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Enugu Governor Peter Mbah, Lawmakers, and State EXCO Set to Join APC on Tuesday
The political landscape in Enugu State is set for a major realignment as Governor Peter Mbah, alongside members of the State Executive Council, lawmakers, and key political figures, will officially defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
Alake: I’ve Been Receiving Threats Over Revocation of Mining Licences
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has disclosed that he has been receiving threats following the Federal Government’s revocation of 1,263 mineral licences belonging to operators who defaulted on the payment of mandatory annual service fees.
UNILAG Launches 9-Month Professional Diploma in Election Monitoring and Administration
In a bid to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic processes, the University of Lagos (UNILAG), through its Human Resources Development Centre (HRDC), has unveiled a nine-month professional diploma programme in Election Monitoring and Administration.
NELFUND Reopens Student Loan Portal for Final 48-Hour Window
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the reopening of its student loan verification portal for a final 48-hour period, to allow tertiary institutions yet to complete their student verification exercise to do so.
CAF Rule Twist Offers Nigeria Fresh Hope in World Cup Qualifiers
A recent development in the CAF 2026 World Cup Qualifiers has opened a new window of opportunity for Nigeria’s Super Eagles, following Eritrea’s withdrawal from the tournament.
YKK celebrates International Day Of The Girl Child, distributes sanitary pads to students in Oregun High School
As part of efforts to promote girl-child welfare and advance grassroots impact, the Councillor representing Ward E, Oregun, and Deputy Leader of the Onigbongbo Legislative Arm, Hon. (Mrs.) Khadijah K. Dosunmu, popularly known as YKK, has distributed free sanitary pads to female students of Oregun High School in commemoration of the 2025 International Day of the Girl Child.
President Tinubu Pledges Support for Youth Innovation Programmes
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his confidence in the limitless creativity and innovative capacity of Nigerian youths, underscoring his administration’s deliberate policies and programmes designed to harness the ingenuity of the young people.
First Lady Celebrates International Day of the Girl Child
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu has joined the rest of the world in celebrating the girl child in her message in commemoration of the day, recognized globally every October 11, Mrs Tinubu said all female children must be valued by their parents and the society at large.
Super Eagles revive World Cup hopes with 2-1 win over Lesotho
The Super Eagles moved a step closer to 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification after edging Lesotho 2-1 at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, on Friday in a match that could prove decisive for Nigeria’s campaign.
Customs seize N1.9bn hard drugs, expired flour at Seme border
The Nigeria Customs Service, Seme Area Command, on Thursday said it had seized various contraband items, including illicit drugs and expired flour from Egypt, worth N1.99bn between September 1 and October 9, 2025, along the Lagos–Abidjan Corridor.