Kidnapped Calabar–Oron Boat Passengers Regain Freedom
Seventeen passengers abducted from a boat travelling between Calabar (Cross River State) and Oron (Akwa Ibom State) have reportedly been released after 11 days in captivity. The victims were part of a group aboard a commercial vessel owned by Sea Express Limited which was attacked by armed men on Thursday, September 25. The attackers hijacked […]
President Tinubu Summons Council of State and Police Council to Strategic Meeting
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for a joint strategic meeting with the Council of State and the Police Council to discuss issues of national security and governance. The meeting is scheduled to hold on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the Council Chambers in the Presidential Villa, Aso Rock. According to a statement from the […]
‘Oshiomhole Has Become Judas Iscariot Of Labour’ — NUPENG
The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has declared former National Labour Congress (NLC) President, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, persona non grata for what the union describes as his betrayal of workers during the recent PENGASSAN strike. In a statement signed by its President, Williams Akporeha, and General Secretary, Olawale Afolabi, NUPENG criticized […]
Fire at Rivers Secretariat Blamed on Electrical Fault, No Casualties
A fire outbreak occurred on Monday morning at the Rivers State Secretariat complex in Port Harcourt, affecting the Podium Block housing the Rivers State Pensions Board. According to the Rivers State Head of Service, Dr. (Mrs.) Inyingi Brown, the fire was caused by an electrical fault. She confirmed that no casualties were recorded, and the […]
Makinde Names 11‑Member Committee for “Oyo at 50” Celebration
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makindehas inaugurated an 11‑member committee to oversee preparations for the state’s upcoming 50th anniversary (Oyo at 50) celebrations. In a formal letter signed by the Governor’s Chief of Staff, Segun Ogunwuyi, retired House of Representatives member Saheed Fijabi was appointed as Chairman of the anniversary planning committee. The committee is to […]
Tinubu Orders Review of 2026 Hajj Fares to Reduce Cost
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered an urgent review of the 2026 Hajj fares, instructing the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to submit revised, lower rates within two days. Vice President Kashim Shettima conveyed the directive during a meeting with NAHCON’s management at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The administration says the move is […]