Key Updates on US Visa Restrictions for Nigerians – Effective January 1, 2026

A major shift in international travel and migration policy is set to take effect as the United States announces a partial suspension of visa issuance to Nigerian nationals beginning January 1. The decision has sparked widespread concern among students, tourists, professionals and families with plans tied to travel, education or relocation to the U.S. The…

Fuel Relief at Last: Nigeria’s Petrol Supply Jumps 55% as Daily Availability Hits 71.5 Million Litres

Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector recorded a major boost in November as daily petrol supply surged by an impressive 55 per cent, offering fresh hope to motorists, businesses and households long burdened by scarcity and uncertainty. The sharp rise in supply signals a strategic effort to stabilise the market, improve availability nationwide and cushion the pressure…

2026 UTME: JAMB to Deploy Over 1,000 CBT Centres, Promises Most Advanced Exam Yet

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced that it will deploy more than 1,000 Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres for the upcoming 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) — an unprecedented scale in the history of the examination body. With nationwide accreditation now complete, JAMB has assured Nigerians that the 2026 UTME will…

NDLEA Scores Major Victory: Female Drug Kingpin Arrested with ₦5 Billion Cocaine Stash Hidden in Children’s Room in Lagos

In a dramatic breakthrough in Nigeria’s fight against drug trafficking, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested one of the primary masterminds of a trans-border cocaine syndicate in Lagos, uncovering a massive 23.5 kilogrammes of cocaine concealed inside her children’s room. The arrest marks a significant blow to organised narcotics networks…

Presidency Responds to Controversy Over New Nigerian Tax Laws, Defends Integrity of Reform Process

In a high-stakes political development just days before the new fiscal regime takes effect, the Presidency of Nigeria has officially responded to mounting controversy surrounding the recently enacted tax reform laws, dismissing claims that the legislation was clandestinely altered after passage by the National Assembly. The government’s response is seen as a critical effort to…

Tinubu Government Declares Extended Festive Public Holidays for Christmas and New Year in Nigeria

In a widely celebrated announcement, the Federal Government of Nigeria, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has officially declared multiple public holidays to mark the upcoming Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year celebrations. The declaration has set off nationwide excitement as millions of Nigerians prepare for an extended season of rest, celebration, and…

Nigerian Breweries and FATE Foundation Ignite Student Entrepreneurship with Major National Initiative

In a bold move that reinforces its role as a catalyst for youth development and economic growth, Nigerian Breweries Plc has unveiled a transformative entrepreneurship programme designed to empower the next generation of business innovators across Nigeria. The brewing giant, widely recognised as Nigeria’s foremost brewing company and majority-owned by Dutch beer conglomerate Heineken, has…

43 First-Class Graduates Secure Life-Changing Foreign Scholarships as MAAUN Celebrates Historic First Convocation

Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria has recorded a major academic milestone as it graduated its first set of students in a colourful convocation ceremony that blended excellence, vision, and global opportunity. The event did more than mark the end of undergraduate studies for hundreds of students; it opened international doors for outstanding scholars whose…

NYSC Extends Service Year for 16 Corps Members in Sokoto as Discipline Takes Centre Stage at Passing-Out Ceremony

In a move that underscores the National Youth Service Corps’ (NYSC) unwavering commitment to discipline and adherence to its regulations, the scheme has extended the service year of 16 corps members in Sokoto State due to various acts of misconduct, including abscondment, chronic absenteeism, and breaches of NYSC rules. The announcement was made by the…

Ekiti Government Takes Drastic Action as Surgeon Is Sacked and Medical Team Suspended Over Controversial Kidney Surgery at EKSUTH

In a sweeping response to public concern and serious allegations regarding a surgical procedure at the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH), the Ekiti State Government has dismissed a surgeon and suspended other medical staff following claims of an unlawful kidney removal during an operation on a patient named Mr. Joshua Afolayan. The decision comes…