Nigeria’s Economy Grows 3.89% in Q1 2026 as Telecoms and Agriculture Lead Expansion, Electricity Sector Contracts Nigeria’s economy recorded a 3.89 per cent year-on-year growth in real GDP in the first quarter of 2026, driven mainly by strong performance in telecommunications, agriculture, financial services, trade, and construction, even as structural weaknesses in electricity supply and […]

Julius Berger Gives Update on Lagos Bridge Rehabilitation Projects Julius Berger Nigeria has provided a major progress update on the ongoing rehabilitation of key Lagos bridges being executed under the supervision of the Federal Ministry of Works, as part of a nationwide infrastructure renewal programme aimed at restoring ageing transport assets and improving commuter safety […]

Abuja High Court Grants Tunde Ayeni N200 Million Bail in Alleged N15.7bn Fraud Trial An Abuja High Court has granted former Skye Bank chairman Tunde Ayeni bail in the sum of N200 million over allegations of fraud involving about N15.7 billion, in a case brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC. Justice Jude […]

ADC Alleges Tinubu’s 10.99 Million APC Primary Votes Signal 2027 Rigging Plot Nigeria’s opposition parties have strongly criticised claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu secured 10.99 million votes during the All Progressives Congress APC presidential primaries, with the African Democratic Congress ADC alleging the figures point to a wider plan to manipulate the 2027 general […]

ADC, SDP Reject INEC Appeal Over 2027 Election Timetable Dispute The African Democratic Congress ADC and the Social Democratic Party SDP have rejected the decision by Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission INEC to appeal a Federal High Court ruling that faulted aspects of the commission’s timetable for the 2027 general elections. Opposition parties say the […]

Nigeria’s GDP growth slows to 3.89% in Q1 2026 amid improved agricultural performance Nigeria’s economy recorded a 3.89 per cent year-on-year growth in real Gross Domestic Product GDP during the first quarter of 2026, according to the latest report released by the National Bureau of Statistics NBS.The figure represents a slight slowdown compared to the […]

Lagos APC unveils House of Reps and Assembly candidates for 2027 elections, Obasa clinches Agege ticket The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress APC has officially unveiled its list of candidates for the House of Representatives and the Lagos State House of Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections. The announcement was made […]

Nigerian theatre practitioner Tobenna Amechi reshapes African storytelling through immersive stage productions Nigerian creative producer and theatre practitioner Tobenna Amechi is gaining attention for his innovative approach to African storytelling, using immersive and participatory theatre to preserve cultural memory while blending contemporary performance styles. Amechi, founder of Wise Creations and its performance arm Wise Productions, […]

Gunmen attack Yashikira Emir’s palace in Kwara, abduct 10 and set part of palace ablaze Gunmen have abducted 10 persons following a coordinated overnight attack on the Yashikira Emir’s palace in Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State, also setting parts of the palace on fire during the operation. The incident reportedly occurred around 2 […]

Operation Hadin Kai troops assure enhanced security across North East during Eid-el-Kabir amid Boko Haram threats Troops of Operation Hadin Kai OPHK have assured residents across Nigeria’s North East region of enhanced security measures before, during, and after the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, amid concerns over possible Boko Haram and ISWAP threats. The assurance was contained in […]

Former Oyo Deputy Governor Hazeem Gbolarumi wins PDP governorship primary in landslide victory Former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Hazeem Gbolarumi, has emerged as the Peoples Democratic Party PDP governorship candidate in the state following a landslide victory in the party’s primary election held ahead of the 2027 general elections. Gbolarumi secured a commanding […]

Gov. Alex Otti launches grassroots engagement initiative to drive community-based development in Abia Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has launched a new grassroots engagement initiative aimed at identifying and addressing the developmental needs of communities across the state through direct interaction with residents. The initiative is designed as a people-centred governance approach that allows government […]

APC USA chapter endorses Tinubu’s reforms, backs 2027 presidential candidacy The United States chapter of the All Progressives Congress APC has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms and described his emergence as the party’s 2027 presidential candidate as a strong vote of confidence in his leadership and transformation agenda. The endorsement was contained in […]

Afreximbank reaffirms financing support for Nigeria’s oil and gas sector The African Export-Import Bank Afreximbank has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the growth of Nigeria’s oil and gas sector through risk-sharing arrangements, structured financing, and refinancing mechanisms aimed at unlocking greater development of energy resources. The assurance was given during discussions with the Nigerian National […]

Warri Federal Constituency delineation dispute triggers protests at INEC headquarters The controversy surrounding the delineation exercise in Warri Federal Constituency has continued to generate tension since the beginning of the year, triggering protests both in support of and against the exercise. On Monday, members of the Itsekiri community staged a protest at the headquarters of […]

AU Commission Chair Mahmoud Youssouf Appoints Yann Bedzigui as Chief of Staff The Chairperson of the African Union AU Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has appointed Dr. Yann Bedzigui as his new Chief of Staff, in a move aimed at strengthening coordination and advancing the institution’s strategic priorities and continental objectives. The announcement was made in […]

Nigeria Faces High Ebola Importation Risk, NCDC Places Emergency Operations Centre on Alert Mode The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention NCDC has warned that Nigeria faces a high risk of Ebola Virus Disease EVD importation, following ongoing outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo DRC and Uganda. As part of preparedness measures, the […]

Dickson to Inaugurate NDC Selection Committee, Host Aspirants’ Dinner After Screening Exercise The inauguration of a new selection committee by the Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC follows the completion of screening exercises for governorship, National Assembly, and State Houses of Assembly aspirants across the country. The exercise is part of the party’s internal preparations ahead of […]

Terrorists Plan Eid Attacks on Civilians, Military Warns as Troops Deploy ISR Surveillance The Joint Task Force JTF, Operation Hadin Kai, has warned of possible terrorist attacks targeting civilians during the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, saying intelligence reports indicate that extremist groups may attempt to exploit the festive period to strike crowded locations.The military said it […]

Lagos Seals 239 Facilities, Arrests 931 People in Environmental Crackdown The Lagos State Government has sealed 239 facilities and arrested 931 persons for environmental offences as part of intensified enforcement operations aimed at strengthening compliance with sanitation and waste management regulations across the state. The disclosure was made by the State Commissioner for the Environment […]

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour Secures ADC Governorship Ticket After Landslide Primary Win Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour GRV has emerged as the governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress ADCfor the 2027 Lagos State election after securing a decisive victory in the party’s primary election. He reportedly defeated his closest rival, Silas, to clinch the party’s ticket with 12,948 votes, […]

Cooking Gas Hits ₦1,500/kg as Marketers Warn of Scarcity and ₦26.2m Depot Cost for 20MT The Nigerian Association of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Marketers NALPGAM has raised alarm over worsening scarcity and rising cost of cooking gas in Nigeria, warning that the situation could further strain households, small businesses, and the broader economy. According to the […]

Ogun Police Arrest Man Over Alleged Fake Bandit Attack Video Circulated on TikTok The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a man accused of staging and circulating a fake bandit attack video on social media in an attempt to gain online followers and generate attention on platforms such as TikTok. The suspect was reportedly taken […]

Senator Shehu Buba Dumps APC for PRP After Withdrawal from Bauchi Governorship Primary, Cites Marginalisation and Lack of Internal Democracy Senator Shehu Buba Umar, who represents Bauchi South Senatorial District, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress APC and moved to the People’s Redemption Party PRP, following his withdrawal from the party’s governorship primary in […]