SPOTLIGHT

Senate Confirms Usman Dakingari as Ambassador

KEY POINTS The Senate confirmed Usman Dakingari as a non-career ambassador and approved Ismail Yusuf as chairman and chief executive officer of the National...

Senate Confirms Jamila Abubakar-Sadiq as INEC National Electoral Commissioner for North-East

KEY POINTS The Senate has confirmed Jamila Abubakar-Sadiq, a retired rear admiral, as INEC national electoral commissioner representing the North-East. Her confirmation followed a screening and recommendation by the Senate Committee on Electoral Matters. Senate President Godswill Akpabio expressed confidence that she will help...

Appeal Court Affirms Wole Oluyede as PDP Governorship Candidate for 2026 Ekiti Election

KEY POINTS The Court of Appeal in Akure has affirmed Wole Oluyede as the...

IGP Urges Court to Dismiss El-Rufai’s N1bn Rights Violation Suit

KEY POINTS The IGP has asked a Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss...

Senate Confirms Usman Dakingari as Ambassador

KEY POINTS The Senate confirmed Usman Dakingari as a non-career ambassador and approved Ismail...

Senate Confirms Jamila Abubakar-Sadiq as INEC National Electoral Commissioner for North-East

KEY POINTS The Senate has confirmed Jamila Abubakar-Sadiq, a retired rear admiral, as INEC...

Tony Elumelu Foundation Adds Three Global Names to Board

The Tony Elumelu Foundation has named UAE Special Envoy Badr Jafar, former IKEA Foundation CEO Per Heggenes, and Harvard professor Paul Gompers to its advisory board.

Nigeria Launches itSMF Chapter to Lift IT Standards

Nigeria has joined the global IT service management community with the launch of itSMF Nigeria, a professional forum aimed at improving how technology services are delivered nationwide.

NEWS

Senate Confirms Usman Dakingari as Ambassador

KEY POINTS The Senate confirmed Usman Dakingari as a non-career ambassador and approved Ismail Yusuf as chairman and chief executive officer of the National...

Appeal Court Affirms Wole Oluyede as PDP Governorship Candidate for 2026 Ekiti Election

KEY POINTS The Court of Appeal in Akure has affirmed Wole Oluyede as the...

IGP Urges Court to Dismiss El-Rufai’s N1bn Rights Violation Suit

KEY POINTS The IGP has asked a Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss...

Tony Elumelu Foundation Adds Three Global Names to Board

The Tony Elumelu Foundation has named UAE Special Envoy Badr Jafar, former IKEA Foundation CEO Per Heggenes, and Harvard professor Paul Gompers to its advisory board.

Nigeria Launches itSMF Chapter to Lift IT Standards

Nigeria has joined the global IT service management community with the launch of itSMF Nigeria, a professional forum aimed at improving how technology services are delivered nationwide.

POLITICS

Rivers Senator Ipalibo Banigo Defects to APC, Blames PDP’s Internal Crisis

KEY POINTS Rivers West Senator Ipalibo Banigo has defected from the PDP to the...

Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal Defects from PDP to APC Amid Party Crisis

KEY POINTS Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal has defected from the PDP to the APC...

Rivers Assembly Rejects Four Fubara Commissioner Nominees

Rivers Assembly rejected four of Governor Fubara's nine commissioner nominees Monday after a screening session that lasted over two hours.

Cross River Sports Forms 2027 Support Group for Tinubu, Otu

Cross River State's Sports Commission has set up a grassroots political support group, tasking its members and 18 LGA coordinators with rallying votes for President Tinubu and Governor Bassey Otu in 2027.

Diaspora Group Warns Over Alleged Threats to Peter Obi

COPDEM diaspora Peter Obi warning highlights alleged security threats and urges investigation to safeguard Nigeria’s democratic stability.

South-South Leaders Back Amaechi for 2027 Presidency

KEY POINTS South-South political leaders say they unanimously support Rotimi Amaechi if he runs...

Tinubu Urges National Assembly to Begin State Police Amendment

Tinubu urges National Assembly to advance State Police amendment, linking constitutional reform to efforts to combat terrorism and banditry.

Obi, Odigie-Oyegun Escape Gunmen in Benin City

Obi, Odigie-Oyegun escape gunmen in Benin City after attackers disrupted an ADC meeting and opened fire near the former governor’s residence.

ADC Condemns Alleged Assassination Attempt on Obi in Benin

ADC condemnation of alleged assassination attempt on Obi in Benin follows gunfire at a political meeting and fresh tensions in Edo State politics.

APC Wins Five of Six FCT Councils, PDP Takes Gwagwalada

APC secures five FCT Area Councils in weekend polls as PDP wins Gwagwalada, highlighting competitive local politics in Nigeria’s capital.

APC Demands Adeleke Resignation Over N13.7 Billion Fraud

APC calls for Ademola Adeleke’s resignation over alleged N13.7 billion payroll fraud as Osun government rejects audit findings and denies wrongdoing.

Nigeria to Establish Armed Forces College of Medicine

Nigeria plans Armed Forces College of Medicine within NDA framework to boost military medical readiness and tackle national doctor shortages.

PDP Candidate Dantani Withdraws from AMAC Race

KEY POINTS PDP’s AMAC candidate Zadna Dantani withdrew from the race and endorsed APC...

Vote Buying Will Not Be Allowed in FCT Elections, INEC Chairman Warns

KEY POINTS INEC says vote buying will not be tolerated in the February 21...

BUSINESS

Anthony Joshua Quits UK for Dubai Despite Iran War

Anthony Joshua has formally relocated to Dubai, with filings for two of his companies confirming the move despite Iranian drone strikes on the UAE.

Tantita MD Kestin Pondi Gives $570K to 80 Entrepreneurs

Tantita Security Services MD Kestin Pondi handed out N800 million in business grants to 80 entrepreneurs in Delta State, selected from over 26,000 applications.

Dangote Refinery Puts Nigeria First as Oil Hits $100

Dangote Refinery pledged Monday to put Nigeria's domestic fuel market first as the Middle East war pushed crude oil above $100 a barrel.

Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Ex-Depot Price to N1,175

KEY POINTS Dangote Refinery increased its petrol ex-depot price to N1,175 per litre and...

Fidson, NREIT Listings Lift NGX Weekly Turnover

Two new listings lifted Nigeria's stock market last week as NGX weekly turnover reached $127.9 million despite softer volume numbers.

SOCIETY

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.

Bauchi Police Confirm Death in Farmer-Herder Clash

Police confirmed one death and five arrests after a violent farmer-herder clash in Bauchi, prompting tighter security and a deeper investigation

Kaduna Widows Receive Free Homes from Adashe Initiative

Kaduna widows and orphans receive 100 free homes through the Adashe housing project, combining shelter, training, and empowerment for long-term self-reliance

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

D’Tigress Crush Colombia 70-37 in World Cup Qualifier

Nigeria's D'Tigress beat Colombia 70-37 in their FIBA Women's World Cup qualifying opener in France, with Victoria Macaulay leading the scoring.

Ugo Ugochukwu Claims Maiden Formula 3 Victory in Melbourne

KEY POINTS Ugo Ugochukwu won his first FIA Formula 3 race in Melbourne after...

Court Delays Anthony Joshua Driver’s Case

KEY POINTS Court adjourned the driver’s trial to March 17 so prosecutors can prepare. ...

East Africans Dominate Again as Kenya and Ethiopia Sweep 2026 Lagos City Marathon Titles

KEY POINTS Kenyan and Ethiopian runners once again dominated, with Ezra Kipchumba Kerin and Meseret Dinke winning the men’s and women’s races. The Lagos City Marathon marked its 11th edition, continuing its rise as one of Africa’s premier road races with strong international participation. ...

AFCON Morocco 2025 Sets Digital Records, CAF Says

AFCON Morocco 2025 set new digital benchmarks, with billions of impressions and video views driven largely by fan-created content and diaspora engagement worldwide.

All STORIES

Senate Confirms Usman Dakingari as Ambassador

KEY POINTS The Senate confirmed Usman Dakingari as a non-career ambassador and approved Ismail...

Senate Confirms Jamila Abubakar-Sadiq as INEC National Electoral Commissioner for North-East

KEY POINTS The Senate has confirmed Jamila Abubakar-Sadiq, a retired rear admiral, as INEC...

Appeal Court Affirms Wole Oluyede as PDP Governorship Candidate for 2026 Ekiti Election

KEY POINTS The Court of Appeal in Akure has affirmed Wole Oluyede as the...

IGP Urges Court to Dismiss El-Rufai’s N1bn Rights Violation Suit

KEY POINTS The IGP has asked a Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss...

Tony Elumelu Foundation Adds Three Global Names to Board

The Tony Elumelu Foundation has named UAE Special Envoy Badr Jafar, former IKEA Foundation CEO Per Heggenes, and Harvard professor Paul Gompers to its advisory board.

Nigeria Launches itSMF Chapter to Lift IT Standards

Nigeria has joined the global IT service management community with the launch of itSMF Nigeria, a professional forum aimed at improving how technology services are delivered nationwide.

Safety tips for Nigerians trapped in Iran as Middle East conflict escalates

Growing Middle East strikes raise fears for Nigerians in Iran, as safety advice and evacuation calls emerge amid escalating conflict.

New report says Tinubu’s economic reforms have worsened cost of living for many Nigerians

A new report says economic reforms under President Tinubu raised living costs, leaving many Nigerian households and businesses struggling.

Nigerian Students Win Funding at AfriVatech Research Pitch

Seven young Nigerian researchers showcased technology solutions for African challenges at the AfriVatech iResearch Fellowship Grand Pitch, with Tife Kerry emerging overall winner.

Nigeria’s Single Window Trade Platform Launches March 27

Nigeria's National Single Window Initiative is set to go live March 27, with the Secretariat wrapping up a nationwide stakeholder sensitisation tour across three cities.

Illegal mining turns deadly in Plateau as bandit attacks, mine collapses claim lives

Illegal mining in Plateau exposes youths to bandit attacks, deadly mine collapses and growing insecurity across rural communities.

Makinde support group urges Wike allies to return to PDP mainstream amid leadership crisis

A Makinde support group calls on Wike-backed PDP members to return to mainstream leadership as reconciliation efforts gather momentum.