Fubara Recalls 1,000 Teachers After Assembly Pressure
Governor Siminalayi Fubara has approved the recall of 1,000 teachers employed in 2023 following pressure from the Rivers State Assembly over poor school conditions. Read the full story.
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Full Scholarship for Rescued Niger, Kebbi Students
An edtech organization offers a two-year full scholarship to students rescued from kidnappings in Niger and Kebbi states, aiming to support their recovery and return to school. This initiative highlights the ongoing education crisis in Northern Nigeria.
Ogun State Health Polytechnic: Courses, Fees, Cut-off 2025
Complete guide to Ogun State Polytechnic of Health and Allied Science (formerly OSCOHTECH). Get details on 2025 courses, school fees, cut-off marks, and admission requirements for aspiring health professionals.
Borno State Scholarship 2025: Apply Now
A complete guide to the Borno State Scholarship for 2025. Learn about eligibility criteria, required documents, the online application process, and key deadlines for various programs.
Defence Minister Badaru Resigns, More FEC Exits Expected
Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru's sudden resignation over health concerns may trigger more cabinet exits. Northern governors and traditional rulers unite to demand state police and a mining suspension. Read the full analysis.
MTN Network Outage Hits Three Northern States
MTN Nigeria alerts customers to a service disruption affecting 2G, 3G, and 4G networks in Kebbi, Zamfara, and Sokoto states due to a fibre cut. Engineers are working to restore connectivity. #MTN #NetworkOutage #Nigeria
Sultan Urges Northern Governors to Heed Public Criticism
Sultan of Sokoto Saad Abubakar III advises Northern governors to use public feedback for better policy. He calls for unity and regular meetings with traditional rulers to tackle insecurity and poverty.
Northern Governors Launch N16bn Monthly Security Fund
Northern governors and traditional rulers have approved a N16bn monthly security trust fund to combat banditry and terrorism. They also urged President Tinubu to suspend mining activities for six months.
Northern Leaders Demand State Police to Fight Insecurity
Northern governors and traditional rulers have declared strong support for state police, citing Nigeria's population boom and inadequate central policing. They urge the Federal Government to fast-track the process.
Northern Governors Warn Region's Future at Risk from Insecurity
Northern governors and traditional rulers issue urgent warning on insecurity after Kaduna meeting. They call for state policing and unity to combat banditry and kidnappings.
Northern Governors, Traditional Rulers Meet on Security, State Police
Northern Governors and traditional rulers met in Kaduna, calling for state police and unity against banditry. They urged an end to ethnic and religious narratives harming national cohesion.
Oyedepo Shares God's Message on Nigeria Insecurity
Bishop David Oyedepo discloses prophetic message about Nigeria's security situation after church attacks and kidnappings. Read fans' mixed reactions to his revelation.
Emergency Call for Zamfara Over Bandit Releases
Human Rights Watchdog demands Tinubu declare state of emergency in Zamfara after Governor Lawal freed 500 inmates, including hardened bandits. Read full details.
SW States Assure Security During Yuletide Season
Joint security stakeholders from Oyo, Ogun, Lagos, and Osun states reassure residents of adequate security during yuletide. Enhanced patrols and intelligence sharing promised.
Bauchi Governor Presents N878bn 2026 Budget
Governor Bala Mohammed presents a N878 billion 2026 budget to the Bauchi State Assembly, focusing on economic and social sectors. The budget sees a 41% increase from 2025.
Southern Governors Establish Zonal Security Fund
Southern Nigerian governors have agreed to create a regional security fund and enhance intelligence sharing to combat rising insecurity. The move aims to strengthen coordinated responses across state lines.
Northern Governors Mourn Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi
Northern Governors Forum led by Gombe's Governor Inuwa Yahaya mourn the passing of centenarian Islamic scholar Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, global Tijjaniyya leader.
Tinubu declares security emergency, supports state police
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders mass recruitment into security forces and supports state police establishment. Southern governors unite on decentralized security approach.
Southern Governors Renew Call for State Police
Southern Governors Forum, meeting in Abeokuta, has intensified the demand for state police as a crucial solution to Nigeria's escalating insecurity. Read their unified stance.
Obasanjo Returns $20k to Fayose After Birthday Row
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has returned $20,000 to ex-Governor Ayo Fayose after their public disagreement during Fayose's 65th birthday celebration in Lagos.
SWDC Gains Governors' Backing for Regional Integration
Southwest governors endorse SWDC's plan for unified economic bloc and coordinated security. Learn how six states will collaborate for development and safety.
Northern Governors Security Meeting on November 29
Northern Nigeria's 19 governors schedule crucial security meeting with traditional rulers in Kaduna to address escalating attacks and kidnappings. Citizens urged to support security agencies.
Omokri: Kanu Should Have Formed Political Party
Reno Omokri suggests Nnamdi Kanu could have used his massive popularity to start a political party and elect governors and senators for peaceful change in Southeast Nigeria.
6 Southwest Governors Make 3 Key Demands from Tinubu
Governors from Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo and Ekiti states have presented three crucial demands to President Tinubu, including state police creation and enhanced security measures to combat regional insecurity.
South-West Governors: State Police Can't Wait
South-West Governors declare state police a national urgency, approve Security Fund & digital platform. They insist decentralizing policing can't be delayed. Read the full communiqué.
SW Governors Meet in Ibadan Over Rising Insecurity
Six Southwest governors convened in Ibadan for emergency security talks following the Eruku church attack in Kwara. Meeting focused on regional safety and economic stability.
US Condemns Mass School Abductions in Northern Nigeria
The United States condemns the mass abductions of over 300 students in Niger and 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi, urging the Tinubu government to swiftly capture the terrorists and protect Christians.
Lamido: PDP Govs Sabotaged My Chairmanship Bid
Former Jigawa governor Sule Lamido alleges PDP governors blocked his national chairman bid over independence concerns. He calls for party reorganization.
50 Abducted Niger School Pupils Escape from Captors
Fifty pupils abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State have escaped captivity and reunited with families. Security efforts continue for remaining victims.
Pope Urges Release of 315 in Nigeria Mass Kidnapping
Pope Leo XIV calls for immediate release of over 300 hostages taken from Nigerian Catholic schools. Learn about the escalating kidnapping crisis and international response.
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