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United Nigeria Airlines has confirmed that one of its aircraft was damaged at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos after being hit by a jet blast from a nearby aircraft during ground operations. The development was revealed in a travel alert issued by the airline on Sunday, which indicated that the incident occurred at the domestic terminal as the …

The Catholic Bishop of Ondo Diocese, Jude Arogundade, has voiced strong concern over the deteriorating security situation in Ondo State, and urged Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to take decisive action to curb the rising tide of kidnappings and criminal activities. His statement came after the recent incident in Akure, where three persons were attacked and kidnapped by suspected criminals at the …

Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike on Sunday said loyal members had taken back the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), blasting defectors and attacking opposition figures ahead of the 2027 general elections. Wike made the remarks at the 10th National Elective Convention of the PDP held in Abuja, describing the meeting as a turning point for the party after months of …

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has expressed her deep admiration for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as he celebrated his 74th birthday, expressing her pride and affection for him in a heartfelt message. “I love you and I am so proud of you,” he said in his tribute to the President on Sunday. Despite this, President Tinubu chose to hold a low-key …

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed Mobile Network Operators across the country to compensate customers who experience substandard network services. The directive, announced in a statement on Sunday by the Commission’s Head of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha, requires affected users to receive airtime credits when the quality of service falls below agreed benchmarks. According to the NCC, compensation will …

President Bola Tinubu has pledged to contribute his entire salary since assuming office to a special support fund dedicated to members of Nigeria’s armed forces. Tinubu made this known when he announced the establishment of the support fund for members of the Armed Forces, those injured in service and the families of fallen heroes on Sunday, March 29, 2026. The …

The Rivers State Government has told the High Court sitting in Port Harcourt that over $302 billion was spent during the six-month administration of the former Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), between March and August 2025. The disclosure was contained in a counter-affidavit filed with the court in response to a freedom of information lawsuit brought by the …

Bashir El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, has publicly apologized to Vice President Kashim Shettima for a controversial social media post in which he described the country’s number two citizen as “very helpless.” In a statement shared on X on Sunday, Bashir acknowledged that his previous comments were inappropriate and expressed regret, while reaffirming his respect for …

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has voiced concern over what it describes as the ruling All Progressives Congress’ (APC) unease ahead of the 2027 general elections, despite the party dominating Nigeria’s political landscape. The opposition party noted that the APC currently controls 31 states and controls about 90 percent of the members of the National Assembly, but still appears uncertain …

Tottenham Hotspur have announced that interim manager Igor Tudor has left the club by mutual consent after just 44 days in charge. The decision came after a series of disappointing results, including a 5-2 defeat against Atlético Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie. The Croatian manager, hired to stabilize the club following Thomas …