President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday departed King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, for Abuja after successfully completing his Umrah (Lesser Hajj) in the holy city of Makkah. A statement issued by the presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Wednesday said President Tinubu’s plane took off at...
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Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima has said the toughest phases of Nigeria’s aggressive economic reset undertaken by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are officially over, clearing the runway for an era of pure harvest, nationwide growth and prosperity. He declared that the administration’s painful but necessary economic...
The FBI has offered a ₦7 million ($5,000) reward for information leading to the arrest of Nigerian citizen Emuobosan Emmanuella Hall, who disappeared before reporting to prison to begin an eight-year sentence for romance fraud. The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has announced a reward of $5,000,...
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called for the immediate release of one of his supporters, Rilwan Olawale, alleging that the arrest is part of a wider pattern of intimidation against his supporters across the country. In a statement posted on his official social media page,...
The Presidential Task Force on Ebola Preparedness, Virus Disease Preparedness and Emerging Public Health Threats has assured Nigerians it can handle Ebola in the country. The Chairman of the Task Force and Chief of Staff to the President, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, said this while speaking to newsmen after...
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, has challenged former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi’s prediction about the outcome of the 2027 presidential election, questioning the strength of his political support following a town hall meeting in Cross River State. Wike, who spoke during his...
Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to placing the Nigerian child at the centre of national development, stressing that investing in the education, welfare and empowerment of girls is critical to building a prosperous nation. Dr Alausa stated this at the national...
Nigerians have raised questions about the economic benefits of NNPC Retail’s 30-day petrol price discount, expressing concerns over whether the intervention will translate into lower transportation costs and meaningful relief for households already struggling with high living expenses. The concerns come amid a debate over whether the Nigerian National...
National Democratic Coalition (NDC) has said presidential hopeful Peter Obi will not allow delayed budget implementation if elected, promising to introduce fiscal discipline and responsible economic management. The party’s spokesman, Osa Director, said Obi’s administration would end what he described as the practice of implementing annual budgets years after...
All Progressives Congress (APC) has intensified its attacks on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar ahead of the 2027 presidential election, urging Nigerians not to entrust him with the nation’s leadership. In a statement issued on Thursday by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the ruling party alleged that Atiku’s...
The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mr. Olumuyiwa Enitan Abel, has charged recipients of the 2026 Civil Service Rewards and Recognition Awards to leverage the recognition received to do more in promoting excellence, innovation and improved service delivery across the Federal Civil Service. The HCSF...
Experts have called for increased adoption of hybrid seeds and modern agricultural practices by Nigerian farmers, saying low uptake of improved seeds remains a major obstacle to achieving food security and boosting the country’s agricultural productivity. The experts made the call during a field demonstration of TELA hybrid maize...
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has commenced a capacity-building workshop for its Public Affairs Officers (PAOs), with a focus on strengthening credible, verified and responsible election communication ahead of the 2027 General Election. The workshop, themed: _“Strengthening PAOs Capacity for Credible, Verified and Responsible Election Communication Towards 2027,”_ is...
Nigerian embassy in Qatar has recorded a major reduction in processing times for passport renewals and issuances, returning newly produced travel documents to applicants in around two weeks. The improvement follows a dedicated passport intervention exercise conducted in Doha between 11 and 21 August 2026. During the 10-day drive,...
NBA demands full probe into death of 37 suspects in NSCDC custody, warns ‘a suspect a not a convict’
NBA demands full probe into death of 37 suspects in NSCDC custody, warns ‘a suspect a not a convict’
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has called for a thorough, independent and transparent investigation into the death of 37 persons who were arrested over suspected illegal mining and later died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Minna, Niger State. In a...
Federal Government has reiterated that no woman should lose her life while giving birth, stressing that reducing maternal and neonatal mortality requires action on both the supply and demand sides of healthcare delivery. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, stated this during the launch...
Afro-urban music artist, Malex Betaboi, has urged Nigerian artists to use their platforms to reflect the struggles of ordinary people and offer messages of hope amid the country’s economic challenges. Betaboi, who spoke to journalists in Jos, said his music was shaped by personal experiences but was also intended...
Nigeria’s Falconets have qualified for the knockout stage of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland after a dominant 10-1 victory over New Caledonia. The impressive win in Łódź secured Nigeria’s place in the next round of the competition. The Falconets finished the match with four points and...
The Executive Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Ola Olukoyede has charged teenagers across the country to shun cyber crime and other offences, urging them to embrace integrity, hard work and legitimate means of achieving success. He gave the charge in Port Harcourt, Rivers State on Sunday,...
First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on Nigerians to deepen the culture of generosity, compassion and volunteerism as the world commemorates the 2026 International Day of Charity. In a message issued to mark the global observance, the First Lady said the annual event serves as an...