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Kwara Embraces Digital Technology, AI to Transform Tourism — Official
Kwara State Government plans to use digital technology and artificial intelligence to promote tourism and create new economic opportunities.
Sep 30, 2026
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Sep 30, 2026
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FG to Rank Tertiary Institutions Nationwide on 22 Indicators
Sep 30, 2026
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RMD Urges Citizens to Stop Condemning Nigeria
Sep 30, 2026
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Peter Obi Demands Better Facilities for Displaced Persons in Sokoto
Sep 30, 2026
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2027: Police Pledge to Protect Lives, Ensure Secure Environment for Voters
Police promise stronger election security measures to protect voters, candidates, officials and electoral materials during 2027 polls nationwide.
Sep 30, 2026
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Alleged Coup Trial: Military Shifts Ruling to October 5
Military court postpones ruling for fourth time as defence challenges admissibility of statements allegedly obtained from accused officers.
Sep 30, 2026
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NHIA, Senate Push Health Taxes to Fund Healthcare, Fight Diseases
NHIA and Senate lawmakers seek stronger health taxes to expand healthcare financing and reduce diseases linked to harmful products.
Sep 30, 2026
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Why Five Men With ‘Tinubu Must Go’ T-Shirts Were Arrested — Police
Police say the five men were arrested over alleged public disturbance, thuggery and suspected drug possession, not merely for wearing shirts.
Sep 30, 2026
Politics
2027: Makinde Appoints Ex-Aviation Minister Campaign DG
Makinde appoints former Aviation Minister Felix Hyat to lead his national campaign management committee ahead of 2027.
Sep 30, 2026
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Tinubu Signs 2025 Budget Amendment Bill
President Tinubu has signed the 2025 budget amendment, extending capital implementation to December 31, 2026.
Sep 30, 2026
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Wike’s Son Denies $2.1m Land Deal, Alleges Forgery
Jordan Wike denied receiving $2.1m, saying his signature on documents linked to the disputed land deal was forged.
Sep 30, 2026
Lifestyle
OPay Seeks DSS, Police Probe Over Shutdown Rumour
OPay has asked the Department of State Services and Nigeria Police Force to investigate a false social media claim that the fintech company was shutting down its Nigerian operations.
Sep 2, 2026
Lifestyle
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempts in Sokoto, Rescue 22 Victims
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have foiled kidnapping attempts in Sokoto State, rescuing 22 victims during separate operations in Sabon Birni and Isa local government areas.
Jun 20, 2026
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Kwara Embraces Digital Technology, AI to Transform Tourism — Official
Kwara State Government plans to use digital technology and artificial intelligence to promote tourism and create new economic opportunities.
Sep 30, 2026
News
Alleged Coup Trial: Military Shifts Ruling to October 5
Military court postpones ruling for fourth time as defence challenges admissibility of statements allegedly obtained from accused officers.
Sep 30, 2026
News
NHIA, Senate Push Health Taxes to Fund Healthcare, Fight Diseases
NHIA and Senate lawmakers seek stronger health taxes to expand healthcare financing and reduce diseases linked to harmful products.
Sep 30, 2026
News
Why Five Men With ‘Tinubu Must Go’ T-Shirts Were Arrested — Police
Police say the five men were arrested over alleged public disturbance, thuggery and suspected drug possession, not merely for wearing shirts.
Sep 30, 2026
Politics
2027: Police Pledge to Protect Lives, Ensure Secure Environment for Voters
Police promise stronger election security measures to protect voters, candidates, officials and electoral materials during 2027 polls nationwide.
Sep 30, 2026
Politics
2027: Makinde Appoints Ex-Aviation Minister Campaign DG
Makinde appoints former Aviation Minister Felix Hyat to lead his national campaign management committee ahead of 2027.
Sep 30, 2026
Politics
2027: No Plan To Militarise Elections — CDI
CDI says there is no plan to militarise Nigeria’s 2027 elections, urging security agencies to remain professional.
Sep 30, 2026
Politics
2027: Tinubu’s Reelection Non-Negotiable For Nigeria’s Prosperity, National Unity — Shettima
Shettima urged northern creatives to support Tinubu’s reelection, citing national unity and the administration’s reform agenda.
Sep 30, 2026
Sports
Sporting Lagos Ready for Ikorodu City Showdown, Buter Says
Sporting Lagos head coach Jeffrey Buter says his side is prepared for the Lagos derby against Ikorodu City as both teams seek points in the NPFL.
Sep 30, 2026
Sports
Carragher Calls for Man City Titles to be Stripped, Owners Removed
Jamie Carragher has called for Manchester City to lose the titles won during the period covered by their financial breaches and said the club’s owners should leave their positions.
Sep 30, 2026
Sports
Alexander-Arnold Says He Always Believed He Would Return to England Team
Trent Alexander-Arnold says he always believed he would play for England again after returning to the starting line-up in the 2-0 Nations League win over Czech Republic.
Sep 30, 2026
Sports
Man City CEO Soriano Calls Guilty Verdict a Premier League Conspiracy Theory
Manchester City CEO Ferran Soriano has rejected the club’s guilty verdict over financial breaches, telling staff and players that the findings were based on what he described as a Premier League “conspiracy theory”.
Sep 30, 2026
Tech & Education
Jigawa Resolves NECO Results Delay
Jigawa State has resolved the delay in public school students' NECO results, attributing the temporary setback to a bank transaction glitch that caused government funds to bounce back
Sep 30, 2026
Tech & Education
Vitafoam Upgrades LASUED Chemistry Lab
Vitafoam Nigeria Plc has refurbished a Chemistry Laboratory at the Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Ijanikin, in a Corporate Social Responsibility initiative aimed at enhancing practical learning and developing science-based skills. The upgraded facility, commissioned on September 22, 2026, underscores the company's commitment to supporting education and investing in human capital development across Nigeria.
Sep 30, 2026
Tech & Education
Federal University Dutse Gets NUC Approval for 30 New Programmes, Faculty of Law
The National Universities Commission has approved 30 new academic programmes and the take-off of a Faculty of Law at Federal University Dutse, Jigawa State, spanning AI, data science, law, and allied health sciences, effective 2026/2027 session.
Sep 30, 2026
Tech & Education
Ogogo Foundation Supports Seven Cross River Schools
The Joseph Ogogo Foundation has donated school bags, sandals, and writing materials to no fewer than seven schools in Obanliku Local Government Area of Cross River State, in its fourth intervention programme of 2026. The foundation said the gesture was aimed at easing the burden on parents and encouraging pupils to stay in school and focus on their studies as the new term progresses.
Sep 30, 2026
Agriculture
FG Launches 99-Member Farmers’ Coalition
The Federal Government has inaugurated the Coalition of Farmers Associations for Food Security in Nigeria, representing 99 farmer groups, as the agriculture sector recorded 4.39% growth in Q2 2026, its best performance in five years.
Sep 30, 2026
Agriculture
FG Moves to Overhaul 18 Agricultural Laws
The Federal Government has begun the second phase of reviewing 18 agricultural laws, moving from diagnosis to drafting concrete reforms aimed at replacing obsolete provisions and attracting investment into Nigeria's agribusiness sector.
Sep 29, 2026
Agriculture
Nigerian Breweries Plants 340,000 Trees in Ogun
Nigerian Breweries Plc, working with the Ogun State Ministry of Forestry and IITA, has planted over 340,000 indigenous trees and restored more than 350 hectares of degraded forest at Olokemeji in five years.
Sep 28, 2026
Agriculture
Ekiti Trains 30 Officers on Livestock Insemination
Ekiti State has trained 30 officers as Artificial Insemination Technicians under the L-PRES initiative, targeting 850 cows and 150 goats to boost livestock productivity and genetic quality
Sep 26, 2026
Health
Kaduna, UNICEF Mobilise 23 LGAs Against Malnutrition
Kaduna State, UNICEF, and CS-SUNN have mobilized spouses of 23 LGA chairmen to drive grassroots nutrition interventions, shifting the focus from treatment to proactive malnutrition prevention
Sep 30, 2026
Health
Lagos Presents Certificates to 63 MDAs for Complying with Mandatory Health Insurance Order
Lagos State has recognised 63 Ministries, Departments and Agencies for meeting requirements under Governor Sanwo-Olu's Executive Order on mandatory health insurance, with non-compliant MDAs given until November 30 to fall in line.
Sep 30, 2026
Health
Nigeria Must Drive Home-Grown Sickle Cell Solutions, Foundation Tells UN
The Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria has called on the Federal Government to position the country as a global leader in sickle cell care, leveraging its experience, institutions, and expertise to shape the international response to the disease. Speaking at the launch of the OneSCD partnership at the United Nations General Assembly, National Director Dr Annette Akinsete said Nigeria brings far more to the table than its disease burden, revealing that over 40 million Nigerians are healthy carriers o
Sep 30, 2026
Health
World Heart Day: NOA Urges Osun Residents to Prioritise Heart Health
As Nigeria joins the global community to mark World Heart Day 2026, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) in Osun State has urged residents to prioritise their cardiovascular health through regular exercise, balanced diets, and routine medical check-ups. The agency warned that heart disease is no longer a disease of the wealthy, citing rising cases of hypertension, obesity, and sedentary lifestyles among ordinary Nigerians.
Sep 29, 2026
Security
Police Begin Rescue Operation For Abducted Oyo Headmaster
The Oyo State Police Command has launched a rescue operation for an abducted headmaster following the recent wave of school attacks in the state. Security operatives say efforts are ongoing to track down the suspects and secure the victim’s release.
Jul 13, 2026
Security
Again, Four ISWAP Family Members Surrender to Nigerian Army in Borno
Four family members linked to ISWAP have surrendered to troops in Borno State as the military continues its counter-insurgency pressure in the North-East. The latest development adds to a growing pattern of defections and surrenders from terrorist enclaves in the region.
Jul 11, 2026
Security
Nigerian Air Force Bombs ISWAP Enclave in Borno, Inflicts Heavy Casualties
The Nigerian Air Force has carried out precision airstrikes on an ISWAP enclave in Borno State, killing multiple terrorists and destroying key infrastructure including weapons caches and vehicles
Jul 11, 2026
Security
Nigerian Army Captures Suspected ISWAP Logistics Supplier in Borno State
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested a high-value suspected logistics supplier to ISWAP in Borno State, dealing another blow to the terrorist group’s supply network.
Jul 11, 2026
Youth Empowerment
MSS Academy Graduates 56 Youths in Event Technology
The Mobile Screen and Sound (MSS) Limited Technical Academy has graduated 56 students from its 10-week training programme in sound engineering, lighting design, and stage production, as part of efforts to equip young Nigerians with employable skills and reduce youth idleness. The academy has also promised automatic employment for the best five graduating students, underscoring its commitment to bridging the gap between training and industry placement.
Sep 30, 2026
Youth Empowerment
OLAKHURF Trains 150 Ogun Youths in Digital Entrepreneurship to Boost Local Economy
OLAKHURF has trained 150 youths in Yewa North, Ogun State, in digital entrepreneurship, equipping them with vital skills for employment, business growth, and economic self-reliance
Sep 29, 2026
Youth Empowerment
HBM Nigeria Trains 120 Women in Construction Skills
HBM Nigeria Plc has commenced its 2026 Female Tilers and Block-Laying Training initiative, equipping 120 women across Lagos and Ogun States with practical construction skills, entrepreneurship training, and business management knowledge. The six-week programme, delivered in partnership with the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund, is designed to expand women's participation in the building and construction sector while addressing the persistent gender gap in skilled trades.
Sep 28, 2026
Youth Empowerment
Kaduna Empowers Women Leaders Against GBV
The Gender Awareness Trust (GAT) has trained 12 Christian women and cultural leaders in Kaduna State as trainers to prevent and respond to gender-based violence, leveraging their grassroots influence to challenge harmful norms
Sep 26, 2026
Pacesetters
Meet Abena Serwaah: the 23-year-old leading Ghana's agri-tech revolution
At just 23, Abena Serwaah has built a thriving hydroponic container farm business supplying premium vegetables to Accra's top hotels and restaurants.
Feb 20, 2025
Pacesetters
Kofi Acheampong: the teacher who built a library in a fishing village
A retired schoolteacher's dream to bring books to children in a remote Brong-Ahafo fishing village has grown into a community library serving 400 students.
Jan 10, 2025
Programs
Oxfam, Partners Empower North-East Communities to Take Charge of Post-Insurgency Development in Adamawa, Borno
Oxfam Nigeria and its implementing partners have trained community stakeholders and local government officials in Adamawa and Borno states to take ownership of their development priorities, as part of a broader push to reposition the North East in the post-insurgency era.
Aug 2, 2026
Programs
NABCO begins Phase 3 recruitment with focus on ICT and healthcare graduates
The Nation Builders Corps has opened applications for Phase 3 targeting 50,000 graduates in ICT, healthcare, education and agriculture.
Mar 5, 2025
Programs
Free SHS programme records 1.2 million enrolments in 2024/25 academic year
The Ghana Education Service reports 1.2 million students enrolled in the Free Senior High School programme in the current academic year.
Feb 1, 2025