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 Charlie Kirk, a professional conservative debater and author, has been shot at Utah Valley University.  Eyewitnesses stated that Kirk was "shot near his neck" during a question and answer session with students. According to the same eyewitnesses he "fell from his chair" after being struck. In the video it appears he was struck in his neck. Charlie Kirk is best known for going to campuses and debating with students about "hot button and controversial issues".  One young woman on scene said it was complete chaos after Charlie Kirk had been struck. There were 2 to 3,000 people in attendance and video shows the large mass of students fleeing the scene in a panic. She said the mood was "very mellow and peaceful" between Charlie and the students before it happened.  The suspect is in custody. Eyewitnesses stated the suspect "appeared to be an older gentleman". The campus is on lockdown. They have not updated what condition Charlie Kirk is in...

 A passenger on a Royal Caribbean Cruise ship bails overboard in an attempt to skip out on $16,000 gambling debt. Jey Diaz was arrested in Puerto Rico on September 7th. He is being charged with a federal crime after attempting to skip out on a massive gambling debt he incurred while on a week long cruise. Jey had set sail on the "Rhapsody of the Seas" on August 31st when it departed from San Juan for a week long cruise to Barbados and back. While on the cruise, Jey spent most of his time in the casino, where he racked up a $16,710.24 debt.    Apparently, Jey felt he should not have to pay for his gambling debts, so he cooked up a high stakes escape plan that fell flat immediately upon execution.  On September 7th, after the ship had returned to the Port of San Juan as other passengers were disembarking from the ship, Jey jumped from the ship. Diaz's grand escape was quickly thwarted when he was picked up by authorities on jet skis and brought ashore to face justice. ...

 Congo's Ebola-hit towns under confinement as cases tick up Towns affected by Congo's latest Ebola outbreak have erected checkpoints to restrict population movements, officials said this week, as cases increased slightly and aid workers warned that the response was underfunded, Reuters reported. Democratic Republic of Congo's health ministry last week declared the country's first Ebola outbreak in three years, with 28 suspected cases and 15 deaths. It is the first outbreak in the country's Kasai province since 2008. Kasai's Bulape zone, where the first case was reported, has been placed under confinement, the provincial governor said in a statement dated Monday, with multiple checkpoints put in place to prevent residents from moving in and out of the area. "The problem is that we're afraid that the movement of people from Bulape could lead to contamination in other communities," Francois Mingambengele, administrator of the Mweka territory which inc...

 Treat Informants Same Way as Bandits- Sokoto Gov Aliyu Tells Security Agencies Gov. Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has directed security agencies in Sokoto State to treat anyone found to be an informant to bandits and terrorists the same way they treat bandits. The Governor gave the directive in Wurno and Rabah Local Government Areas during his condolence visit to the communities recently affected by bandits' attacks. He restated his administration’s unwavering commitment to tackling banditry and urged the residents of the rural communities to expose anyone found living above his means to the relevant authorities for proper investigation. Gov. Aliyu expressed dismay over the activities of some persons who engage in “informants' syndrome” for peanuts.  He warned such individuals and their accomplices to desist and seek legitimate sources of livelihood, stressing that no informant will be spared under the new strategy being adopted to curb banditry in the state. “We are determined...

 PRESS RELEASE   RE: NBA DRAGS IG TO COURT OVER TINTED-GLASS PERMIT POLICY   The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is aware of a Punch Newspaper publication of 5th September, 2025 reporting that the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA) has dragged the Inspector-General of Police to court over tinted-glass permit policy. It is pertinent to set the records straight to avoid misinformation to the good citizens of Nigeria on the legality of the issuance of tinted permits by the Police.   Section 2(3a) of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, 2004 empowers the Inspector-General of Police or any person duly authorised by him to grant or approve the permit. Furthermore, Section 1(2) of the same Act provides that an applicant must show good cause either on health grounds or for security reasons before the use of tinted glass can be approved. The essence of this regulation is consistent with the core mandate of the Police to prevent crimes, as the permit is a critical tool ...

 ANAMBRA POLICE COMMAND DECORATES 89 INSPECTORS TO ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENTS OF POLICE, INDUCTS THEM INTO THE OFFICERS’ MESS The Anambra State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD, today 10th September, 2025 decorated 89 (Eighty-Nine) newly promoted Inspectors to the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) in a colourful ceremony held at the Command Headquarters, Awka. The event, which was attended by senior officers of the Command, family members, and well-wishers, marked a significant milestone in the careers of the officers. In addition to their decoration, the officers were officially inducted into the Police Officers’ Mess, symbolizing their transition into the Officer Cadre of the Nigeria Police Force. The CP represented by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the Criminal Investigation Department Awka DCP Mantu Chong mni congratulated the newly promoted officers and charged them to see their el...

 2026 WCQ: ‘I know these tricks’ – Asamoah Gyan accuses Osimhen of faking injury Former Ghanaian striker, Asamoah Gyan has accused Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen of faking injury. Gyan made the accusation after Osimhen missed Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa on Tuesday. Recall that Osimhen had already returned back to Galatasaray after picking up a leg injury during the Super Eagles’ World Cup qualifier 1-0 win against Rwanda last weekend. As a result, the 26-year-old didn’t feature in Nigeria’s 1-1 draw with Bafana Bafana on Tuesday evening at the Free State Stadium. Galatasaray later released a statement, insisting that Osimhen had sustained an ankle ligament injury. However, Gyan doesn’t believe Osimhen sustained an injury. “I know these tricks. Someone said to Osimhen, ‘Look, we spent a lot of money on you. The Champions League is coming up. We don’t like you going to Africa, but go there and play a bit, then get injured and lie on the ground and act...

 Ronaldo equals goal record as Portugal beat Hungary Cristiano Ronaldo equalled a goalscoring record as Portugal edged past Hungary in their 2026 World Cup qualifying match. The striker netted for the 39th time in World Cup qualifying matches, making him the joint-highest ever scorer alongside Guatemala’s Carlos Ruiz-and three ahead of Argentina’s Lionel Messi. Ronaldo, 40, extended his international record to 141 goals in 223 appearances for Portugal, the most by any male player for the country. His goal at the Puskas Arena on Tuesday came from the penalty spot in the 58th minute after Hungary forward Barnabas Varga had a 21st-minute opener cancelled out by Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva 15 minutes later. Varga equalised in the 84th minute and the hosts looked set for a point, but Joao Cancelo fired home just two minutes later to earn a dramatic victory for Roberto Martinez’s side. Ronaldo also scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Armenia on Saturday, leaving them to...

 Blackout: Okpebholo moves to resolves Ossiomo shareholders’ bickering Subscribers to Ossiomo Power may get electricity this week if Edo Governor, Monday Okpebholo, successfully broker peace between the Ossiomo Power and Infrastructure Company and the Jiangsu Communication Clean Energy Technology Company. Ossiomo Power was shut down due to ownership tussle between both firms. Sources said the intervention of Governor Okpebholo was to ensure electricity is restored to subscribers. Electricity supply from Ossiomo Power was cut off since September 1st when the Chinese partners shut down the power plant. It was gathered the Chinese partners took the action after it discovered many infractions in the agreement. A top government official, who confirmed Governor Okpebholo meeting with the Ossiomo Power partners, expressed optimism that power would be restored after the meeting. “The state Governor has called both shareholders to discuss how to resolve the issue. The meeting will hold this...

 Soludo’s wife to Ekwunife: Leave me out of politics, defend your alleged fake PhD Wife of the Governor of Anambra State, Mrs Nonye Soludo, has asked the deputy governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the forthcoming governorship election, Senator Uche Ekwunife, to leave her out of politics and concentrate on her struggles. Mrs Soludo who was reacting to a video where the senator, while trying to attack the governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, stated that his wife, Nonye, worked with Mbadinuju’s government, which was considered to have failed. But Mrs Soludo in her reply urged Ekwunife to rather focus on how to defend her PhD degree, which have been allegedly found out to be fake and issued by an unaccredited institution. The wife of the governor in a statement signed by her media Adviser, Mr Daniel Ezeigwe said: “At no time was Soludo nor his wife involved in the government of the time (Mbadinuju). Though it is sad that Senator Ekwunife would ...

 Wike fines Ganduje, Oyinlola N5m for converting homes to commercial use Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), has fined property owners in Abuja N5 million each for converting their buildings to other uses without approval. In a notice published in national dailies on Monday, the federal capital territory (FCTA) said the minister has given the property owners 30 days to regularise their titles. Most of the properties were converted from residential to commercial use. “This is to notify the general public, particularly allottees/title holders of properties, that the honourable minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), his excellency, barr. Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, CON, has approved a reviewed land use/purpose clause of properties on the underlisted streets/locations of the federal capital city (FCC),” the notice reads. “All affected allottees/holders of properties who, without approval, converted the land use of their properties on the above listed streets...

APC expecting more governors’ defection – Yilwatda The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has said more governors will dump their parties and join the APC ahead of the 2027 general elections to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. Yilwatda, represented by the Deputy National Chairman (South), Chief Emma Eneukwu, spoke on Tuesday at the 12th Expanded Stakeholders’ Meeting of the Bayelsa State chapter of the party in Yenagoa, where the APC formally endorsed Tinubu as its sole presidential candidate for 2027. He said Tinubu’s governance style and performance had continued to attract defections from opposition figures, adding that more senators and House of Representatives members were also joining the ruling party. It would be recalled that Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno recently defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the APC to back the President’s re-election. Yilwatda said:“Our doo...

 Finest England night leaves Tuchel with selection dilemmas Thomas Tuchel spoke like a man who knew the best night of his England reign was coming from the moment he landed in Belgrade. The German heard questions about his methods after the dire World Cup qualifier win against Andorra on Saturday - a fourth successive competitive victory, but one that ended with thousands of supporters at Villa Park voting with their feet long before the end. "I see what I see. I feel what I feel. I am convinced we will improve, then get better and better," said Tuchel before England's qualifier against Serbia. He echoed that message as he basked in the elation of Tuesday night's 5-0 triumph. Tuchel's side delivered on that promise - and then some - with a masterclass that swept Serbia aside in their own Belgrade fortress, the predicted hostile crowd silenced from virtually the first whistle by a performance of total domination. And, on what was the perfect night for Tuchel, he no...

 Gov Soludo orders arrest of security operatives after Onitsha shooting Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, has ordered the arrest of security operatives involved in the shooting near Emeka Offor Plaza, Onitsha Main Market. At least one person died after task force operatives opened fire in a market in Anambra state on Tuesday. Shortly after the incident, Soludo directed that the suspects be arrested and handed over to the police for prosecution, and that the medical needs of those who sustained injuries be taken care of. This was disclosed in a statement by the state Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor. Mefor said the Anambra State Government was aware of the disturbance that occurred at the market. “We appreciate the swift intervention of the Police, who have restored calm and order to the area. An investigation into the incident has commenced, and the government will ensure that all necessary measures are taken to prevent similar occurrences in the future,” he stated. “R...

 NCAA meets with domestic airlines over flight disruptions The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) on Wednesday met with officials of domestic airline operators in the country. The meeting held in Abuja followed concerns raised about flight disruptions, the attitude of some airline staff, among other issues. According to sources in the Authority, the purpose of the engagement was to speak to regulatory issues around unruly passenger behaviour and passenger handling protocols, unresolved refund or compensation issues, as well as the enforcement of phone switch-off instructions, protection for cabin crew, and improved travel experience for passengers. Core TV News reports that the engagement stems from the increasing concerns from some recent confrontations between air customers, crew members, and airline operators. NCAA stated that there has been an increase in the number of complaints from customers. The regulator urged operators to stick to its regulations in their operations....

 INEC Confirms David Mark as ADC Chairman, Aregbesola as Secretary The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially recognized two prominent Nigerian politicians, Sen David Mark and Ogbeni RAUF AREGBESOLA as the new leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). According to the confirmation, David Mark, a former Senate President, will now serve as the National Chairman of the ADC, while Aregbesola, Nigeria’s immediate past Minister of Interior, takes up the position of National Secretary. David Mark is a veteran politician and retired military officer who represented Benue South Senatorial District for decades. He made history as one of Nigeria’s longest-serving Senate Presidents, holding the gavel from 2007 to 2015. Known for his conservative style and influence in national politics, Mark’s return to party leadership could signal renewed energy for the ADC. Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola is a seasoned politician and technocrat. He previously served as Governor of Os...

 HOUSE PUBLIC ACCOUNT COMMITTEE CLARIFIES SPEAKER'S POSITION ON NIGERIA'S DEBT The Public Accounts Committee of the House of Representatives has described as inaccurate, some media reports which quoted the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen as alleging that the current administration was involved in reckless borrowing and unsubstantiated debt. The Committee clarifies that the Speaker, represented by Majority Leader of the House, Julius Ihonvbere at the West African Association of Public Accounts Committee Annual Conference did not criticize Nigeria's debt profile.  Instead, it says, the Speaker charged members of the public accounts committee from West African countries to deepen their oversight of public debt expenditure in order to ensure that there is value for money.

 Intra-African Trade Fair: Obasanjo Urges African Unity For Action And Development  At the Intra-African Trade Fair in Algeria, former President Olusegun Obasanjo had a message — Africa must unite to achieve The Africa We Want. He told global and trade leaders that rhetoric is no longer enough; only concrete action and political will can deliver integration and real development across the continent. Afreximbank President, Benedict Oramah, struck a similar tone, stressing that Africa cannot grow trade without tearing down the barriers that still hold businesses back. Harmonizing policies and cutting red tape, are some of the recommendations coming out of IATF 2025, pushing that the continent be ready not just to trade, but to thrive.

 Nigeria And Angola Strengthen Ties; Sign 13 New Agreements Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Bianca Ojukwu reiterates Nigeria’s resolve to deepening the strong Nigeria-Angola bilateral relations for the mutual benefit of both countries, signaling a strong and renewed partnership.  This was when Bianca Ojukwu declared open, the 5th session of Nigeria-Angola bilateral economic joint commission in Luanda, Angola. The minister in a statement points out part of the outcomes at the closing that include: activation of the joint commission, MOUs covering strategic sectors, such as Education, Health, Defence, Banking, Oil and Gas, Aviation, Culture, Youth Development, Media and many more.  Furthermore, two "twinning agreements" between Nigerian and Angolan states (Bayelsa-Namibe and Nasarawa-Bengo) are also in consideration. 13 out 19 agreements have been finalized and signed by both countries in the session. And 4 working groups have been tasked to streamline future cooperat...

 NISO ATTRIBUTES LOSS OF POWER FROM THE NATIONAL GRID TO SYSTEM TRIPPING The Nigerian Independent System Operator, NISO has attributed the system disturbance which resulted in loss of power from the National grid to tripping of a Generation company  The incident, NISO says resulted in significant load drop that cascaded to other Generation companies leading to system disturbance  NISO says restoration of the grid has commenced immediately with supply to Abuja from Shiroro power plant and substantial restoration has been achieved across the country  Investigation has commenced with outcome to determine proactive action to forestall future occurrence

 PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES CHIEF OF KAGORO UFUWAI BONET AT 90  President Bola Tinubu has congratulated His Royal Highness, Dr Ufuwai Bonet, the Chief of Kagoro, on his 90th birthday. This is contained in a statement by Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser to the President, Information and Strategy. It adds that Dr Bonet is a first-class chief and deputy chairman of the Kaduna State Council of Chiefs and Emirs. President Tinubu joins the people of Kagoro Chiefdom, the government and the people of Kaduna State, as well as friends and well-wishers, to celebrate the monarch on this milestone. The President salutes the revered royal father for his contributions to peace in his domain and Southern Kaduna, noting the monarch's commitment to community development, cultural revival, and preservation since ascending the throne in 2008. "Your Royal Highness has shown character, discipline, and a commitment towards peace and security, not just in your domain but in the entire Kaduna State. P...

 LAGOS HEALTH LEADERS CHART NEW COURSE, ALIGN PLANS WITH BUDGET IN 2026 AOP DEVELOPMENT … Human Resource Development, Medical University Dominate Health Priorities ... Digitalisation, Mandatory Health Insurance Identified as Game Changers The Lagos State Ministry of Health has commenced its 2026 Annual Operational Plan (AOP) development process with a strong call for deliberate planning, alignment with global and national directives, and prioritisation of resources to deliver impactful health outcomes for residents. Speaking at a Top Management Committee Meeting on the AOP development process held on Monday, 8th September 2025, at Protea Hotel, Ikeja, the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, stressed that effective operational planning must not only draw from international and continental directives but also reflect the Lagos Strategic Development Plan and the THEMES Plus Agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration. Prof. Abayomi noted that health plan...

 ACCOUNTANT FOUND DEAD IN CAR IN ABUJA 10th September, 2025  An accountant with the Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria, Kasham Thomas, was on Monday found dead inside her car in the Gwarinpa area of Abuja. Her body, which bore stab wounds to the chest and stomach, was discovered along 35 Road. Police recovered a knife, believed to be the murder weapon, and an Apple Watch from the vehicle. Officers from the Gwarinpa Division evacuated the body to Kubwa General Hospital after notifying her family. Relatives said Ms. Thomas had earlier visited Karshi to pick up her children ahead of school resumption. She reportedly dropped them off at her home in Lugbe before leaving again later in the evening. The case adds to recent incidents of violent crime in the FCT. Last week, a Bolt driver was found dead with a stab wound on the Gwarinpa–Kubwa Expressway, while another unidentified body was discovered in a car at the National Assembly complex. Police have confirmed the incident ...

 NEWBORN DUMPED IN AKWANGA BUSH FOUND ALIVE, MOTHER ARRESTED 10th September, 2025   A community in Akwanga, Nasarawa State, was thrown into shock on Wednesday after residents discovered a newborn baby girl abandoned in a bush near Hope Academy Primary School in the A. A. Koto area. Wrapped in a cloth and left to fate, the tiny girl was found still alive and rescued by passersby, who immediately handed her over to the police. Investigations revealed that her mother, a final-year NCE student of the College of Education, Akwanga, had dumped the child. She was later traced and arrested with the help of friends and schoolmates. The heartbreaking incident has stirred anger and sorrow among residents, many of whom described the baby’s survival as nothing short of a miracle. They also decried the growing trend of newborn abandonment, blaming it on economic hardship and social pressures. 

 GOV. ALIA LAUNCHES BIPC ECO-CITY ESTATE TO TRANSFORM MAKURDI'S HOUSING LANDSCAPE 10th September, 2025   Benue State took a bold step toward modern urban development today as Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia officially laid the foundation for the BIPC Eco-City Estate in Makurdi. Represented by his Deputy, Barr. Sam Ode, mni, Governor Alia reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to making affordable, quality housing a reality for Benue people. He declared that the Eco-City Estate is part of his vision to transform Makurdi into a world-class modern city, complete with strong infrastructure and accessible road networks. The governor praised the innovative leadership of BIPC’s Group Managing Director, Dr. Raymond Asemakaha-CFA, describing the project as a milestone in reshaping the housing sector. He further encouraged residents and investors to embrace the opportunity, assuring them of government’s continued support. Dr. Asemakaha disclosed that the Eco-City Estat...

 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES DIRECTOR-GENERAL OF ICRC JOBSON OSEODION EWALEFOH ON 50TH BIRTHDAY President Bola Tinubu extends heartfelt felicitations to Dr Jobson Oseodion Ewalefoh, the Director-General of the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC), on his 50th birthday, September 10, 2025. The President commends Dr Ewalefoh's commitment to advancing Nigeria's infrastructure development through Public-Private Partnerships (PPP). President Tinubu notes that under Dr Ewalefoh's stewardship, the commission has strengthened regulatory oversight, deepened transparency in project delivery, and aligned its work with the Renewed Hope Agenda through bold and sustainable reforms. The President recalls the PPP Summit convened by the ICRC in June 2025, which he had the honour of declaring open. The Summit united government, investors, and development partners around a clear framework that has restored confidence and provided fresh momentum fo...

 Blackout As Nigeria’s National Grid Collapses Again Nigeria was plunged into darkness on Wednesday afternoon after yet another collapse of the national electricity grid. An update from the official monitoring handle showed that as of 12:25 PM, power distribution had dropped drastically across the country. Abuja DisCo was receiving 20MW, Benin DisCo 10MW, Ibadan DisCo 20MW, while Eko, Enugu, Ikeja, Jos, Kaduna, Kano, Port Harcourt, and Yola DisCos all recorded zero supply. This latest collapse comes just months after a major outage in March, which left many parts of the country, including Lagos, without electricity. That incident occurred only days after the federal government announced what it described as a “historic rise” in power generation to 6,000MW. However, by 2:00 PM on Wednesday, power output had crashed below 1,000MW, down from about 4,000MW generated earlier in the day. The peak recorded generation was 5,284MW. Confirming the disruption, the Ikeja Electricity Distributi...

 Bank Manager and Two Tellers in Court for R3.9 Million Embezzlement in Mpumalanga What initially appeared to be a good year in August 2016 turned into a nightmare for clients after a bank manager and two tellers allegedly embezzled R3,950,941 through unauthorised transactions from customers’ accounts. A year later, in 2017, the Hawks’ Nelspruit-based Serious Commercial Crime Investigation unit closed in on the trio, who were subsequently arrested for fraud, theft, and contravention of the Prevention of Organised Crime Act. They were later released on bail pending further investigations. On Monday, 04 September 2025, one of the accused, teller Bonginkosi Praise Khoza, pleaded guilty to all charges and was found guilty. He is expected to be sentenced on 13 November 2025. Meanwhile, alleged bank manager Selby Khoza and teller Winny Mashaba have maintained their innocence. Their bail has been extended, and they are expected to appear alongside Khoza during his sentencing.

 Pretoria Police Constable Holds Family Hostage in Mamelodi, Ends in Tragedy Disturbing news has emerged from Pretoria after a 32-year-old police constable held his family hostage in Mamelodi on Monday. Reports indicate that the constable kept his family under siege from the morning, not allowing them to move or do anything. Police, including the Special Task Force, were called to the scene. According to information received, the constable had discovered that his wife was allegedly cheating with his brother, a matter the entire family reportedly knew about except him. During the standoff, he allegedly attempted to shoot his grandmother, but his 18-year-old nephew intervened and was fatally shot. Shortly after the incident, the constable turned the gun on himself and took his own life. Police investigations into the tragic incident are continuing.

 Namakgale family of nine left homeless after fire guts house A family of nine from Foskor in Namakgale, outside Phalaborwa, has been left homeless after a fire destroyed their home on Sunday morning. The blaze ripped through the Mangena household, reducing children’s books, uniforms, and clothing to ashes. Shocked neighbors gathered at the gate as firefighters battled to contain the flames. Speaking to  Limpopo Current Affairs, the sister of the family said she first noticed something was wrong when the fan in her room suddenly switched off. “I could smell something burning from the passage, and when I stepped out, I realised the house was on fire,” she said. The cause of the fire remains unknown. In the aftermath, the Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality has donated sponges to the family, while community members have rallied together, offering food. Volunteers are also helping clean the house to remove the debris and dirt left by the blaze. Despite the support, the family has lo...

 KEPA General Manager Quits, Wishes Gov. Uba Sani Success The General Manager of the Kaduna State Environmental Protection Authority (KEPA), Dr. Yusuf Yakubu Arrigasiyyu, has resigned from his position. In a letter dated September 6, 2025, and addressed to the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Arrigasiyyu announced his voluntary resignation with immediate effect. He referenced his appointment letter dated December 12, 2023, and expressed gratitude while wishing Governor Uba Sani a successful tenure in office. His resignation letter partly reads: "I wish to notify you of my decision to voluntarily resign with immediate effect. I wish the governor, His Excellency Mallam Uba Sani, a successful tenure in office."

 Kaduna Govt Cautions Private Schools Against Unapproved Fee Hikes The Kaduna State Government has warned private school owners not to increase tuition fees without official clearance from the Kaduna State Schools Quality Assurance Authority (KSSQAA). In a circular dated September 7, 2023, with reference number KSSQAA/GEN.37/VOL.I, the authority noted that some proprietors had been raising fees in violation of regulations. The letter, signed by Mercy Bainta Kude, Director of the Private Schools Department, stressed that approval documents clearly prohibit such changes without regulatory consent. “No proprietor or proprietress should increase school fees or upgrade their institution without the approval of KSSQAA,” the directive stated, adding that operators must strictly adhere to rules, particularly at a time when the government is reducing fees in public schools. The circular also reminded proprietors that procedures for reviewing fees are clearly spelt out. It explained that no ...

 Senegal PM Sonko declines invitation for first official trip to France Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko says he will not attend an investor forum in France due later this month despite an invitation by organisers, citing scheduling constraints. Sonko was invited to be the guest of honour at the September 23 forum in Paris organised by French investment bank, BPI France. It would have been his first official trip to France as Senegal’s prime minister. “Due to a scheduling impediment, the Prime Minister will be unable to honor this invitation, which he would have liked to attend in person,” Sonko’s office said in a statement, TRT Afrika reported. He will instead be represented at the event by a member of the government, it added. Other foreign trips However the prime minister announced two other foreign trips later this month. He will be at the United Arab Emirates this week for a four-day official visit where he is scheduled to meet President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahy...

 ANAMBRA SECURITY: POLICE COMMAND STRATEGICALLY STRENGTHENS POLICE DIVISIONS FOR ENHANCED SECURITY AND SERVICE DELIVERY The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD, has reiterated the Command’s commitment to building a strong security architecture across the State by strategically positioning Police Divisions to serve as fortresses against common enemies of the people. The CP stated this on the 9th of September 2025, during the commissioning of the CP Orutugu’s Eagles Eye Tower at Ekwulobia Division, Aguata LGA. He commended the collaborative efforts of security stakeholders, community leaders, and partner agencies in Aguata for their unwavering support in strengthening grassroots policing. The CP further noted that security is a collective responsibility and that the resilience of our communities is greatly enhanced when stakeholders unite with the Police in proactive measures such as this. The Eagle’s Eye Tower is more than an infrastructure...