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 […]

Court Dismisses Sowore’s No-Case Submission in Alleged Cyberbullying Trial A Federal High Court has dismissed a no-case submission filed by activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, ruling that the defendant has questions to answer in the ongoing alleged cyberbullying case brought against him by the Federal Government. The court held that the prosecution had […]

Child Deaths Mount as Bangladesh Battles Deadliest Measles Outbreak in Decades Bangladesh is grappling with its worst measles outbreak in decades, as hospitals struggle to cope with a surge in infections that has claimed the lives of more than 300 children and placed severe strain on the country’s healthcare system. Health authorities say thousands of […]

Kebbi State Highlights Gains of Sokoto–Badagry Highway, Commends President Tinubu’s “Transformative Leadership” The Government of Kebbi State has outlined the anticipated economic and infrastructural benefits of the ongoing Sokoto Badagry Highway project, while commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what it described as “transformative leadership” in advancing national infrastructure development. The statement reflects growing regional […]

Operation HADIN KAI Repels ISWAP Attack on FOB Magumeri, Recovers Arms and Ammunition Troops under Operation HADIN KAI have successfully repelled an attempted attack by ISWAP fighters on a Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Magumeri, recovering arms and ammunition in the aftermath of the confrontation. The incident forms part of ongoing counter-insurgency operations in Nigeria’s […]

President Tinubu Appoints Arinola Ogbara-Banjoko to Board of Commodity Exchange President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Arinola Ogbara-Banjoko to the Board of the Commodity Exchange Board, in a move aimed at strengthening oversight and governance within Nigeria’s commodity trading ecosystem. The appointment forms part of the administration’s broader economic reform and institutional […]

2027: VP Shettima Submits President Tinubu’s Nomination Forms to APC Nigeria’s political landscape has taken a significant turn ahead of the 2027 general elections as Vice President Kashim Shettima formally submitted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s nomination forms to the ruling party, the All Progressives Congress APC The submission signals the official commencement of internal party […]

Nigerian Army warns personnel against social media misuse, urges discipline and operational security compliance The Nigerian Army has issued a strong warning to its personnel over the misuse of social media and other digital platforms, urging strict adherence to communication rules, discipline, and operational security standards. The warning is aimed at safeguarding military professionalism, protecting […]

Jonathan says he will consult widely before deciding on 2027 presidential race amid coalition pressure and court challenge Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has stated that he will consult widely before making a final decision on whether to contest Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election. His comments come amid growing political pressure from a coalition urging him […]

Opposition parties face turmoil as APC strengthens 2027 political footing amid INEC deadlines and legal battles. With the deadline for updating party membership registers and other Independent National Electoral Commission INEC requirements approaching, Nigeria’s opposition parties are reportedly struggling with internal crises, defections, and ongoing legal disputes. Meanwhile, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is […]

Nigeria Football Decline Deepens After Missing Two World Cups Amid Corruption and Governance Crisis Nigeria’s football crisis has deepened following the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for two consecutive FIFA World Cups, with fresh criticism pointing to corruption, entrenched leadership structures, and poor governance within the country’s football administration. The latest analysis of the situation […]

Nigeria’s CBN Engages S&P Global Ratings on Sovereign Credit Review The Central Bank of Nigeria CBN has held strategic engagements with S&P Global Ratings as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s sovereign credit outlook and improve investor confidence in the country’s economy. The discussions focused on Nigeria’s macroeconomic reforms, fiscal stability measures, and recent […]