Oyo State has emerged as the most preferred destination for Nigerians looking to relocate within the country, according to fresh data from the State Performance Index (NGF 2025) released by Statisense. The ranking, which highlights the top 12 states most attractive for relocation, places Oyo ahead of Akwa Ibom, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Kwara,…
The Police Command in Rivers has confirmed the alleged assault and robbery of a serving police officer by a group of youths in Nkpolu community in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of the state. A viral video showed a mob of youths physically assaulting, Insp. Joshua Nyian, after accusing him of taking banned substances within their…
A cleaner at a tertiary hospital in Maiduguri, Borno State, Faiza Abdulkadir, has captured national attention for her honesty after returning N4.8 million that was mistakenly credited to her bank account. The story, first reported by News Central TV on the 24th of August, has since gone viral on X, with many praising her virtuous…
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the commencement of recruitment of graduates and postgraduates for enlistment into the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 34/2025, calling on qualified Nigerian to apply. The announcement was contained in notice signed by Air Vice Marshal AH Bakari, on behalf of the Chief of the Air Staff, and…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is set to step aside temporarily as he proceeds on a one-month leave starting Friday, August 29, 2025. In a letter read on the floor of the House of Assembly by Speaker Adebo Ogundoyin on Tuesday, Makinde notified lawmakers in line with Section 190(1) of the Constitution and handed over…
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) on Tuesday confirmed the derailment of the Abuja-Kaduna train, stating that due to injuries sustained by many passengers, the Corporation has mobilised nearby hospitals amid tight security provisions. In a statement by NRC, it stated that efforts are on the ground to move all passengers on the train back to…
Nigeria’s kidnap-for-ransom economy has hit record levels, with citizens paying at least N2.56 billion between July 2024 and June 2025 to secure the release of abducted relatives and community members. This marks a sharp 144% year-on-year increase compared to N1.05 billion paid in the same period of the previous year. According to SBM Intelligence’s latest…
A passenger train traveling from Abuja to Kaduna derailed on Tuesday morning, throwing several carriages off the tracks and sparking panic among passengers. The accident happened shortly after the train departed Abuja around 11 a.m. on its way to Kaduna. Witnesses said the train suddenly shook before some of the carriages overturned, forcing people to…
The Federal Fire Service (FFS) has advised applicants awaiting its recruitment shortlist to prioritise fitness and personal health. In a post via X on Tuesday, the service said firefighting is a physically demanding job, and urged prospective recruits to prioritise their health. “RECRUITMENT NOTICE! Dear Prospective Fire Officers-in-Waiting, while you wait for the shortlist, please…
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Monday hosted Nigerian Nobel laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, in a meeting that highlighted the importance of cultural diplomacy and Afro-Brazilian heritage. The visit marks a significant moment in strengthening ties between Brazil and Africa, particularly through the shared history and cultural connections rooted in the African diaspora….