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$1bn Arms Fund Row Erupts Again, Buratai Demands Defence Ministry Explain Spending
Former army chief says the Ministry of Defence managed the $1 billion arms fund and must explain how it was spent.
Oct 13, 2026
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Gas Pipeline Host Communities Give NNPCL, PINL Two-Week Ultimatum Over Unpaid Allowances
Host communities along the Eastern Gas Pipeline Network in the Niger Delta have given NNPCL and PINL two weeks to settle three months of unpaid allowances owed to surveillance contractors and guards, while demanding inclusion in the companies’ community development programmes.
Oct 13, 2026
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El-Rufai Returns to Court as Corruption Trial Resumes, Bail Appeal Fails
Fails Excerpt: Former Kaduna governor faces renewed trial proceedings after the Court of Appeal upheld his detention, with multiple financial allegations still before the courts.
Oct 13, 2026
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Onanuga Faults Obi’s Sports Record, Accuses Him of ‘Reckless Lies’
Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga has criticised Peter Obi’s call for increased government investment in sports, questioning the former Anambra governor’s record in the sector.
Sep 30, 2026
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Atiku Once Backed Subsidy Removal, Now Wants It Back — Oshiomhole
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has questioned Atiku Abubakar’s plan to restore fuel subsidy, recalling that the former vice president previously explained to him why petroleum subsidy should be removed.
Sep 30, 2026
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Three Ships Hit by Unknown Projectiles in Strait of Hormuz
Three vessels, including a crude oil tanker and an LNG tanker, were struck by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations Centre.
Sep 30, 2026
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Germany Warns Nigerians to Follow Official Visa Process
The German Mission in Nigeria has advised visa applicants to use official channels, warning against paying agents for appointments or sending application documents by email.
Sep 30, 2026
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Stakeholders Urge Journalists to Expose Rights Abuses, GBV in Kwara
Stakeholders in Kwara have urged journalists to expose rights abuses, gender-based violence, stigma and discrimination while protecting the privacy and dignity of vulnerable people.
Sep 30, 2026
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JAMB Extends Deadline for 2021–2025 Admission Acceptance to November 30
JAMB has extended the deadline for candidates with outstanding admission offers from 2021 to 2025 to accept or reject them on CAPS until November 30, 2026.
Sep 30, 2026
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DLA Faults FG as National Assembly Extends 2025 Budget to 2026
The Democratic and Leadership Alliance has criticised the Federal Government over the National Assembly’s fourth extension of the 2025 capital budget implementation deadline to December 31, 2026.
Sep 30, 2026
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Reps Speaker Sponsors NABTEB, NECO Exams for 120 Inmates
Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas has sponsored the registration of 120 FCT inmates for the 2026 NABTEB and NECO examinations as part of activities marking his 61st birthday.
Sep 30, 2026
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Military Records 367 Attacks, Kills 52 Terrorists in September
The Defence Headquarters says troops recorded 367 attacks across Nigeria’s operational theatres in September, killing 52 terrorists and criminals, arresting 350 suspects and rescuing 655 kidnapped civilians.
Sep 30, 2026
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Flydubai Co-Pilot Attacked Pilot, Tried to Crash Plane
A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after a co-pilot allegedly attacked the pilot and attempted to crash the aircraft, according to passengers and Israeli officials.
Sep 30, 2026
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Police Issue Flood Alert to Parents After Anambra Pupil’s Death
The Anambra State Police Command has urged parents, guardians and schools to keep children away from flooded roads and waterways after six-year-old Success Ezenwafor was swept away by floodwaters.
Sep 30, 2026
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Army Postpones Court Martial Ruling on Alleged Coup for Fourth Time
The General Court Martial hearing the alleged coup plot involving military officers has postponed its ruling on the admissibility of disputed statements to October 5.
Sep 30, 2026
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