The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Federal Capital Territory Council, has declared an indefinite strike across the FCT over unresolved grievances concerning the promotion and conditions of service of teachers. The industrial action commenced on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, following the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum issued to the FCT Administration. NLC FCT Council Chairman, Knabayi
The Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Fire Service, Saminu Yusif Abdullahi, has died. Abdullahi reportedly died in Kano on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. He was widely known for providing regular updates on fire outbreaks, rescue operations and other emergencies handled by the state fire service. Abdullahi was buried at about 8:30 a.m. on
The media team of African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has defended its decision to address President Bola Ahmed Tinubu simply as “Tinubu”, saying there is no legal requirement to use his official title when referring to him. Atiku’s media aide, Paul Ibe, made the position known amid criticism over the former Vice
The Integrity Advocacy for Development Initiative (IADI) has called for a thorough, evidence-based investigation into allegations of contract fraud and misappropriation involving about ₦6.69 billion at the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNRA). IADI made the call on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, during a press briefing in Abuja, following a report published by Secrets Reporters on
Ondo Air Crash: ADC Demands Audit of N4.5bn NAF Aircraft Maintenance Funds The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called for an audit of funds released for the maintenance of Nigerian Air Force aircraft following Monday’s crash involving an ATR-42 aircraft at Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State. The opposition party also raised questions
2027: INEC Establishes AI Division to Verify Results, Combat Deepfakes The Independent National Electoral Commission has established a dedicated Artificial Intelligence Division within its Information and Communications Technology Department to strengthen election results verification and combat disinformation ahead of the 2027 general elections. The INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed this on Tuesday while presenting
JUST IN: Lagos, Kano, Kaduna Lead as Nigeria’s Voter Register Hits 103.4m — INEC Lagos, Kano and Kaduna have emerged as the three states with the highest number of registered voters ahead of the 2027 general elections, according to the Independent National Electoral Commission. The INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed this on Tuesday in
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has sparked controversy after posting a video of himself cycling despite manager Jose Mourinho’s recent warning against the activity. Mourinho had advised his players to avoid cycling because of the potential risk of injury, stressing that professional footballers must be careful with activities outside training. “You are a football player
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has released the identities of the 25 personnel and passengers killed in the crash involving its ATR 42 aircraft, NAF 931, in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State. The aircraft, which had five crew members and 20 passengers on board, was on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos
Benin defender Mohamed Tijani has revealed what he intends to tell Lionel Messi when the Argentine captain faces the West African side in his final international appearance for Argentina. Argentina will take on Benin at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires on Tuesday, with the fixture expected to mark the end of Messi’s international career.