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Northern Christian Association Demands Answers on Religious Funding Gap
The Northern Christian Association is pressing the Federal Government to justify a N8.05 billion funding discrepancy between mosque and church projects in the 2026 budget.
Dozens feared dead following boat accident in Jigawa State
A boat carrying women and children capsized in Jigawa State, leaving about 40 people missing and prompting an active search and rescue mission.
Six Minors Perish in Adamawa Lightning Strike
Six children died after being struck by lightning while working on a farm in Ganye, Adamawa State, during a heavy rainstorm on Saturday.
Nigerian Federal Government Initiates Removal of Tuition for Technical Colleges
The Nigerian government is working to eliminate tuition fees at Federal Technical Colleges to improve access to vocational training, as officials oversee a merit-based admission process following recent national entrance exams.
Nigeria Holds Global FIFA Ranking but Loses Continental Position
The Super Eagles hold steady at 26th worldwide but fall to fourth in Africa following updates to the latest FIFA rankings.
Atiku Urges Federal Government to Reject Import-Dependent Policies in Favor of Industrialization
Atiku Abubakar calls for an urgent shift toward domestic production and industrialization, criticizing current government policies for relying on imports and fueling economic decline.
Displaced Michael Okpara University employees claim illegal replacement of staff
Displaced Michael Okpara University of Agriculture workers are seeking federal intervention, claiming 127 staff were unjustly fired and replaced by university officials.
House of Representatives Opens Inquiry into Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council
The House of Representatives has formed a committee to investigate the legal status and budgetary inclusion of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council.
Abuja Federal High Court Imposes Life Sentences on Ansaru Terrorist Leaders
A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced two senior Ansaru members to life imprisonment after they pleaded guilty to a 32-count terrorism charge brought by the DSS.
Legal challenge mounts against incoming NBA leadership inauguration
A group of lawyers has filed a motion at the Abuja Federal High Court to halt the upcoming inauguration of the newly elected NBA leadership, citing procedural irregularities and concerns regarding the electronic voting process.