House of Representatives committee warns of deepening ecological crisis in Niger Delta as ₦1.65 trillion environmental funds remain unimplemented four years after PIA enactment. Urgent action needed.
Rep Alhassan Ado-Doguwa demands National Assembly shutdown over worsening insecurity, describing Northern situation as devastating. House leadership pushes back.
About 50 schoolchildren escaped bandits in Niger State Catholic school attack. Authorities remain uncertain about missing pupils as bishop restricts information sharing with security officials.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde presents a N891.9bn 2026 budget focused on economic expansion. The proposal allocates 56.7% to capital projects, with infrastructure and education as top priorities.
Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association strongly condemns kidnapping of students in Kebbi and Niger States, appeals for immediate release and praises Tinubu's response to crisis.
Catholic Diocese releases names of 265 abducted students and teachers from St. Mary's Schools in Niger State. 50 students escaped. Government urged to act swiftly.
The United States condemns the mass abductions of over 300 students in Niger and 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi, urging the Tinubu government to swiftly capture the terrorists and protect Christians.
Fifty pupils abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State have escaped captivity and reunited with families. Security efforts continue for remaining victims.
Fifty pupils abducted from St. Mary Private School in Niger State have escaped captivity. Bishop Bulus Yohanna confirms 253 children and 12 staff remain held. Read the full list of names.
Pope Leo XIV calls for immediate release of over 300 hostages taken from Nigerian Catholic schools. Learn about the escalating kidnapping crisis and international response.
Niger State lawmakers condemn the abduction of St. Mary's Catholic School pupils in Agwara. They demand decisive security action and pledge support for rescue efforts. #NigeriaSecurity
Niger State government orders immediate closure of all schools following abduction of over 300 students in Papiri. Governor Bago announces security measures while rescue operations continue.
The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora reports 88 additional students missing after a terrorist attack on St Mary Secondary School in Niger state. The total number of missing students is now 303. Read for the latest updates.
The number of abducted pupils and teachers from St. Mary's schools in Niger State rises to 315. CAN Chairman denies receiving any prior security warning. Read the latest updates.
Nigerian lawyer Olakunle Allison questions government's existence after terrorists abducted students from St. Mary's Catholic School in Papiri. Read his powerful reaction and public responses.
Rev. Father calls for state of emergency after terrorists abduct students from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State. Read his urgent message to government.
Terrorists invaded St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State, abducting over 50 pupils and teachers. Eyewitnesses describe chaotic scenes as security forces launch rescue operations.
Police confirm bandits attacked St. Mary's Private Secondary School in Niger State, abducting students. Security forces are combing forests for rescue. CP Elleman vows action.
Armed terrorists stormed St. Mary's Catholic Secondary School in Papiri, Niger State, abducting multiple students in early morning attack. Security response underway.
Kebbi State House of Assembly suspends Fakai Local Council Chairman Muhammad Fawa for six months over corruption, theft of transformers, and illegal farmland allocations. Read full details.
The House of Representatives issues a 7-day ultimatum to MDAs, threatening arrest warrants for non-compliance with the Naira-for-Crude Oil policy investigation. Full details on the escalating standoff.
Niger State Police Command rescues six abducted children from human trafficking network operating between Niger and FCT. Suspects arrested, investigation ongoing.
Bandits execute kidnap victim despite ransom payment in Niger State. NSIEC commissioner, ex-SUBEB boss among hostages still held. Read full details.
Nasarawa State House of Assembly passes ₦92.2bn supplementary budget for 2025 to address emerging state needs. Bill sent to committee for final review. Read the latest updates.
Ebonyi State received the lowest FAAC allocation of ₦112.19B between January-August 2025, highlighting Nigeria's revenue imbalance. Discover the states that got the most and least.
Armed bandits killed 16 vigilante members and kidnapped over 40 residents in coordinated attacks across Mashegu LGA, Niger state. Communities deserted as security crisis deepens.
Ondo Assembly Speaker Olamide Oladiji dismisses impeachment plot by 12 lawmakers, as 14 others pass a vote of confidence. The crisis stems from a N531 billion supplementary budget dispute.
Niger State Governor Umaru Bago transmits list of 30 commissioner-nominees for legislative screening. Move aligns with constitutional requirements for inclusive governance under New Niger agenda.
Crisis deepens in Ondo State House of Assembly as 12 lawmakers pass vote of no confidence on Speaker Olamide Oladiji over allegations of gross misconduct and financial misappropriation.
Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has officially commissioned the new Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) office complex in Minna, marking a significant milestone in the state's economic development and consumer protection efforts.