Minister hails release of Niger school pupils
Minister commends President Tinubu's leadership in securing freedom for all 280 abducted pupils and staff of St. Mary's School in Niger State after a month-long ordeal. Read the full story.
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Pope Leo XIV's First Christmas: Mass, Message & Change
Pope Leo XIV led his inaugural Christmas Mass in St. Peter's Square, addressing thousands. He called for a global Christmas truce and marked a shift in papal style. Read the full story.
US Nursing Home Explosion Kills 2, Traps Residents
A massive explosion at a Pennsylvania nursing home sparked a deadly fire, killing at least two and trapping elderly residents. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
Lagos to Regulate Informal Spaces Under New Plan
Lagos State Government announces decisive steps to regulate informal spaces like road setbacks and under-bridge areas. Commissioner Dr. Oluyinka Olumide outlines plan for safety and sustainable urban growth. Read more.
Book: Transport Services Drive Africa's Economic Growth
A new book argues Africa must shift focus from building infrastructure to managing transport services to boost productivity and investment. Experts warn poor service delivery hurts urban competitiveness.
Abia's Free Christmas Buses: Otti Fulfills Transport Promise
Governor Alex Otti fulfills his pledge, releasing over 20 free buses to transport Abia indigenes from Lagos & Abuja home for Christmas 2025. Includes free urban transit and new electric buses.
Last Batch of Kidnapped Nigerian Pupils Rescued
The final 130 children from the St. Mary's school mass abduction have been handed over to authorities. Read the full details on the rescue and Nigeria's ongoing security challenges.
NITP Urges Review of Abuja Master Plan for Orderly Growth
The Nigerian Institute of Town Planners urges FCT officials to strictly implement and update the 1979 Abuja Master Plan to prevent urban chaos and ensure sustainable development. Read more.
Lagos, NIOB Partner on Physical Planning and Development
Lagos State Government commits to collaboration with NIOB to enforce building standards, ensure safety, and promote sustainable urban growth. Learn about the new regulatory push.
130 More Kidnapped Niger Pupils Released
Nigerian authorities secure release of 130 Catholic schoolchildren kidnapped in November. All captives now free, ending a weeks-long crisis that revived memories of Chibok.
MAGGI & Qing Madi Release Heartfelt Christmas Anthem
MAGGI's surprise Christmas anthem with Qing Madi & Loud Urban Choir, 'Taste of Christmas,' perfectly captures the nostalgia, food, and family warmth of a Nigerian December. Watch the video and get inspired.
Lagos Demolishes Mile 12, Leaves Thousands Homeless
Lagos State government demolishes homes, a hospital, and a school in Mile 12, rendering thousands homeless. Residents decry lack of notice and relocation plans. #LagosDemolition #Mile12
LOUD Choir's Afrobeats Christmas Concert in Lagos Dec 22
LOUD Urban Choir will stage a festive concert at Eko Hotel on Dec 22, 2025, blending traditional choral music with contemporary African sounds. Experience a new Christmas tradition.
Unified Land-Use Plan to Curb Urban Chaos, Demolitions
Urban planners propose a unified land-use classification system with 208 subclasses to tackle Nigeria's urban chaos and contentious demolitions. Learn how this framework aims to modernize planning.
NSC Chief: Nigeria Must Remove Barriers to Regional Trade
NSC CEO Pius Akutah urges Nigeria to become a maritime hub, detailing reforms in ports, dry ports, transit parks & dispute resolution saving billions. A must-read for business.
Syrian migrant hailed as hero after stopping Bondi attack
Ahmed al Ahmed, a Syrian fruit seller, is a global hero after disarming a gunman in Australia's Bondi Beach shooting. His hometown in Syria celebrates his bravery. Read his inspiring story.
FG Takes Over N47bn Abandoned Kano Road Project
The Federal Government has approved N47 billion to reconstruct the long-abandoned 6.7km Wuju-Wuju Jakara road in Kano, a project started in 2013. Read more about this major infrastructure revival.
Trump Classifies Fentanyl as Weapon of Mass Destruction
US President Donald Trump signs an executive order classifying illicit fentanyl as a 'weapon of mass destruction.' Read the full details and potential global implications here.
Lagos Launches New Towns to Ease Population Pressure
Lagos State government explains new town development is a critical response to intense population pressure and infrastructure strain. Commissioner Oluyinka Olumide details plans for orderly expansion and climate-resilient communities. Read more.
12 Killed in South African Bar Shooting, Children Victims
A tragic mass shooting at an unlicensed bar near Pretoria leaves 12 dead, including three children. Read the full report on the attack and official responses.
Macron Vows Stronger Cooperation with Nigeria After Kidnappings
French President Macron commits to strengthening security partnership with Nigeria following a surge in mass abductions, including over 300 school children. Read more.
Kidnapping Fears Fracture Nigeria's Rural-Urban Family Bonds
Fear of banditry and kidnapping is tearing apart family and social bonds in Nigeria, forcing separations and disrupting traditions. Read how communities are coping.
12 killed in South Africa hostel shooting
Gunmen stormed an illegal bar in a Pretoria hostel, killing 12 people, including three children. Police link the tragedy to unlicensed liquor outlets.
ETO boosts agri-exports by 464%, expands to 5 states
Truck Transit Parks' ETO platform has increased agricultural exports by over 464% since 2021. It plans expansion to five more states and new tech to cut port delays in 2026.
Sucee's Afro-Urban Fusion Redefines African Music
Afro-urban artist Sucee blends genres to transform music. Discover how his unique sound, rooted in Delta State, aims to make him Africa's greatest urban rapper.
Africa Real Estate Festival Set for Accra in April 2026
Ghana will host the inaugural Africa Real Estate Festival (AREF) in April 2026. The event themed 'Innovation Meets Identity' aims to shape the continent's urban future. Read more.
Pakistani Man Arrested with Guns, Planned Mass Shooting
A Pakistani immigrant was arrested in the US with a car full of guns, planning a mass shooting for 'martyrdom'. Read the shocking details of the foiled plot.
Enugu Plans 5 New Transport Terminals to Boost Economy
Governor Peter Mbah unveils a N1.62 trillion budget for 2026, prioritizing transport infrastructure with five new terminals and 2,000 city taxis to stimulate Enugu's economic growth.
Burna Boy to Pay Funeral Costs for Stockton Shooting Kids
Nigerian superstar Burna Boy steps up to cover funeral expenses for four children killed in a California mass shooting. Read about his emotional response and the tragic incident details.
Lady to Marry Man She Met After Leaving Boyfriend's House
A Nigerian lady's journey from Lagos to Abuja led to a surprise proposal from a stranger. She said yes to the man she met after visiting her boyfriend. Watch the viral video.
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