Niger flood: 151 dead, over 3,000 displaced – Govt
The number of corpses recovered so far from the flood that ravaged Niger State communities in Mokwa Local Government Area has risen to 151 with 3,018 persons displaced. The Niger…
Lookman presents CAF player of the year award to Tinubu
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has presented his CAF Player of the Year award to Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, during the president’s two-day visit to Lagos. Lookman was received…
Tinubu unveils 11 roads May 31
President Bola Tinubu will on Saturday, May 31, commission 11 completed road projects across Nigeria, including the first completed section of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. The Federal Ministry of Works…
Late-night exams: Reps reject WAEC delegation
The House of Representatives Committee on Basic Education and Examination Bodies rejected a team from the West African Examinations Council on Friday. The lawmakers said only the Head of WAEC’s…
APC hails Appeal Court ruling affirming Okpebholo’s victory
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated Edo Governor, Monday Okpebholo, and his Deputy, Denis Idahosa, on their victory at the Court of Appeal, which upheld their election. In a…
WAEC admits challenges in 2025 WASSCE, apologises for delayed exam papers
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has acknowledged the difficulties encountered during the ongoing 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for School Candidates, particularly the delay in administering…
INEC fixes 2026 governorship polls for Ekiti, Osun states
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has scheduled the governorship elections in Ekiti and Osun states for Saturday, July 20, and Saturday, August 8, 2026, respectively. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood…
Appeal Court reverses judgment voiding Kano’s LG election, KANSIEC’s composition
The Court of Appeal has reversed the judgment by a Federal High Court in Kano voiding the composition of the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KASIEC) and the local government…
LASTMA launches statewide clean-up operation to restore traffic order in Lagos
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has commenced a comprehensive clean-up enforcement operation across key traffic corridors in Lagos, impounding 235 vehicles and arresting 10 suspected miscreants in the…
Reps give WAEC 24-hour ultimatum over SSCE irregularities
The House of Representatives Committee on Basic Education and Examination Bodies has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) to appear before it and address mounting…