Government
Uba Sani Approves N3.6 Billion for Pension Payments
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has approved the release of N3.6 billion for the payment of pensions, gratuities, and death benefits to retirees.
News
Crime & Justice
Katsina Governor Lauds Military, DSS, and Vigilantes for Preventing Mass Kidnapping
The Katsina State governor, Dr. Dikko Radda, has commended the military, Department of State Services (DSS), and local vigilantes for foiling a planned mass kidnapping in Bakori Local…
Crime & Justice
Air Peace Faces Compensation Order from NCAA Over Flight Disruption
Nigerian airline Air Peace faces a compensation order from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) after failing to notify passengers of a rescheduled Lagos-Enugu flight, leaving travellers stranded.
Tinubu’s UNGA Absence Defended by Anyim
Former Senate President Pius Anyim has defended President Bola Tinubu's absence from the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), stating that Nigerians understand he is on leave.
National
Nigeria’s Morning Recap: Wike Takes Aim at APC Governors, Trump TV Launches Amid Network Boycott
In today's recap, Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike clashes with APC governors, the much-anticipated Trump TV launches amid US network boycott, and Nigeria seals a deal for 12…
Health & Wellness
Nigeria Pioneers Telerobotic Surgery Across 500km
Nigerian surgeons have made history by performing the first telerobotic surgery in West Africa, operating on a patient 500km away.
Lagos-Ibadan Railway’s Financial Woes Amid Strong Ridership
A report by Independent Newspaper Nigeria reveals the financial challenges facing the Lagos-Ibadan railway, despite strong ridership.
Crime & Justice
Nigerians Protest: Hundreds Still Captive Month After Mass Kidnapping
A month after a mass kidnapping in Nigeria, hundreds of residents are still unaccounted for. Protesters have taken to the streets, demanding action.
VP Shettima Prepares for 81st UNGA with Key Priorities – Voice of Nigeria, THISDAYLIVE
Nigeria's Vice President Kashim Shettima has received briefings on priorities for the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, following his mandate to represent the country.
Politics
New Lawsuit Challenges Former AGF Aondoakaa’s Eligibility for Benue Governorship
A new legal challenge has been filed against former Attorney General of the Federation, Mr. Michael Aondoakaa, citing a Supreme Court verdict as grounds for his disqualification from…
Elections
Rivers State Election Results: Wike Disputes Claims of Obi, Atiku’s Victory
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims by the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, and the 'Obidient' movement that…
Crime & Justice
Miners’ Death: Niger Lifts Curfew Imposed after Minna Unrest
After days of unrest triggered by the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners, the curfew imposed on Minna has been lifted.
Local News
Governor Makinde Admits to Diesel Use for Oyo Streetlights Due to Power Supply Issues
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has admitted that the state's streetlights are currently running on diesel due to ongoing power supply challenges.
Crime & Justice
Police Apprehend Suspected Kidnapper and Recover Drone in Kano
The Kano State Police Command has apprehended a notorious kidnap suspect and recovered a drone during separate clearance operations.
Court Postpones Hearing on El-Rufai’s N1bn Suit Against AGF, ICPC, Police
The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the hearing of a one billion naira rights suit filed by former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, against the Attorney…