News
The Nigerian Baptist Convention condemned the abduction of 46 persons in Oyo, including children and teachers, urging stronger security measures, state police creation and intensified efforts to rescue victims safely.
May 29, 2026
News
A US federal judge temporarily blocked Donald Trump’s controversial $1.8 billion compensation fund, citing concerns over legality, oversight and possible misuse to reward political allies and January 6 defendants.
May 29, 2026
News
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike directed Abuja hotels and event centres to deny access to unrecognized political party factions, warning that non-compliant properties risk revocation of title documents ahead of 2027 elections.
May 29, 2026
News
President Bola Tinubu urged Nigerians to pray for terrorists and bandits to repent, while reaffirming his administration’s commitment to intensified military operations, intelligence gathering and stronger security collaboration nationwide.
May 29, 2026
News
Defence Minister Christopher Musa rated Tinubu’s government 65–70% on security, citing reduced terrorism, while acknowledging rising kidnapping cases, recent school abductions, and ongoing international partnerships against insurgency.
May 29, 2026
Tech & Education
Students in Makurdi have received training on personal safety and mental health awareness, aimed at improving wellbeing and resilience in tertiary institutions. The programme focused on stress management, risk awareness, and encouraging students to seek help early while promoting safer learning environments.
May 29, 2026
Tech & Education
Stakeholders say Nigeria must scale up from subsistence farming to commercial agriculture to boost food production, improve efficiency, and reduce reliance on imports. They argue that larger, mechanised farms could attract investment, strengthen value chains, and create more structured jobs, but stress that land access, infrastructure, and financing remain major barriers.
May 29, 2026
Tech & Education
President Tinubu says ongoing economic reforms are aimed at expanding opportunities for Nigerian youths, especially in tech, agriculture, and sports, through job creation, skills development, and innovation-driven growth.
May 29, 2026
Tech & Education
Education costs in Nigeria are rising across all levels, with increased school fees, “service charges,” and living expenses making it harder for many families to afford schooling.
May 29, 2026
Tech & Education
Experts say Nigerian companies risk falling behind globally unless they adopt digital procurement systems, warning that manual processes are driving inefficiency, weak oversight, and financial leakages.
May 29, 2026
Tech & Education
Nigeria and Türkiye have agreed to strengthen cooperation in the solid minerals sector, focusing on digital mining systems, improved exploration, and regulatory reforms to boost efficiency and investment.
May 29, 2026
Sports
Republic of Ireland have reportedly stepped up efforts to secure Owen Oseni at youth level after his senior appearance for Nigeria, highlighting an ongoing tug-of-war over dual-national players.
May 29, 2026