APC denies viral report on 2027 nomination form prices
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has debunked a widely circulated report claiming the party has released the prices for its expression of interest and nomination forms ahead of the 2027 general elections. A graphic shared on social media on Friday alleged that presidential aspirants would be required to pay N200 million, while those vying for state assembly seats would pay...
Man flogged to death for raping 10-year-old girl in Bayelsa
A 47-year-old man, Emi Sigah, has died after being flogged over the alleged rape of a 10-year-old girl in the Ekeowe community of southern Ijaw, Bayelsa State. Sigah was said to have allegedly ambushed and assaulted the girl in a bush while she was returning from a farm with her aunt on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. In line with local customs,...
Proposed health reforms threaten standards — AMLSN
The Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) has strongly opposed a new health reform bill before the National Assembly, warning that its passage could destabilise healthcare delivery, weaken regulatory standards, and ignite fresh inter-professional conflict in the sector. The contentious proposal—Executive Bill HB:2701 and its Senate counterpart—seeks major amendments to the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)...
FRSC promotes 120 senior officers nationwide
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has promoted 120 senior officers to higher ranks in a move aimed at strengthening leadership capacity and enhancing institutional performance. The Acting Corps Public Education Officer, Felicia Kalu, made this known via a statement issued on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Kalu said the promotion, approved by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, takes...
Teenager found dead at UI swimming pool
The Oyo State Police Command has begun an investigation into the cause of death of a teenage boy found in the University of Ibadan (UI) swimming pool. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, made this known in a statement issued on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Olayinka said information gathered from the UI Chief Security Officer revealed that the body of the...
Troops bust trafficking cell, save six in Benue
Troops of Sector 1 under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have apprehended a suspected human trafficker and rescued six victims during a coordinated operation in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State. According to a military source, the operation was launched after troops received credible intelligence indicating that a network of human traffickers was operating within the Alaide community. Acting swiftly...
Lagos arrests 17 for illegal activities on pedestrian bridges
The Lagos State Government has apprehended 17 individuals for engaging in illegal activities on pedestrian bridges along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced the arrests in a statement on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Saturday. He said the enforcement exercise took place between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m., covering the stretch from...
Tiger Woods leaves hospital after US car crash
Golf superstar Tiger Woods has been involved in a car crash in Florida, United States. There was no immediate word on Woods' condition following the incident in Jupiter Island on Friday. NBC local news affiliate WPTV showed a picture of the crash scene showing a sports utility vehicle flipped onto its side. He was also seen leaving hospital on Saturday. News of...
Inter Miami name stand after Messi
A spectator stand at Inter Miami's new stadium is to be named in honour of Argentine superstar and club captain Lionel Messi. Inter Miami announced this in a statement issued on Friday. The Major League Soccer (MLS) side said the club's new 26,700-seat arena, to be known as Nu Stadium, would include the "Leo Messi Stand" when it hosts its first...
APC extends Ekiti, Osun caretaker committees’ tenure
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has approved a six-month tenure extension for the party’s Caretaker Committee Executives in Ekiti and Osun States. The approval was announced at the APC National Convention in Abuja on Friday, March 27, 2026. The decision, the party said, was to ensure administrative continuity and stability ahead of upcoming gubernatorial cycles in the states. Moving the motion for...
