…it would shut its doors on Wednesday and Thursday because its buildings could not be cooled adequately and there was limited shade available outdoors. Transport operators are also taking precautions. Network Rail advised passengers to travel only if necessary during the peak of the heatwave, while rail operators on rou…

…Ekitikete for their deliberate commitment to ensuring a peaceful election, devoid of violence or bloodshed, thereby setting a new standard for electoral conduct. "Our profound appreciation goes to our traditional rulers for promoting peace in their domains, as well as to leaders of political parties and religious bodie…

…and orderly, praising INEC, security agencies, and other stakeholders for their roles in the successful conduct of the poll. According to the statement, British High Commission observers engaged with key stakeholders, including INEC officials and the police, ahead of the election to assess the implementation of the Ele…

…has ordered a clampdown on marketers engaged in hoarding or diversion of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), also known as cooking gas following the recent surge in the price. The government directed the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), and other regulators to intensify market surve…

…farmers and herders in Gulma town, Argungu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The violence reportedly began when a Fulani herder allegedly stabbed a farmer to death on his farmland. In a reprisal attack, members of the farming community allegedly attacked Fulani settlements in the area, killing about eight persons a…

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) says it will issue and closely monitor import permits to bridge 165,000-metric-tonnes of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) supply gap in the third quarter of 2026. The Authority Chief Executive, Rabiu Umar, disclosed this on Monday in Abuja durin…

…than ever. Akume stressed that refugees and displaced persons should not be viewed solely as victims but as individuals with enormous potential who deserve dignity, opportunities and support to contribute meaningfully to society. He also revealed that efforts are underway to expand the National Social Register to accom…

…perpetrators is rapidly eroding public confidence and emboldening those who believe violence can be deployed as a political tool. He therefore called on the Nigeria Police Force and all relevant security agencies to rise above any perception of bias and act decisively to identify, arrest, and prosecute those responsibl…

…in Abeokuta, the state capital, where he appreciated the media for their "critical role" in shaping public accountability and democratic development. Adebutu lamented that journalists are operating in "one of the most difficult periods" globally, particularly in Nigeria, and called for greater sacrifice across sectors…

…also recognized the efforts of the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, whose role in the execution and supervision of federal road projects has contributed to improved connectivity and renewed investor confidence across the region. The organization noted with cautious optimism the continued advancement of several str…

…to convey the court's apology to the witnesses, noting that the adjournment resulted solely from the illness of the defence counsel. The matter was subsequently adjourned to July 13 for hearing. Court adjourns trial of nurse over death of two minors in Kebbi

…drop all charges of criminal defamation and cybercrimes against him, as he is detained solely for the peaceful exercise of his human rights." According to reports, a Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday ordered the remand of Sowore at the Kuje Correctional Centre pending the hearing of his application challenging the…

…comes as the hacker forum listing claims to offer more than 630GB of data allegedly stolen from Tata Electronics, comprising over 204,300 files. A review of a sample of the files by TechCrunch found what appear to be Apple supplier specifications and Tesla manufacturing documents. The authenticity, provenance, and comp…

…Cup — and his first with Ghana — having taken charge in April in what is his ninth role as a national team manager. The former Real Madrid boss and Manchester United assistant led Iran at the past three World Cups, suffering a 6-2 hammering by England in the group stage of the 2022 tournament in Qatar. “In football, fo…

The candidate, Wole Oluyede, said the declared outcome of the election "does not, in our considered view, reflect the true will and democratic aspirations of the people of Ekiti State."

…described the incident, which occurred on Sunday as a heinous and senseless act of violence against a peaceful community. In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Rt. Hon. Joyce Lohya Ramnap, the government expressed condolences to the families of victims and prayed for the speedy re…

…operations of Host Community Development Trusts, HCDTs, in the implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act, PIA. The stakeholders said sustained oversight was critical to ensuring that oil-producing communities benefitted fully from the PIA. The call came at a one-day town hall meeting on "Maximizing the Benefits of H…

…everything today is only the beginning. We look forward to continuing to fulfill our role as a long-term investor, contributing our resources and experience, growing together with Spiro, and helping accelerate Africa's new energy transition," said Yufan Zhang, Founding Partner of NewTrails Capital. Founded in 2022 by G…

…had been recruited by Boko Haram and thousands more affected by terror-related violence and exploitation in northern Nigeria. Thus, whether one focuses on the current video itself or not, the larger question it raises should concern every Nigerian. How does a child become proficient in handling a weapon of war? How doe…

…integrated within agricultural cluster networks. Unlike traditional grids meant solely for household lighting, these installations are custom-built to power post-harvest processing, milling, and advanced cold-storage infrastructure. By providing reliable, localized energy directly to the farm gate, the REA is preventin…

…from the summit would be implemented and urged community leaders to take active roles in addressing security challenges. As part of efforts to address the situation, the NNU said the Ndokwa General Assembly, the union's highest decision-making organ, would meet on June 27, 2026, with security issues topping the agenda.…

…each day. If in a spectrum of 10 you have done nine well and get an error in one, the whole effort gets messed up. So, you always have to be extremely vigilant by investing in digital equipment and tools that can help you to be that vigilant. That is why we have gone to set up Distress Response Support with AI-enabled…

…the spirit behind gratuity. Workers deserve that recognition before they begin living solely on pension. "Gratuity has never been legally abolished in Nigeria. Therefore, for the President to recognise this abnormality and seek to restore it is worthy of commendation," he said. "However, we must also think about those…

…the strengthening of regional integration between neighboring countries played a key role in preventing further escalation of the conflict. It is reported that President Macron's government was displeased with the clear rapprochement between Niger and Benin, where French armed forces are still stationed. Fearing that f…

…victory. Oyebanji polled 319,224 votes to defeat Peoples Democratic Party's, PDP's Dr Wole Oluyede, who scored 40,543 votes. ADC's Ambassador Dare Bejide came third with 12,872 votes. Like Oyebanji, other APC candidates in six bye-elections held simultaneously with the Ekiti poll emerged victorious in Enugu, Nasarawa,…