The Federal Government, through the Minister of Works, David Umahi, has instructed contractors handling the N761 billion Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Road to strictly follow the project timeline, emphasizing milestone completion over relying solely on payment certificates. Umahi stated, “We can’t stay in the office and know what is going on on the field. Site inspection, sharing ideas are key to the success of any engineering project.” During an inspection tour of sections 1, 2, and 3 of the road on Saturday, Umahi highlighted the use of reinforced concrete and flexible asphalt pavement to ensure durability and long-term functionality. He added, “We want…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
A transmission tower owned by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) collapsed in the Rigasa community of Kaduna State on Thursday, September 18, 2025, disrupting power supply to parts of Kaduna South. The collapse, TCN explained, was caused by a combination of severe weather conditions and vandalism. Tower No. 7 along the Kaduna Town Line I and II gave way during heavy rainfall and strong winds, and on-site inspections revealed that vandals had removed several critical components, weakening the structure. “This incident highlights the twin challenges of natural hazards and human interference that our transmission infrastructure faces,” a TCN spokesperson…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the automatic employment of the four children of the late Head of the Civil Service of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr. Grace Adayilo, who recently passed away. The announcement was made by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, during Dr. Adayilo’s funeral service held at the National Ecumenical Centre in Abuja. Wike conveyed the President’s condolences to the family and described Dr. Adayilo as a dedicated, humble, and loyal public servant. “The President has directed that her four children be automatically employed as a way to provide for the family after the loss of their…
Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima will lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), scheduled to commence on September 23, 2025, in New York, United States. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Saturday, it was confirmed that Shettima will be joined by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, alongside other ministers and senior government officials. “The Vice President’s leadership at UNGA 2025 underscores Nigeria’s commitment to active participation in global discourse on critical international issues,” the ministry stated. The statement highlighted that Nigeria’s participation will provide…
The Forum of State Chairmen of the defunct Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) has distanced itself from a recent visit by some members to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. The group said the visit was a personal move and did not reflect the Forum’s position. “The gathering at Atiku’s residence was meant to give a misleading impression of support,” the Forum said. The chairmen also revealed that some members were allegedly lured by financial incentives from opposition leaders. Despite this, 20 state chairmen remain loyal to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Bola Tinubu. The Forum called on APC…
Zenith Bank Plc has posted gross earnings of ₦2.52 trillion for the first half of 2025, reflecting a 20% increase from ₦2.1 trillion recorded in the same period last year. The growth was mainly driven by a 60% surge in interest income, which rose to ₦1.84 trillion. Despite higher impairment charges, the bank reported a profit before tax of ₦625.63 billion, while profit after tax stood at ₦532 billion, translating to earnings per share of ₦12.95. The board has declared an interim dividend of ₦1.25 per share, up from ₦1.00 per share in H1 2024, underscoring Zenith Bank’s commitment to…
A major telecommunications outage in Australia has tragically resulted in the deaths of three people, sparking public outrage and a government investigation. The outage occurred on the night of September 18, 2025, when a firewall upgrade by Optus, the country’s second-largest telecom provider, caused a 13-hour disruption to emergency services across South Australia, Western Australia, and the Northern Territory. During this time, calls to the Triple Zero (000) emergency service failed to go through, affecting around 600 customers. Among those who died were an eight-week-old baby, a 68-year-old woman in South Australia, and a 74-year-old man in Western Australia. Authorities…
Tension is mounting in Nsukka, Enugu State, after Rev. Fr. Mathew Eya, parish priest of St. Charles Catholic Church, was killed by gunmen on Friday evening. Eyewitnesses said Fr. Eya was returning to his parish along the Eha-Alumona–Eha-Ndiagu Road when attackers on a motorcycle intercepted his vehicle and shot him, killing him instantly. Some passengers traveling with him were reportedly abducted. The Catholic Diocese of Nsukka condemned the attack, calling for a thorough investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice. Residents are now living in fear, demanding stronger security measures from authorities. A local eyewitness said, “It was shocking.…
President Bola Tinubu is set to attend the coronation of Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland on Friday, September 26, 2025. The former Oyo State governor and senator confirmed the news during a royal visit by a delegation from Ode-Omu, Osun State, at his Bodija residence in Ibadan. The historic coronation ceremony will take place at Mapo Hall, Ibadan, and is expected to attract prominent Yoruba monarchs, political leaders, captains of industry, and thousands of Ibadan sons and daughters. Oba Ladoja said, “I am honored to ascend the Olubadan throne, and I look forward to welcoming our…
MultiChoice has received the final regulatory green light from South Africa’s Independent Communications Authority (ICASA) for its R55 billion ($3.17 billion) acquisition by French media giant Canal+. The approval allows the transfer of Orbicom’s spectrum and electronic communication licences, a crucial step toward Canal+ gaining full operational control. The ICASA approval, granted on 28 August 2025 and made public on 18 September, covers Orbicom’s I-ECNS, I-ECS, and Radio Frequency Spectrum licences. This enables Canal+ to operate networks, roll out services, and use allocated frequencies across South Africa. Commenting on the development, a Canal+ spokesperson said, “This approval marks a significant…
The Osun State Government has officially banned graduation ceremonies for nursery and kindergarten pupils across both public and private schools in the state. In a circular signed by Muritala Jimoh, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, the government stated that graduation events will now only be allowed for Primary Six and Senior Secondary School Three (SSS3) students. Commenting on the decision, the ministry explained, “This policy aims to reduce the financial burden on parents, minimize the loss of instructional time, and curb the commercialization of early childhood education.” The directive also includes a new policy on textbook usage.…
Several major European airports, including Brussels, Berlin Brandenburg, and London Heathrow, experienced significant disruptions on September 19, 2025, due to a cyber-related incident affecting airline check-in and boarding systems. The disruption targeted Collins Aerospace’s MUSE software, which powers self-service systems used by airports and airlines worldwide. As a result, electronic check-in and baggage drop services were unavailable, forcing staff to revert to manual procedures. Brussels Airport reported major flight delays. In a statement, the airport said, “Passengers are advised to check flight statuses as manual procedures are being implemented. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.” Berlin airport disconnected its systems…