The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has cleared ride-hailing company Bolt to resume operations at airports under its management, following an agreement reached between both parties over how the platform will operate within the airport environment. The development comes after a temporary disruption of e-hailing services at some Nigerian airports triggered complaints from travellers,…
A Nigerian Doctor has triggered widespread reactions online after criticising a mother who placed sliced onions on her baby’s feet as a traditional home remedy for cold symptoms. A video showing the mother applying the onions to the baby reportedly circulated on social media on Monday, August 25, 2026, prompting debate over traditional remedies, parental…
The United States has temporarily paused immigrant visa appointments at its embassies and consulates worldwide as the administration of President Donald Trump introduces stricter screening measures aimed at determining whether prospective immigrants are likely to depend on Government benefits. The development affects people seeking U.S. immigrant visas, including many applicants pursuing family-based and employment-based permanent…
A video showing a mother allegedly flogging her toddler during a birthday photo shoot has triggered widespread outrage and renewed concerns over the treatment of young children. The footage, which has circulated widely on social media, reportedly captured the woman using a cane on the child inside a photography studio while preparations were underway for…
Troops of the Nigerian Army, working in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), have arrested five female suspects believed to be involved in supplying logistics to terrorist elements in Borno State. The arrests were carried out at about 6:48 p.m. on August 17, 2026, at Ngurusoye village by troops of the…
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a Nationwide public holiday to commemorate Eid ul Mawlid, the annual celebration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. The declaration was announced on Friday, August 21, by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry,…
The Federal Government has clarified that membership of Professional Associations and possession of Professional Certifications should not, by themselves, automatically determine whether a public servant is appointed, promoted or allowed to advance in the Nigerian public service. The position was reached by the National Council on Establishments (NCE), the highest body responsible for considering and…
What many Nigerians see as an act of compassion at the scene of a road accident could, in some cases, become a life-threatening mistake. A Nigerian Nurse has cautioned members of the public against giving water to accident victims immediately after a crash, explaining that doing so could worsen their condition or even lead to…
The United States Government has announced that it will discontinue routine visa processing at its Embassy in Abuja and 24 other Diplomatic Missions across Africa from August 1, 2026, as part of a major overhaul of its Global Consular operations aimed at strengthening security and improving efficiency. Global Mirror News gathered that the decision, announced…
The Federal Government has cautioned Nigerians seeking employment in the public service to avoid seven common mistakes that could jeopardise their chances of securing legitimate Government jobs. Global Mirror News gathered that the warning was issued by the Federal Character Commission (FCC) in a public awareness advisory published on its official platform, where the Commission…
