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Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation of Key Appointments, Urges Swift Action
Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally written to the Senate, requesting confirmation of several key ministerial and regulatory appointments in accordance with constitutional and statutory…
Foundation Pays Fines, Secures Release of 13 Inmates in Nasarawa
Thirteen inmates at the New Keffi Medium Security Custodial Centre have regained their freedom following the intervention of the Sunday and Omoikhere Orianran Foundation…
INEC Schedules June 20 By-Elections Across 6 States
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced June 20, 2026, as the date for by-elections to fill vacant legislative seats in six states across Nigeria.…
2027: Ex NIRSAL Boss declares for senate, pledges positive representation
Alhaji Aliyu Abbati, Former Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (NIRSAL), has declared intention to contest the Adamawa Senatorial seat under the platform of the All…
NAHCON Moves to Boost Pilgrims’ Preparedness for 2026 Hajj
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening pilgrims’ education and spiritual readiness ahead of the 2026 Hajj exercise.
Chairman of…
FG Issues Urgent Flood Alert for 10 States, Warns of Imminent Heavy Rainfall Impact
The Federal Ministry of Environment has issued an urgent flood alert for at least ten states, warning that prolonged heavy rainfall over the coming days could trigger flooding in…
Artemis II Astronauts Return to Earth After Historic Lunar Flyby Mission
The crew of Artemis II has safely returned to Earth, splashing down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California and marking the first human journey to the Moon in more than 50…
7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northern Indonesia, Leaves 1 Dead, Triggers Minor…
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck off the northern coast of Indonesia, causing widespread panic, structural damage, and a small tsunami.
The quake, centred in…
Germany, Syria Push Refugee Return Plan as Merz Hosts Interim Leader al-Sharaa in…
Germany and Syria have agreed to work jointly on facilitating the return of Syrian refugees, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday after talks with Syria’s interim president…
Nigeria Drops to 106th in 2026 World Happiness Ranking
Nigeria has ranked 106th in the 2026 World Happiness Report, marking a continued decline from 105th position in 2025 and 102nd in 2024.
The report, released on Thursday,…