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Arik Air Jet Makes Precautionary Emergency Diversion to Benin After Mid-Air Engine Anomaly

KEY POINTS An Arik Air Lagos–Port Harcourt flight diverted safely to Benin after pilots detected abnormal engine readings mid-air. The crew shut down the affected engine and landed without incident; no injuries were reported. The NSIB has launched a formal investigation, with a preliminary...

Tinubu Nominates Former Envoy Ismail Yusuf as NAHCON Chairman

KEY POINTS President Tinubu has nominated former ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf as NAHCON chairman and CEO. The appointment requires Senate confirmation, with a request sent to Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Yusuf will replace Abdullahi Usman, who resigned after about 14 months in office President Bola...

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Troops Dismantle Seven Illegal Refineries, Foil ₦98 Million Oil Theft

Troops destroyed illegal refinery sites and seized stolen crude worth over ₦98 million in a major Niger Delta operation.

FG Accused of Insincerity in Talks With University Staff

ASUU at University of Ibadan accuses the federal government of failing to honour collective bargaining in universities despite repeated agreements.

Nigeria Leads Sub-Saharan Africa in 2026 University Rankings

Nigeria leads Sub-Saharan Africa in the 2026 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, with 24 institutions making the global list

Court Rules Nnamdi Kanu Fit to Face Trial

A medical panel from the Nigerian Medical Association has declared Nnamdi Kanu fit for trial, ruling that his ailment poses no life-threatening risk

Army, Family Clash Over Killing of Civilian in Delta

The killing of Ugochukwu Oghenekaro in Delta State has sparked outrage as his family accuses the Army of a cover-up and plans legal action.

Obi, ADC, Dickson Condemn Growing Wave of Defections to APC

Peter Obi, ADC, and Seriake Dickson criticize mass defections to APC, warning that the moves threaten Nigeria’s democracy and reduce political competition.

Nancy Mace Says Christians in Nigeria Face Genocide

Rep. Nancy Mace says killings of Christians in Nigeria amount to genocide. Tinubu rejects the claim, calling it exaggerated and divisive.

ASUU Strike: NLC Condemns Tinubu No Work No Pay Policy

NLC rejects the no work no pay policy. Joe Ajaero says unpaid entitlements, not staff, cause ongoing strikes across the education sector.

Faduri Slams Tinubu’s Presidential Pardons Over Justice Concerns

Faduri warns that Tinubu’s presidential pardons for convicts of serious crimes could erode justice, security, and trust in governance.

Nigeria Issues ₦4 Trillion Bond to Clear Power Sector Debt

Nigeria rolls out a ₦4 trillion bond to settle GenCos’ arrears, restore electricity market stability, and revive investor confidence in the power sector

NANS Gives ASUU, FG Seven Days to End Dispute

NANS gives ASUU ultimatum to end its dispute with the Federal Government, warning that another strike could cripple Nigeria’s academic calendar

FG Urges Nigerians to Reject False Narratives About Country

FG calls on Nigerians to reject false narratives about Nigeria and shape a stronger, more accurate national image.

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Arik Air Jet Makes Precautionary Emergency Diversion to Benin After Mid-Air Engine Anomaly

KEY POINTS An Arik Air Lagos–Port Harcourt flight diverted safely to Benin after pilots...

Tinubu Nominates Former Envoy Ismail Yusuf as NAHCON Chairman

KEY POINTS President Tinubu has nominated former ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf as NAHCON chairman...

Senate Warns Against Delays, Demands Full Release of Defence Funds

KEY POINTS The Senate has warned that delays in implementing the defence budget could...

Nigeria’s Capital Importation Surges 75% to $21 Billion in First Ten Months of 2025

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s capital importation soared to $21 billion in the first ten months...