insert_link National IGP DISU PLEDGES STRONGER POLICE ACTION AGAINST PLATEAU KILLINGS The Inspector-General of Police, (IGP) OLATUNJI DISU, has pledged stronger police action to address the recent killings in Plateau State, promising closer cooperation with the state government and other stakeholders. DISU made the commitment during a visit to the Plateau State Government House in Jos, where he met with Deputy Governor JOSEPHINE PIYO to discuss the security situation, particularly the recent attacks in Mangu. He disclosed that some arrests had […] todaySeptember 17, 2026
insert_link Education PRESIDENT TINUBU UNVEILS FOUR-YEAR PLAN TO END CHILD LABOUR President BOLA TINUBU has declared the elimination of child labour a national development priority, saying the practice affects education, poverty reduction, economic growth, food security and national security. President TINUBU made the declaration in Abuja at a national dialogue on the implementation of Nigeria’s National Child Labour Policy and Action Plan for 2026 to 2030. The president who was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, GEORGE […] todaySeptember 17, 2026
insert_link Entertainment NIGERIA MUSIC STARS GAIN RECOGNITION AT THE 2026 AFRICAN MUZIK MAGAZINE AWARDS Nigerian music stars made their mark at the 2026 African Muzik Magazine Awards, with DAVIDO, TEMS , PHYNO, RUGER and MERCY CHINWO among the Nigerian artistes recognised at the ceremony. The awards recognised artistes and entertainers from Africa and the diaspora across 41 categories. DAVIDO secured the Album of the Year award , while TEMS was named Best Female West Africa and RUGER Best Male West Africa. PHYNO also received […] todaySeptember 16, 2026
insert_link Football ENUGU RANGERS SET TO FACE ALGERIA FOOTBALL TEAM IN FINAL PRELIMINARY ROUND Enugu Rangers will battle Algeria’s Mc Alger in the final preliminary round for a place in the group stage of the CAF Champions League. The Nigerian champions secured their passage after overcoming Benin Republic’s AS Sobempa 5-4 on penalties, following their first-round encounter. Mc Alger also booked its place in the next round after recording a convincing 5-0 victory over ASN Nigelec in the second leg. Rangers will need to […] todaySeptember 16, 2026
insert_link Politics ENUGU STATE CHAPTER OF APC DENIES ALLEGATIONS OF OPPOSITION ATTACK The All Progressive Congress (APC) Enugu state chapter has denied allegations linking its leaders and state administration to political violence in the Nkanu West Local Government Area of the State. The party in a statement by its State Publicity Secretary UCHE OBUTE, described the allegation as false, misleading, and politically motivated urging the government and enforcement agencies to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident and bring the criminals involved […] todaySeptember 16, 2026
insert_link National NIGERIA’S FIRST LADY CALLS FOR RENEWED COMMITMENT TO DEMOCRATIC VALUES The Nigeria's First Lady OLUREMI TINUBU has called on relevant authorities to ensure that the rights, dignity, and freedoms of Nigerian citizens are protected, stating that democracy can only thrive when the interest of the citizens remains priority to the government. OLUREMI made the call in a message to mark the 2026 International Day of Democracy, themed, “Bring Human Rights into Focus”. In the message, she noted that more than […] todaySeptember 16, 2026
insert_link Business NIGERIA PLANS TO STRENGTHEN BILATERAL AGREEMENT WITH SPAIN Nigeria Ambassador to Spain, OKEZIE IKPEAZU has called for the revitalisation of Nigeria's existing bilateral agreements with Spain. IKPEAZU made the call in Madrid, after presenting his letter of credence to King FELIPE VI of Spain at his palace. During the ceremony, the ambassador reaffirmed Nigeria's commitment to strengthening its relationship with Spain particularly in trade and investment, education, tourism, culture and security, stressing that the existing bilateral agreements should […] todaySeptember 16, 2026
insert_link National FORMER SSS DIRECTOR-GENERAL ALBERT HORSFALL PASSES AWAY A former Director-General of the State Security Service (SSS) and pioneer Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), ALBERT HORSFALL, has passed away . His death was announced today in a statement signed by his son, DONALD HORSFALL. The family described ALBERT as a respected elder statesman and one of the founding fathers of Rivers State, saying he passed away peacefully after dedicating his life to public service, family, community […] todaySeptember 11, 2026
insert_link National NIGERIAN GOVERNMENT MOVES TO DECRIMINALISE ATTEMPTED SUICIDE SALAKO also advocated continued investment in mental health services, early intervention, community support and public awareness, saying the removal of criminal penalties could help reduce stigma and encourage people experiencing crises to seek assistance in good time. todaySeptember 11, 2026
insert_link News FIFA DENIES DECISION ON 2030WORLD CUP FINAL VENUE However, FIFA in a statement today said the venue had not yet been decided, stressing that the governing body would make the announcement at the appropriate time. todaySeptember 11, 2026
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