Energy economist warns Nigeria’s electricity sector faces deep structural failures, making persistent outages inevitable An energy economist, Obianuju Ezenwanne, has issued a stark warning that Nigeria’s electricity system is under severe strain and at risk of systemic collapse, as deep structural weaknesses across generation, transmission and distribution combine to make chronic power outages almost unavoidable. […]

Bola Ahmed Tinubu directs political appointees seeking elective offices to resign by March 31, 2026 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has instructed all political appointees in his administration who plan to contest in the 2027 general elections to resign from their positions on or before March 31, 2026. The directive is aimed at ensuring adherence to the nation’s […]

Abuja High Court fines EFCC ₦500,000 for delays in Godwin Emefiele’s trial An Abuja Federal High Court has fined the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) ₦500,000 for repeatedly seeking adjournments in the ongoing corruption trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele. The ruling was delivered on Tuesday by Justice Hamza […]

Decentralisation of Nigeria’s electricity sector faces setbacks as states struggle with regulation gaps, systems, and poor investment A growing crisis is threatening Nigeria’s efforts to improve electricity supply through regulatory decentralisation, as more than 16 states that have assumed regulatory powers are failing to establish effective frameworks to regulate electricity markets within their borders. The […]

Nigeria Declares March 19–20 Public Holidays for Eid‑ul‑Fitr The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially declared Thursday, 19th March and Friday, 20th March 2026 as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid‑ul‑Fitr, the significant Muslim festival that marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan.The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. […]

Mohbad DNA controversy: Father’s lawyer raises concerns over post‑mortem testing process The legal counsel to Mr Joseph Aloba, father of the late Nigerian musician Mohbad (Ilerioluwa Aloba), has voiced serious concerns about the integrity and execution of the DNA test ordered by the court to determine the paternity of Mohbad’s son, Liam. In a statement issued […]

VP Shettima mourns Borno terror attack victims, condemns killing of innocent lives Nigeria’s Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has expressed deep sorrow over a recent terror attack in Maiduguri, Borno State, and condemned the killing of innocent lives, saying “no religion endorses the taking of innocent life.” Shettima spoke on Tuesday during the closing session […]

Ambassador Jolly Abani Says 40 and Fabulous Naija Challenges Ageing Stereotypes, Promotes Confidence, Relevance and Visibility of Women Over 40 40 and Fabulous Naija, a reality TV show created to shift societal perceptions about ageing, is redefining what it means to be a woman over 40 in Nigeria, according to Ambassador Jolly Abani, Founder and […]

NCDC Reports 469 Lassa Fever Cases, 109 Deaths in 2026 as Outbreak Affects Seven States and Healthcare Workers The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed 469 cases of Lassa fever and 109 deaths in 2026, according to its latest epidemiological report, marking a 23.2 per cent case fatality ratio higher than the same […]

Presidency Reacts as ADC Alleges Plot to Make Tinubu Sole 2027 Presidential Candidate By Azimazi Momoh Jimoh, Andrew Oota & John Akubo The Guardian Nigeria With Nigeria’s countdown to the 2027 general elections underway ahead of key political deadlines, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused influential members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) […]

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has condemned an order by a Federal High Court judge that directed lead defence lawyer Marshall Abubakar to kneel in open court after he raised his voice while making submissions on behalf of human rights activist Omoyele Sowore. The association described the directive as an inappropriate exercise of judicial authority […]

Tinubu Calls Maiduguri Attacks “Profoundly Upsetting,” Vows No Safe Haven for Terrorists After 23 Die in Explosions President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has condemned a series of bomb explosions in Maiduguri, Borno State that killed at least 23 people and injured over 100 others, calling the incident “profoundly upsetting” and promising that “there is no place […]

Critics Slam Tinubu’s UK Visit as Misplaced Priority Amid Nigeria’s Hardship President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to the United Kingdom has drawn sharp criticism from opposition figures who say his frequent foreign travels come at the expense of urgently needed attention to Nigeria’s domestic challenges, including soaring fuel prices and insecurity. The president, accompanied by […]

At least 26 passengers and crew members were injured on Monday when a train operating on the busy Abuja–Kaduna rail corridor derailed, marking the second railway incident along the same route within a year, railway officials and eyewitnesses said. The train, which was carrying 481 people including passengers, crew members, security personnel and vendors derailed […]

Naija Stars Abroad Paul Onuachu Breaks Record as Nigerian Players Shine in Europe Nigerian striker Paul Onuachu delivered another historic performance in Europe, breaking a club record for Trabzonspor after scoring in his 10th consecutive league match during a 1–0 victory over Çaykur Rizespor. The Super Eagles forward scored the decisive goal shortly after halftime, […]

FG Fulfils Tinubu’s Promise to D’Tigress with Houses, National Honours The Federal Government of Nigeria has fulfilled the promise made by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by awarding houses and national honours to members of the country’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, following their victory at the 2025 Women’s AfroBasket Champions The National Sports Commission confirmed that […]

Oyo Police Arrest Giwa Sodiq After Fatal Youth Clash in Lalupon, Ibadan The Oyo State Police Command has arrested a suspect in connection with a violent altercation among youths in the Asalu Community, Lalupon area of Ibadan, that left one person dead from injuries, police confirmed on Monday, March 16, 2026. According to preliminary investigations, […]

President Tinubu’s Historic UK Visit Aims to Reset Nigeria‑UK Relations for Investment, Security and Growth Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is undertaking a historic state visit to the United Kingdom from March 17 to 19, 2026, in a bid to deepen political, economic and security cooperation with London and reposition bilateral relations toward mutual investment […]

Navy Hands Over Suspected Military Imposters to Police The Nigerian Navy Ship VICTORY has handed over two suspected military imposters to the Nigeria Police Force State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Calabar for further investigation and possible prosecution. The suspects, David Norbert Aleji and Francis Gideon Isaac, were arrested on March 10, 2026, after they […]

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Celebrates Nigerian Mothers on Mother’s Day The First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has paid tribute to mothers across the country, acknowledging their love, care, and sacrifices in shaping families and the nation. In a special Mother’s Day message, the First Lady praised Nigerian mothers for their unwavering commitment to nurturing […]

President Tinubu Directs Renewed Hope Ambassadors to Distribute Rice Nationwide During Ramadan and Lent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Renewed Hope Ambassadors to begin the nationwide distribution of rice to Nigerians observing the holy seasons of Ramadan and Lent. The directive aims to provide support to millions of citizens across the country who […]

FG SAYS IT IS MONITORING MIDDLE EAST TENSIONS, MOVES TO PROTECT NIGERIA’S ECONOMY The Federal Government of Nigeria says it is actively monitoring the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and taking measures to protect the country’s economic stability in the face of potential global market shocks. In a statement issued through the Federal […]

CONTROVERSY MOUNTS OVER AMENDED ELECTORAL ACT AS 2027 ELECTIONS APPROACH Three weeks after President Bola Tinubu signed the Electoral Act, 2026, political tensions and uncertainties have deepened over provisions and subsequent amendments to the law that critics warn could undermine the integrity of the 2027 general elections. The controversy has intensified just as political parties […]

Boko Haram, ISWAP Establish New Hideouts Near NNPCL Site in Borno State Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) insurgents have reportedly established new operational hideouts in the Tuba settlement, close to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) exploration site in Jere Local Government Area of Borno State, security sources said. […]