Families of the rescued 20 abducted National Youths Service Corps, NYSC, members have said that they paid millions of naira in ransom before learning of their release. The families said they were forced to raise the money amid prolonged uncertainty over the safety of the corps members following their abduction. According to News Central Television,
The Integrity Advocacy for Development Initiative (IADI) has called for an evidence-based investigation into allegations of contract fraud and misappropriation involving the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNRA), urging relevant authorities and stakeholders to allow financial records and audit findings to guide the outcome. The call was made on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, during a press
President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condolences to the family of former National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) leader, Chief Ralph Obioha, describing the late statesman as a patriot whose contributions to Nigeria’s return to democratic rule should not be forgotten. Tinubu’s condolence message was contained in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and
The Taraba State Government has ordered security agencies to intensify enforcement against political thuggery and drug abuse as political activities gather momentum across the state. The directive was issued by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Yakubu Maikasuwa, SAN, in a statement released on Wednesday in Jalingo, following Governor Agbu Kefas’ directive on the
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has recorded a series of aircraft crashes and serious operational incidents over the past six years, involving fighter jets, helicopters, trainer aircraft and transport planes. The incidents, which occurred across different parts of the country between 2021 and 2026, resulted in the deaths of several military personnel, while some crew
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
The Rivers State Ministry of Health has sealed 21 health facilities and arrested three persons during a crackdown on alleged quackery and regulatory violations. Speaking at a briefing in Port Harcourt on Monday, the Permanent Secretary of the ministry and Chairman of the Anti-Quackery Committee, Dr Vincent Wachukwu, disclosed this during the ministry’s third-quarter 2026