Nigeria’s senior men’s national team, the Nigeria national football team, will headline a competitive four-nation invitational tournament in Jordan during the next FIFA international window, with confirmed fixtures against the Iran national football team and hosts, the Jordan national football team.
The tournament presents a strategic opportunity for the Super Eagles to sharpen tactical cohesion…
Nigeria has recorded a significant milestone in HIV prevention with the introduction of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable designed to provide sustained protection against HIV with just two doses per year.
The medication, developed by Gilead Sciences, represents a major scientific advance in the global fight against HIV. Unlike traditional preventive options that require strict daily…
In Benue State, we often speak proudly of our fertile soil and rich agricultural heritage. We are rightly called the food basket of the nation. Yet, beyond crops and grains lies an opportunity many households are still underestimating — goat farming.
If there is one agricultural venture whose return on investment cannot be overstated, it…
For years, road transportation in Benue State mirrored the wider national struggle — unpredictable schedules, ageing vehicles, poor terminal management and limited accountability. For commuters, travel was often endured rather than experienced. Today, however, a quiet but unmistakable transformation is underway. A new culture of structure, safety and service is beginning to redefine how Benue…
In a landmark policy shift set to redefine the educational landscape of the state, the Benue State Government has officially declared free education in all government-owned public schools from Basic One to Basic Nine, reinforcing its commitment to universal access and inclusive learning.
The announcement was made on Friday, 20 February 2026, by the Executive…
Here are the 10 Nigerian states with the highest cost of living based on the January 2026 Consumer Price Index (CPI) data from the National Bureau of Statistics, ranked by year-on-year price increases:
Benue – 22.5 %
Kogi – 21.0 %
Federal Capital Territory (Abuja) – 19.2 %
Adamawa – 19.2 %
Yobe – 19.1…
Nigeria is positioning itself for a defining agricultural breakthrough, setting its sights on tripling national yam yields by 2027 in a determined effort to close a staggering 50-million-tonne supply gap and significantly raise farmer incomes. The move places one of the country’s most culturally revered and economically vital crops at the heart of a broader…
Nigerian Army troops have arrested suspected key suppliers to the terrorist group Boko Haram, recovering a cache of weapons, ammunition and drones in coordinated operations across Adamawa and Borno states.
The arrests, described by military sources as a “major operational breakthrough,” are believed to have dealt a significant blow to the insurgents’ logistics and supply…
The Kano State Hisbah Board has arrested nine Muslims for allegedly eating in public on the first day of Ramadan.
The Deputy Commander of the board, Mujahid Aminudeen, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. According to him, the suspects — comprising seven men and two women — were apprehended after being…
In a significant milestone for Nigeria's counter-terrorism strategy, 117 repentant former terrorists have successfully completed the country's comprehensive Disarmament, Rehabilitation and Reintegration (DRR) programme, marking another phase of progress in the nation's efforts to combat violent extremism through rehabilitation rather than solely punitive measures.
The graduation ceremony represents the continued expansion of Operation Safe Corridor,…
In a move that underscores a strategic blend of governance and grassroots connectivity, , Governor of , has appointed celebrated Nollywood actress as Special Adviser on Public Engagement and Advocacy.
The appointment signals the administration’s commitment to strengthening communication between government and the people, leveraging influential voices to deepen civic participation and amplify…
Nigeria’s goalkeeping hierarchy may be on the verge of a shake-up.
Super Eagles first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali is facing mounting pressure after becoming clubless — a development that has sparked concern among fans and pundits about his grip on the national team’s number one shirt.
At international level, momentum is everything. And for a goalkeeper,…
