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NiMet Calls For Safety Measures As Heat Intensifies Across Nigeria 0
- NEWS
- March 12, 2026
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a nationwide warning over rising temperatures across Nigeria, cautioning that residents in several states including the Federal Capital Territory and Benue may face increased risk of heat stress and related health complications. According to the agency, a surge in ambient temperatures combined with high humidity levels is expected
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Truck Overturns On Otedola Bridge Causing Major Traffic Gridlock 0
- NEWS
- March 11, 2026
A heavy‑goods truck overturned on the Otedola Bridge section of the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway early on Wednesday morning, causing major traffic gridlock for motorists heading both into and out of Lagos. The incident occurred at around 7:00 a.m. on the inward Lagos (Secretariat) axis after the vehicle apparently developed a mechanical fault. Officials from the Lagos State
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Trump Says Iran “Welcome To Compete” In World Cup 0
- SPORTS
- March 11, 2026
United States President Donald Trump has reassured world football authorities that the Iran national football team will be “welcome to compete” in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup despite growing geopolitical tensions involving Iran and the United States, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said. This comment came after a meeting between the two leaders focused on
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Nigeria’s Defence Minister Calls Emergency Meeting Over Rising Attacks on Military Bases 0
- NEWS
- March 11, 2026
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), has convened an urgent high-level meeting with the country’s top military officials at the Ministry of Defence in Abuja. The discussion focuses on the increasing assaults on military facilities, particularly across the North East. Key attendees at the session include: •Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede
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APC Strengthens Majority As Three Reps Decamp From PDP 0
- POLITICS
- March 11, 2026
Three members of the House of Representatives have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) during plenary on Wednesday 11 March 2026. The defections were read on the floor of the House by the Speaker Tajudeen Abbas as part of a series of party realignments currently unfolding in the
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Federal Government Begins Evacuation Of Nigerians From Iran 0
- FOREIGN
- March 11, 2026
The Federal Government of Nigeria has begun evacuating Nigerian citizens from Iran amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The operation is focused on helping willing Nigerians exit the country safely by escorting them across the Armenian border where embassy officials are providing support. The evacuation was confirmed by Abike Dabiri‑Erewa, Chairman and Chief Executive
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