…sitting in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, has convicted and sentenced nine people arrested in connection with crude oil theft to 10 years in prison.Justice Joy Ikpeme delivered the judgment on Monday, September 14, finding the nine defendants guilty on two counts of conspiracy and tampering with an oil pipeline, contrary to Sec…

…economy can mutate into extortion without an endpoint. The initial payment does not necessarily end captivity. Instead, it can become proof to the kidnappers that the victims’ families have access to resources, encouraging further demands. Payment does not always buy freedom The story of the Oniwo of Afin in Kwara Stat…

…face barriers, including inaccessible digital products, the high cost of devices and connectivity, inadequate digital skills and limited participation in the design of digital services. “Digital inclusion must therefore encompass accessibility, affordability, digital skills, safety and meaningful use,” she said. Citing…

…We are opening a new pathway to opportunity for thousands of Nigerians. “We are connecting talent to world-class learning, learning to certification, and certification to productive work, enterprise and national development,” he said. The minister said the Federal Government was targeting 32,000 enrolments and 32,000 c…

…SAN, is asking the court to direct the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to delist and remove the name of Oriyomi Hamzat, which was allegedly uploaded by a section of the party leadership, from its portal and replace it with his name as the authentic and rightful governorship candidate of Accord for the…

…its assignment. He, however, warned that the unions could resume the suspended action if necessary after the committee’s work. The TUC scribe said the committee would provide the unions an opportunity to scrutinise the relevant policy document, articulate their concerns and make contributions before the parties reconve…

…cables worth more than N350 million in Abuja. The suspects were also arrested in connection with alleged car theft, armed robbery and human trafficking across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and neighbouring states. The NSCDC National Public Relations Officer, Assistant Commandant Babawale Afolabi, disclosed this d…

…Criminal Investigation Department for more investigation. Those being mentioned in connection with the crime, they should go to the nearest Police station to report themselves rather than going to social media to defend themselves. The Commissioner of Police has promised that all those involved will be apprehended and…

…to favour friends, associates or political allies and no person—however powerful, connected or influential—should consider himself above the law. ‎Our anti-corruption position is not about persecution. ‎It is about accountability. ‎It is about transparency; it is about protecting the commonwealth. It is about…

…This is because was the whole place was bushy. “Female children are particularly more necessary to us because of their special needs. I grew up in this community and this used to be a thriving female secondary school. We have them in their thousands and we are beginning to see a gradual reduction in number of enrollmen…

…agency urged the public to fasten loose objects, avoid driving in heavy rain, disconnect electrical appliances from sockets, and stay away from tall trees. Airline operators were advised to obtain airport-specific weather reports from NiMet before flight operations.The agency also noted that high temperatures throughou…

…toll when crashes occur.The N1 is one of South Africa's busiest national routes, connecting Cape Town to Johannesburg and passing through the semi-arid Karoo region where Sunday's collision took place. Authorities have not yet indicated whether charges will be laid or whether any surviving drivers are under investigati…

…of justice, and not lawyers generally. Pedro said the proposed increase was partly necessitated by the constitutional amendment that raised the retirement age of High Court judges from 65 to 70 years. He explained that before the amendment to Section 291(1) of the 1999 Constitution, High Court judges retired at 65, cre…

…surrounding the deaths, while the bodies of the deceased were undergoing the necessary medical and forensic procedures. The statement read, “The Ondo State Police Command has contained the situation arising from reported cases of sudden and unnatural deaths involving youths in Araromi-Obu, Odigbo Local Government Area…

INEC’s release of the final list of candidates for the 2027 general elections has intensified the contest for Nigeria’s 109 senatorial seats. Meanwhile, the CBN reports that Nigerian banks closed 476 branches and cash centres between 2022 and 2025, reducing the number from 5,410 to 4,934, an 8.8% decline. These develop…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published the final list of nominated candidates for the 2027 National Assembly elections in line with Section 32(1) of the Electoral Act, 2026, which mandates publication at least 60 days before the election. The post INEC lists 1,303 candidates for 109 Senate s…

…disabilities and people with mobility challenges. It said the challenges were interconnected and collectively undermined the ability of PHCs to provide safe, reliable and equitable healthcare. According to the report, poor infrastructure, inadequate staffing, unreliable electricity and water supplies, limited equipment…

…them.His manifesto says Anambra subsequently moved from 24th to first position in WAEC/NECO performance for three consecutive years.“He invested in human capital rather than only physical projects. The record includes scholarships, support for education, healthcare investments and poverty mapping—an approach consistent…

…persons found culpable to justice. The Command assures members of the public that every necessary investigative and operational measure is being taken to get to the root of the matter.” Ojelabi said the Commissioner of Police condemned the incident and warned individuals, groups and other members of the public against…

…and fears that votes may not count could lead to low voter turnout, stressing that INEC must work hard to deliver free, fair and credible elections. “This should place our country on the path of international respect and integrity. There is a need to ensure that voters’ cards are easily available to all eligible voters…

…The suspects were subsequently handed over to military authorities over their alleged connection with a recent attack in Niger State. In Nasarawa State, police operatives engaged suspected armed robbers who allegedly attacked a motorcyclist in Keana Local Government Area. Two suspects were reportedly injured, while a p…

…was declared winner of the election by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) after polling 319,224 votes. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Dr Oluwole Oluyede, came second with 40,543 votes, while the African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate, Chief Dare Bejide, polled 12,872 votes. Two pet…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has listed former Kaduna State Governor, Mukhtar Ramalan Yero, incumbent Senator Lawal Adamu Usman, former Senator Shehu Sani and serving Senator Sunday Marshal Katung among 33 candidates cleared to contest the three senatorial seats in Kaduna State in the January 20…

…abandoned by the fleeing terrorists. “The rescued victims are currently receiving necessary medical assessment and care before being reunited with their families,” Makama said. Meanwhile, the troops have intensified search and recovery operations in the area as they work to locate the affected vehicle and track down th…

…petrol prices. He further said that effective regulation and forward planning were necessary to protect consumers and prevent further economic hardship. The National Publicity Secretary of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Chinedu Ukadike, said marketers reviewed their pump prices foll…