February 10, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Hon. Magaji Da’u Aliyu as the Managing Director of the Sheda Science and Technology Complex (SHESTCO) in Abuja. This strategic institution is instrumental in promoting cutting-edge research and development in science and technology, while also overseeing the nation’s nuclear research facility. The appointment reflects the administration’s…

A devastating fire engulfed a commercial mini-bus (popularly known as Korope) on Tuesday in the Ballet area of Mile 2, Lagos, claiming the lives of two passengers and leaving others with serious burn injuries of varying degrees. Emergency responders, including personnel from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), the Nigeria Police Force, and fire…

Nigerian lawmakers, particularly through the Senate Committee on Appropriations, are advocating for the total elimination of electricity subsidies to strengthen federal finances. During recent discussions on the proposed 2026 national budget, committee members highlighted the substantial annual costs—running into trillions of naira—that these subsidies impose on public resources. The chairman, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, emphasized…

The Anambra State Government has intensified efforts to remove unauthorized shanties and makeshift buildings in various markets across the state. Through initiatives like Operation Clean Anambra, led by the OCHA Brigade’s Special Enforcement Team, authorities are targeting structures that violate safety standards, particularly those erected beneath high-voltage power lines, as seen in locations such as…