The Federal Executive Council has approved the implementation of a new Exit Benefit Scheme that will grant retiring federal civil servants a gratuity equivalent to 100 per cent of their total annual emolument. The scheme, which will take effect from January 1, 2026, is aimed at strengthening the welfare framework of the federal civil service and ensuring that officers who have served the government for at least 10 years retire […]
Suspected members of the Lakurawa armed group attacked a police checkpoint in the early hours of Thursday at Bakinruwa/Maje in Bagudo Local Government Area of Kebbi State, killing two police officers on duty. Residents said the gunmen stormed the checkpoint in large numbers during the early hours of the morning while the officers were carrying out routine security duties. The attackers reportedly overpowered the policemen before setting fire to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
