SPOTLIGHT

Court Orders INEC to Deregister ADC, Four Other Parties

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered INEC to deregister the ADC, APP, Action Alliance, Accord Party and Zenith Labour Party. ...

ADC Picks Amaechi as Atiku’s Running Mate for 2027 Election

KEY POINTS ADC has named former minister Rotimi Amaechi as Atiku Abubakar’s running mate for the 2027 presidential election. Atiku previously won the party’s primary, defeating Amaechi and another top contender. The party says the joint ticket is aimed at national unity, governance reform,...

Troops Rescue Late General’s Wife From Bandits

KEY POINTS Nigerian Army and Air Force troops rescued Mrs. Rabe Abubakar during an...

Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Rises to 15.93% in May

KEY POINTS Nigeria's headline inflation rate increased to 15.93% in May 2026, marking the...

Court Orders INEC to Deregister ADC, Four Other Parties

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered INEC to deregister the...

Federal Government Resumes Mass Trial of Terrorism Suspects in Abuja

KEY POINTS The Federal Government has resumed a new phase of mass trials for...

Digital postcode to transform commerce and security and cut delivery costs, says Tijani

Nigeria's digital alphanumeric postcode system, due to launch this year, will transform commerce, strengthen security and cut delivery costs nationwide, Minister Bosun Tijani says.

Troops Rescue Late General’s Wife From Bandits

KEY POINTS Nigerian Army and Air Force troops rescued Mrs. Rabe Abubakar during an...

NEWS

Federal Government Resumes Mass Trial of Terrorism Suspects in Abuja

KEY POINTS The Federal Government has resumed a new phase of mass trials for suspected terrorists in Abuja involving multiple judges and courtrooms. Defendants...

Dangote refinery slashes petrol gantry price by N75 a litre

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has cut the gantry price of petrol by N75 to N1,175 a litre, citing easing Middle East tensions that lowered crude prices.

Deregistration order: Atiku, Mark and Adeleke fume, vow to stay on the ballot

Opposition leaders Atiku Abubakar, David Mark and Ademola Adeleke have condemned a court order directing INEC to deregister the ADC, Accord and four other parties.

Digital postcode to transform commerce and security and cut delivery costs, says Tijani

Nigeria's digital alphanumeric postcode system, due to launch this year, will transform commerce, strengthen security and cut delivery costs nationwide, Minister Bosun Tijani says.

Troops Rescue Late General’s Wife From Bandits

KEY POINTS Nigerian Army and Air Force troops rescued Mrs. Rabe Abubakar during an...

POLITICS

Court Orders INEC to Deregister ADC, Four Other Parties

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered INEC to deregister the...

NDC Picks Kwankwaso’s Son as Kano Deputy Governorship Candidate

KEY POINTS NDC governorship candidate in Kano, Aminu Gwarzo, has picked Mustapha Kwankwaso as...

APC Picks Kudirat Adegunwa-Balogun as Adeola’s Running Mate in Ogun

KEY POINTS APC has named Kudirat Adegunwa-Balogun as the deputy governorship candidate for the...

Soludo appoints Christian Udechukwu special adviser on investments

Anambra Governor Charles Soludo has appointed Christian Udechukwu as his Special Adviser on Investments, returning the former industry commissioner to the state's Executive Council.

Strengthen local arms production and block crime financing, Reps tell key sectors

Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu has urged Nigeria's defence industry to deepen local arms production and charged the financial sector to block criminal and terrorist financing flows.

Nigeria is moving in the right direction, FG says as it defends Tinubu’s reforms

The Federal Government says Nigeria is steadily emerging from economic fragility, defending President Tinubu's reforms with GDP growth, over one million student loan beneficiaries and anti-graft gains.

National Assembly will pass state police bill this week, says Bamidele

Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele says the National Assembly will pass the constitutional amendment bill establishing state police this week, calling the reform long overdue amid worsening insecurity.

INEC Meets Parties, Defends Appeal Against Court Rulings on Election Timelines

KEY POINTS INEC met political parties ahead of the June 20 Ekiti governorship election...

Akume Defends Tinubu’s Reforms, Says Government Will Seek 2027 Mandate Revalidation

KEY POINTS SGF Backs Tinubu Administration’s Economic Policies Claims Economy Is Showing Signs of...

Xenophobia: Nigeria weighs sanctions against South Africa

Nigeria says it is weighing sanctions against South Africa over renewed xenophobic attacks on Nigerians, warning that a review of bilateral privileges is not off the table.

Abure Warns Dickson Over Alliance With Peter Obi

KEY POINTS • Abure cautions NDC against handing control to Obi’s supporters • Says Labour Party...

APC Sets Up Uba Sani-Led Ekiti Governorship Campaign Council

KEY POINTS • APC to inaugurate Ekiti campaign council on Wednesday in Abuja• Uba Sani...

Salihu Dangoje Elected New Kebbi Assembly Speaker

KEY POINTS • Salihu Maikasuwa-Dangoje has been elected Speaker of the Kebbi State House of...

LASU Student Dies After Armed Robbery Attack in Lagos

KEY POINTS • A Lagos State University student died after sustaining injuries during an armed...

BUSINESS

FirstBank hits N1bn daily disbursement on FirstAdvance

FirstBank says its salary-backed digital loan product, FirstAdvance, has hit a milestone of N1 billion in daily disbursement, reflecting rising customer adoption and trust.

Revenue from VAT and CIT falls 6 Percent to N3.79trn in first quarter

Nigeria's combined revenue from VAT and company income tax fell 6.2 percent to N3.79 trillion in the first quarter of 2026, the NBS has said.

EU chief hails US-Iran deal to end war and reopen Hormuz

EU Council President Antonio Costa has welcomed a deal between the US and Iran to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

FCMB appoints Bismarck Rewane non-executive director and board chairman

First City Monument Bank has appointed economist Bismarck Rewane as non-executive director and chairman of its board, following approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria.

CBN Reassigns Four Deputy Governors in Leadership Shake-Up

KEY POINTS The Central Bank of Nigeria has redeployed its four deputy governors in...

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

Court Orders INEC to Deregister ADC, Four Other Parties

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered INEC to deregister the...

Federal Government Resumes Mass Trial of Terrorism Suspects in Abuja

KEY POINTS The Federal Government has resumed a new phase of mass trials for...

ADC Picks Amaechi as Atiku’s Running Mate for 2027 Election

KEY POINTS ADC has named former minister Rotimi Amaechi as Atiku Abubakar’s running mate...

NDC Picks Kwankwaso’s Son as Kano Deputy Governorship Candidate

KEY POINTS NDC governorship candidate in Kano, Aminu Gwarzo, has picked Mustapha Kwankwaso as...

Dangote refinery slashes petrol gantry price by N75 a litre

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has cut the gantry price of petrol by N75 to N1,175 a litre, citing easing Middle East tensions that lowered crude prices.

FirstBank hits N1bn daily disbursement on FirstAdvance

FirstBank says its salary-backed digital loan product, FirstAdvance, has hit a milestone of N1 billion in daily disbursement, reflecting rising customer adoption and trust.

Revenue from VAT and CIT falls 6 Percent to N3.79trn in first quarter

Nigeria's combined revenue from VAT and company income tax fell 6.2 percent to N3.79 trillion in the first quarter of 2026, the NBS has said.

Deregistration order: Atiku, Mark and Adeleke fume, vow to stay on the ballot

Opposition leaders Atiku Abubakar, David Mark and Ademola Adeleke have condemned a court order directing INEC to deregister the ADC, Accord and four other parties.

Digital postcode to transform commerce and security and cut delivery costs, says Tijani

Nigeria's digital alphanumeric postcode system, due to launch this year, will transform commerce, strengthen security and cut delivery costs nationwide, Minister Bosun Tijani says.

Troops Rescue Late General’s Wife From Bandits

KEY POINTS Nigerian Army and Air Force troops rescued Mrs. Rabe Abubakar during an...

Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Rises to 15.93% in May

KEY POINTS Nigeria's headline inflation rate increased to 15.93% in May 2026, marking the...

Security Agencies Arrest 46 Illegal Immigrants in Ogun

KEY POINTS Security agencies arrested 46 suspected illegal immigrants during a joint operation in...