Historic Medical Milestone: LUTH Announces Accessible Sickle Cell Cure in Nigeria

In what many are describing as one of the most hopeful healthcare breakthroughs in recent Nigerian history, the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) — in partnership with the Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria (SCFN) — has unveiled a bone marrow transplant programme that is now offering a curative treatment option for sickle cell disorder right here…

EFCC Sounds Alarm Over Money Laundering Risks, Urges OPay to Lead the Fight Against Financial Crime in Nigeria

In a crucial move reflecting growing regulatory focus on Nigeria’s booming fintech landscape, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a stern call to OPay, one of the country’s largest digital financial services platforms, to strengthen its anti-money laundering (AML) defences, tighten customer verification practices, and uphold uncompromising compliance with Nigerian laws. The…

Passport Platform Disruption: What Nigerians Need to Know About the Latest NIS System Upgrade

In a significant development for passport applicants nationwide, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced a scheduled temporary disruption of its Passport Digital Platform to carry out essential system maintenance and improvements. This planned blackout — while necessary — means that millions of Nigerians engaging with passport services online should prepare for service interruptions and…

ISWAP Executes Village Chief in Borno, Accuses Him of Spying for Nigerian Forces

In a disturbing development reflecting continued insecurity in Nigeria’s North East, members of the Islamic State in West Africa Province (ISWAP) have reportedly executed a local village chief in Borno State, accusing him of acting as a spy for Nigerian security forces. The incident occurred in Yawal Kawa Village, deepening concerns over the escalating insurgency…

Youth Shot During NDLEA Raid at Yobe Market: Tension, Questions, and Community Impact

A tense incident unfolded in Yobe State after operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) reportedly opened fire during a drug enforcement raid at a busy local market, resulting in a young man being seriously injured. The event has stirred concern among residents and raised questions over law enforcement tactics during anti-drug operations….

Everything Changes in 2026: FG Moves to Full Cashless Payments and New Tax Rules

In a landmark shift destined to redefine how Nigerians engage with federal services and government revenue systems, the Federal Government has unveiled a suite of groundbreaking policies set to begin in 2026. These initiatives span cashless payments, comprehensive tax reforms, and new digital platforms—each designed to modernize public finances, eliminate revenue leakages, and boost transparency…

Chaos on Campus: LASU Community Outraged as ‘Bandits Prank’ Sparks Fear and Backlash

The Lagos State University (LASU) community has erupted in indignation and concern after a viral prank video allegedly depicting “bandits” invading the campus stirred panic among students and drew condemnation from university authorities. The controversial content, filmed on campus grounds and widely circulated on social media, has ignited a fierce debate about responsible content creation,…

Gregory University VC Urges TETFund to Support Private Varsities in Nigeria’s Education Transformation

In a spirited appeal that has reignited a long-standing national conversation, the Vice-Chancellor of Gregory University, Uturu, Prof. Cele Njoku, has called on the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to broaden its intervention scope to include private universities — a move advocates say would strengthen the entire Nigerian higher education landscape. This renewed appeal has…