The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has launched a manhunt for suspects involved in the mob killing of an unidentified man in Ikpe Ikot Akpan Village, along the Ikot Ekpene–Uyo Road. The incident occurred at about 7:05 a.m. on Wednesday after the man was allegedly accused of attempting to steal a motorcycle belonging to one Idoroenyin Udo. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, the motorcycle owner […]
The United Kingdom has awarded Chevening and Commonwealth scholarships to 68 Nigerians to pursue master’s and PhD programmes in the country. The beneficiaries were honoured at pre-departure ceremonies held in Abuja and Lagos on Wednesday. Twelve Nigerians received Chevening scholarships, while 56 were awarded Commonwealth scholarships. Speaking at the Abuja ceremony, Chargée d’Affaires at the British High Commission, Vicky Seymour, congratulated the scholars and described the awards as an investment […]
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has pledged the state government’s support towards completing the National Integrated Power Project along the Ikot Ekpene–Ikot Abasi axis. Eno made the commitment on Tuesday when he received a delegation from the Niger Delta Power Holding Company of Nigeria, led by its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Jennifer Adighije, at the Government House in Uyo. The governor said the completion of the 330kV […]
The Federal Government has released funds for the payment of the Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance (CATA) to academic staff in federal universities, polytechnics and colleges of education for January to August 2026. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, disclosed this on Wednesday, saying the payment was in line with the 2025 agreement between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities. Alausa said all affected institutions had […]
Two-week repair works on the Kara Bridge have triggered heavy traffic congestion on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, leaving motorists stranded for hours. The Federal Government commenced the replacement of damaged expansion joints on Tuesday, September 8, with the repairs expected to continue until September 22, 2026. The resulting gridlock has stretched from the Kara Bridge in Ogun State towards the 7Up Junction and other parts of Lagos, affecting motorists travelling in […]
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has announced that he will put his Belgium international career on hold until September 2027. The 34-year-old, who has 115 international appearances, will miss Belgium’s upcoming Nations League campaign under new head coach Mark Van Bommel. Courtois said his decision followed Van Bommel’s inability to guarantee him the starting goalkeeper position. “I have made the choice not to play the entire Nations League campaign with […]
Nigeria’s capital market has received a major boost after FTSE Russell confirmed the country’s return to Frontier Market status from September 21, 2026. The decision reverses Nigeria’s “Unclassified” status in 2023, which was linked to foreign exchange liquidity challenges, difficulties repatriating investment proceeds and concerns over market accessibility. FTSE Russell also reviewed Nigeria’s transition from T+2 to T+1 settlement and found no significant settlement, operational or funding challenges following consultations […]
Five major supporters’ clubs in Nigeria have called for formal recognition as key stakeholders in the administration and development of Nigerian football. The groups — Nigeria Football Supporters Club, Super Eagles Supporters Club, Football Fans Club of Nigeria, All Sports Supporters Club and Nigeria Eagles Supporters Club — made the demand after a meeting at the National Stadium in Lagos. In a joint statement, the clubs expressed support for ongoing […]
The Sokoto State Commissioner of Police, CP Hayatu Hassan Shafa, has warned political parties and their supporters against violence, hate speech, fake news and other acts capable of undermining the 2027 elections. Shafa gave the warning on Wednesday during a meeting with chairmen and representatives of political parties in the state. He urged political actors to conduct peaceful campaigns, cooperate with security agencies and allow voters to freely choose their […]
