CAN praises Uba Sani, commends pilgrimage restoration, road projects
The Kaduna State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has lauded Governor Uba Sani as a responsive leader who has been fulfilling his campaign promises since assuming office. The commendation came from CAN Chairman, Rev. Caleb Ma’aji, on Wednesday during a Ramadan Iftar hosted by the Governor at the Government House, where Christian leaders were also in attendance. Rev....
Iran missile strikes on US oil tanker in Persian Gulf
Iranian state media reported on Thursday that a United States oil tanker was hit by a missile in the Persian Gulf, in what Tehran described as its latest attack targeting the region’s energy sector. According to a statement from Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, the vessel “was hit by a missile in the north of the Persian Gulf” and “is currently on...
MultiChoice to discontinue Showmax after Canal+ takeover
MultiChoice Group has announced plans to discontinue its streaming platform, Showmax, following a strategic review of its digital operations. MultiChoice announced this via a message sent to customers on Thursday, March 5, 2026. The announcement comes about five months after Canal+ Group, a French television company, completed the takeover of the South African pay-TV operator. MultiChoice said the board reached the decision...
Constable recruitment: Police announce date for screening in Lagos
The Lagos State Police Command has announced that the physical and credential screening exercise for applicants in the 2025/2026 recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force will commence on Monday, March 9, 2026. The command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, made this in a statement issued on Thursday, March 5. Adebisi said the screening would run daily from 7:00 a.m. between March 9...
Seven students arrested after violent clash at Ikija High School
Authorities in Ogun State have arrested seven students following a violent incident at Ikija High School, Iberekodo. The school principal, Mrs. Fadoju Oluwaseyi, said the disturbance occurred at about 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, when a disagreement between two 17-year-old students, Abdul Lateef Musad and Yusuf Taofeek, escalated into a full-blown brawl. The altercation quickly triggered wider unrest, with students reportedly stoning...
Plateau communities applaud Mutfwang as 70 new transformers spark economic revival
Gratitude and renewed optimism filled communities across Plateau State on Wednesday as Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang commissioned 70 new electricity transformers, an intervention hailed as a lifeline for local businesses and grassroots economic growth. Speaking on behalf of the beneficiary communities, Da Gufwar Ishaku Audu described the initiative as a timely boost that would restore productivity and opportunity in areas...
FEC approves 100% gratuity for retiring federal civil servants
The Federal Executive Council has approved a new exit benefit scheme that will grant retiring federal civil servants a gratuity equivalent to 100 per cent of their total annual emolument. The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by its Director of Press and Public Relations,...
Gunmen shoot farmer, kidnap wife in Akure
A farmer, Adesida Daniel, has been shot, while his wife was abducted by gunmen in Akure, the capital of Ondo State. The Ondo State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, confirmed the incident on Thursday. Jimoh said the incident occurred along Oda Road in Akure at about 8:45 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Jimoh stated: “The command strongly condemns the...
Tax reforms will cut poverty, end multiple levies — Shettima
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has said the Federal Government’s planned tax reforms will eliminate the burden of multiple levies on small businesses and help reduce poverty across the country. Shettima spoke on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during an interfaith breaking of fast for Ramadan and Lent held at the State House in Abuja. The event was attended by members of...
Court dismisses NDLEA’s non-declaration of assets case against Abba Kyari, brothers
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday dismissed a case filed by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency against suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, and his two brothers over alleged non-declaration of assets. Justice James Omotosho discharged and acquitted Kyari and his younger brothers, Mohammed Kyari and Ali Kyari, ruling that the prosecution failed to prove the...
