Nigeria to celebrate Eid-el-Fitr Friday — Sultan of Sokoto
The Sultan of Sokoto has declared Friday, March 20, 2026, as Eid-el-Fitr following the non-sighting of the Shawwal moon across Nigeria.
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Kate Middleton and Prince William reprise Royal roles as they welcome Nigeria’s President for state visit
Prince William and Kate Middleton welcomed Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the UK for a state visit marked by royal ceremonies and diplomatic engagements.
Self-confessed killer ‘Shawarma’ declares support for Tinubu’s 2027 bid
Police in Oyo State have launched an investigation after a man identifying himself as Shawarma claimed in a viral video
NLC arm pushes for ₦154,000 minimum pay as food prices soar
Organized labor in Nigeria’s public service has formally demanded a new minimum wage of ₦154,000, representing a 120% upward review of salaries to combat what they described as a “life of servitude” caused by escalating inflation.
‘Not a crime’ : Court rules Nigerians can record police during stop-and-search
Nigerians have been legally affirmed in their right to record police officers during stop-and-search operations following a landmark ruling by a Federal High Court in Delta State.
Nigerian soldier admits stealing N4.9m from victim during robbery operation
A serving soldier of the Nigerian Army has been apprehended and interrogated after allegedly using axes and handcuffs to rob a civilian of nearly ₦5 million in Abia State.
Resign before March 31 if you’re seeking elective office — Tinubu orders appointees
President Bola Tinubu has issued a mandatory deadline of March 31, 2026, for all political appointees wishing to contest the 2027 general elections to resign from their positions, citing the need for transparency and a level playing field
FG declares Thursday, Friday public holidays for Eid-el-Fitr
The Federal Government has declared March 19 and 20, 2026, as public holidays for Eid-el-Fitr and urged Nigerians to promote unity and peaceful coexistence.
Bomb attacks: Tinubu orders security chiefs to relocate to Maiduguri
President Bola Tinubu has ordered Nigeria’s security chiefs to immediately relocate their operational headquarters to Maiduguri following a devastating series of suicide bombings that killed at least 23 people on Monday evening.
Govspend leak: Records show dormant Ajaokuta Steel Company MD paid ₦5.5m monthly salary
Ajaokuta Steel Company, Nigeria’s long-dormant industrial giant, has come under fresh scrutiny after revelations that its Managing Director, Prof. Nasir Naeem Abdulsalam, receives a monthly salary of ₦5.5 million despite the plant’s continued inactivity.