The United States Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos will be closed from Wednesday, December 23, to Friday, December 26, 2025. The US Mission announced the temporary closure in a notice shared on its official social media platform on Tuesday, stating that normal operations will resume on Monday, December 29, 2025. During the closure period, routine consular services will not be available. Members of the public have […]

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has said he is qualified to lead Nigeria, amid growing speculation about his possible presidential ambition ahead of the 2027 general elections. The governor made the statement on Tuesday during a media interaction with select journalists in Ibadan, where he pointed to his experience in public service and the private sector as proof of his readiness for higher national responsibility. According to Makinde, his tenure […]

The Niger State Police Command has reiterated its ban on the use of fireworks during the Christmas and New Year celebrations, warning residents that the restriction remains in force. The State Commissioner of Police, Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, also assured the public of prompt police response in the event of any security incident during the festive period. In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abiodun Wasiu, the […]

The Federal Government has approved the introduction of mandatory pre-employment drug testing for all applicants seeking employment in the Nigerian public service. The policy is aimed at addressing the rising incidence of illicit drug use and protecting national productivity, public trust and security. The directive was conveyed through a service-wide circular issued by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), mandating permanent secretaries as well […]