Politics
APC Chieftain Anifowoshe: Kwara Defections Not Collapse, Wike Claims Unproven
APC chieftain Titilope Anifowoshe says Kwara defections to PDP are not a collapse but warns the party to address internal grievances and Wike's claims before 2027.
Security
Gunmen Kill 4, Injure 1 in Plateau State Hours After Army Peace Meeting
Gunmen killed at least four people and injured one in Mangu LGA, Plateau State, on September 11-12, 2026, just hours after the Nigerian Army held a peace meeting with community leaders, the Mwaghavul Youth Movement reported.
Business
NPA Mourns Former GM and CEO Bamanga Tukur Who Dies at 90
The Nigerian Ports Authority mourns Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, former GM and CEO, who died on September 12, 2026, at age 90. NPA MD Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho joined Adamawa's governor to receive his remains.
Entertainment
Italian Mechanic Builds World's Thinnest Car at 19.5 Inches, Sets Guinness Record
Italian mechanic Andrea Marazzi built the world's thinnest driveable car, a 19.5-inch-wide Fiat Panda, breaking a Guinness World Record. The electric vehicle retains 90% of original parts and reaches 9.3 mph.
Sports
Education
Health
Ontario Minimum Wage to Hit $17.95 in October 2026
Ontario's minimum wage rises to $17.95 per hour on October 1, 2026, a $0.35 increase affecting most workers, plus special categories for students, homeworkers, and guides.
IRCC: Valid Work Permit First Step to Work Legally in Canada
Canada's IRCC reminds foreign workers that a valid work permit is the first step to working legally, urging compliance with permit conditions and 30-day extension applications.
Australia Lists 5 Countries Exempt From English Proof for Student Visa
Australia exempts UK, US, Canada, New Zealand, and Ireland passport holders from English tests for Student visa (subclass 500). Other pathways also apply.
Japan Working Holiday Visa Covers 32 Countries, Regions
Japan's Working Holiday programme now covers 32 countries and regions as of April 2026, allowing young people to live and work temporarily, with employment as a means to fund travel.
Saudi Arabia: UK ETA holders barred from work and Hajj
Saudi Arabia confirms UK citizens can enter with an ETA, but the authorisation cannot be used for work or Hajj, requiring separate visas.
Nigerian History Quiz: From Empires to Independence
How well do you know Nigerian history? Test yourself on independence, the Sokoto Caliphate, Biafra, the Benin Kingdom, great nationalists and more in this gripping Nigeria history quiz.
