Nigeria launches Tax Ombud digital platforms to strengthen fair tax administration The Federal Government has launched new digital platforms for the Office of the Tax Ombud OTO, aimed at strengthening fairness, transparency, and accountability in Nigeria’s tax administration system. The platforms comprising a dedicated website, toll-free call centre, and digital case management systemare designed to […]

Analysts attribute naira fluctuations to sustained FX demand from importers and manufacturers Market analysts have attributed the latest fluctuations in the naira’s exchange rate to sustained demand for foreign exchange from importers and manufacturers, despite ongoing interventions by monetary authorities aimed at stabilising the currency. The pressure on the naira comes as businesses continue to […]

Kwankwaso confident of securing NDC vice-presidential ticket, hints at Kano presidential ambition Former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has expressed confidence that he could secure the vice-presidential ticket of the Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC, a move he says could strengthen his long-term ambition of returning a northerner from Kano to the presidency in the […]

Nigeria Customs launches automated passenger clearance system at Abuja airport to reduce delays The Nigeria Customs Service NCS has introduced an automated passenger clearance system at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, aimed at easing baggage processing, reducing delays, and improving the travel experience for international passengers. The new digital platform, known as the Simplified […]

Alausa says Tinubu’s literacy reforms are reshaping foundational education nationwide The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, says Nigeria’s literacy reforms under President Bola Tinubu are transforming foundational learning through nationwide standards, coordinated policy frameworks, and targeted teaching programmes aimed at improving basic education outcomes. Alausa made the remarks while highlighting ongoing education sector reforms, […]

APC senators lose return tickets as anti-defection law disrupts 2027 primaries Several serving lawmakers suffered defeats or disqualifications during APC senatorial primaries, with the Electoral Act 2026 emerging as a major factor. Several serving senators of Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress APC have lost their return tickets during the party’s primaries ahead of the 2027 […]

Court upholds arrest warrant against ex-minister Sadiya Umar Farouq over alleged $1.3m fraud FCT High Court orders that the arrest warrant against the former humanitarian affairs minister remains in force as EFCC prosecution continues. A Federal Capital Territory FCT High Court in Apo, Abuja, has sustained the arrest warrant earlier issued against former Minister of […]

APC senators lose 2027 tickets as anti-defection law disrupts primaries Several ruling party lawmakers were defeated or disqualified during APC primaries as stricter Electoral Act 2026 provisions reshaped the race ahead of the 2027 elections. Several serving senators of Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress have lost their return tickets for the 2027 National Assembly elections […]

Ben Murray-Bruce denies withdrawing from APC senatorial race ahead of primaries Former senator and media entrepreneur Ben Murray-Bruce has dismissed reports claiming he withdrew from the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial race, insisting that he remains an active contender ahead of the party’s primaries. In a statement released on Sunday, Murray-Bruce described the reports circulating […]

Peter Obi raises concern over Nigeria’s $11.6bn debt servicing plan for 2026 Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has said that Nigeria’s planned $11.6 billion debt repayment in 2026 should worry citizens and raise serious questions about the government’s fiscal priorities. Obi made the remarks in a statement shared on his official X account, where […]

Resident doctors condemn alleged assault on healthcare workers at UCH Ibadan The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors NARD has condemned the alleged assault on healthcare workers at the University College Hospital UCH, Ibadan, describing the incident as “barbaric” and unacceptable. The association said the reported attack on medical personnel represents a serious breach of workplace […]

APC disqualifies 47 senatorial aspirants ahead of 2027 primaries The All Progressives Congress APC has released a list of 47 aspirants disqualified from participating in its senatorial primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections, without providing official reasons for their exclusion. The party published the names as part of its internal screening process for candidates […]

119 federal institutions join transparency portal as 32 million students are onboarded nationwide The Federal Ministry of Education has announced that 119 federal tertiary institutions have joined its newly introduced transparency portal, alongside the onboarding of about 32 million students across Nigeria’s education system. The initiative is part of a broader push by the ministry […]

Oyo school attack Makinde confirms abduction of teachers, one killed as security operations intensify The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has confirmed that seven teachers were abducted and one person killed following an armed attack on schools in the state. The incident reportedly occurred in Oriire Local Government Area, where armed assailants stormed school […]

Court grants El-Rufai ₦100m bail with strict conditions A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai in the sum of ₦100 million, setting out stringent conditions he must meet before he can be released. Delivering the ruling, Justice Abdulmalik ordered that the defendant must fulfill several […]

Nigeria Tightens Surveillance as WHO Declares Emergency After Ebola Outbreak Kills 88 in Congo The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention NCDC has announced heightened surveillance measures across the country following renewed concerns over Ebola Virus Disease EVD outbreaks in parts of Central and East Africa. The development comes after the World Health Organization […]

OPay Scholarship Initiative Expands Impact as CSR Programme Enters Second Year One year into its ₦1.2 billion, 10-year scholarship scheme, OPay says sustained investment in education is strengthening communities, while 2026 “OPay Scholars” programme aims to deepen student empowerment nationwide. One year after launching its ₦1.2 billion, 10-year scholarship initiative, fintech company OPay says the […]

NDC Extends 2027 Nomination Forms Deadline to May 24 Nigeria Democratic Congress says extension will allow more legislative and governorship aspirants nationwide to complete the nomination process ahead of the 2027 elections. The Nigeria Democratic Congress NDChas extended the deadline for the collection of Expression of Interest Forms for aspirants seeking elective positions ahead of […]

Downstream Sector Faces Energy Security Concerns Amid Dangote Refinery Legal Disputes Fresh legal and regulatory battles involving Dangote Refinery, NMDPRA and oil sector stakeholders are raising fears over fuel supply stability, pricing and investor confidence in Nigeria’s downstream petroleum industry. Fresh concerns are mounting across Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector as ongoing legal disputes involving Dangote […]

Adefisoye Rejects APC Primary Disqualification Claim in Ondo Reps Race APC House of Representatives aspirant Tajudeen Adefisoye says reports of his disqualification from the Ondo primary are invalid, insisting party procedures and constitutional guidelines were ignored. All Progressives Congress APC House of Representatives aspirant for Idanre/Ifedore Federal Constituency in Ondo State, Tajudeen Adefisoye, popularly known […]

Tinubu Faces 2027 Pushback as Opposition Targets Strongholds Amid Economic Hardship Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race is reshaping regional loyalties as opposition alliances challenge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over inflation, insecurity and voter dissatisfaction across key voting blocs. Nigeria’s political landscape is entering an intense realignment ahead of the 2027 presidential election, with opposition coalitions attempting […]

Kaduna Govt Steps Up Flood Preparedness as NiMet Warns of 2026 High Rainfall and Flood Risk The Kaduna State Government has intensified flood preparedness efforts and public sensitisation following the 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency NiMet, which warned that the state faces a high risk of flooding due to expected above-normal […]

Oyo Govt, Security Agencies Clear Ibadan Streets of Beggars and Destitutes, Move Them to Rehabilitation Centres The Oyo State Government, in collaboration with security and environmental enforcement agencies, has cleared major streets in Ibadan of beggars and destitutes, relocating those arrested to rehabilitation and care facilities for profiling and support. The coordinated enforcement exercise was […]

Nigeria Will Rise Again Despite Hardship, Insecurity Anglican Primate Ndukuba Urges Hope and Unity The Primate of the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion, Henry Chukwudum Ndukuba, has urged Nigerians to remain hopeful, faithful, united, and compassionate despite worsening insecurity, poverty, hunger, and economic hardship across the country, insisting that Nigeria will overcome its current challenges. […]