General news.
President Bola Tinubu approves a new investment framework to unlock $50bn in deep offshore oil developments.
Politics
Atiku challenges Tinubu to disclose procurement details surrounding $20bn projects allegedly linked to presidential associate Gilbert Chagoury
Sports
Super Falcons crash out of WAFCON 2026 after Cameroon’s Myriam Nyadjou Wamen scores the only goal in a 1-0 quarter-final victory.
Access Bank dismisses shutdown rumours, assures customers of uninterrupted services and strong financial stability nationwide.
President Bola Tinubu has dissolved the Presidential Implementation Committee on federal government properties, transferring all responsibilities to the Attorney-General of the Federation.
Tinubu says government rejected ransom demands, citing intelligence and knowledge of forest terrain during rescue operations.
The Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has urged intending pilgrims to complete payments for the 2027 Hajj before the deadline set by NAHCON. Authorities said early remittance is essential for smooth planning and successful participation in the pilgrimage.
The APC North-West has announced a seven-state mobilisation tour to strengthen party structures and rally support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu and Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani ahead of the 2027 general elections. Party leaders say the initiative will deepen grassroots engagement and reinforce the APC's dominance across the region.
House of Representatives member Adedeji Olajide has pledged ₦50 million to support the Youth Legislative Summit in Oyo State. He said the initiative is aimed at mentoring students, promoting leadership development and preparing young people for future roles in governance and public service.
The NEDC says its mega schools in Adamawa are designed to bridge the education gap between rural and urban communities by providing modern learning facilities across the state's three senatorial districts. The commission urged residents to protect the schools, describing quality education as essential to the region's long-term recovery and development.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has nominated Dr Olufunke Omolara Tayo-Makanjuola as the Acting Lagos State Auditor-General, subject to House of Assembly confirmation. The state government said her appointment reflects its commitment to strengthening transparency, accountability and effective public financial management.
The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a 50-year-old man for allegedly sexually assaulting two girls aged 13 and 11 in Eleme Local Government Area. Police say investigations are ongoing and have pledged to ensure the suspect is prosecuted if found culpable.
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INEC Chairman Professor Joash Amupitan has said military deployment during elections should not be routine but reserved for exceptional security situations. He reaffirmed that the police remain the lead agency for election security and urged the Armed Forces to remain neutral and professional ahead of the 2027 elections.
INEC has said politicians stockpiling Permanent Voter Cards are "living in the past", insisting that modern voter accreditation technology makes it impossible to use another person's PVC to vote. The commission assured Nigerians that every valid vote will count and pledged to conduct free and credible elections in 2027.
NAPTIP says it rescued 202 victims of human trafficking in Katsina between January and July 2026. The agency used the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons to intensify public awareness, urging residents and transport operators to help identify and report trafficking activities.
