…vehicle number, time and location of the incident. He said, “The command does not tolerate any form of extortion by members of Nigeria Police force in Cross River State. As such members of the public that have credible information to help us locate or pin down any extortion from any officer should report to us through…

…areas with caution. NEMA said Suleiman also visited the bereaved family of Yakubu to condole with them over the loss and offer support. The agency said NEMA, KADSEMA and other emergency responders would continue to monitor the situation and assess the needs of affected communities to facilitate an appropriate response.…

…government has published its official list of shortage occupations for 2026, covering roles across healthcare, engineering, and constructionNurses, physicians, train drivers, and electrical engineers are among the professions Austria says it cannot fill with local workers aloneForeign nationals who qualify in any of th…

…of health risks and adoption of safety measures among selected factory workers in Oluyole Local Government Area in Ibadan, Oyo State, earned her an A grade. She also completed her comprehensive examinations as part of her degree requirements.Despite these achievements, she admitted she had been waiting for additional a…

…A Greek security firm earlier said “unknown projectiles” hit the ship on Monday. Fresh violence has flared between the US and Iran this week. “Bahri confirms that its vessel SIDR was involved in a security incident while transiting the Strait of Hormuz” late on Monday, the carrier said on X, confirming “the loss of its…

…department recommends limiting screen time to 45 minutes in class for middle schoolers — sixth through eighth grade — and 30 minutes for elementary school students. But the question remains of how to monitor AI use, since it often takes place outside the school environment. The new rules follow an initial framework pub…

…to reduce transportation costs and promote cleaner energy.Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, said the government was determined to expand CNG adoption as a cheaper, cleaner and more sustainable alternative to conventional fuels.FG Targets Cheaper Fuel, Affordable Transportation With $2bn C…

…for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, as depot prices across major petroleum hubs have climbed sharply to as high as N1,290 per litre, amid a renewed surge in international crude oil prices. The development threatens to worsen the financial burden on households and businesses, with marketers expected to…

…N1,310 and N1,345 per litre, from N1,210 to N1,275, at MRS, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Ranoil and other filling stations in Abuja and its environs. The latest price hike in Nigeria comes after Dangote Refinery raised its gantry price by N65 per litre. Fuel price: Brent, WTI global crude pr…

…(Liverpool) – Free Marcos Senesi (Bournemouth) – Free Martin Dubravka (Burnley) – Free Cole Ramsey (Aston Villa) – Free Jacob Knightsbridge (Oxford United) – Free Maxwell Adedeji (Leicester) – Undisclosed OUT Luka Vuskovic (Brighton) – £46million with £4million in add-ons Cristian Romero (Atletico Madrid) – £34.2millio…

…linked to a controversial kidney transplant performed at its facility, saying its role was limited to providing an equipped theatre and a conducive environment for the procedure. The hospital said the transplant was conducted by an independent specialist medical team led by Dr Benjamin Friday Oyimeh, Senior Consultant…

…the National Gender Policy, the National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security, the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act, the Child Rights Act, and various state-level gender, protection and social-development frameworks. “However, a persistent challenge remains the translation of policy commitments into consi…

…side, there was never a case of fuel scarcity because we were refining our own petroleum products locally. “Now, in contemporary Nigeria, more than 5,000 cottage refineries have been destroyed by the government. I have advocated consistently that all these so-called illegal refineries should be legalised—assist the ope…

…and dedication to the Renewed Hope Agenda of his government. He highlighted Shettima’s role as Chairman of the National Economic Council, commending his purposeful leadership in coordinating economic policies and promoting effective economic management. The President said Shettima had also promoted collaboration betwee…

…Kherson and Zaporizhzhia as territories invaded by Russia, accusing Moscow of using violence to consolidate its control. “And uses violence to consolidate its control within them,” she said, citing the separation of families, alleged forced deportation and indoctrination of children, forced issuance of Russian passport…

…the Senegal winger, 26, is worth £60m plus a further £5m in add-ons. “I’ve worked my whole life for an opportunity like this,” said Ndiaye, who has agreed a five-year contract at the Etihad Stadium. Ndiaye made 74 appearances and scored 21 goals for Everton since joining them from Marseille in 2024. 10. Kevin Danso — T…

…(NAPTIP) says it has rescued more than 3,000 victims of sexual and gender-based violence in 2026. The Head, Press and Public Relations of NAPTIP, Mr Vincent Adekoye, disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja at the Joint Security News Briefing organised by the Office of the National Security Adviser. Adekoye said the agency a…

A Nigerian-British taxi driver, Kolawole Erunkulu has been jailed for six years after falling asleep at the wheel and causing a crash that killed a 59-year-old man in Surrey, UK. Surrey Police said Erunkulu of Bexleyheath, pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving after his Audi crossed into a roadside layby…

…Crowder as a suspect and he was subsequently arrested for allegedly breaching his parole conditions. He will remain in custody until his hearing. by Linda Ikeji at 01/09/2026 5:12 PM | Share this Story

…receive that memo, she delivered every move with full conviction.The video posted by @wholesalenylonplugketu on TikTok quickly caught fire, with viewers gushing over her natural charisma and the charm of the whole setup. The makeshift studio, far from being a limitation, only added to the warmth and relatability of the…

…initially said the troops would not take part in direct combat, limiting their role to intelligence sharing, military education, logistics support and strategic dialogue. However, the troops later joined Nigerian soldiers in a combat operation that killed a top commander of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP…

…Town. The police spokesman said diligent investigation led to the recovery of the stolen motorcycle and the subsequent arrest of the suspect. He added that the suspect was cooperating with investigators, while the case had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for discreet investigation and pr…

…complaint lodged by the airline, Air Peace accused ATSSSAN of conspiracy, threatening violence, inciting disturbance of public peace, assault occasioning harm and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace. General Secretary of ATSSSAN, Mr Francis Akinjole, in a public notice on the development, warned that if the union…

…should be handed over to the police for investigation rather than subjected to mob violence. I urge residents to promptly report suspected criminal activities and distress situations to the police,” the statement said. The command noted that its swift intervention underscored its proactive approach to public safety and…

…thanked the hundreds of volunteers and agencies who joined the search and extended condolences to Saylor's family. by Linda Ikeji at 01/09/2026 4:22 PM | Share this Story