The Nigerian All-Share Index closed higher on 19 May 2026, rising 1,324.1 points to settle at 251,635.4 and ending a four-session losing streak. Data from NGX showed 0.53% gain was driven by strength in BUA Cement and large-cap banking stocks. Trading volume climbed to 703.9 million shares, up from...
By NGOBUA JOHNNIE, Abuja
Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has recorded another operational breakthrough with the arrest of two suspects involved in a case of criminal conspiracy, kidnapping, armed robbery, and unlawful possession of firearms linked to a violent syndicate operating within Kaduna State and adjoining communities. A statement issued by the Force spokesman,...
President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has announced plans to transition into maritime and logistics, seeking to develop Africa’s largest and deepest seaport at the Olokola Free Trade Zone in Ogun State with discussions already underway with the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy. Alhaji Dangote disclosed...
Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, said the administration of President Bola Tinubu remains committed to the development of non-formal education as part of efforts aimed at job creation and youth empowerment across the country. According to the minister, the President Tinubu-led federal government through the education ministry...
Retired Gen. Theophilus Danjuma pledged N3 billion and Alhaji Aliko Dangote donated N500 million at the public presentation of former Head of State Gen. Yakubu Gowon’s autobiography on Tuesday. The 20-chapter book, titled My Life of Duty and Allegiance, was unveiled in Abuja before Vice President Kashim Shettima, who...
The nation’s capital, Abuja, witnessed a massive political gathering on Tuesday as thousands of supporters under the umbrella of the Tinubu Mega Group (TMG) staged what organisers described as a “National Unity Rally” in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his re election bid ahead of the 2027...
Politician and online publisher Omoyele Sowore has failed to enter a defence in his ongoing trial before a Federal High Court in Abuja on cyberbullying related offences. Sowore is being prosecuted for allegedly making false claims against the person of President Bola Tinubu by referring to him as “a...
Delta state governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has a knack for speaking with the wisdom of a centurion, a savant of grand old age. But he’s only 62, two years younger than independent Nigeria. On Wednesday, April 29, this year, he once again demonstrated such sagely wisdom. He was guest of...
Ambassador Terhemen Tarzoor, the Benue State Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Agenda for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Hyacinth Alia, has expressed optimism that both leaders would record convincing victories in the forthcoming general elections following the outcome of the ongoing All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries...
Tension has again gripped Yelwata community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State after two residents were reportedly shot by armed men suspected to be Fulani herders. The latest incident occurred barely 72 hours after the Benue State Government distributed farm inputs to residents of the community to...
Leadership crisis rocking the Sokoto State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) took another turn on Tuesday as the Federal High Court in Sokoto adjourned proceedings in the matter to June 4, 2026. The case, which centres on the disputed leadership of the party in the state, was...
Plateau State Governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Yilcini Jan Bida, has declared that he remains firmly in the race ahead of Thursday’s primaries, insisting he would defeat Governor Caleb Mutfwang if the process is free and fair. Bida made the declaration during a...
Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, Ogun State Police Command, have neutralized a kidnapping kingpin during an intelligence-led operation at a criminal hideout located within the Orile Ilugun Forest axis along the Abeokuta–Ibadan Expressway, Ogun State. The Command’s spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen...
Troops of the Joint Task Force ( North East) , Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have recorded significant operational successes across the theatre, including the thwarting of a major terrorist attack, arrest of suspected collaborators, rescue of kidnapped victims, and surrender of terrorist associates. In a major development, troops of...
Former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, has withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary election in Gombe State, citing alleged violations of the Electoral Act 2026 and lack of transparency in the conduct of the exercise. Pantami announced his withdrawal in a...
Politician and online publisher Omoyele Sowore has failed to enter a defence in his ongoing trial before a Federal High Court in Abuja on cyberbullying related offences. Sowore is being prosecuted for allegedly making false claims against the person of President Bola Tinubu by referring to him as “a...
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Tuesday said the battle damage assessment of the recent joint strikes indicated that 175 ISIS terrorists have been eliminated including Abu-Bilal al-Minuki and their other three top commanders. The Director, Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen...
Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army (NA)/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), deployed at Sarkin Kudu in Ibi Local Government Area( LGA) of Taraba State, have successfully neutralised two suspected bandits during a well-coordinated clearance operation aimed at flushing out criminal elements threatening peace and security in the state....
Arsenal have finally been crowned Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years after Manchester City were held to a dramatic 1-1 draw by Bournemouth on Tuesday night. The result confirmed the Gunners as champions with one game left, ending years of heartbreak after finishing second in...
Stakeholders at the commemoration of the International Day of the Boy Child on Saturday in Abuja called on young boys across the country to embrace integrity, discipline and responsible conduct as essential values for nation building. The event, organised by the Great Achievers Initiative for Youth and Community Development...