Suspected Boko Haram terrorists attacked a military base in Ngoshe, Borno State, in the early hours of Wednesday, killing a yet-to-be-ascertained number of civilians and abducting many women. The attack occurred around 1am, with eyewitnesses saying the insurgents operated for hours using motorcycles and gun trucks. The military was able to repel the attack, but…

President Bola Tinubu has approved the renewal of Professor Ayo Omotayo’s appointment as Director-General of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) for a final term of four years. This move aims to strengthen policy research amid national challenges. Omotayo, a Professor of Environmental Sustainability, was initially appointed by former President Muhammadu Buhari…

The Federal Government has imposed a six-year ban on establishing new universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education to focus on improving quality and sustainability of existing institutions. This decision was made at a Federal Executive Council meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu. Minister of Education Tunji Alausa stated that the ban aims to support private…

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has ordered an immediate halt to the cashless payment policy at airports, just four days after its introduction, due to widespread disruptions. The policy, launched on March 1, mandated electronic payments for airport access, parking, and lounges, but it led to massive congestion and passengers missing flights at major airports like…

A daring abduction attempt in Kano State’s Bebeji Local Government Area has been thwarted by security forces, with two victims rescued and one suspect fatally injured. The incident went down on March 2 around 11:30 p.m. in Rantan Village, where 15 armed men stormed a home, taking Fulani Bakwai and Mohd Bello hostile. In the…

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has firmly rejected US President Donald Trump’s criticism of Madrid’s refusal to allow US planes to use its bases to attack Iran. “The position of the government of Spain can be summed up in four words: no to war,” Sanchez said in a televised address. He emphasized that Spain won’t…

The US Embassy in Abuja has cancelled all visa appointments scheduled for today, March 4, 2026, due to potential protests in the Federal Capital Territory. This decision is a precautionary measure amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran, following reports of the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The embassy warns US…

The Federal Government has officially banned cash payments for taxes and prohibited revenue roadblocks nationwide, as part of efforts to improve transparency, reduce corruption, and streamline collections. This move is aimed at modernizing revenue processes amid ongoing fiscal reforms. According to Finance Minister Wale Edun, the new regulations will ensure fairness, consistency, and economic inclusion…

President Bola Tinubu has nominated Taiwo Oyedele, the head of Nigeria’s tax reform committee, as the new Minister of State for Finance, replacing Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite. Oyedele’s nomination is a result of his work on revamping the country’s tax framework, aiming to strengthen economic policies amid ongoing fiscal challenges. Oyedele, 50, is an economist, accountant,…

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has conducted a successful airstrike operation in the Yuwe general area of the Sambisa axis, Borno State, eliminating several high-value terrorist operatives, including senior commanders and fighters. The intelligence-driven air interdiction mission was aimed at disrupting the terrorists’ command-and-control structure and degrading their logistics network. According to the NAF, the…

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has accused Rotimi Amaechi and opposition parties of applying double standards in their criticism of the Electoral Act 2026. Wike claimed that Amaechi had previously opposed electronic transmission of results during former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, arguing that it could affect electoral outcomes. The opposition parties, including…

The Federal Government has approved N48 billion for 12 selected universities to upgrade their engineering facilities. Each institution will receive N4 billion to either upgrade existing facilities or construct new engineering workshops. The beneficiary institutions include Federal University of Technology, Minna, and University of Ilesha, Osun, among others. The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa,…

At least 169 people, including senior officials, were killed in a brutal attack in South Sudan’s Ruweng Administrative Area. The attackers, allegedly from neighboring Unity State, targeted Abiemnom county, killing 90 civilians, including children, women, and elderly people, and 79 government soldiers. The attack has raised concerns about the country’s fragile peace and the risk…

China is urging an immediate ceasefire and diplomatic talks to end the conflict in the Middle East, which has stretched into its third day with Israel and the US conducting strikes on Iran and Lebanon. Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning emphasized the need to prevent further escalation and promote peace and stability in the region.…

Myanmar’s military junta has granted amnesty to over 7,000 prisoners convicted of financing or sheltering a “terrorist group”, a designation used to outlaw pro-democracy factions opposing its rule. The move is seen as a bid to soften the junta’s image amidst a handover to a nominally civilian government after elections concluded in January. The released…

Ihotu John Rebecca, a Nigerian female footballer playing for Pacesetter Queens FC in the NWFL Premiership, was kidnapped on the Benin Expressway while returning home. Her abductors are demanding a ransom of N20 million. The family is seeking help from football stakeholders, government officials, and well-meaning Nigerians to secure her release. Rebecca, a young and…

The Niger State Police Command has recovered 42 stolen sheep and arrested four suspects involved in the livestock theft. The suspects, identified as Abubakar Musa, Muhammed Ibeto, Bello Saidu, and Abubakar Alhaji, were intercepted on February 24, 2026, at about 6pm, following credible intelligence. According to Police Public Relations Officer Wasiu Abiodun, the suspects were…

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike is scheduled to hold his monthly media chat on Monday, March 2nd. This event is expected to cover pressing national political issues and his administration’s policies in the Federal Capital Territory. Some of the topics Wike is likely to address include infrastructure development, financial management, and his stance on party leadership…

The Senate has pledged to complete the amendment of the 1999 Constitution to allow the creation of state police before the end of 2026. This follows President Bola Tinubu’s request to the National Assembly to begin the process of amending the constitution to incorporate state police as part of efforts to tackle the nation’s insecurity…