Saturday, November 14, 2026

Nigeria

October 23, 2026

Nigeria beat defending champions North Korea 3-1 to reach Women’s U-17 World Cup knockout round

Oluwakemisola Adegbuyi opened the scoring for Nigeria 15 minutes into the match.

(Photo credit: FIFA)
October 23, 2026

Edo assembly moves to harmonise 39 education laws

Mr Okogbe said the reform would introduce merit-driven incentives and grants for public schools.

Edo House of Assembly
October 23, 2026

State Police: 24 state assemblies approve constitutional amendment

Mr Gbajabiamila said the approval provided constitutional backing for the policing framework.

Femi Gbajabiamila
October 23, 2026

Presidential Rally: We’re expecting massive turnout in Kaduna, says APC

Mr Mada said the campaign leadership was also mindful of the possibility of a turnout exceeding the capacity of the selected venue.

APC campaign rally
October 23, 2026

FG secures conviction of 653 terrorists in fresh mass trial in Abuja 

The AGF said since the commencement of the latest phase, about 880 cases had been determined by the courts.

Lateef Fagbemi
October 23, 2026

Stakeholders seek fair policies to advance gender equality

Ms Achakpa urged the media, private sector and other stakeholders to support gender equality and social protection.

Gender equality
October 23, 2026

DRC begins trial of vaccine candidates against Bundibugyo virus

The first participant was vaccinated on Friday in Bunia, DRC, marking the commencement of the Tumaini trial.

October 23, 2026

Butcher arrested for stabbing colleague to death over sweeping

The commissioner of police, Bode Ojajuni, urged residents to exercise restraint, resolve disagreements peacefully, and report criminal incidents promptly.

police
October 23, 2026

FG, Benue govt to expand Makurdi flyover to dual carriageway

The controller said the expansion will provide additional road space and improve traffic flow around the busy Wurukum Roundabout.

Wurukum Flyover
October 23, 2026

Police arrest man for allegedly stabbing colleague to death over cash wash fee

The police said the suspect is in custody and that the investigation is ongoing.

police