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Peter Obi Urges FG to Halt New Tax Laws Over Errors, Lack of Public Input

KEY POINTS Peter Obi urges the Federal Government to pause implementation of newly gazetted tax laws. A KPMG Nigeria report flags 31 critical issues...
Business

Nigeria, UAE Sign Landmark Trade Pact, Open Duty Free Access for Thousands of Products

KEY POINTS Nigeria and the UAE signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement to deepen trade and investment ties. The deal liberalises trade in over 7,000 products, with many tariffs removed immediately. Officials say the pact boosts confidence for investors and expands access for Nigerian...
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Ogun Court Denies Portable Bail Over Assault, Theft Charges

KEY POINTS Ogun High Court in Ota denied bail to singer Portable over assault,...
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Gbenga Daniel says Ijebu Remo State Bid Near Agreement as Talks Intensify in Ogun

KEY POINTS • Daniel says lawmakers are nearing agreement on the proposed Ijebu Remo state•...
Business

Jim Ovia’s $5 Million Bet Built Nigeria’s Zenith Bank Giant

Jim Ovia’s $5 million bet in 1990 built Zenith Bank into Nigeria’s most profitable lender, with over $3.3 billion in shareholders’ funds today.
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FG Threatens Contract Cut on Ibadan-Ilesha Road Project

Nigeria’s works minister warns contractors on the Ibadan-Ilesha expressway to begin urgent palliative repairs or risk losing half of the project scope.
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Peter Obi Urges FG to Halt New Tax Laws Over Errors, Lack of Public Input

KEY POINTS Peter Obi urges the Federal Government to pause implementation of newly gazetted...
News

Ogun Court Denies Portable Bail Over Assault, Theft Charges

KEY POINTS Ogun High Court in Ota denied bail to singer Portable over assault,...

NEWS

News

FG Threatens Contract Cut on Ibadan-Ilesha Road Project

Nigeria’s works minister warns contractors on the Ibadan-Ilesha expressway to begin urgent palliative repairs or risk losing half of the project scope.
News

NYSC to Standardise Protocols for Corpers With Disabilities

NYSC introduces a standardised protocol to ensure inclusive handling of corps members with disabilities during the orientation course and service year.
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FG Honours Fallen, Serving Army Officers for Gallantry, Service

Nigeria honours serving and fallen Army officers at the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration, recognising gallantry, leadership, innovation and sacrifice.
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Peter Obi Urges FG to Halt New Tax Laws Over Errors, Lack of Public Input

KEY POINTS Peter Obi urges the Federal Government to pause implementation of newly gazetted...
News

Ogun Court Denies Portable Bail Over Assault, Theft Charges

KEY POINTS Ogun High Court in Ota denied bail to singer Portable over assault,...

POLITICS

Politics

Tambuwal Says Nigeria Elections Often Distorted at Collation

Aminu Tambuwal says Nigeria’s elections are often distorted during collation, arguing that systemic flaws weaken voter influence and calling for electoral reforms.
Politics

Datti Says Atiku Has Pursued Presidency Since NYSC Days

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed says Atiku Abubakar has pursued the presidency since his NYSC days, calling for a new generation of Nigerian political leaders.
Politics

Baba-Ahmed Denies Declaring Presidential Bid

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed says he never declared a presidential bid, clarifying that his remarks only reaffirmed his membership of the Labour Party.
News

Datti Baba Ahmed Declares 2027 Presidential Bid

KEY POINTS Datti Baba Ahmed announced his 2027 presidential ambition at the Labour Party...
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Rivers Political Feud Escalates as Wike-Aligned PDP Faction Issues Apology Ultimatum to APC Secretary

KEY POINTS A PDP faction loyal to Nyesom Wike has given APC National Secretary...
Politics

Atiku Warns Democracy Is Slipping As Opposition Space Shrinks Under Tinubu

Atiku Abubakar says Nigeria’s democracy is under pressure as opposition parties face growing political interference under the Tinubu administration.
News

Atiku: No ADC Aspirant will Step Aside in 2027 Race

KEY POINTS Atiku says every ADC presidential aspirant will contest without pressure to withdraw. ...
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Rivers Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu Leaves PDP for APC

KEY POINTS Rivers Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu has defected from the PDP to the...
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APC Secretary Tells Wike to Quit Cabinet, Accuses Him of Meddling in Rivers Politics

KEY POINTS APC national secretary Ajibola Basiru says Nyesom Wike should resign as FCT...
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INEC Sets February 21 for Rivers Bye Elections

KEY POINTS • INEC schedules Rivers State bye elections for February 21, 2026• Vacancies arose...
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Rivers Lawmakers Loyal to Wike Defect to APC in Major Shake Up

KEY POINTS • Two Rivers senators defect from PDP to APC during Senate plenary• Six...
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Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu Swears in Speaker Obasa’s Son as Agege Chairman

KEY POINTS • Sanwo Olu urged the new Agege chairman to govern inclusively and avoid...
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Opposition Blasts Tinubu’s 2026 Budget as a Blueprint for Continued Hardship

KEY POINTS Nigeria's main opposition party, the PDP, has rejected President Tinubu's 2026 budget...
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APC Claims Plateau Governor Mutfwang Defects from PDP at Abuja Caucus Meeting

KEY POINTS APC has announced the defection of Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang from...

BUSINESS

Business

Jim Ovia’s $5 Million Bet Built Nigeria’s Zenith Bank Giant

Jim Ovia’s $5 million bet in 1990 built Zenith Bank into Nigeria’s most profitable lender, with over $3.3 billion in shareholders’ funds today.
Business

Nigeria, UAE Sign Landmark Trade Pact, Open Duty Free Access for Thousands of Products

KEY POINTS Nigeria and the UAE signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement to deepen...
Business

Terra Industries Raises $11.75 Million to Scale Defense Systems

Terra Industries raised $11.75 million to scale African defense technology, expanding autonomous systems that secure power plants, mines and other critical infrastructure.
Business

CardinalStone Securities Sets NGX Trading Record in 2025

CardinalStone Securities became the first Nigerian broker to exceed ₦2 trillion in annual NGX transactions, capitalising on a historic rally in the equity market.
Business

Afreximbank Backs Nigerian Trader’s Shift Into Gas Infrastructure

Afreximbank has provided $64 million in financing to support Levene Energy’s entry into Nigeria’s gas infrastructure through an Axxela-linked acquisition.

SOCIETY

Society

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.
News

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
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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
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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
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Atiku Faults Government Over Kebbi Schoolgirls Rescue

Atiku challenges the government’s account of the Kebbi schoolgirls rescue, arguing the incident highlights Nigeria’s worsening security failures rather than a victory

CULTURE

Culture

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.
Culture

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
Culture

Nigeria’s Pop Culture Renaissance Drives Global Shift in Music and Style

KEY POINTS Afrobeat’s modern evolution, led by Nigerian artists, has become a global cultural...
Culture

Tinubu Vows to Fix Anambra’s Roads, Rail and Erosion Crisis

Tinubu visits Anambra, pledges federal help on roads, erosion, and gas development while receiving traditional support
Culture

New Alaafin Vows to Rebuild 200-Year-Old Palace

Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Owoade, plans to restore the 200-year-old palace while empowering youths and preserving the cultural legacy of Yorubaland

SPORTS

Sports

Peter Obi Slams Unpaid Super Eagles Match Allowances

Peter Obi has criticised Nigeria over unpaid Super Eagles match allowances, saying the failure embarrasses the country and distracts players ahead of crucial matches.
Sports

Super Eagles Beat Mozambique 4–0 To Reach AFCON 2025 Quarter-Finals

Nigeria cruised past Mozambique 4–0 in Fès, sealing a quarter-final place after another composed display at AFCON 2025.
News

Anthony Joshua Considers Retirement After Fatal Car Crash in Nigeria

Joshua may retire from boxing after surviving a fatal crash in Nigeria that killed two close team members.
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Anthony Joshua Breaks Silence After Crash That Killed Two Close Friends

KEY POINTS Anthony Joshua paid tribute to Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele after a fatal road accident in Nigeria. The boxer survived the crash with a leg fracture and was discharged from hospital before returning to the UK. The accident occurred on the Lagos...
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Osimhen hunts goals as Nigeria fight for World Cup survival

Nigeria and DR Congo face off in a tense playoff battle, with Osimhen’s form and Congo’s resurgence setting the stage for a dramatic qualifier.

All STORIES

Business

Jim Ovia’s $5 Million Bet Built Nigeria’s Zenith Bank Giant

Jim Ovia’s $5 million bet in 1990 built Zenith Bank into Nigeria’s most profitable lender, with over $3.3 billion in shareholders’ funds today.
News

FG Threatens Contract Cut on Ibadan-Ilesha Road Project

Nigeria’s works minister warns contractors on the Ibadan-Ilesha expressway to begin urgent palliative repairs or risk losing half of the project scope.
News

Sowore Sues Police Chief Over Alleged Rights Violations

Activist Omoyele Sowore has sued Nigeria’s police chief, alleging unlawful arrest, detention, and rights violations linked to a protest in Abuja.
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NYSC to Standardise Protocols for Corpers With Disabilities

NYSC introduces a standardised protocol to ensure inclusive handling of corps members with disabilities during the orientation course and service year.
News

FG Honours Fallen, Serving Army Officers for Gallantry, Service

Nigeria honours serving and fallen Army officers at the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration, recognising gallantry, leadership, innovation and sacrifice.
News

Peter Obi Urges FG to Halt New Tax Laws Over Errors, Lack of Public Input

KEY POINTS Peter Obi urges the Federal Government to pause implementation of newly gazetted...
Business

Nigeria, UAE Sign Landmark Trade Pact, Open Duty Free Access for Thousands of Products

KEY POINTS Nigeria and the UAE signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement to deepen...
News

Ogun Court Denies Portable Bail Over Assault, Theft Charges

KEY POINTS Ogun High Court in Ota denied bail to singer Portable over assault,...
News

Gbenga Daniel says Ijebu Remo State Bid Near Agreement as Talks Intensify in Ogun

KEY POINTS • Daniel says lawmakers are nearing agreement on the proposed Ijebu Remo state•...
News

Video of Olubadan Declining Alaafin Handshake Sparks Fresh Debate Over Yoruba Traditional Hierarchy

KEY POINTS • Viral footage from an Ibadan event shows the Olubadan ignoring a handshake...
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New Awujale to Emerge Within a Month as Ijebu Ruling House Screens 86 Nominees

KEY POINTS Fusengbuwa Ruling House says screening of 86 nominees for Awujale has been...
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Nigeria DisCos Collected N210 Billion in October, NERC Says

Nigeria’s DisCos collected N210 billion in October 2025, according to NERC, as billing gaps and subsidies continued to weigh on electricity sector finances.
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