Lyon, France — An EasyJet flight traveling from Lyon to Porto was compelled to return to Lyon airport after a 26-year-old Portuguese passenger, experiencing delirium, attempted to enter the cockpit. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff late Friday. Fellow passengers intervened promptly to restrain the individual until the plane could safely land back in Lyon,…
Abuja, Nigeria — The National Pension Commission (PenCom) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) are embroiled in a dispute concerning the administration of the country’s N24.6 trillion pension fund assets. Earlier, the labour union gave PenCom a two-week ultimatum to inaugurate its board and provide a detailed report on the status of the pension funds….
Brasilia, Brazil — President Bola Tinubu has landed in Brasilia for a two-day State Visit, responding to an invitation from Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The visit aims to deepen Nigeria’s economic and political connections with Latin America’s largest economy and is expected to generate multi-billion dollar investments spanning agriculture, energy, and technology…
Lagos, Nigeria — Dangote Petroleum Refinery, along with Aiteo and AA Rano, has increased the depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from ₦821 to ₦823 per litre, in response to the rise in crude oil prices to $67 per barrel from $65 per barrel in the international market. The trio…
Abuja, Nigeria — To address deforestation and climate change, Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, collaborating with the Forest Research Institute of Nigeria (FRIN) and the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), has embarked on planting over 20,000 trees at the Muhammadu Buhari Cantonment of the Nigerian Army located in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This weekend’s activity has…
Gusau, Nigeria — The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum has called on Nigerians to embrace the party as the true alternative for restoring good governance and national progress, after its 7th meeting of 2025 in Gusau. Senator Bala Mohammed, PDP Governors Forum Chairman and Bauchi State Governor, said the meeting extensively discussed insecurity, erosion…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has finalized the individual review of marginal fields licences up for renewal, the Chief Executive Gbenga Komolafe announced at the close of the 2025 PENGASSAN Energy and Labour Summit. Komolafe explained that while the 2020 marginal field bid round concluded before NUPRC’s establishment, the Commission…
Lagos, Nigeria — Dynamic and trendy Big Brother Naija season 10 contestant Kayi Kunmi has reflected on his stay in the house, particularly regarding his relationship with fellow housemate Isabella. In an open chat with select reporters post-eviction, Kayi declared, “I harbor no regrets about my relationship with Isabella.” He stressed that being authentic to…
Nigeria — Renowned artiste, Odumodublvck, has released the much-anticipated track “Pay Me,” featuring UK rapper Stormzy and Nigerian star Zlatan. The single blends Odumodublvck’s signature “Okporoko” sound with Stormzy’s gritty grime style and Zlatan’s infectious street-pop energy, creating a genre-defying anthem that highlights the merging of Afrobeats and UK grime influences. “Pay Me” is a…
Kano, Nigeria — Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Yusuf has launched a 36-member taskforce to drive voter registration, aiming to increase the state’s registered voters from five million to 10 million by the end of the current continuous voter registration exercise. The taskforce, chaired by Commissioner for Information and Home Affairs Comrade Abdullahi Waiya, was…
Lagos, Nigeria — Former Vice President and 2023 PDP presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar emphasized his focus on national progress over personal ambition at an African Democratic Congress (ADC) event in Lagos. Speaking through Prof. Ola Olateju of Achievers University, Atiku highlighted his commitment to better governance, security, and prosperity rather than seeking the presidency at…
London, England — Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has provided updates on the injuries of Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard following their 5-0 Premier League win against Leeds United. Odegaard was substituted in the first half due to a shoulder problem, which appears minor pending scan results. Saka left the field later after suffering a serious…
Southampton, England — Southampton Women have confirmed the season-long loan signing of Ashanti Akpan, a promising 19-year-old midfielder from Chelsea. The club announced Akpan’s arrival on Saturday, noting her progression through Chelsea’s ranks since joining the academy at age seven. Akpan has previously won the FA Youth Cup and the Women’s Super League Academy Cup…
Lagos, Nigeria — Datti Baba-Ahmed, the 2023 Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, has criticised the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition, accusing it of deceiving Nigerians with claims it can rescue the country from underdevelopment. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Baba-Ahmed said, “They are deceiving us,” referring to the coalition which includes his 2023 running mate,…
Manchester, England — Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has advised young midfielder Kobbie Mainoo to remain patient as he adjusts to limited game time at the club. Mainoo, an England international, has featured sparingly in the preseason and was an unused substitute in United’s opening 1-0 loss to Arsenal in the Premier League. Speaking ahead…
Milan, Italy — Nigerian international Victor Boniface is scheduled to undergo additional medical tests today as part of his anticipated transfer to AC Milan, following initial examinations on Friday. The 24-year-old striker began his medical process at AC Milan’s club facilities and underwent required examinations by the Italian Olympic Committee (CONI). Further detailed tests took…
Kano, Nigeria — Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has inaugurated a 36-member taskforce on voter registration, charging them with the responsibility of ensuring the state reaches 10 million registered voters by the end of the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise. Speaking through the Secretary to the State Government, Farouk Umar, Governor Yusuf emphasized the…
Anfield, Liverpool — Liverpool are growing increasingly confident of securing a deal for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak before the transfer window closes, with reports of a new, significantly improved bid worth £130 million in the pipeline. The 25-year-old striker has refused to train with or play for Newcastle as he pushes for a move…
Gusau, Zamfara State — Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) convened a closed-door strategic meeting in Zamfara State to discuss pivotal political issues and reposition the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. The meeting was declared open by Senator Bala Mohammed, Chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum and Governor of Bauchi State. He…
Abuja, Nigeria–Despite record budget allocations and increased revenue inflows, most Nigerian states failed to meet their capital expenditure targets in the first half of 2025, largely due to procurement delays, insecurity, and rising costs, an analysis of second-quarter Budget Implementation Reports has shown. Data from 31 states revealed that only ₦2.75 trillion was disbursed for…
Afghanistan, Nigeria–At least 76 people have been confirmed dead following a devastating collision involving a passenger bus, a motorcycle, and a fuel truck in western Afghanistan’s Herat province, officials said on Wednesday. Mohammad Yousuf Saeedi, spokesperson for the Herat provincial government, said the accident occurred late Tuesday in the Guzara district, just outside Herat city….
Anambra state, Nigeria–The African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate in the Anambra South Senatorial by-election, Donald Amamgbo, has rejected the outcome of the poll conducted on Saturday, August 16, citing widespread irregularities and a deliberate effort to undermine the democratic process. Speaking at a press conference in Awka on Tuesday, Amamgbo described the election as a…
Oyo state, Nigeria-A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Shina Peller, has said the party is well-positioned to usher in a transformative leadership model that reflects the aspirations of Nigerians. Peller made the assertion on Tuesday in a statement celebrating the PDP’s victory in the recent Ibadan North Federal Constituency bye-election, where Folajimi Oyekunle…
Abuja, Nigeria–The Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olapade, has expressed confidence in Bayelsa State’s readiness to host the 2028 National Sports Festival, citing the state’s infrastructure, security measures, and commitment to sports development. Olapade gave the assurance on Tuesday during a courtesy visit to Governor Douye Diri at the Government House in…
Abuja, Nigeria–The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it will present Certificates of Return to winners of the recently concluded by-elections and re-run polls held across the country on Saturday, August 16, 2025. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, the…
Abuja, Nigeria–The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has refuted allegations that his administration owes local contractors ₦5.2 billion, asserting that the claims pertain to contracts awarded before he assumed office. Responding to a protest staged by aggrieved contractors at the entrance of his residence on Monday, Wike clarified that the disputed…
Abuja, Nigeria–The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has formally rejected its inclusion in the Federal Government’s newly introduced Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF), describing the move as an attempt to co-opt the union into a loan scheme it neither proposed nor endorsed. In a communiqué issued following its National Executive Council (NEC) meeting…
Ile- lfe, Nigeria–The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, will not issue a formal response to the 48-hour ultimatum issued by the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, demanding the withdrawal of a chieftaincy title recently conferred on prominent Ibadan businessman, Engineer Dotun Sanusi. This position was disclosed by the Ooni’s spokesperson, Moses Olafare, in…
Abuja, Nigeria–A former presidential aspirant under the Action Democratic Party, Mathias Tsado, has called on former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest the 2027 presidential election, describing him as the most suitable leader to steer Nigeria through its current economic and security challenges. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Tuesday, Tsado—who also…
Abuja, Nigeria–President Bola Tinubu has officially removed the five per cent excise duty on telecommunications services as part of sweeping reforms under Nigeria’s new tax law, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has confirmed. Speaking during an interactive session with journalists in Abuja on Tuesday, the Executive Vice-Chairman of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, said the…
Anambra state, Nigeria –The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has strongly condemned the reported assault of a corps member, Edema Elohor Jennifer (AN/24C/0626), in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State. In an official statement released on Tuesday and signed by the scheme’s management, the NYSC described the incident as “unacceptable,” while reaffirming…
