SPOTLIGHT

Tinubu Vows to Crush Terrorism, Banditry as Security Tops Agenda at NEC Conference

KEY POINTS President Tinubu has vowed to defeat terrorism and banditry, describing insecurity as unacceptable and a major economic obstacle. Security, economic reforms, and...

Diezani Alison-Madueke’s Bribery Trial Continues in London Over Alleged Oil Contract Kickbacks

KEY POINTS Diezani Alison-Madueke’s bribery and corruption trial is ongoing in London over alleged oil contract kickbacks. Prosecutors claim she received £100,000 in cash and luxury benefits from companies linked to NNPC contracts. The former petroleum minister denies the allegations and could face up...

Access Bank Honours Herbert Wigwe and Family Two Years After Tragic Passing

KEY POINTS Access Bank has honoured the memory of its former Group Managing Director,...

Nigerian Army Finds Explosives Hidden in Abia Forest

KEY POINTS  Nigerian Army troops discovered two homemade explosive devices in Umuchinma forest, Abia...

Tinubu Vows to Crush Terrorism, Banditry as Security Tops Agenda at NEC Conference

KEY POINTS President Tinubu has vowed to defeat terrorism and banditry, describing insecurity as...

Diezani Alison-Madueke’s Bribery Trial Continues in London Over Alleged Oil Contract Kickbacks

KEY POINTS Diezani Alison-Madueke’s bribery and corruption trial is ongoing in London over alleged...

Nigeria Targets Q2 2026 for Cabotage Fund Release

Nigeria targets a Q2 2026 rollout of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund as NIMASA reforms lending rules to boost indigenous shipping capacity.

Nigeria’s Corporate Registry Processes 10,000 Daily Filings

CAC business registration has surged to about 10,000 daily filings as Nigeria’s corporate registry completes its shift to a fully digital platform.

NEWS

Tinubu Vows to Crush Terrorism, Banditry as Security Tops Agenda at NEC Conference

KEY POINTS President Tinubu has vowed to defeat terrorism and banditry, describing insecurity as unacceptable and a major economic obstacle. Security, economic reforms, and...

Access Bank Honours Herbert Wigwe and Family Two Years After Tragic Passing

KEY POINTS Access Bank has honoured the memory of its former Group Managing Director,...

Nigeria Reopens Kebbi Borders, Releasing 2,000 Stranded Trucks

Kebbi border reopening frees over 2,000 trucks stranded at Nigeria’s borders with Benin and Niger, restoring cross-border trade and easing supply disruptions.

Nigeria Targets Q2 2026 for Cabotage Fund Release

Nigeria targets a Q2 2026 rollout of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund as NIMASA reforms lending rules to boost indigenous shipping capacity.

Nigeria’s Corporate Registry Processes 10,000 Daily Filings

CAC business registration has surged to about 10,000 daily filings as Nigeria’s corporate registry completes its shift to a fully digital platform.

POLITICS

Senate Promises Review as Protesters Demand Real-Time Results

The Senate says it will review the real-time electronic transmission clause after protesters demanded stronger electoral safeguards ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections.

Tinubu Vows Security Push as Insecurity Weighs on Economy

Tinubu says insecurity keeps his administration sleepless, warning terrorism and banditry threaten economic growth as he pledges stronger security action.

Peter Obi Declares 2027 Presidential Ambition

KEY POINTS Peter Obi confirms he will contest the 2027 presidential election as a...

Kano Senator Orders Defected NNPP Chairmen to Return Party Vehicles

KEY POINTS Senator Rufai Hanga has ordered defected NNPP local government chairmen in Kano...

Nigeria Governor’s Call for Single Term Reignites Tenure Debate

Governor Mohammed Bago says fear of re-election weakens governance, reviving national debate over adopting a single term for governors and constitutional reform.

Abia Group Donates ₦100 Million for Otti’s 2027 Nomination Form

Ukwa La Ngwa leaders have donated ₦100 million to fund Governor Alex Otti’s re-election bid ahead of the 2027 Abia governorship election.

Senate Sets Up Panel to Harmonise Views on Electoral Bill

Nigeria’s Senate has formed a bipartisan committee to consolidate lawmakers’ views on proposed Electoral Act amendments, with a report due within 48 hours.

Nigeria’s House Approves Tinubu’s N58.18 Trillion 2026 Budget

Nigeria’s House of Representatives has approved President Tinubu’s N58.18 trillion 2026 budget, prioritising capital expenditure, security and macroeconomic stability.

Lawmaker Warns Soludo Against Ending South-East Sit-At-Home

Obi Aguocha cautions Anambra Governor Soludo that ending the Monday sit-at-home could reignite unrest and disrupt fragile peace in the South-East.

Court Removes Julius Abure as Labour Party Chairman

KEY POINTS The Federal High Court removes Julius Abure as Labour Party chairman, recognising...

Court Throws Out Anyanwu Suit Over PDP National Secretary Role

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed Samuel Anyanwu’s suit seeking recognition...

Abia Obidient Group Denies Threat to Withdraw Support for Otti

Abia’s Obidient Movement says reports linking its support for Governor Alex Otti to ADC defection plans are false and misrepresent its position.

NESG Warns 2027 Elections Could Disrupt Economic Reforms

NESG warns the 2027 elections may undermine Nigeria’s economic reforms, stressing consolidation, disciplined policies, and stronger growth in agriculture and manufacturing.

Kwankwaso Rejects Claims He Backed Gov Yusuf Defection to APC

KEY POINTS Kwankwaso denies backing any plan by Governor Abba Yusuf to leave NNPP ...

BUSINESS

UAC of Nigeria Revenue Jumps After C.H.I. Acquisition

UAC of Nigeria earnings climbed in 2025 after its C.H.I. Limited acquisition lifted revenue, with underlying profit rising despite significant one-off costs.

Eze Loses Equatorial Guinea Stake After Chevron Dispute

Arthur Eze’s Atlas Petroleum loses its Equatorial Guinea stake in Block I, clearing the way for Chevron to advance the Aseng gas development.

Lagos Assembly Budgets N55.4bn for Lawmakers’ Quarters, Complex Beautification in 2026

KEY POINTS Lagos Assembly plans to spend N55.4bn in 2026 on lawmakers’ quarters and...

World Bank Says Nigeria Portfolio Tops $16bn as Global Operations Chief Begins Country Visit

KEY POINTS World Bank says its active development projects and lending in Nigeria now...

Caverton Q4 Revenue Slides Sharply as Losses Narrow Slightly

KEY POINTS Caverton’s fourth-quarter revenue fell to 3.74 billion naira from 13.11 billion naira...

SOCIETY

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

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

Anambra Intensifies Crackdown On Environmental Violations

Anambra expands its environmental enforcement campaign, targeting street trading, drainage blockages and illegal wastewater discharge to improve community safety and curb flooding risks

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.

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

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...

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

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

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.

Regragui Calls Senegal Walk-Off Shameful After AFCON Final Penalty Chaos

Morocco coach Walid Regragui blasts Senegal’s walk-off after a late penalty drama marred the AFCON final showdown.

Rabiu Pays $500,000 Bonus to Super Eagles Despite Loss

Abdul Samad Rabiu has paid a $500,000 Super Eagles cash gift despite Nigeria’s loss, praising the team’s effort, unity and impact on national morale.

Chelle Praises Eagles’ Mental Strength After AFCON Exit

Eric Chelle says Nigeria showed strong mentality despite losing the AFCON 2025 semi-final to Morocco on penalties and urges focus on the third-place match.

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.

All STORIES

Tinubu Vows to Crush Terrorism, Banditry as Security Tops Agenda at NEC Conference

KEY POINTS President Tinubu has vowed to defeat terrorism and banditry, describing insecurity as...

Diezani Alison-Madueke’s Bribery Trial Continues in London Over Alleged Oil Contract Kickbacks

KEY POINTS Diezani Alison-Madueke’s bribery and corruption trial is ongoing in London over alleged...

Access Bank Honours Herbert Wigwe and Family Two Years After Tragic Passing

KEY POINTS Access Bank has honoured the memory of its former Group Managing Director,...

Senate Promises Review as Protesters Demand Real-Time Results

The Senate says it will review the real-time electronic transmission clause after protesters demanded stronger electoral safeguards ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections.

Nigeria Reopens Kebbi Borders, Releasing 2,000 Stranded Trucks

Kebbi border reopening frees over 2,000 trucks stranded at Nigeria’s borders with Benin and Niger, restoring cross-border trade and easing supply disruptions.

Nigeria Targets Q2 2026 for Cabotage Fund Release

Nigeria targets a Q2 2026 rollout of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund as NIMASA reforms lending rules to boost indigenous shipping capacity.

UAC of Nigeria Revenue Jumps After C.H.I. Acquisition

UAC of Nigeria earnings climbed in 2025 after its C.H.I. Limited acquisition lifted revenue, with underlying profit rising despite significant one-off costs.

Nigeria’s Corporate Registry Processes 10,000 Daily Filings

CAC business registration has surged to about 10,000 daily filings as Nigeria’s corporate registry completes its shift to a fully digital platform.

Nigerian Army Finds Explosives Hidden in Abia Forest

KEY POINTS  Nigerian Army troops discovered two homemade explosive devices in Umuchinma forest, Abia...

Appeal Court Upholds Natasha Akpoti’s Suspension

KEY POINTS Appeal Court ruled that the Senate lawfully suspended Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Court upheld...

Borno Police Officer Returns N2.6 Million Sent to Him by Mistake

KEY POINTS • Borno police officer returned N2.6 million sent to his account in error•...

Court Adjourns Murder Trial of Arise TV Anchor

KEY POINTS The murder trial of Arise TV anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu and a security...