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NAHCON Moves to Improve Pilgrims’ Services for Future Hajj Operations

The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, Ismail Abba, has reiterated the commission’s commitment to improving the delivery of services to Nigerian pilgrims by strengthening coordination with its service provider. Abba made this known in Abuja during a strategic meeting with officials of Mashariq Aldhahabiya, a Saudi-based firm responsible for overseeing services provided to Nigerian pilgrims under the government quota in Saudi Arabia. The delegation was led by the company’s Board Chairman, Mohammed Andangiri. […]

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ECOWAS Parliament seeks stronger regional trade participation.

The ECOWAS Parliament has called for stronger participation in regional trade and economic activities across West Africa, urging citizens, entrepreneurs, and businesses to make greater use of the opportunities created under existing regional integration frameworks. The appeal was made during a press briefing in Abuja ahead of activities marking the parliament’s 25th anniversary. Officials highlighted the importance of increased collaboration between governments, businesses, and citizens to strengthen economic ties among member states and drive sustainable growth across the subregion. Speaking […]

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CAF shifts WAFCON 2026 to July.

The 2026 edition of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) has been officially postponed, with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announcing new dates for the continental tournament. Originally slated to take place in Morocco from 17 March to 3 April 2026, the competition has now been rescheduled to run from 25 July to 16 August of the same year. CAF explained that the decision to postpone the tournament was taken after careful consideration of certain unforeseen circumstances that […]

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NDLEA seizes 1,499 bottles of codeine syrup in Kano, arrest suspect.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Kano Strategic Command has successfully apprehended a suspected drug trafficker, identified as 45-year-old Ashiru Bala, following an intelligence-driven operation that led to the seizure of a large consignment of codeine-based cough syrup. The operation highlights the agency’s ongoing efforts to curb the distribution of controlled substances and protect communities from the dangers posed by illicit drugs. According to officials, Bala was arrested at his residence in Lambu village, located in Tofa Local Government […]

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Police confirm abduction of four in Oyo.

The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of four individuals along the Igbeti–Kishi Road in Irepo Local Government Area of Oyo State, raising fresh concerns over security in the area. The incident was made public on Thursday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, in a statement issued in Ibadan, the state capital. According to him, security operatives have already launched a coordinated operation aimed at rescuing the victims and apprehending those responsible for the crime. Ayanlade […]

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Gridlock as truck catches fire on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

A cargo-laden trailer erupted in flames early Thursday morning at the Berger New Garage axis of the busy Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, triggering heavy traffic congestion along the inward Lagos corridor and disrupting the early morning commute for thousands of motorists. The incident occurred at about 5:50 a.m. when the container attached to the trailer suddenly caught fire while moving along the highway. At the time the fire started, the exact contents of the container had not yet been identified, raising concerns […]

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CBN announces $3.5bn gold reserves despite naira’s freefall against US dollar.

Nigeria’s gold reserves have climbed significantly to an estimated value of about $3.5 billion, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in a development that reflects the country’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its external reserves and diversify its financial assets. The increase in gold holdings comes at a time when the naira has been experiencing continued pressure in the foreign exchange market. The gold holdings were accumulated through local sourcing within Nigeria, under a structured initiative that allows the […]

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EFL Championship play-offs to increase to six teams next season.

The play-off system used to determine the final promotion spot from the English Championship is set to undergo a significant expansion beginning next season, following approval by the English Football League (EFL). Under the new arrangement, the number of clubs participating in the post-season play-offs will increase from four to six, creating more opportunities for teams to compete for a place in the Premier League. Traditionally, the top two teams in the Championship standings at the end of the regular […]

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Controversy Trails Federal Government’s Approval of Grid Asset Management Company

Controversy has emerged following the Federal Government’s approval for the establishment of the Grid Asset Management Company to address persistent national grid failures and electricity blackouts in Nigeria. The approval was granted during a meeting of the Federal Executive Council. Announcing the decision after the meeting, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, said the new company would strengthen the electricity transmission value chain. According to him, the government identified the transmission segment as the major challenge in […]

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