Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi has come under intense scrutiny following a directive that bars male and female students from standing together during the holy month of Ramadan — with an extraordinary threat to “marry” violators under Islamic rites. In a circular dated 25 February 2026 and signed by the institution’s Registrar and Secretary to Council, Kamisu…

The (NAPTIP) has commenced moves to investigate allegations of child sexual abuse and misconduct linked to a daycare facility reportedly owned by the mother of popular Nigerian singer, . The development follows a wave of renewed backlash on social media after an old tweet attributed to the singer resurfaced on X (formerly Twitter). The…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Mr Tunji Disu as the Acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP), following the resignation of Mr Kayode Egbetokun from the nation’s top policing office. The appointment marks a significant leadership transition within the Nigeria Police Force, coming months after President Tinubu had approved an extension of Egbetokun’s tenure beyond the…

In a significant boost to Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem, the Federal Government of Nigeria, in partnership with the Government of Japan, has unveiled a $50 million fund dedicated to supporting Nigerian startups addressing critical social and economic challenges. The initiative is designed to provide not only capital injection but also technical support, positioning emerging ventures to…

The Executive Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has inspected ongoing hostel construction at the Benue State University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (BUAST), Ihugh — reinforcing his administration’s resolve to strengthen educational infrastructure across the state. Walking through the project site, the Governor expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of work, describing education…

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted suspected drug traffickers at the busy Seme border corridor, arresting a woman who allegedly concealed illicit substances under a fabricated pregnancy and another who reportedly ingested dozens of wraps of cocaine in a desperate attempt to evade detection. The operation, carried out at the…

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…

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…

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,…

A Brigade Commander of the Nigerian Army has called on journalists and members of the public to promptly report any case of misconduct involving soldiers, stressing that accountability and professionalism remain central to the Army’s core values. The senior officer made the appeal during an engagement with media practitioners, emphasising that constructive feedback from…

There are projects that simply fix infrastructure — and there are projects that restore pride. The reconstruction of the Benue State Government House Road, which began only a few days ago, has now been completed — a swift turnaround that speaks volumes about the tempo of development currently reshaping the state. For years, conversations around…