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Nigerian athletes are hitting historic 100-mark career milestones in 2026 across various sports. Stars like Tolu Arokodare and Ademola Lookman have reached significant landmarks, showcasing Nigerian talent globally.
The Senate has dismissed claims by Senator Ireti Kingibe regarding a potential 25% personal income tax. Senator Yemi Adaramodu stated the tax law is already passed and assented to by President Tinubu, calling such claims revisionist.
Inspector-General of Police suspends training for reinstated senior officers due to a National Industrial Court ruling. Affected officers must vacate the Police Staff College, Jos, immediately.
Atiku Abubakar has called for foreign intervention, including from Amnesty International and foreign missions, over alleged attacks on opposition supporters in Nigeria. The former VP urged monitoring of politically motivated violence ahead of the 2027 elections following an incident involving a comedian.
Ebonyi NDC leadership accused of anti-party activities for allegedly endorsing President Tinubu and Governor Nwifuru. National Vice-Chairman Teddy Obe criticises the move as a betrayal of party ideology and points to a lack of functional secretariat in the state.
Kogi State Police Command is investigating the deaths of two police officers, a corporal and a woman corporal, after the male officer allegedly shot his girlfriend before killing himself.
Former Ekiti SDP governorship candidate Isaac Alade has joined the APC, pledging support for President Tinubu's 2027 re-election. He cited Governor Oyebanji's performance as a key factor.
APC National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru, has asked former State Assembly presiding officers to mobilise grassroots support for President Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid. Basiru credits economic reforms for improved state finances and development capacity.
Political parties are rejecting calls to suspend campaign activities for the 2027 elections due to a reported Ebola case, advocating for safety measures instead. The Health Minister has stated there's no immediate need to cancel large gatherings.
Former Minister Pantami and ex-Ogun candidate Adebutu's participation in the 2027 elections is uncertain as INEC's deadline for candidate list omissions passes. The commission cited a Supreme Court ruling, and parties are still seeking resolutions.
Nigerian troops neutralised 15 terrorists in Borno State via a precision air strike north-west of Pulka. The operation followed credible intelligence and aims to disrupt terrorist networks.
Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, is mediating the chieftaincy dispute for the Olufon of Ifon-Omima stool in Ondo State. He has urged contestants to embrace dialogue and peace to resolve the crisis that has left the stool vacant since 2020.
Nigeria Police Force warns that paying for bail is illegal. Both the payer and the receiver face arrest and prosecution. Police bail is free.
Lagos State is launching a new scheme to provide financial support, grants, and export opportunities for MSMEs, addressing funding gaps and economic challenges.
The House of Representatives is moving to tighten rules on the sale and management of federal government assets with a proposed National Public Assets Management Commission.
Oyo APC campaign organisation threatens defamation suit against APM governorship candidate, Bimbo Adekanmbi, over alleged corruption claims against Senator Sharafadeen Alli. The APC group described the allegations as falsehoods intended to damage Alli's reputation.
Nurses at Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Ogun State, have issued a 21-day ultimatum over severe shortages of medical equipment and staff, warning of risks to patient safety. Critical issues include sharing one BP monitor across three wards and a lack of other vital tools.
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has been honoured with four awards for its significant contributions to consumer protection and fair competition in Nigeria. Recognitions came from Daily Independent, NaijaTimes, Aisha Babangida Foundation, and BrandXchange.
Rivers monarch Mene Nule denies allegations of conducting virginity tests on female students at Government Comprehensive High School, Taabaa. He claims the accusations are part of a plot to damage his reputation.
Nasarawa United host former African champions Enyimba in Lafia on Sunday. The Solid Miners aim for back-to-back wins after their first league victory last weekend, while Enyimba are in a slump near the bottom of the table and desperately need an away win.