Ogun Govt Takes Over Prosecution, Refutes Claims in NYSC Official’s Case
The Ogun State Government has dismissed circulating claims questioning the strength of evidence in the case involving Abass Olalekan, a Local Government Inspector (LGI) with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Abeokuta South. Olalekan was arraigned on Monday March 23, 2026, before Magistrate Court 1 sitting in Isabo, Abeokuta, on a two-count charge. He…
Super Eagles Striker Awoniyi Risks FA Sanction Over Religious Goal Celebration
Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi is facing the possibility of disciplinary action from the The Football Association after his goal celebration during Nottingham Forest’s 3-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. Global Mirror News gathered that the Nigerian International, who came off the bench to score Forest’s third goal, made a strong impact as the…
Police Arrest Two Nurses Over Alleged Fatal Injection of Young Sisters
The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested two Nurses in connection with the tragic death of two young sisters, aged three and six, following the alleged administration of a wrong injection at the General Hospital in Zuru. Global Mirror News gathered that the incident occurred on March 18, sparking outrage and grief within the community,…
Truck Crashes Into Gombe Government House Gate, Causes Extensive Damage
The incident occurred at about 12:55 p.m. and involved a section of the gate reportedly constructed as part of ongoing renovation works under Governor Muhammadu Yahaya. The facility is yet to be officially commissioned. Eyewitnesses told Global Mirror News that the truck appeared to have lost control moments before veering off the road and crashing…
MC Oluomo Reclaims NURTW Secretariat in Abuja, Inspects Damage After Rival Takeover
The leadership crisis rocking the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) escalated on Tuesday March 24, as its National President, Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, regained control of the Union’s National Secretariat in Abuja. Akinsanya’s return to the facility comes barely 24 hours after a rival faction led by Tajudeen Baruwa stormed…
Just In: Omoluabi Movement Rebrands As Yayi Progressives Movement In Ogun
The Omoluabi Movement, a prominent political group in Ogun State, has rebranded as the Yayi Progressives Movement (YPM) ahead of the 2027 general elections. The decision was announced in a press statement signed by the Convener, Armstrong ‘Tope Akintunde, and released to journalists in Abeokuta on Tuesday by the movement’s State Media Director, Oluseun Joshua….
From Ogun to the Nation: How Abiodun’s Learner Identification Number Became a Template for Reform
By Yekini Alli In public policy, ideas rarely gain true legitimacy until they travel. A reform conceived in one place, tested under real conditions, and then adopted more broadly carries a certain authority—proof not just of concept, but of impact. This is the trajectory now defining Nigeria’s adoption of the Learner’s Identification Number (LIN), a…
Osimhen Undergoes Surgery After Champions League Injury, Set for Recovery
Nigerian International and Victor Osimhen has successfully undergone surgery following an injury sustained during UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash between Galatasaray and Liverpool FC, Global Mirror News reports. The striker picked up the injury in the second-leg encounter at Anfield after an aerial collision with Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté. Despite initially continuing play…
BUK Expels 171 Students Over Fake Admission Credentials, Cracks Down on Academic Fraud
In a sweeping move to uphold academic standards, Bayero University Kano (BUK) has expelled 171 students for presenting falsified admission credentials, Global Mirror News reports. The mass expulsion was ratified during the University Senate’s 433rd meeting held on March 4, 2026, following deliberations on findings submitted by the Senate Committee on Entry Qualification Irregularities. According…
Eight Feared Dead as Terrorists Detonate IED, Destroy Bridge in Niger
At least eight persons have been feared dead following a deadly improvised explosive device (IED) attack allegedly carried out by suspected terrorists in Niger State. Global Mirror News gathered that the victims were travelling in a vehicle along the Luma axis in Borgu Local Government Area when the vehicle reportedly ran over the explosive device,…
