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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has condemned the reported blockade of Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi by youths in Benue State. Obi was reportedly stopped from proceeding to Yelwata in Guma Local Government Area, where he planned to visit families affected by the June 2025 attacks in the community. The incident sparked controversy, with Obi and his party alleging that the youths were sponsored, while the […]

The Nigerian Army has reshuffled its senior leadership, redeploying several generals to key command and operational positions. The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, approved the postings to strengthen the Army’s operational effectiveness and response to security challenges across the country. Major General IA Ajose has been appointed Theatre Commander of the Joint Task Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI. Major General AM Umar becomes Commandant of the […]