Shettima Leads Niger Delta Agricultural Summit, Highlights Investment Opportunities in Region Vice President Kashim Shettima has joined senior government officials, traditional rulers and key stakeholders at the Niger Delta Agricultural Development and Investment Summit 2026 in Abuja, with discussions focused on unlocking the region’s agricultural potential through strategic investment and partnerships. The summit centred on […]

Court Denies Bail to Suspect Arrested Over Alleged Plot to Attack Schools in Abuja The Federal High Court in Abuja has refused to grant bail to a man arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS) over allegations that he planned multiple attacks on schools within the Federal Capital Territory FCT. The court’s decision followed […]

Renewed Hope Media Tour Inspects Infrastructure Projects in Imo State, Highlights Airport Expansion The Renewed Hope National Media Tour has arrived in Imo State as part of efforts to showcase federal and state government projects and provide Nigerians with first-hand insights into ongoing development initiatives across the South-East. The delegation, led by the Renewed Hope […]

Tinubu Says Nigeria Making “Serious Foundational Progress” as Economic Reforms Continue President Bola Tinubu has said Nigeria is recording “serious foundational progress” under his administration, citing ongoing economic reforms aimed at stabilising the economy, strengthening public finances and improving the country’s competitiveness. The President said the reforms introduced by his government have helped strengthen Nigeria’s […]

Davido Reveals He Spends Up to $300,000 Monthly on Personal Expenses in Nigeria Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed that his monthly personal expenses in Nigeria range between $200,000 and $300,000, highlighting the scale of his lifestyle and financial commitments. The award-winning singer made the disclosure while discussing his spending habits, […]

Over 50 People Killed in Plateau Communities in Three Weeks, Indigenous Youth Coalition Raises Alarm The Chairman of the Northern Zone Coalition of Indigenous Youth Nationalities, Dalyop Mwantiri, has raised alarm over renewed attacks by armed bandits in Plateau State, claiming that at least 50 innocent residents have been killed in communities across the state […]

Deloitte Leadership Visits President Tinubu at State House Senior executives of Deloitte West Africa and Deloitte Africa met with President Bola Tinubu at the State House on Wednesday as part of a high-level engagement focused on economic development, investment opportunities and Nigeria’s business environment. Those present during the visit included Deloitte West Africa Energy Leader […]

Political Parties Clash Over INEC Nomination Deadline as Election Preparations Intensify Political parties have issued conflicting statements over their compliance with the Independent National Electoral Commission’s INEC timetable for the submission of candidates ahead of next year’s general election, following the expiration of the nomination deadline. The deadline has triggered disagreements among parties, with some […]

Tinubu Defends Judges’ Housing Scheme, Says Welfare Support Will Strengthen Judiciary President Bola Tinubu has defended the Federal Capital Territory Administration’s FCTA housing scheme for judicial officers, rejecting claims that the initiative could undermine the independence of the judiciary. Represented by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi SAN, the […]

Sowore Calls for Coroner’s Inquest Into Death of Mary Habila at Minister Umahi’s Residence Human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has demanded a coroner’s inquest into the death of Mary Habila, who reportedly died at the residence of Nigeria’s Minister of Works, David Umahi. Sowore said the circumstances surrounding Habila’s death remain […]

Asake Announces “In God We Trust” World Tour, Set to Take Afrobeats Global Again Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Asake is set to reach another major milestone in his career with the announcement of his upcoming “In God We Trust” World Tour, a global concert series that will take the singer across major cities in Europe and […]

Plateau Government raises alarm over rising number of out-of school children, targets 23.2% crisis through community action The Plateau State Government has expressed concern over the increasing number of children outside the formal education system, revealing that 23.2 per cent of school-age children in the state are currently out of school. The government said it […]

Akota-Chika Serena, world’s top Cambridge IGCSE English scorer, compares exam styles with WAEC Nigerian student Akota-Chika Serena, who achieved the highest score globally in Cambridge IGCSE English, has shared insights into the differences between the Cambridge examination system and the West African Examinations Council WAEC assessment. Akota-Chika Serena, a student of Caleb-British International School in […]

PFIPC Scandal Atiku Demands Independent Probe, Accuses Tinubu Administration of Cover-Up ADC presidential candidate calls for transparent investigation into controversial council allegations Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress ADC candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has called for an independent investigation into the controversy surrounding the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council PFIPC, alleging that the Bola Tinubu […]

Gunmen Attack Kogi School During NECO Examination, Abduct Principal and Students Armed attackers storm examination centre as security agencies launch rescue operation Armed gunmen have reportedly invaded a secondary school in Kogi State while students were sitting for the ongoing National Examinations Council NECO examination, abducting the school principal, students and a NECO official. The […]

Debate Intensifies Over Makinde’s Call for UN Probe Into Oriire School Abduction A growing controversy has emerged over Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s request for a United Nations-backed investigation into the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area, with political leaders, lawmakers and civil society groups divided over whether an international probe […]

Presidential Media Team, PenCom DG Brief Journalists on Commission’s Activities at State House The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi; Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga; and Director-General of the National Pension Commission PenCom, Omolola Oloworaran, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, held a media […]

PenCom Highlights Pension Reforms, Progress at State House Media Briefing The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, and the Director-General of the National Pension Commission PenCom, Omolola Oloworaran, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, addressed journalists at the State House during a media briefing focused on the activities, reforms and achievements […]

FG Seeks Tailored Financing to Unlock Nigeria’s Livestock Sector The Federal Government has called for the development of tailored financing solutions to unlock the potential of Nigeria’s livestock sector and drive sustainable growth across the agricultural value chain. The government said access to affordable and sector-specific funding remains critical to improving livestock production, supporting farmers […]

FG Launches Guidelines to Drive Healthier Food Systems Through Public Procurement The Federal Government has introduced new guidelines aimed at promoting healthier food systems through public procurement, as part of efforts to improve nutrition, strengthen food security and encourage sustainable food practices across the country. The guidelines are designed to ensure that food purchased and […]

FG, Plateau Partner to Boost Trade and Enterprise Growth Under AfCFTA The Federal Government and the Plateau State Government have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening trade and enterprise development by collaborating on initiatives under the African Continental Free Trade Area AfCFTA. The partnership is aimed at helping businesses in the state take advantage of opportunities […]

Marketers Face Rising FX Burden as Dangote Refinery Adopts Dollar Pricing Petroleum marketers in Nigeria could require an estimated $1.84 billion every month to purchase petrol, diesel and aviation fuel from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery following the company’s decision to price refined petroleum products in U.S. dollars. The development is expected to increase demand for […]

INEC Seeks Better Funding, Improved Staff Welfare Ahead of 2027 Elections The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC, Prof. Joash Amupitan, has called for increased and sustainable funding for the electoral body as preparations gather pace for Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. He also expressed concern over the growing loss of experienced personnel to […]

Tinubu Urges Afreximbank to Boost Africa’s Industrialisation Drive President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on the African Export-Import Bank Afreximbank to strengthen its efforts in mobilising Africa’s human, financial and natural resources to accelerate industrialisation and drive long-term economic transformation across the continent. Speaking on the importance of expanding Africa’s productive capacity, the President emphasized […]