Fear of Violence Overshadows Osun Governorship Election as Parties Trade Allegations Concerns over violence, threats and intimidation are casting a shadow over Saturday’s Osun State governorship election, with political parties, civil society organisations and other stakeholders urging authorities to protect voters and ensure a peaceful and credible poll. The growing tension comes just days before […]

Nigeria’s Blood Supply Crisis Deepens as Donor Fatigue and Economic Hardship Take Toll Nigeria is facing a widening blood supply crisis, with hospitals struggling to meet demand as economic hardship, donor fatigue, misinformation and a heavy reliance on replacement donations undermine efforts to build a dependable national blood system. The crisis is particularly concerning because […]

Cross River Government Debunks Report of Deputy Governor Peter Odey in Auto Accident The Office of the Deputy Governor of Cross River State has dismissed viral reports claiming that the Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, was involved in an automobile accident. The office described the reports as false, urging members of the public to […]

Air Passengers May Soon Track Checked Luggage as NCAA Moves to Introduce RFID Technology Air passengers in Nigeria may soon be able to track their checked luggage as the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority NCAA moves to introduce Radio Frequency Identification RFID technology across airports nationwide. The initiative is aimed at reducing cases of missing, delayed […]

Heirs Life Assurance Appoints Jerry Eze as Independent Non Executive Director Heirs Life Assurance, the specialist life insurance company of Heirs Insurance Group, has appointed Jerry Eze as an Independent Non-Executive Director on its Board, effective August 10, 2026. The appointment adds Eze to the company’s board as it continues to strengthen its leadership and […]

Delta Government Indefinitely Suspends Works Commissioner Over Alleged Assault The Delta State Government has indefinitely suspended the Commissioner for Works Highway and Urban Roads, Reuben Izeze, over allegations linking him to the alleged assault of the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on Protocol, Mr Simon Mudi. The suspension follows allegations surrounding an incident […]

Oyo Abduction Inquiry Panel Calls for Public Memoranda, Sets August 14 Deadline The Judicial Commission of Inquiry established by the Oyo State Government to investigate the abduction of 46 pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Council has called on members of the public to submit memoranda and relevant information to assist its investigation. The panel […]

Over 80 Flights Cancelled as Picketing Disrupts Operations at Lagos and Abuja Airports At least 80 flights were cancelled during an eight hour picketing exercise at Lagos and Abuja airports, causing significant disruption to local and regional air travel. The industrial action affected passengers and airlines as the picketing disrupted airport operations and led to […]

Four Financial Instruments Could Close Up to 65% of Lagos’ ₦6tn Housing Gap Lagos State faces an estimated ₦6 trillion annual housing capital gap, but a new proposal says the solution may lie beyond simply building more houses. A report by GTI Research has identified four financial instruments that could collectively mobilise between ₦2.75 trillion […]

Gunmen Abduct Ogun Farm Owner, Demand ₦500m Ransom Gunmen have abducted a farm owner, Oreoluwa Osonuga, in Ikenne Local Government Area of Ogun State, reportedly demanding a ransom of ₦500 million for his release. The incident has heightened concerns over the security situation in the area, particularly for farmers and residents living and working in […]

ASUU Places 20 Universities on Strike Path, Gives Government 14-Day Ultimatum The Academic Staff Union of Universities ASUU has authorised 20 universities to begin processes that could lead to industrial action over the alleged failure of the Federal Government and state governments to implement the 2025 FGN-ASUU Agreement. The union reportedly issued a 14-day ultimatum […]

Nigeria’s Digital Divide Persists 25 Years After GSM Revolution Nigeria’s digital divide remains a major concern 25 years after the launch of the GSM revolution, with 18 states still recording less than 2,000 kilometres of fibre-optic deployment. Despite the rapid expansion of telecommunications services over the past two decades, significant gaps remain in the country’s […]

Passengers Stranded as Aviation Unions Ground Air Peace Flights in Lagos, Abuja Passengers were left stranded on Tuesday morning as aviation labour unions grounded Air Peace operations in Lagos and Abuja over allegations that the airline prevented its workers from unionising and failed to remit ticket sales charges due to the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority […]

EU Clarifies Role in Nigeria’s 2027 Elections, Dismisses Reports of Withdrawal The European Union EU has clarified its continued involvement in Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, dismissing reports suggesting that it plans to withdraw from supporting the country’s electoral process. The clarification followed reports and reactions surrounding the EU’s alleged decision to discontinue its engagement with […]

Osun Records 73 Election Related Violent Incidents, 29 Deaths Ahead of August 15 Poll No fewer than 73 election-related violent incidents, resulting in 29 deaths, have been recorded in Osun State ahead of the August 15 election, according to a Pre-Election Security Risk Assessment by the Kimpact Development Initiative KDI. The report, released ahead of […]

States Impose Hefty Campaign Billboard Fees Ahead of Elections, Opposition Kicks Several states, including Abia, Anambra, Bauchi and Ebonyi, have imposed hefty fees on political campaign billboards and related advertising ahead of the forthcoming elections, with levies reportedly ranging from N20 million to more than N200 million. The development has sparked concerns among opposition parties […]

Tinubu Hails AfCFTA Recognition of Nigeria’s Customs Modernisation Model, Commends Bergmans as Nigerian Firm Wins Multi-Billion Dollar Continental Project President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the recognition of Nigeria’s Customs modernisation model under the African Continental Free Trade Area AfCFTA, describing the development as a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to strengthen trade facilitation […]

NYSC Announces September 3 Pass-Out Date for 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream II The National Youth Service Corps NYSC has announced Thursday, September 3, 2026, as the official passing-out date for members of the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream II. The announcement brings an end to the one-year mandatory national service programme for members of the batch, […]

Glo Unveils ‘Gloria’ AI Assistant Ahead of 23rd Anniversary Telecommunications giant Globacom has unveiled “Gloria,” an artificial intelligence-powered virtual assistant designed to improve customer experience on its Glo Café platform. The new innovation is part of the company’s digital transformation drive as Globacom prepares to mark its 23rd anniversary on August 29, 2026. According to […]

Plateau, UNICEF Intensify Efforts to Contain Cholera Outbreak The Plateau State Government, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund UNICEF, has intensified preparedness and response efforts to contain the ongoing cholera outbreak in parts of the state. The intervention is aimed at strengthening community-level response, reducing deaths and preventing further transmission of the disease […]

GDP Is Growing, But Can Nigerians Feel It Makinde Questions Economic Gains Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has acknowledged that Nigeria’s economy is growing but questioned whether the improvement reflected in economic statistics is translating into better living conditions for ordinary Nigerians. Makinde raised the issue in the August edition of his newsletter, The Business […]

Choroids Limited has developed eSelfcare Mobile, a plant-based wellness application designed to provide users with scientifically validated self-care information on the safe use of plants for personal and family wellness. The app offers users access to information on potential benefits, risks, side effects, and possible interactions between plant-based options and conventional medicines. It is designed […]

All Progressives Congress APC stakeholders in Kogi East have commenced grassroots mobilisation across the nine local government areas in the senatorial district to secure support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo ahead of the 2027 elections. The party stakeholders said the mobilisation drive is aimed at strengthening support structures, engaging communities, […]

Nigeria and the United Kingdom have strengthened cooperation on tax reforms as both countries work together to improve tax administration, increase compliance, and support economic growth. The partnership focuses on sharing expertise, strengthening institutional capacity, and developing more effective tax systems that can enhance revenue generation and improve public financial management. Nigerian officials highlighted the […]