REA, Police Service Commission Deepen Partnership on Clean Energy for Police Facilities The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) and the Police Service Commission PSC have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration aimed at deploying clean and sustainable energy solutions across police facilities in Nigeria. The partnership is part of the Federal Government’s broader drive to improve […]

Team Nigeria wins 8 medals at sporting event in Accra Team Nigeria has recorded a strong performance in Accra, Ghana, winning a total of eight medals at an international sporting competition, further boosting the country’s standing in regional athletics. The medals were secured across multiple events, with Nigerian athletes delivering competitive performances in track and […]

Tinubu, Kagame agree to deepen Nigeria–Rwanda bilateral relations President Bola Tinubu and Rwandan President Paul Kagame have agreed to strengthen bilateral relations between Nigeria and Rwanda, with a renewed focus on expanding cooperation in trade, investment, governance, and regional security. The understanding was reached during high-level diplomatic engagements aimed at reinforcing ties between both countries […]

Tinubu pushes deeper African integration through trade and strategic partnerships President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to advancing deeper African integration, emphasizing trade expansion, investment flows, and strategic partnerships as key drivers of shared prosperity across the continent. Speaking through official State House communications, Tinubu underscored that Africa’s long-term economic strength depends on […]

TCN announces six-hour power outage in Ogun communities today, May 14, 2026, for maintenance on McPherson Substation transformer. The Transmission Company of Nigeria TCN has announced a planned six-hour power outage affecting parts of Ogun State as engineers carry out maintenance work on a key transformer at the McPherson Transmission Substation. The outage, scheduled for […]

Chieftains of the All Progressives Congress APC in Ondo Central Senatorial District have endorsed Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire ahead of the party’s primaries, praising his legislative performance and his “Renewed Hope Mega Empowerment Programme” as evidence of effective representation. The endorsement was made during separate gatherings held in Ondo town and Akure, where party leaders said […]

The Federal Housing Authority FHA has commenced construction of the Gateway Estate in Ogun State, a new housing development expected to add about 200 housing units to Nigeria’s national housing stock, in line with a directive from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The groundbreaking ceremony was held at Ofada in Obafemi Owode Local Government Area, where […]

A witness has told a Federal High Court that a commercial bank flagged multiple transactions linked to former Attorney-General of the Federation AGF, Abubakar Malami, a development that allegedly triggered further scrutiny by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC in an ongoing money laundering case. A prosecution witness, identified as a compliance officer, told […]

Celebrity boxing in Nigeria has moved from online drama into a fast growing entertainment phenomenon, attracting what many observers describe as a “cult followership” among young fans, while also raising questions about the long-term future of traditional boxing in the country. The trend, which began with celebrities settling social media disputes inside the ring, has […]

Weak budget credibility threatens Nigeria’s fiscal stability, fuels opaque spending, revenue gaps, and undermines public trust, the International Monetary Fund IMF has warned, raising fresh concerns about the country’s budget execution and financial. The IMF, in its latest assessment of fiscal performance, said persistent weaknesses in Nigeria’s budget planning and implementation are eroding macroeconomic stability […]

Veekee James Welcomes Baby Girl, Names Daughter Eliana Adeife Atere Nigerian fashion designer Veekee James has announced the birth of her daughter, Eliana Adeife Atere, after stepping away from public appearances in recent months. The celebrated designer, known for her luxury bridal and couture fashion brand, shared the joyful news with fans, marking a new […]

NDC ZONES 2027 PRESIDENTIAL TICKET TO SOUTH, ATTRACTS OBIDIENT-KWANKWASO ALLIANCE TALK The Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC, founded by former Bayelsa State Governor Seriake Dickson, has formally zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to Southern Nigeria, a decision that is already reshaping political alignments ahead of the next general election. The party also reportedly pegged its presidential […]

BREAKING: Ex-Minister Saleh Mamman Jailed 75 Years Over ₦33.8bn Fraud The Federal High Court in Abuja has convicted and sentenced former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to a total of 75 years imprisonment over his involvement in a ₦33.8 billion fraud linked to the Zungeru and Mambilla hydroelectric power projects. The judgment was delivered on […]

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 […]