Enugu State says tourism will be a major driver of its planned $30 billion economy, with the government revamping key tourist sites and targeting about three million visitors annually.
AI took centre stage as Governor Peter Mbah urged young innovators in Enugu to harness Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies to transform health, education and agriculture at the Enugu Tech Festival.
IMT Convocation 2026 saw 28,848 students graduate in Enugu as the Institute of Management and Technology cleared an eight-year backlog, announced key industry partnerships and rewarded top HND graduates with full employment offers and accommodation.
The Cross River State Government is targeting more than ₦19 billion in economic benefits from the 2026 Carnival Calabar as it expands digital participation, attracts tourists and creates opportunities for businesses and young creatives.
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast dust haze across northern states and thunderstorms with varying rainfall intensity over several parts of the country from Monday to Wednesday. Â
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has identified overcrowding, stigma, inadequate funding and shortages of instructors as major challenges to the effective rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates. Â
Troops of 3 Brigade, Nigerian Army, under Operation MESA have successfully carried out a rescue operation, freeing a kidnapped victim and recovering N10 million in ransom in Falgore Forest, Kano State. Â