“Living History” not on approved textbook list, says Education ministry
The Federal Ministry of Education has debunked reports claiming that a history textbook “Living History” was approved for use in Nigerian schools. The ministry made the clarification in a statement in Abuja by its Director, Press and Public Relations, Folasade Boriowo. She said the book was neither approved nor recommended for use by the […]
Lagos warns tanker, truck operators against over speeding
The Lagos State Government has warned all operators of articulated vehicles, tankers, and trucks to comply with traffic laws and speed limits. The Special Adviser to Gov. Babajibe Sanwo-Olu on Transportation, Mr Sola Giwa, gave the warning in a statement on Sunday in Lagos. He was reacting to a crash due to over […]
No nation can thrive without investment in youths, Tinubu declares
President Bola Tinubu has said that no nation could thrive without deliberate investment in its youths. The President who was speaking through the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Sa’id-Ahmad, said Nigerians should not lack quality education due to financial limitations. Tinubu made the disclosure at the 34th Convocation ceremony and 43rd […]
Onitsha traders reopen shops
Traders at the Onitsha Main Market have resumed business. This is coming after a week shutdown by the Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo. This is coming amid heightened security measures and warnings against compliance with non-state actors, Indigenous People of Biafra sit-at-home orders. The market, which was ordered closed by Soludo after reports suggested […]
Yusuf makes another fresh appointments
Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State has approved fresh appointments and promotions. The appointments which are to key government agencies are to take effect immediately. This is contained in a statement by his Spokesperson Sanusi Bature, in Kano on Monday. According to him, the key appointments included Abubakar Matawalle as Acting Director-General, Kano State […]
Insecurity: Kwara reopens schools
The Kwara State Government has announced Monday, February 2, 2026, for the reopening of all schools hitherto closed due to security challenges in parts of the state. This is contained in a statement by the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Dr Lawal Olohungbebe on Sunday in Ilorin. Olohungbebe said that the decision […]
Wizkid, Burna Boy, Asake to headline Afro Nation 2026 in Portugal
Afrobeats superstars Wizkid, Burna Boy and Asake have been confirmed as headliners for the highly anticipated Afro Nation 2026 festival in Portugal, organisers have announced. According to the festival’s official announcement on X-@Afro Nation,the 2026 edition promises a powerful lineup that blends established legacies with exciting new voices on the global music scene. The […]
My successor will emerge from my camp, Makinde declares
Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has said that though his tenure ends in May 2027, members of his team were poised to continue the good work in the state in different capacities. He stated this on Sunday at the Thanksgiving Service held at the Cathedral of St Peter’s, Aremo, Ibadan, to mark the […]
PDP will overcome its challenges, wax stronger, Ortom tells supporters
The immediate past governor of Benue, Chief Samuel Ortom, has said the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) will overcome its challenges and urged supporters to remain steadfast with the party. He gave the charge on Sunday when his former aides paid him a solidarity visit at his Makurdi residence. The former governor said the party […]
FG to arraign suspects in Benue killings
The Federal Government will on Monday, February 2, 2026, arraign suspects linked to the recent killings in Yelwata, Benue State. This is contained in a statement by the Senior Assistant to the Minister of Justice, Kamarudeen Ogundele, his S.A on Communication and Publicity. The suspects, the ministry said will be arraigned before Justice Joyce […]
