Olubadan Appeals for Calm After Ojoo Clash, Urges Peaceful Coexistence
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has appealed for calm following the clash in the Ojoo area of Akinyele Local Government Area of Oyo State.
Troops Told to Shoot Bandits on Sight as Defence Minister Issues Tough Directive
Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (retd.), has directed members of the Armed Forces and other security agencies to immediately engage bandits and terrorists without waiting for further orders.
Hausa, Yoruba Leaders Back Peace Initiative as Oyo Clears Ojoo Shanties
Leaders of the Hausa and Yoruba communities in Ojoo, Akinyele Local Government Area of Oyo State, have reaffirmed their commitment to peaceful coexistence following the violent disturbance that rocked the…
FOSSU Senate Calls for Stronger Security Around Oyo Schools After Ojoo Incident
The Federation of Oyo State Students’ Union (FOSSU) National Senate has expressed deep concern over the unfortunate incident in the Ojoo area of Ibadan, extending its sympathies to all affected…
Senate Approves ₦11tn Customs Revenue Target for 2026
The Senate has approved the Nigeria Customs Service’s proposed revenue target of over ₦11 trillion for the 2026 fiscal year, citing the agency’s impressive performance in 2025.
CBN Warns Nigerians Against Rejecting Standard ₦100 Note
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has warned Nigerians, businesses and financial institutions against rejecting the standard ₦100 banknote, insisting that it remains a valid legal tender nationwide.
President Tinubu Warns CSOs Against Harmful Foreign Funding
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged civil society organisations (CSOs) to prioritise Nigeria’s national interest above external influences, warning against accepting foreign funding capable of undermining the country’s sovereignty and…
VIDEO: Budget Delay Debate Sparks Rowdy Session in House of Representatives
The House of Representatives descended into a rowdy session on Wednesday as lawmakers clashed over a motion on poor budget implementation and delays in releasing funds to Ministries, Departments and…
NNPC Signs Major Gas Deals to Revive Ajaokuta Steel, Boost Industrialisation
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has signed six strategic agreements aimed at accelerating gas-based industrialisation, including a 20-year gas supply deal to support the revival of the…
Governor Adeleke Enrols Osun Monarchs in State Health Insurance Scheme
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has enrolled traditional rulers and their queens in the Osun Health Insurance Scheme (OHIS), reaffirming his administration’s commitment to expanding access to quality and affordable…