SPOTLIGHT

Security expert Yahuza Getso says Nigeria’s ‘repentant Boko Haram’ policy is playing games with citizens

Security expert Dr. Yahuza Getso has rejected the Federal Government's "repentant Boko Haram" framing, calling it deceptive and dangerous to public trust.

Kwankwaso Officially Joins African Democratic Congress

KEY POINTS Rabiu Kwankwaso resigned from the NNPP and officially joined the African Democratic Congress in Kano. The defection ceremony was attended by major political figures including David Mark, Peter Obi, Amaechi, and Tambuwal. Kwankwaso said the move was part of a strategic political...

UNIJOS Suspends Examinations After Deadly Attack in Jos Community

KEY POINTS University of Jos suspended Monday and Tuesday examinations after a deadly attack...

Tuggar Resigns as Foreign Minister, Eyes Bauchi Governorship

KEY POINTS Yusuf Tuggar has resigned as Nigeria's Minister of Foreign Affairs to pursue...

BUA Foods proposes record N504 billion dividend

BUA Foods proposed a record N504 billion dividend after profit nearly doubled in 2025, with founder Abdul Samad Rabiu set to pocket about $323 million.

Nigerian newspapers review: US warns over Christian attacks

US Congressman Riley Moore leads today's Nigerian newspapers review, warning that Christian killings in Plateau and Kaduna could damage Nigeria's relationship with the United States.

Security expert Yahuza Getso says Nigeria’s ‘repentant Boko Haram’ policy is playing games with citizens

Security expert Dr. Yahuza Getso has rejected the Federal Government's "repentant Boko Haram" framing, calling it deceptive and dangerous to public trust.

Security expert says Nigeria not serious about arresting bandit kingpin Bello Turji

A security expert says Nigeria is not genuinely interested in arresting Bello Turji, calling government declarations on the matter purely political.

NEWS

BUA Foods proposes record N504 billion dividend

BUA Foods proposed a record N504 billion dividend after profit nearly doubled in 2025, with founder Abdul Samad Rabiu set to pocket about $323 million.

Nigeria’s next-gen satellites set for 2028 launch

NIGCOMSAT Managing Director Jane Egerton-Idehen says Nigeria's satellite program has entered its execution phase, with two new satellites set for launch in 2028 and 2029.

Edun targets 7 percent annual Nigeria GDP growth

Finance Minister Olawale Edun says Nigeria is targeting 7 percent annual GDP growth and needs $14 billion yearly to bridge its infrastructure gap.

Security expert Yahuza Getso says Nigeria’s ‘repentant Boko Haram’ policy is playing games with citizens

Security expert Dr. Yahuza Getso has rejected the Federal Government's "repentant Boko Haram" framing, calling it deceptive and dangerous to public trust.

Security expert says Nigeria not serious about arresting bandit kingpin Bello Turji

A security expert says Nigeria is not genuinely interested in arresting Bello Turji, calling government declarations on the matter purely political.

POLITICS

ALGON pledges Renewed Hope Agenda push across Nigeria

ALGON Acting National President Iliyasu Zakari pledged full grassroots implementation of Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda at his inauguration in Abuja on Monday.

Kwankwaso Resigns From NNPP

KEY POINTS Rabiu Kwankwaso resigned from the NNPP, citing the need for “strategic realignment”...

Akpabio tells Tinubu: Nigeria hasn’t seen your best yet

Senate President Godswill Akpabio told the APC National Convention Friday that Nigerians are yet to see the best of President Tinubu despite significant milestones achieved amid economic difficulties.

OYSIEC visits INEC to prepare for December LG elections

Oyo State's electoral commission has formally notified INEC of a December 29 local government election date and requested collaboration on voter registers and electoral materials.

Governors split on state police as insecurity mounts across Nigeria

Nigerian governors are sharply divided over state police, with most states backing the proposal and a minority warning it could become a tool of political repression.

Tinubu returns to Nigeria after historic UK state visit

President Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu returned to Nigeria Friday after a two-day UK state visit that produced a £746 million port deal and new migration and export agreements.

Tinubu speaks at Windsor Castle in historic Nigeria-UK first

President Bola Tinubu addressed a state banquet at Windsor Castle Tuesday, becoming the first Nigerian leader to speak there while calling for stronger Nigeria-UK ties on security and trade.

Tinubu mobilises 98,000 canvassers across Ondo for 2027

President Tinubu's Renewed Hope Ambassadors has launched in Ondo State, targeting 25 paid canvassers per polling unit to mobilise grassroots support for the 2027 presidential election.

Middle Belt group urges Goodluck Jonathan to run in 2027

A Middle Belt civic group has called on former President Goodluck Jonathan to return to national leadership in 2027, citing worsening poverty, hunger, and insecurity.

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.

BUSINESS

Sterling Bank summit targets Nigeria’s transport logistics gap

Sterling Bank CEO Abubakar Suleiman said fixing Nigeria's transport logistics sector requires bold, coordinated execution, not incremental change, at the inaugural NTLS 2026 summit.

Investigation links late Access Bank CEO to 106 London properties

A new investigation into offshore property ownership in London has linked late Access Bank CEO Herbert Wigwe to 106 properties in the British capital held through shell companies.

Lulu-Briggs foundation treats thousands in Rivers

Lulu-Briggs foundation treated over 5,000 people and performed 149 surgeries in Rivers, expanding access to free healthcare in underserved communities.

Nigeria capital importation jumps in 2025

Nigeria capital importation surged in 2025, rising sharply on the back of portfolio investments and increased inflows into the banking sector.

Moniepoint acquires Orda to push into Africa’s food service market

Tosin Eniolorunda's Moniepoint has acquired Orda Africa, embedding cloud-based restaurant management software into its platform to serve Africa's largely offline and underpenetrated food service sector.

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

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 Véron Mosengo-Omba’s departure. Adamu previously served as CAF Director of...

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...

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 recovering from an early drop to third place. The Campos Racing driver controlled the race from the lead and finished ahead of Freddie Slater and Taito Kato. The victory places...

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...

All STORIES

BUA Foods proposes record N504 billion dividend

BUA Foods proposed a record N504 billion dividend after profit nearly doubled in 2025, with founder Abdul Samad Rabiu set to pocket about $323 million.

Nigerian newspapers review: US warns over Christian attacks

US Congressman Riley Moore leads today's Nigerian newspapers review, warning that Christian killings in Plateau and Kaduna could damage Nigeria's relationship with the United States.

Nigeria’s next-gen satellites set for 2028 launch

NIGCOMSAT Managing Director Jane Egerton-Idehen says Nigeria's satellite program has entered its execution phase, with two new satellites set for launch in 2028 and 2029.

Edun targets 7 percent annual Nigeria GDP growth

Finance Minister Olawale Edun says Nigeria is targeting 7 percent annual GDP growth and needs $14 billion yearly to bridge its infrastructure gap.

ALGON pledges Renewed Hope Agenda push across Nigeria

ALGON Acting National President Iliyasu Zakari pledged full grassroots implementation of Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda at his inauguration in Abuja on Monday.

Security expert Yahuza Getso says Nigeria’s ‘repentant Boko Haram’ policy is playing games with citizens

Security expert Dr. Yahuza Getso has rejected the Federal Government's "repentant Boko Haram" framing, calling it deceptive and dangerous to public trust.

Security expert says Nigeria not serious about arresting bandit kingpin Bello Turji

A security expert says Nigeria is not genuinely interested in arresting Bello Turji, calling government declarations on the matter purely political.

Kwankwaso Officially Joins African Democratic Congress

KEY POINTS Rabiu Kwankwaso resigned from the NNPP and officially joined the African Democratic...

UNIJOS Suspends Examinations After Deadly Attack in Jos Community

KEY POINTS University of Jos suspended Monday and Tuesday examinations after a deadly attack...

Tuggar Resigns as Foreign Minister, Eyes Bauchi Governorship

KEY POINTS Yusuf Tuggar has resigned as Nigeria's Minister of Foreign Affairs to pursue...

Zulum Dissolves Borno Cabinet Ahead of 2027 Political Realignments

KEY POINTS Governor Babagana Zulum dissolved the Borno State Executive Council with immediate effect. ...

Peter Obi says Nigeria is normalizing death after Palm Sunday killings in Jos

Peter Obi says Nigeria is normalizing the deaths of its own people after gunmen killed dozens in a Palm Sunday attack in Jos, Plateau State.