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Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has reiterated his administration’s commitment to fostering peaceful coexistence between farmers and herders as part of efforts to ensure stability, economic growth, and social harmony across the state. The governor said his government remains open to working with all stakeholders to find lasting solutions that promote peace and prosperity among residents, stressing that Oyo State belongs to everyone lawfully residing within it. Makinde made […]

Popular Nollywood actress Anita Joseph has confirmed the end of her marriage to MC Fish, making the announcement public on Monday evening. The actress shared the update via a heartfelt post on her Instagram page, where she reflected on personal growth, emotional pain, and healing. In the post, Anita openly stated that her marriage had come to an end, describing the period as one marked by deep reflection and lessons. […]

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will begin their quest for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title with a Group C clash against Tanzania, a side they have not faced since 1980. Nigeria head into the tournament seeking redemption after finishing runners-up at the last AFCON, where they surrendered a first-half lead and lost 2–1 to hosts Côte d’Ivoire in the final. The team is also looking to bounce […]

The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, has reaffirmed that the clean-up of Ogoniland remains a top priority of the Federal Government. Lawal made this known during a courtesy visit by a presidential delegation led by the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, to the Rivers State Government House in Port Harcourt on Monday. Other members of the delegation included the Minister of Works, David Umahi, and senior officials of the Nigerian […]

The Oyo State Police Command has issued a security advisory to residents ahead of the Christmas and New Year celebrations. In a statement, the Command’s spokesperson, Adewale Osifeso, said all religious and festive gatherings during the period must be held in open and publicly accessible locations to allow security agencies to respond swiftly in the event of emergencies. He warned that events should not be organised in secluded areas without […]

The United States has announced a partial suspension of visa issuance to Nigerians, effective January 1, 2026, as part of a new presidential proclamation aimed at strengthening border and national security. The US Mission in Nigeria said the restriction will take effect at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Standard Time in line with Presidential Proclamation 10998, titled “Restricting and Limiting the Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the Security of the United […]

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has announced that the National Identification Number (NIN) issued by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) will now serve as the Tax Identification Number (TIN) for individual Nigerians. The clarification was made during a public awareness campaign on the new tax laws shared by the Service on Monday. According to the FIRS, registered businesses will also no longer need a separate TIN, as their […]

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially unveiled the African Nations League, a new annual competition designed to showcase the continent’s top senior national teams and players. CAF said the tournament will provide a consistent, world-class platform for African national teams, offering players greater exposure and more opportunities to display their talent on a continental stage. Announcing the initiative on its official X handle on Monday, CAF stated that […]

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has intensified nationwide enforcement to remove dangerous drivers and curb life-threatening practices on major highways as Nigerians embark on end-of-year travels. The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, disclosed this on Monday during a strategic monitoring of vehicular movement in Kaduna as part of the ongoing Zero Tolerance special operation for the festive season. Mohammed said the corps had deployed a large number of officers and […]