Tinubu transmits bill to Senate to allow transfer of convicted Nigerians abroad back home

President Bola Tinubu has transmitted a bill to the Senate seeking to empower the federal government to enter into agreements with other countries for the transfer of convicted Nigerian citizens to serve their sentences at home.

Nigeria to begin large-scale local production of Weapons within one year — Minister of Defense Musa

Nigeria will begin large-scale local production of defense hardware within the next year to meet domestic military requirements and export equipment to other African countries, Minister of Defense Christopher Musa has announced.

UK increases student visa financial requirements for international students

International students applying for UK student visas will face higher financial requirements from November 30, 2026, with applicants planning to study in London required to demonstrate access to up to £14,130 for living expenses.

US moves to revise Green Card Sponsorship rules

The United States government is moving to revise employment-based green card sponsorship requirements after completing a federal review of proposed changes to the Permanent Labor Certification (PERM) programme.

Mercy Aigbe slams clout-chasing bloggers over Toluwanisings’ family crisis

Nollywood Actress Mercy Aigbe has slammed clout-chasing bloggers and content creators over the ongoing controversy surrounding the d.eath of Gospel singer, Toluwanisings

Court sentences former banker to 39 years imprisonment

Justice O.O. Abike-Fadipe of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on Tuesday October 27 2026 has sentenced a former banker, Christopher Jackson Edeh, to a total of 39 years’ imprisonment for his involvement in a N2.7 billion fraud prosecuted by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

Ballon d'Or: “My time will come” - Lamine Yamal writes after 3rd place finish behind Harry Kane

Barcelona winger, Lamine Yamal has broken his silence after missing out on the 2026 Ballon d’Or award in London.

Lawmakers to make formal identification compulsory for renting apartments in Abuja

The Senate has resolved to initiate legislation that would require prospective tenants in the Federal Capital Territory to provide valid identification before renting apartments, as part of efforts to curb criminal activities.

NMA raises alarm over circulation of fake drinks in Ondo

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Ondo State chapter, has raised the alarm over the circulation of counterfeit and adulterated alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the state, calling for an urgent crackdown on their production and distribution.

FG approves six-month N70,000 monthly transport allowance for public servants

The Federal Government (FG) has approved a N70,000 monthly transport allowance for public servants for six months as part of measures to address workers’ economic difficulties.