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September 28, 2026

APM decries Gov Okpebholo’s fuel remarks amid economic hardship

Mr Okpebholo urged Nigerians not to complain, saying fuel is cheaper than the average N3,000 per litre in the United Kingdom.

Okpebholo making public address
September 28, 2026

Rabies Eradication: Council decries limited funds, workforce

VCN identified limited funds, inadequate collaboration, dearth of workforce, and inadequate facilities and vaccines as major impediments to rabies eradication in the country.

Rabid Dog
September 28, 2026

Court hears Atiku’s motion seeking to amend suit against Tinubu, APC

The Federal High Court, Abuja Division, on Monday fixed October 13 to hear an application by Atiku Abubakar seeking to amend his suit against President Bola Tinubu and the APC.

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar with President Bola Tinubu
September 28, 2026

ALGON hails Gov Otu’s gas, oil training for youths for blue economy

ALGON has described the state government’s training of 2,000 youths in oil and gas skills as a “masterstroke” to invest in the state’s blue economy.

Governor Bassey Otu
September 28, 2026

NAPTIP uncovers suspected child trafficking ring in Cross River

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons has uncovered an alleged child trafficking operation involving newborn babies in Cross River.

NAPTIP agents
September 28, 2026

Veterinarians urge renewed commitment to preventing deaths from rabies

Blueblood Veterinary Services has recommended stronger integrated surveillance linking veterinary and human health systems to prevent and eradicate rabies.

September 28, 2026

Road Crashes: FRSC deploys 170 ambulances nationwide for emergency rescue

The Federal Road Safety Corps has deployed more than 170 ambulances nationwide to strengthen emergency response and rescue operations on Nigerian roads.

FRSC ambulance
September 28, 2026

Kogi moves to harness tourism, digital technology for growth

Kogi is exploring digital technology, artificial intelligence and investment opportunities to transform its tourism sector and harness its vast cultural and historical assets.

Lokoja 2026 World Tourism Day event banner
September 28, 2026

UN chief backs Obasanjo-led AU’s renewed peace efforts in Ethiopia

Mr Guterres endorsed the African Union’s mediation led by Olusegun Obasanjo as escalating fighting in northern Ethiopia raises fears of a broader conflict.

Olusegun Obasanjo
September 28, 2026

Super Eagles arrive in Bissau ahead of AFCON 2027 qualifier

Only the group winner will secure an AFCON 2027 qualification ticket, with Tanzania already qualified as a co-host.

Super Eagles arrive in Bissau