FG names Tinubu int’l airport, Minna as backup for Abuja airport

The Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport in Minna has officially been designated as the alternative airport to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, made…

NSCDC orders swift arrest of officer over alleged N5.2m bribe

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has ordered the immediate detention of officers accused of extorting ₦5.2 million from a traveler, acting on a directive from the Minister…

2025 Hajj airlift to begin May 9, end by May 24– NAHCON

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), in collaboration with State Muslim Pilgrims’ Welfare Boards, has set May 9, 2025, as the start date for the 2025 Hajj airlift, with…

Insecurity: Niger gov orders arrest of persons with dreadlocks

….Imposes dusk-to-dawn curfew. Governor Umar Bago of Niger State has directed security agencies to arrest individuals wearing dreadlocks in Minna, the state capital. Speaking at a stakeholders’ security meeting held…

WHO raises alarm over Africa’s immunisation gaps

….seeks better vaccination deal for Africa The World Health Organisation (WHO) has confirmed that Africa is facing serious immunisation challenges, with one in five children still under-vaccinated, while vaccine-derived poliovirus…

ECOWAS at 50: Leaders recommit to regional trade, security

ECOWAS leaders have renewed their commitment to regional security, democracy, and development at the official launch of the bloc’s 50th anniversary in Accra, Ghana. The event kicks off a series…

Ibas urges CAN to lead peace efforts in Rivers state

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (Rtd), has urged the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) to take an active role in promoting peace and stability…

NBA condemns burning of Osun High Court

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Osogbo branch, has condemned the arson of the Osun High Court in Ilesa on Monday. The NBA, in a statement by its Chairman, Mr Yemi…

Global finance leaders gather in Washington as trade talks intensify

Finance leaders from around the world are gathering in Washington this week for the semi-annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group. Meanwhile, China has issued…

PDP chair accuses Wike of sabotaging party for APC

The Acting Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, Robinson Ewor has made an allegation against the All Progressives Congress and the Minister of the Federal Capital…