SPOTLIGHT

Police Council Backs Tunji Disu as Acting IGP

KEY POINTS The Police Council, chaired by President Bola Tinubu, unanimously ratified Tunji Disu’s appointment as Acting Inspector-General of Police. Disu will proceed to...

New HIV Prevention Injection to Arrive in Nigeria This March

KEY POINTS Nigeria will receive its first consignments of Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention injection, in March 2026. NAFDAC has approved the drug, and rollout preparations have been completed in 10 states. Healthcare workers have been trained, and awareness materials developed to ensure a...

Atiku’s Son Steps Down as Adamawa Commissioner

KEY POINTS Adamu Abubakar, son of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, has resigned as Adamawa...

Petrol Could Hit N1,000 Per Liter in Nigeria as Dangote Raises Price Amid Iran War Oil Surge

Dangote Refinery has raised its petrol gantry price to N874 per liter, putting pump prices on course to hit N1,000 nationwide.

Police Council Backs Tunji Disu as Acting IGP

KEY POINTS The Police Council, chaired by President Bola Tinubu, unanimously ratified Tunji Disu’s...

Shi’ite Protests Rock Lagos, Kano, Others Over Death of Iran’s Khamenei

KEY POINTS Members of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria protested in several states over...

UNICAL Suspends Nine Students for Exam Cheating and Forged Results

The University of Calabar has suspended nine students over exam malpractice and result forgery, effective from the 2024/2025 academic year.

Abuja Airport Hits 10,000 Go Cashless Cards

Abuja's Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport has registered over 10,000 Go Cashless cards since FAAN launched its cashless toll policy.

NEWS

Police Council Backs Tunji Disu as Acting IGP

KEY POINTS The Police Council, chaired by President Bola Tinubu, unanimously ratified Tunji Disu’s appointment as Acting Inspector-General of Police. Disu will proceed to...

New HIV Prevention Injection to Arrive in Nigeria This March

KEY POINTS Nigeria will receive its first consignments of Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention...

Atiku’s Son Steps Down as Adamawa Commissioner

KEY POINTS Adamu Abubakar, son of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, has resigned as Adamawa...

UNICAL Suspends Nine Students for Exam Cheating and Forged Results

The University of Calabar has suspended nine students over exam malpractice and result forgery, effective from the 2024/2025 academic year.

Abuja Airport Hits 10,000 Go Cashless Cards

Abuja's Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport has registered over 10,000 Go Cashless cards since FAAN launched its cashless toll policy.

POLITICS

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...

Tinubu Says Electronic Transmission Supportive

Tinubu signs Electoral Act Amendment 2026, backing a hybrid results system as former REC Mike Igini criticises manual backup provisions.

Abia PFN Urges Otti to Remain in Politics Beyond 2031

PFN backs Otti second term ambition in Abia, urging the governor to remain in politics beyond 2031 despite opposition from former governors.

EFCC Questions El-Rufai Over Alleged N432 Billion Misconduct

EFCC questions former Kaduna governor Nasir el-Rufai over alleged N432 billion misconduct as Federal Government files cybercrime charges in Abuja.

US Freezes Assets of Eight Nigerians Over Terror, Cyber Links

US Nigeria terror sanctions freeze assets of eight Nigerians over alleged Boko Haram, ISIL and cybercrime links under OFAC designation.

BUSINESS

AMNI Sends Drilling Rig to Okoro Field, Chases 12,000 Barrels Per Day

AMNI International has sent a drilling rig to its Okoro offshore field in Nigeria, targeting peak output of more than 12,000 barrels per day.

Dangote Refinery Taps Three Banks for Record NGX Listing

Dangote Refinery has appointed three investment banks to lead what analysts say could become Africa's biggest-ever stock market listing.

Shell Nigeria Workers Protest Over Pay Dispute in Lagos

Shell Nigeria workers shut down the company's Broad Street office Tuesday, accusing management of pay discrimination against Nigerian staff.

Dangote Set for N659 Billion Windfall From Cement Dividend

Dangote Cement dividend 2025 of N45 per share positions Aliko Dangote for a N659 billion gross payout following earnings growth.

Seplat Revenue Jumps 144 Percent to $2.73 Billion

Seplat Energy 2025 revenue surged 144% to $2.73 billion as offshore assets boosted production and dividends rose 52 percent.

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

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

Court Delays Anthony Joshua Driver’s Case

KEY POINTS Court adjourned the driver’s trial to March 17 so prosecutors can prepare. Defendant faces charges including dangerous driving causing death. Crash killed...

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...

Anthony Joshua Pays Tribute to Late Friends With Emotional Tattoos After Fatal Crash

KEY POINTS Anthony Joshua lost his trainer and strength coach in a fatal crash...

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.

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.

All STORIES

Police Council Backs Tunji Disu as Acting IGP

KEY POINTS The Police Council, chaired by President Bola Tinubu, unanimously ratified Tunji Disu’s...

Shi’ite Protests Rock Lagos, Kano, Others Over Death of Iran’s Khamenei

KEY POINTS Members of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria protested in several states over...

New HIV Prevention Injection to Arrive in Nigeria This March

KEY POINTS Nigeria will receive its first consignments of Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention...

Atiku’s Son Steps Down as Adamawa Commissioner

KEY POINTS Adamu Abubakar, son of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, has resigned as Adamawa...

AMNI Sends Drilling Rig to Okoro Field, Chases 12,000 Barrels Per Day

AMNI International has sent a drilling rig to its Okoro offshore field in Nigeria, targeting peak output of more than 12,000 barrels per day.

Dangote Refinery Taps Three Banks for Record NGX Listing

Dangote Refinery has appointed three investment banks to lead what analysts say could become Africa's biggest-ever stock market listing.

UNICAL Suspends Nine Students for Exam Cheating and Forged Results

The University of Calabar has suspended nine students over exam malpractice and result forgery, effective from the 2024/2025 academic year.

Abuja Airport Hits 10,000 Go Cashless Cards

Abuja's Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport has registered over 10,000 Go Cashless cards since FAAN launched its cashless toll policy.

Shell Nigeria Workers Protest Over Pay Dispute in Lagos

Shell Nigeria workers shut down the company's Broad Street office Tuesday, accusing management of pay discrimination against Nigerian staff.

Petrol Could Hit N1,000 Per Liter in Nigeria as Dangote Raises Price Amid Iran War Oil Surge

Dangote Refinery has raised its petrol gantry price to N874 per liter, putting pump prices on course to hit N1,000 nationwide.

The U.S. Warns Its Citizens in Nigeria to Stay Alert After American Forces Struck Iran

The U.S. State Department is warning Americans in Nigeria to stay vigilant after military strikes on Iran killed its supreme leader.

Nigeria Has No Word From Its Citizens Trapped in Iran as the Middle East War Spirals Beyond Borders

Nigeria's government has received no distress calls from citizens in Iran as Middle East fighting kills hundreds and drives oil prices higher.