Governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kaduna State, Rt. Hon. Shehu Usman Bawa, popularly known as ABG, has expressed confidence that the party will return to power in the state in the 2027 election. Bawa, who spoke with journalists on Saturday at his campaign office in...
BY AMOS MATHEW, Kaduna
Nigeria has taken another step to strengthen its creative economy after signing a new agreement aimed at properly valuing, protecting and generating economic benefits from the country’s National Art Collection. The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, announced that she signed a Memorandum of...
Vice President Kashim Shettima has said Africa’s continued exclusion from permanent membership of the United Nations (UN) Security Council undermines the fairness and legitimacy of the global governance system. He reaffirmed Nigeria’s support for urgent reform of the United Nations, noting that the nation would remain a dependable partner...
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has congratulated His Majesty, King Charles Douglas Macpepple Jaja, Jeki VI, on his coronation as the Amanyanabo of Opobo Kingdom, describing the event as a significant moment in the history of the ancient Rivers State kingdom. Jonathan, in a goodwill message released after attending the...
The Nigerian Army, on Saturday, 26 September 2026, took its Day Four medical outreach to Ilemona Community in Oyun Local Government Area of Kwara State. In his welcome address, the Secretary of the Ilemona Descendants Progressive Union, Pastor Folorunsho Banji, commended the Nigerian Army for the gesture towards members...
Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi has questioned President Bola Tinubu’s absence from the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), saying Nigeria should be represented by its President at such an important global gathering. Obi made the remarks in a statement shared on his official X account on Sunday,...
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has given the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso, and the CBN seven days “to account for US$6.23 million in allegedly diverted or unaccounted-for election funds and over ₦1.63 trillion in other public funds, or face appropriate...
Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has urged Nigerian editors to remain committed to protecting democracy by promoting accountability, transparency and responsible journalism. Obi made the call while speaking at the 22nd All Nigeria Editors Conference organised by the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) in Enugu State. The conference,...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Founder and Presiding Bishop of Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Olaniyi Oyedepo, on his 72nd birthday on September 27. President Tinubu in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, joined the Oyedepo family, Living Faith Church Worldwide, the Christian community and millions of Bishop Oyedepo’s admirers in celebrating a life devoted to faith, service, leadership and human development. The President acknowledged Bishop Oyedepo’s remarkable contributions to the moral and spiritual development of individuals and communities, particularly his consistent emphasis on integrity, discipline, diligence, responsibility and excellence. He noted the Bishop’s longstanding advocacy for values that strengthen families, institutions, and nations, and his message of hope, purpose, and personal responsibility, which has resonated with people across Nigeria and beyond. President Tinubu commended Bishop Oyedepo’s significant contributions to education and human-capital development through institutions such as Covenant University and Landmark University, which have provided platforms for academic excellence, leadership development, entrepreneurship and innovation. “Bishop Oyedepo’s influence extends beyond the pulpit into education, publishing, leadership development and humanitarian service, with the Living Faith Church maintaining a significant international presence across Africa and other parts of the world. “For over four decades of ministry, Bishop Oyedepo has become a prominent Nigerian voice on faith, leadership, integrity, education and human development, with his books and teachings reaching audiences across national and continental boundaries. “Bishop David Oyedepo has devoted decades to preaching faith, promoting integrity and encouraging excellence, while investing substantially in education and the development of human capacity. His commitment to building lives, institutions and communities has given his ministry a significant national and international footprint. “I especially salute Bishop Oyedepo for the social-development initiatives, including schools, healthcare facilities, and humanitarian interventions, associated with his ministry and the David Oyedepo Foundation’s support for education and people in need. “On this auspicious occasion of his 72nd birthday, I celebrate his life of service and pray that Almighty God will continue to grant him wisdom, strength, good health and renewed grace as he advances the cause of faith, education, morality and human development. “I wish Bishop Oyedepo many more years of fulfilment, good health and continued service to God and humanity,” President Tinubu said.
In a bid to enhance Nigeria’s border management, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), and the Government of Italy have further deepened cooperation through a project to strengthen the operational capacity of the Service. UNODC is implementing the initiative with financial...
Zang Global has graduated 40 young people trained in renewable energy and electronic waste management under its RenewCycle Training Programme in Plateau State. The first cohort, comprising 33 young women and seven young men drawn from different communities across the state, completed the three-month training programme at a graduation...
Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, was today, 26th September 2026, honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the St. Gregory’s College Old Boys Association at a grand reception held in Lagos State. The IGP was honoured alongside the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Dr. Olayemi...
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has congratulated the newly commissioned officers of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), warmly welcoming the 351 Air Force officers into the Nigerian Air Force family and urging them to embrace the profession with courage, discipline, professionalism and...
In a major boost for Nigeria’s armed forces, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has told newly commissioned military officers that the nation is counting on them to defend the country with honour and dedication. Speaking at the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) Combined Passing Out Parade held on September 26, 2026,...
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Drug Enforcement Authority (NDEA) of the United Arab Emirates, marking a new chapter in the fight against drug trafficking between both countries. The MoU was signed on Saturday, 26th September 2026, on...
Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) and the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) received a combined N123.54 billion as revenue collection fees from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) in June 2026. The figure was contained in FAAC data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), covering revenue generated...
The Chairman of the Northern Christian Association (NCA), Rev. Joseph John Hayab, has urged Christians across the country to participate in the ongoing Dangote Petroleum Refinery Initial Public Offering (IPO), saying religious considerations should not prevent Nigerians from investing in legitimate businesses. Hayab made the call at a media...
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), recorded significant successes in separate operations conducted between 23 and 24 September 2026, thwarting a terrorist attack, recovering an AK-47 rifle and ammunition, and arresting a suspected criminal in Kaduna State. Media Information Officer, Joint...
A humanitarian organisation, the Allamin Foundation for Peace and Development, has empowered 40 beneficiaries in Borno State with business starter packs and cash grants of N81,000 each to help them become self-reliant. The beneficiaries comprise 20 de-radicalised minors and 20 vulnerable women who head their households. They were selected...
The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) said it collected N21.6 trillion in revenue in the first half of 2026, representing a 49 per cent increase from the N14.27 trillion recorded in the corresponding period of 2025. NRS Report published on its official website also showed that the revenue agency collected...