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FG plans stronger security for 117 Unity Colleges
The Federal Government is reviewing security arrangements across 117 Federal Unity Colleges nationwide to prevent attacks and ensure uninterrupted academic activities. Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad, disclosed the initiative on Wednesday in Abuja during the 2026 Annual General Meeting of Principals of Federal Unity Colleges.
Senate hosts Flamingos after historic U-17 triumph in Morocco
The Nigerian Senate hosted the national Under-17 women's football team, the Flamingos, following their historic tournament victory in Morocco. Senate President Godswill Akpabio received the squad of players and team officials upon their arrival at the National Assembly on Wednesday in Abuja.
Kyari denies N210tn loss, blames auditors for misreading accounts
Kyari made the defence on Tuesday while appearing before the Senate Committee on Public Accounts, insisting that the disputed figures did not represent missing funds or financial losses.
Kyari appears before Senate over alleged N210tn NNPCL discrepancies
Kyari's appearance followed months of pressure from lawmakers, who had threatened to invoke their constitutional powers to compel him to honour invitations concerning unresolved audit queries covering the 2017 to 2023 financial years. The former NNPCL chief arrived at Hearing Room 4 of the National Assembly with a delegation of oil company officials.
Senate moves to stop prolonged aircraft hovering over Nigeria
The Nigerian Senate has moved to address prolonged aircraft holding patterns over national airspace, highlighting concerns that VIP movements and security arrangements are causing critical flight delays. Lawmakers urged the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) to implement immediate regulatory interventions to streamline landing procedures at airports nationwide.
U-17 WWC: Senate donates N100m to Flamingos, seeks FG rewards
The commendation followed a motion moved by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Sports, Senator Abdul Ningi, during plenary on Tuesday.
N10m reward is for political mobilisation, not vote-buying – Wike
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has defended his promise to pay councillors N10m each for delivering their wards to President Bola Tinubu and other APC candidates in 2027, insisting it is a reward for political mobilisation, not vote-buying, as he only challenged them to work for electoral victory, not to distribute money to voters.
2027: CJN swears in tribunal judges, warns against political pressure
Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has warned lawyers, political parties, and media organizations against trying to intimidate judges or influence election petition proceedings ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking in Abuja during the inauguration of newly nominated members of the Election Petition Tribunals, she urged judges to maintain judicial independence and deliver justice without fear or favor.
JAMB resolves 50,370 complaints in three months
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has resolved 50,370 customer service complaints and addressed thousands of candidate admission record challenges during the first three months of Professor Segun Aina's tenure as registrar. According to a statement issued by board spokesperson Fabian Benjamin reviewing the quarter, JAMB received 52,517 support tickets in total, successfully clearing over 95 per cent of all logged issues.
Sowore vs DSS: Court grants request to subpoena Amupitan, Igbokwe
Presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has suffered a legal setback in his ongoing cyberbullying trial before the Federal High Court in Abuja. The court dismissed his application seeking to compel a lawyer representing the Department of State Services (DSS) to take the stand as a witness.
Remi Tinubu hails Flamingos’ historic World Cup triumph
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has hailed the Flamingos’ historic FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup victory, saying the achievement has raised the profile of Nigeria and Africa in global women’s football.
N50,000 cash relief: SERAP demands NERSI payment details, beneficiary list
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked the Federal Government to disclose details of its ₦50,000 National Emergency Relief and Stabilisation Intervention, including funding, beneficiaries, payment arrangements and safeguards against political interference.
FG cancels 2026 NTI’s NCE, degree admissions, ends varsity affiliations
The Federal Government has ordered the cancellation of all 2026 admissions into the National Teachers’ Institute’s National Certificate in Education and degree programmes, warning prospective students against enrolling in courses the institute is not authorised to offer.
NCoS promotes 6,043 officers across ranks
The Nigerian Correctional Service has promoted and upgraded 6,043 officers across its senior and junior cadres following approval by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board. The comprehensive exercise includes the advancement of eligible staff to Superintendent and Inspectorate Cadres as part of efforts to improve workforce welfare and operational delivery.
NJC approves retirement of two Supreme Court justices
The approvals were among the decisions taken at the Council’s 112th meeting, chaired by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun.
Court voids Atiku's emergency as ADC presidential candidate
The Federal High Court in Abuja has nullified the leadership structure of the African Democratic Congress led by former Senate President David Mark, disrupting the party's preparations for the 2027 general elections. The court ruling also invalidated the internal electoral processes that produced former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar as the party's presidential candidate along with all other secondary nominations.
State police: Senate gives 6 remaining states Nov 15 deadline
The Senate has issued a November 15 deadline to six remaining State Houses of Assembly to communicate their positions on the proposed constitutional amendment establishing state police. Senate President Godswill Akpabio confirmed the timeline after National Assembly Clerk Kamoru Ogundele reported that 30 state assemblies had officially passed the bill, surpassing the constitutional two-thirds threshold required for passage.
Senate rejects Nigeria Air revival, backs new national carrier
The Senate has rejected a proposal seeking the revival of the defunct national carrier, Nigeria Airways, during Tuesday's plenary session. Lawmakers instead urged the Federal Government to focus on establishing a fresh, viable national airline to strengthen the country's aviation sector.
Police arrest two over armoured cable theft in Abuja
The suspects were arrested following a midnight patrol by operatives of the Guzape Police Division, who spotted two suspiciously parked vehicles along Walter Ofonagoro Street.
2027: Opposition petitions INEC over alleged doctoring of Ogun PDP register
The petitioners urged the electoral umpire to reject any submitted modifications to the register, warning that backdating or altering party records violates the Electoral Act 2026 and undermines established Supreme Court rulings on the party's leadership and 2027 governorship primary.
Anyim seeks better funding for colleges of education
Anyim spoke in Abuja at the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) Teacher Education Leadership and Impact Award ceremony, where he called for improved funding, modern facilities and professional development for colleges of education.
Binnari killings: Senate seeks joint patrols on Taraba, Plateau, Bauchi borders
The Senate calls for joint surveillance camps along Taraba, Plateau, and Bauchi borders following a deadly attack on Taraba's Binnari community.
NLC suspends strike after FG agrees to N70,000 allowance
The Federal Government has agreed with the NLC to pay public sector workers a monthly transport allowance of ₦70,000 for six months, starting in November.
Tinubu seeks Senate nod for $20.5bn, €1.05bn loans
President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to approve a proposed external borrowing plan worth $20.52bn and €1.05bn to finance infrastructure and development projects across Nigeria.