IAUE opens 2026/2027 Post-UTME, Direct Entry registration portal as UTME candidates with 150+ invited The Ignatius Ajuru University of Education IAUE, Port Harcourt, has officially opened its 2026/2027 Post-UTME and Direct Entry DE screening registration portal, inviting eligible candidates to apply for admission into various undergraduate programmes. According to the university, UTME candidates who scored […]

ADC accuses Tinubu, APC governors of diverting N800bn FAAC funds for 2027 politics as FG defends tax reforms and fresh borrowing The African Democratic Congress ADC has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress APC of allegedly diverting over N800 billion from Federation Account Allocation Committee […]

Tributes pour in for Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo as Omoni Oboli, Mo Abudu mourn sudden passing The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into deep mourning following the sudden death of popular Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo, also known as “Ikuku.” His passing, reported on Tuesday, has sparked emotional reactions from colleagues, fans, and industry stakeholders […]

Nigerians Defy Rising Petrol Prices As Daily Consumption Hits 52.4 Million Litres Nigeria’s daily consumption of Premium Motor Spirit PMS, commonly known as petrol, rose significantly in April 2026 despite continued increases in global oil prices and domestic fuel costs. According to latest industry data, national petrol consumption climbed by 10.78 per cent to an […]

Taraba Government Releases Over ₦1.8bn for NECO, BECE and NABTEB Exam Registration The Taraba State Government has approved and released over ₦1.8 billion for the payment of registration fees for candidates sitting for the NECO, BECE, and NABTEB examinations, in a move aimed at supporting education and easing financial pressure on families. The intervention was […]

President Tinubu Joins African Leaders at Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has participated in the Africa Forward Summit held in Nairobi, Kenya, where he joined fellow African Heads of State and global partners in discussions aimed at accelerating the continent’s economic integration and development agenda. The high-level summit, hosted in the […]

Mosquitoes The World’s Deadliest Animal Killing Over 700,000 People Annually, Experts Warn of Climate-Driven Expansion Scientists and public health experts are warning that mosquitoes remain the deadliest animals on Earth, responsible for an estimated 760,000 human deaths annually, far surpassing fatalities caused by lions, snakes, or spiders. The warning comes amid growing concern over rising […]

Dangote Refinery Reshapes Nigeria’s Fuel Supply Chain, Targets $50bn IPO Valuation Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector is undergoing a historic transformation as the 650,000-barrels-per day Dangote Refinery continues to redefine the country’s fuel supply chain, significantly reducing reliance on imported petroleum products. The refinery, owned by Africa’s richest industrialist Aliko Dangote, is now positioning itself for […]

The President of the Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria ATCON, Tony Emoekpere, has assured Nigerians that stakeholders in the telecommunications sector are intensifying efforts to tackle persistent network complaints across the country. Speaking amid growing concerns over poor service quality, Emoekpere said industry operators are working collectively to resolve connectivity challenges and improve customer […]

Kwankwaso Declares Readiness to Run as Peter Obi’s 2027 Running Mate, Prioritises Competence Over Regional Politics Former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has declared his readiness to serve as the running mate to former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 general elections, stating that competence and national stability should take […]

Jesudunsin Chooses Medicine and Surgery at UNILAG as JAMB Registrar Releases Top UTME Performers The Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board JAMB, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, has revealed that top 2026 UTME candidate Owoeye Daniella Jesudunsin applied to study Medicine and Surgery at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) as her first choice. The disclosure […]

Renewed Hope Agenda Tinubu Administration Reaffirms Commitment to National Reform Drive The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to the implementation of the Renewed Hope Agenda, the flagship policy framework of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, aimed at driving economic recovery, strengthening governance, and improving the welfare of Nigerians. Through engagements coordinated by the State House […]

NIESV Lagos Urges Government Reforms to Lower Building Costs and Rents The Lagos Chapter of the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers NIESV has called on government at all levels to implement far-reaching reforms aimed at reducing the cost of building construction and stabilising rising rents across Nigeria. The professional body also advocated for […]

Internal Tensions Unsettle APC Ahead of 2027 Elections as Defections Rise in Katsina Internal tensions are deepening within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Katsina State as disputes over consensus candidacies and party alignment continue to trigger defections and political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections. The growing crisis reflects wider nationwide cracks […]

President Tinubu Pa Fasoranti Remains Ardent Voice for Nigeria’s Unity, Citizens’ Dignity President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised elder statesman Reuben Fasoranti, describing him as a steadfast advocate for national unity, democratic values, and the dignity of Nigerian citizens. In a message released by the Presidency, Tinubu commended Fasoranti’s lifelong commitment to peace, justice, and […]

FG In Talks With World Bank For Fresh $1.25bn Loan Facility The Federal Government of Nigeria is currently engaged in advanced negotiations with the World Bank over a fresh $1.25 billion loan facility, aimed at supporting economic reforms and investment programmes across the country. According to officials familiar with the discussions, the talks have reached […]

Rivers APC disqualifies 32 Fubara-backed aspirants, clears 29 Wike-aligned lawmakers for primaries; Amaewhule secures nomination form The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has reportedly disqualified 32 aspirants linked to Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s political camp while approving 29 lawmakers aligned with Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for participation in the party’s […]

Troops of 12 Brigade neutralise terrorists in Adankolo Forest Reserve, recover arms and logistics in Lokoja LGA Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 12 Brigade have neutralised suspected terrorists during a clearance operation in the Adankolo Forest Reserve in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State, recovering arms, ammunition, and other operational items used by the […]

FG scraps UTME requirement for NCE candidates to reduce JAMB workload The Federal Government has announced the removal of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination UTME requirement for candidates applying for the National Certificate in Education NCE programme, in a move aimed at reducing the administrative burden on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board JAMB. The […]

President Tinubu arrives in Nairobi for Africa Forward Summit amid push for economic reforms and regional cooperation President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, to participate in the Africa Forward Summit, a high-level gathering of African and international leaders focused on economic transformation, investment reforms, and reshaping Africa’s global financial standing.The President’s arrival […]

IPOB declares May 30 sit-at-home across South-East to honour Biafra civil war victims The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has declared May 30, 2026, as a sit-at-home day across the South-East region of Nigeria in commemoration of what it calls Biafra Heroes Remembrance Day, dedicated to fallen heroes, heroines, and victims of the Nigerian Civil […]

Onuigbo Urges APC Governors To Embrace Tinubu’s Consensus Model Ahead Of 2027 Elections A former member of the House of Representatives, Sam Onuigbo, has urged governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to adopt President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s consensus-driven political approach in selecting candidates for the 2027 general elections. Onuigbo said […]

Kano Emirate Row Kurawa Accuses Ganduje Of Double Standards A prominent Kano elder, Alhaji Musa Iliyasu Kwankwaso Kurawa, has accused former Kano State governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje of inconsistency and double standards in the ongoing dispute surrounding the Kano Emirate. Kurawa alleged that Ganduje’s actions regarding the emirship controversy contradict his earlier decisions while serving […]

Lagos GAC Member Ajomale Vows To Oppose Rep Onuakaluasi Over Alleged Ethnic Bias A member of the Lagos State Governance Advisory Council (GAC), Henry Ajomale, has vowed to mobilise political opposition against the re-election bid of House of Representatives member Okey-Joe Onuakalusi, citing allegations of ethnic imbalance in the distribution of beneficiaries under an empowerment […]