Federal Government to Settle Unpaid Wage Awards for Civil Servants by August 15
The Federal Government has pledged to pay outstanding wage awards to civil servants by August 15, successfully averting a strike following negotiations with the JNPSNC.
August 5, 2026
Aba Businesses and Residents Suffer Financial Strain Following Two-Week Blackout
Aba residents and business owners are reporting significant financial losses due to a persistent two-week power outage caused by gas supply failures.
August 5, 2026
Kwara State Confirms Release of 176 Abductees
A total of 176 people taken during a violent February raid in Kwara State have been freed, according to local government officials.
August 5, 2026
Plateau Police Detain Additional Suspect in Ibrahim Mbaya Murder Case
Plateau State police have arrested a fifth suspect, 24-year-old Yusuf Christopher Beskeni, for his alleged role in the mob killing of UNIJOS graduate Ibrahim Mbaya.
August 5, 2026
Makinde and Obi Criticize Nigerian Leadership; Methodist Church Demands Action on National Security and Economy
Governor Seyi Makinde and Peter Obi identified poor leadership as the primary obstacle to Nigerian progress during the Methodist Church Nigeria’s biennial conference, while the Church urged the government to combat rising insecurity and economic hardship.
August 5, 2026
Dangote Refinery Lowers Fuel Prices for Petrol and Diesel
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has slashed the ex-depot prices of petrol and diesel to improve fuel affordability and support Nigeria's economic stability.
August 5, 2026
Erica Meg Parkinson Earns England Under-20 World Cup Training Call-up
North Carolina Courage midfielder Erica Meg Parkinson has been selected for England's final training camp ahead of the Under-20 Women's World Cup in Poland.
August 5, 2026
Atiku Labels Tinubu a Threat to Economic Stability Over $4.5 Billion Loan Plan
Atiku Abubakar has attacked the government's plan to refinance a $4.5 billion oil-backed loan, accusing President Tinubu of jeopardizing Nigeria's financial future.
August 5, 2026
Crystal Palace finalizing Tomiyasu deal and evaluating Solly March
Crystal Palace are closing in on a free transfer for defender Takehiro Tomiyasu and have expressed interest in signing winger Solly March.
August 5, 2026
Osun Gubernatorial Poll: 15,000 Officers Mobilized for Security Duty
Nigeria Police Force mobilizes 15,000 personnel for the Osun governorship election, warning that electoral offenders will face prosecution in Abuja.
August 5, 2026