Burkina Faso says a Nigerian Air Force C130 aircraft entered Burkina Faso airspace without authorisation on Monday. Officials confirmed that the plane carried 11 military personnel. It landed in Bobo Dioulasso after an in-flight emergency. The announcement came through the Agence d’Information du Burkina. The update quoted the Confederation of Sahel States. According to the…
Miss Christiana Olaitan, an NYSC member assigned to the Oyo State Governor’s Office Protocol Department, has been celebrated as the outstanding corps member of the unit. The recognition came as she completed her service year. During the presentation, the Director-General, Otunba Samuel Adegboyega, praised her dedication and professionalism. He said her calm attitude and tech…
A new Harvard-Harris survey has revealed that Trump leads Congress by a striking 19-point approval margin, highlighting a growing gap in how voters view political leadership in the United States. The poll shows President Donald Trump at 47% approval and 49% disapproval — only slightly underwater. Congress, however, trails significantly with just 35% approval and…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says it will begin legal steps to recover mandates from Rivers lawmakers involved in a fresh PDP defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was issued on Saturday in Abuja. National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, called the latest switch a “re-defection.” He accused the lawmakers of acting on…
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, says Nigeria foreign policy will remain practical and driven by national interest. He explained that the country will focus on economic growth, job creation, and partnerships that produce clear results. Tuggar issued the statement through his media aide, Alkasim Abdulkadir, on Sunday. He spoke at the Doha…
The US–Nigeria security partnership progressed on Sunday as National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu hosted a United States Congressional delegation in Abuja. Additionally, the visit forms part of ongoing cooperation aimed at strengthening defense and intelligence support. Ribadu explained that the meeting followed earlier engagements in Washington, DC, where shared security concerns were discussed. Consequently,…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has issued new JAMB guidelines for the 2026 UTME registration. The board posted the announcement on its official X page on Sunday. It aims to help candidates prepare early and avoid mistakes. JAMB urged candidates to confirm their personal details. They must check their National Identification Number, email address,…
Niger pupils released after the mass abduction have brought relief to families in Papiri. A total of 100 children regained freedom after their capture from ST Mary’s Catholic School in Niger State. The community welcomed their return with joy and emotional reunions. Officials have not explained how the release happened. The development followed days of…
A damaging Real Madrid defeat on Sunday saw Celta Vigo claim a 2-0 victory at the Bernabeu. Madrid finished the match with nine men after red cards for Fran Garcia and Alvaro Carreras. The loss pushes Barcelona four points clear in the La Liga title race. Williot Swedberg struck twice in the second half to…
Aliko Dangote has called on Nigerian billionaires to cut down on luxury spending. He urged wealthy Nigerians to invest in industries that create jobs instead of acquiring private jets and Rolls-Royce cars. He said money should build factories and empower communities. Speaking on Friday, he warned that heavy importation weakens the economy. He explained that…
