SPOTLIGHT

Ndume Secures APC Senate Ticket for Fifth-Term Bid in Borno South

KEY POINTS Ali Ndume has secured the APC senatorial ticket for Borno South ahead of the 2027 elections. He emerged unopposed after his main...

Confusion Over Yahaya Bello’s APC Senate Screening Status as “Not Cleared” Report Emerges

KEY POINTS A leaked APC screening document reportedly lists Yahaya Bello as “not cleared” for the Kogi Central senatorial primary. Conflicting reports suggest he may have failed to fully participate in the screening amid ongoing EFCC corruption trials. The APC has yet to issue...

Farouk Lawan Loses APC Return Bid as Kano Picks 20 Reps Candidates by Consensus

KEY POINTS Farouk Lawan lost his APC House of Reps primary in Kano to...

El-Rufai Granted N100m Bail in Phone Interception Case, Faces Strict Court Conditions

KEY POINTS El-Rufai was granted N100 million bail by a Federal High Court in...

Atiku says Tinubu ‘cannot govern’ as killings, abductions surge nationwide

Atiku Abubakar condemned President Tinubu over the Ogbomoso school abductions and Katsina killings, declaring that the administration "cannot govern" Nigeria.

Obi emerges sole NDC presidential aspirant for 2027 race

Peter Obi emerged as the sole NDC presidential aspirant after the party closed the sale of its 2027 nomination forms with no other buyer.

Ndume Secures APC Senate Ticket for Fifth-Term Bid in Borno South

KEY POINTS Ali Ndume has secured the APC senatorial ticket for Borno South ahead...

El-Rufai Granted N100m Bail in Phone Interception Case, Faces Strict Court Conditions

KEY POINTS El-Rufai was granted N100 million bail by a Federal High Court in...

NEWS

Atiku says Tinubu ‘cannot govern’ as killings, abductions surge nationwide

Atiku Abubakar condemned President Tinubu over the Ogbomoso school abductions and Katsina killings, declaring that the administration "cannot govern" Nigeria.

Police arrest 6 over phone tip-offs in Oyo school abduction

Oyo police arrested six suspects who allegedly informed bandits via phone calls during the Ahoro-Esiele school abduction that killed three people.

Enoh targets 1.5 million jobs in Nigeria’s textile revival push

Industry Minister of State John Enoh unveiled plans to revive Nigeria's cotton-to-garment industry and create 1.5 million jobs after cotton output crashed 95 percent.

Ndume Secures APC Senate Ticket for Fifth-Term Bid in Borno South

KEY POINTS Ali Ndume has secured the APC senatorial ticket for Borno South ahead...

El-Rufai Granted N100m Bail in Phone Interception Case, Faces Strict Court Conditions

KEY POINTS El-Rufai was granted N100 million bail by a Federal High Court in...

POLITICS

Confusion Over Yahaya Bello’s APC Senate Screening Status as “Not Cleared” Report Emerges

KEY POINTS A leaked APC screening document reportedly lists Yahaya Bello as “not cleared”...

Farouk Lawan Loses APC Return Bid as Kano Picks 20 Reps Candidates by Consensus

KEY POINTS Farouk Lawan lost his APC House of Reps primary in Kano to...

APC Senatorial Primaries: Ajimobi’s Brother, Kola-Daisi, Others Disqualified in Oyo Screening Shake-Up

KEY POINTS The APC in Oyo State disqualified several senatorial aspirants, including Ajimobi Wasiu...

Lagos Speaker Obasa Wins APC House of Reps Ticket Unopposed for Agege Seat

KEY POINTS Mudashiru Obasa secured the APC House of Representatives ticket for Agege federal...

APC primaries trigger Reps revolt as 26 incumbents lose tickets

APC's House of Representatives primaries claimed at least 26 sitting lawmakers and 14 disqualified aspirants, triggering litigation threats and one death during violence in Plateau.

US, Nigeria kill ISIS second-in-command al-Minuki in Sokoto strike

US and Nigerian forces killed ISIS second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki in a Sokoto air strike, President Trump announced, marking a major counter-terrorism milestone.

Tambuwal Steps Down from Sokoto South Senate Race

KEY POINTS Aminu Tambuwal has withdrawn from the Sokoto South Senate race under the...

Former Ondo Governor Olusegun Mimiko Joins APC Ahead of 2027 Elections

KEY POINTS • Former Ondo State Governor Olusegun Mimiko has officially defected from the PDP...

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde Declares Interest in 2027 Presidential Race Under APM Alliance

KEY POINTS • Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has officially declared his intention to contest...

PDP and APM Sign Alliance Agreement Ahead of 2027 Elections in Ibadan

KEY POINTS • The PDP and Allied Peoples’ Movement have signed a Memorandum of Understanding...

Mamman jailed 75 years for N33.8bn power fraud, sentenced in absentia

The Federal High Court sentenced former Power Minister Saleh Mamman to 75 years in absentia over N33.8 billion fraud tied to hydroelectric power projects.

Obasa Declares Interest in House Of Representatives Seat Ahead Of 2027 Elections

KEY POINTS Lagos Assembly Speaker Mudashiru Obasa has declared his intention to contest for...

Fubara Denies Defection Rumours, Reaffirms Commitment to APC

KEY POINTS Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara denied rumours that he defected from the APC...

Oyo APC Governorship Aspirants Reject Alleged Candidate Imposition Ahead of 2027 Poll

KEY POINTS Six Oyo APC governorship aspirants rejected alleged plans to impose a consensus...

BUSINESS

AfDB approves $200m BoI facility to boost Nigeria’s industrial sector

AfDB approved a $200 million facility for Nigeria's Bank of Industry to boost SMEs, manufacturing and green industrialization, with women-led and youth businesses prioritized.

Dangote lifts Ethiopia investment to $4billion, pledges African food security

Aliko Dangote raised his Ethiopia investment from $2.5 billion to over $4 billion, pledging that fertilizer plants will deliver food security across Africa.

Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Climbs to 15.69% in April Despite Slower Food Price Growth

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s inflation rate rose slightly to 15.69% in April 2026 after the...

Forex shock will swallow tariff cut on car prices, stakeholders warn

Nigerian car prices will not drop despite FG's tariff cut from 70 to 40 percent because forex, logistics and port costs dominate vehicle landing prices.

LPG price set to hit N1,500/kg as depot stocks dry up

Nigerian cooking gas could rise to N1,500 per kilogram from N1,300 as depot stocks thin and only Dangote Refinery, Ardova and Navgas have supplies.

SOCIETY

Makinde says Oyo 2027 successor decision is coming

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde revealed Sunday that his administration has begun a structured succession process for 2027 and will announce a preferred candidate in due course.

Nigeria’s Economic Crisis Is Pulling Children Out of School and Into Child Labour

Nigeria's worsening economy is forcing parents to pull children from private schools, with some children as young as seven now working to support their families.

Empty Stomachs Are Becoming Nigeria’s Biggest Threat

Hunger is now Nigeria’s hidden security crisis, hurting families, raising crime, and weakening trust in government across the country.

Citizens Push Back As Nigerians Say Corruption And Insecurity Are Crushing Daily Life

Nigerians voice anger over insecurity, failing services, and corruption, saying official claims no longer match reality or improve daily life.

EFCC Summons Former Justice Minister Malami

EFCC invites former Justice Minister Abubakar Malami for renewed questioning as investigators expand their probe and revisit decisions from his time in office

CULTURE

Exhibit Mosho Lights Up Ogbomoso with Valentine’s Day Pop-Up Art Exhibition

Exhibit Mosho gathered 24 artists in Ogbomoso on Valentine’s Day, celebrating love, bravery and the city’s growing creative spirit.

Kunle Afolayan Seals Landmark Benin Partnership to Launch Pan-West African Mythology TV Epic

KEY POINTS Kunle Afolayan has partnered with the Benin Republic government to produce a...

Igbo Women Warn Language Faces Extinction Without Action

Igbo Women Assembly raises concern over Igbo language extinction risk and plans Mother Tongue Day 2026 in Awka to promote preservation efforts.

NIGERIAN ANGLICAN CHURCH REJECTS OPENLY GAY ARCHBISHOP

The Nigerian Anglican Church rejects the election of an openly gay Archbishop, deepening the divide within the global Anglican Communion.

5 Cultural Practices Still Relevant in 21st Century Nigeria

Explore five Nigerian cultural practices that still influence society and reflect the nation’s enduring identity in modern times

SPORTS

Tinubu Approves Nigeria’s Bid to Host 2026 CAF Awards, General Assembly

KEY POINTS President Tinubu approved Nigeria’s bid to host the 2026 CAF Awards and CAF General Assembly. The announcement followed a meeting with CAF...

Veteran Broadcaster Temisan Okomi Reportedly Dies at 53

KEY POINTS Reports of Temisan Okomi’s death emerged on social media but remain unconfirmed. ...

Samson Adamu Named CAF Acting General Secretary After Mosengo-Omba Exit

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s Samson Adamu has been appointed Acting General Secretary of CAF following...

NFF Challenges FIFA Decision After Losing DR Congo Eligibility Petition

KEY POINTS FIFA dismissed NFF’s petition challenging DR Congo players’ eligibility. Nigeria alleged passport irregularities but failed to prove the case. NFF has appealed the decision as DR Congo advances in qualification. The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has lost its petition against the Democratic Republic...

Ugo Ugochukwu Claims Maiden Formula 3 Victory in Melbourne

KEY POINTS Ugo Ugochukwu won his first FIA Formula 3 race in Melbourne after recovering from an early drop to third place. The Campos...

All STORIES

Atiku says Tinubu ‘cannot govern’ as killings, abductions surge nationwide

Atiku Abubakar condemned President Tinubu over the Ogbomoso school abductions and Katsina killings, declaring that the administration "cannot govern" Nigeria.

Obi emerges sole NDC presidential aspirant for 2027 race

Peter Obi emerged as the sole NDC presidential aspirant after the party closed the sale of its 2027 nomination forms with no other buyer.

Police arrest 6 over phone tip-offs in Oyo school abduction

Oyo police arrested six suspects who allegedly informed bandits via phone calls during the Ahoro-Esiele school abduction that killed three people.

AfDB approves $200m BoI facility to boost Nigeria’s industrial sector

AfDB approved a $200 million facility for Nigeria's Bank of Industry to boost SMEs, manufacturing and green industrialization, with women-led and youth businesses prioritized.

Enoh targets 1.5 million jobs in Nigeria’s textile revival push

Industry Minister of State John Enoh unveiled plans to revive Nigeria's cotton-to-garment industry and create 1.5 million jobs after cotton output crashed 95 percent.

Ndume Secures APC Senate Ticket for Fifth-Term Bid in Borno South

KEY POINTS Ali Ndume has secured the APC senatorial ticket for Borno South ahead...

Confusion Over Yahaya Bello’s APC Senate Screening Status as “Not Cleared” Report Emerges

KEY POINTS A leaked APC screening document reportedly lists Yahaya Bello as “not cleared”...

Farouk Lawan Loses APC Return Bid as Kano Picks 20 Reps Candidates by Consensus

KEY POINTS Farouk Lawan lost his APC House of Reps primary in Kano to...

El-Rufai Granted N100m Bail in Phone Interception Case, Faces Strict Court Conditions

KEY POINTS El-Rufai was granted N100 million bail by a Federal High Court in...

EFCC Boss Orders Apology to Uyo Surgeon After Hospital Raid Controversy

KEY POINTS EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede ordered operatives to apologise to a UUTH surgeon...

Makinde Opens Door for Talks as Oyo School Kidnappers Hold Pupils, Teachers

KEY POINTS Governor Seyi Makinde says Oyo State is ready to listen to kidnappers’...

Police Rescue 30 Malians, Arrest 13 in Abuja Human Trafficking Crackdown

KEY POINTS Nigeria Police rescued 30 Malian victims and arrested 13 suspects linked to...