US Drone Strikes Target ISIS in Northwest Nigeria
Nigeria confirms US used drone-launched missiles in Christmas Day strikes against ISIS militants. Details emerge on Sokoto and Kwara state operations. Full story here.
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Kano Bans Cash Tax Payments from January 2026
Kano State will enforce digital-only tax payments from 2026 to curb revenue leakages. Experts urge public embrace of reforms for economic growth. Learn more.
Aiyedatiwa Preaches Love, Tolerance for Christmas in Ondo
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa calls for love, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence among residents in his 2025 Christmas message, emphasizing collective responsibility for state development.
Cross River Governor Otu Signs N961bn 2026 Budget
Governor Bassey Otu has signed the N961 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, focusing on infrastructure, education, and healthcare. The budget promises social stability and shared prosperity for Cross River State.
Diesel Prices Drop 2.57% Year-on-Year in Nigeria
NBS data shows a 2.57% year-on-year drop in diesel prices for November 2025. Discover which states paid the most and least for AGO.
Adamawa Governor Fintiri pardons farmer on death row
Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has granted a state pardon to farmer Sunday Jackson, who was sentenced to death for killing a herder. The decision, part of Christmas clemency, sparked jubilation in Yola. Read the full story.
US Lawmaker Reacts to Pardon of Nigerian Farmer
US Rep. Riley M. Moore commends the release of Sunday Jackson, pardoned by Adamawa Governor after a decade on death row for a self-defence killing. Read the full story.
Governor Fintiri Pardons Farmer After US Outcry
Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri pardons Sunday Jackson, a farmer on death row. The move follows US advocacy over alleged Christian persecution in Nigeria. Read the full story.
Kano Governor Yusuf Unveils Neighbourhood Watch Corps
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf launches a 2,000-member Neighbourhood Watch to combat crime, advocates for state police as a lasting solution to insecurity. Read the full story.
Bago signs Niger's N1.07 trillion 2026 budget
Governor Umaru Bago has enacted Niger State's N1.073 trillion 2026 budget, with over N783bn for capital projects. Nasarawa Assembly also passes N545.2bn appropriation bill. Read the details.
Adamawa Governor Pardons Farmer Sentenced to Death
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has pardoned farmer Sunday Jackson, sentenced to death for killing a herder in self-defence in 2015. Read the full story of this national debate.
Kaduna 2026 Budget: Education Leads with 25% of N985.9bn
Governor Uba Sani signs Kaduna's N985.9bn 2026 budget, prioritizing education with 25%. See the full sectoral breakdown and focus on grassroots projects.
Kwara's N644bn 2026 Budget Presented to Assembly
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq presents a N644bn 2026 budget to Kwara State House of Assembly, focusing 65.98% on capital projects for growth. Read the full details.
Tinubu's Christmas Holiday Plans Across Three States
President Bola Tinubu will spend Christmas in Borno, Bauchi, and Lagos. The trip includes project commissions, a wedding, and cultural festivals. Get the full itinerary and reasons here.
Tennessee Governor Pardons Singer Jelly Roll
Country music star Jelly Roll receives a full pardon from Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, clearing his felony record. Read about his redemption journey and what this means for his future.
Fuel Tanker Crash, Explosion Rocks Benin-Auchi Road
A petrol tanker crash and explosion on the Benin-Auchi road in Edo State has led to multiple fatalities and widespread fire damage. Get the latest details on this tragic incident.
Oborevwori Signs N1.729 Trillion 2026 Budget Into Law
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has signed the N1.729 trillion 2026 budget, a 70% increase focused on capital projects. He also enacted laws on social investment, education, and security.
Okpebholo presents ₦939.85bn 2026 budget to Edo Assembly
Governor Monday Okpebholo presents a ₦939.85 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill focused on security, infrastructure, and job creation. See the full breakdown of Edo State's 'Budget of Hope and Growth'.
PDP Slams Supreme Court on Rivers Emergency Ruling
The Peoples Democratic Party warns that the Supreme Court's stance on Tinubu's Rivers State emergency declaration threatens Nigeria's democracy. Read the full details and public reactions.
PDP Calls for State of Emergency in Kwara
Kwara PDP demands a state of emergency and governor's suspension over bandits' allegations of state sponsorship. Read the full details and government's rebuttal.
Fubara Boosts Education Funding in Rivers State
Governor Siminalayi Fubara pledges enhanced funding for RSU & schools, focusing on infrastructure & security. 13,242 students graduated. Read his full vision for education.
Friday Osanebi Donates ₦1bn for Delta Christmas Celebrations
Former Delta Deputy Speaker Friday Osanebi releases ₦1 billion for Christmas support to Deltans. The massive donation includes food items and cash to ease economic hardship. Read details of the distribution and a related crime update.
Daughter of Ibadan G.O., JCI President Kidnapped
Ibukun Otesile, 2025 JCI Ibadan Elite President and daughter of Jesus Is King Ministries G.O., was kidnapped in Akobo. Police confirm investigation as CAN calls for urgent action.
Rivers Assembly Speaker, 16 Members Defect to APC
Rivers State House of Assembly Speaker Martin Amaewhule and 16 other lawmakers defect from PDP to APC, citing irreconcilable party division. This major shift alters the state's political landscape. Read the full details and implications.
Rivers Speaker, 15 Lawmakers Join APC
Martin Amaewhule, Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, and 15 other PDP members defect to the APC, citing party crisis ahead of 2027 elections.
Jigawa State Scholarship 2025: Apply Now
Complete guide to the Jigawa State Scholarship for 2025. Learn eligibility, required documents, the online application process, and tips to secure financial aid for your studies. Apply before December 30th!
Minna Kidnap Victim, 13, Rescued in Gombe After Escape
Niger State Police rescue Saifullahi Daddi, 13, who escaped his abductors after being taken from Minna market. The boy was found wandering in Gombe State. Contact police for details.
5 Kidnapped Rivers University Students Rescued Unhurt
Five Rivers State University students kidnapped from Emohua have been rescued unharmed. Police and community leaders collaborated in a successful operation. Read the full story.
Rivers Assembly Attacks Fubara Over Poor School Conditions
Fresh political tension erupts in Rivers State as lawmakers accuse Governor Siminalayi Fubara of neglecting public schools. Get the full details on the latest clash.
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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