The Federal Government, state governments, and local government councils have shared a total of ₦2.036 trillion as revenue for March 2026. The allocation was approved at the April 2026 meeting of the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) held in Abuja, according to a statement from the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation. The…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Saheed Ademola Elegushi, the Elegushi of Ikate-Elegushi Kingdom in Lagos State, on the occasion of his 50th birthday. In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised the monarch’s leadership and his contributions to community development. Tinubu highlighted Oba Elegushi’s ability to blend tradition with…
President Bola Tinubu has revealed that France will support Nigeria with military equipment and training following a recent phone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron. The President made this known during a meeting with state governors in Lagos, noting that the agreement was reached after extensive discussions with Macron. He explained that Nigeria is ready to utilise its diplomatic goodwill…
Panic has gripped Ozoro, headquarters of Isoko North Local Government Area in Delta State, following the assault of several women and female students during a recent traditional festival. Many students, particularly females, are reportedly fleeing the community over fears of further attacks. The incident occurred after the controversial Alue-Do festival, where disturbing viral videos showed groups of…
Security will be significantly increased in and around Windsor Castle next week as King Charles III hosts President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu on March 18–19. The visit represents the highest level of diplomatic engagement the British monarchy can offer. Thames Valley Police announced that extensive security measures will be in effect across…
French media company Canal+ has announced plans to inject €100 million into African pay-TV operator MultiChoice Group, the parent company of DStv and GOtv, in an effort to restore growth. The financial support was disclosed in Canal+’s 2025 financial results released on Wednesday, following the company’s acquisition of MultiChoice late last year. According to the…
The Federal Ministry of Works has announced a temporary diversion of traffic on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway to enable urgent repairs on the Kara Bridge, outbound Lagos. In a statement signed by Ogun State’s Federal Controller of Works, Olayiwola Komolafe, the ministry confirmed that maintenance work to replace damaged expansion joints will begin on Tuesday, March…
The abducted traditional ruler of Ndufu-Alike community in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Ezeogo Francis Igwe, has been killed by his abductors, police confirmed. Igwe, who is the father of former Ebonyi State Deputy Governor Kelechi Igwe, was kidnapped on Sunday, March 1, 2026, while travelling to church in the Ndufu-Alike community. Armed men on…
The House of Representatives Committee on Disability has launched an investigation into the procurement activities and project implementation of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities following allegations of financial mismanagement raised by members of the disability community. The decision was announced on Thursday during an investigative hearing held at the National Assembly Complex in…
Senator Barinada Mpigi, who represented Rivers South-East Senatorial District in the Senate, has passed away at the age of 64. Family members and close associates confirmed that he died after a brief illness. As of the time of filing this report, further details regarding the cause and circumstances of his death had not been disclosed….
