday when she paid a courtesy visit to …
By Boluwaji Obahopo, Lokoja The Kogi State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a suspect in connection with the death of a 90-year-old woman, Mrs Juliana Joel, in Ogori, Ogori/Magongo Local Government Area of the state. The incident reportedly occurred on Tuesday, with the suspect subsequently transferred to the…