Tag: Nigeria

Lagos, Nigeria | April 9, 2026 Lagos came alive with colour, music, and cultural pride as it hosted the 2026 edition of the Fanti Carnival, a vibrant celebration of Afro-Brazilian heritage that attracted both local and international participants. According to Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), the carnival transformed the city into a hub of entertainment and…

Benin City, Nigeria | April 9, 2026 Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested one Osagie Destiny Etinosa over an alleged N11 million fraud. According to the Commission, the suspect was apprehended through open-source intelligence after allegedly posing as a football agent on Instagram, using the…

Abuja, Nigeria | April 9, 2026 The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to implementing a structured and balanced reform programme aimed at addressing longstanding financial challenges in the nation’s power sector. Central to this initiative is the introduction of a market-based settlement mechanism designed to restore financial stability across the electricity value…

Abuja, Nigeria | April 7, 2026 Nigeria has commenced a new phase of fiscal transformation aimed at strengthening economic stability and enhancing public financial management, according to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun. The Minister noted that the initiative reflects the Federal Government’s commitment to implementing reforms that will…

Kaduna, Nigeria | April 7, 2026 The Air Traffic Services Training Centre (ATSTC), Kaduna, has inaugurated the Air Traffic Control and Surveillance Radar Course 3 (ACSR 3) for personnel drawn from both military and civil aviation institutions, in a move aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s airspace safety and security. The programme, launched on Tuesday, April 7,…

Shiroro, Niger State, Nigeria | April 7, 2026 Troops of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) and local volunteer forces, have successfully foiled a major bandit attack in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. The joint operation targeted armed bandits advancing on Bagna and Erena communities….

Abuja, Nigeria | April 7, 2026 The second edition of the National Police Day was held at Eagle Square, Abuja, as part of ongoing efforts to recognise the sacrifices and dedication of officers of the Nigeria Police Force. The initiative, introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is aimed at honouring the contributions of police personnel…

Abuja, Nigeria | April 7, 2026 The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has issued a traffic advisory to motorists plying the AYA–Nyanya–Keffi Expressway, urging caution and patience along the busy Kugbo–Nyanya axis in Abuja. In the advisory, the Corps called on road users to strictly obey traffic officials and cooperate fully with officers deployed to…

Kaduna, Nigeria | April 7, 2026 The recently concluded combined 2nd, 3rd, and 4th convocation ceremony of the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) has been described as a powerful reflection of Nigeria’s capacity for excellence, as captured in a student account by Yahaya Abubakar. Held at the Ibrahim Alfa Hall in Kaduna, the ceremony…

Lagos, Nigeria | April 7, 2026 The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has flagged off its Mega Voter Registration Exercise in Lagos Central, as part of efforts to expand voter access and enhance citizen participation in the electoral process. The flag-off ceremony took place at Ajele Sports Complex (Campos), Lagos Island, and was led by…