Month: June 2026
1995 posts
TCN Re-energizes Benin–Egbin 330kV Power Line Following Grid Fault
The Transmission Company of Nigeria has successfully returned the Benin–Egbin 330kV line to service following a major power disturbance that impacted Lagos.
Suspected Bandits Attack Security Team Linked to Sunday Igboho in Oyo Forest
A security team associated with Sunday Igboho was ambushed by suspected bandits in the Old Oyo National Park, leaving multiple members injured during a counter-kidnapping operation.
Nigeria Aims for Perfect EITI Validation Rating by 2026
Nigeria's NEITI leadership is working toward achieving a perfect 100 percent score in the 2026 EITI validation to boost investor confidence and ensure transparency.
National Park Service confirms Reflecting Pool liner damaged by blade
National Park Service records indicate the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool liner was intentionally cut, with officials planning repairs following Independence Day festivities.
Taiwo Oyedele: Proper Tax Framework Is Key to Nigeria’s Major Progress
Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele asserts that Nigeria can reach significant developmental milestones by reforming its tax system to focus on equity and base expansion rather than tax hikes.
Rev. Dachomo Urges Trump to Halt Targeted Violence Against Christians in Plateau
Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo has called for U.S. intervention to address what he terms a systematic genocide against Christians in Plateau State, following the murder of 22 villagers in Bokkos.
UBA CEO Urges Banking Industry to Strengthen AI Oversight
United Bank for Africa CEO Oliver Alawuba and ACAEBIN leaders advocate for enhanced AI governance and cybersecurity measures to protect the banking sector's future.
Military saves three hostages and pursues kidnappers in Plateau State
Military personnel rescued three individuals from kidnappers in Plateau State and are now hunting for two other victims who were taken during the same event.
Anambra pair detained for child maltreatment
A husband and wife have been remanded in custody for allegedly abusing a 10-year-old, while police investigate a separate incident involving an imposter at an Anambra hospital.
Over 1.6 Million Seek 30,000 Federal Paramilitary Positions
Over 1.6 million people have applied for 30,000 job openings across Nigerian paramilitary agencies, with officials enforcing a strictly merit-based selection process.