SPOTLIGHT

Lagos Govt Probes Collapse of School Building in Ogba as Injured Students Receive Treatment

KEY POINTS No deaths recorded after a four-storey building housing a private school collapsed in Ogba, Lagos, as occupants evacuated moments before the incident. ...

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 after consultations with political stakeholders in the state. He cited the prolonged leadership crisis and internal disagreements within the PDP as major reasons for his decision. His defection raises the...

Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Ex-Depot Price to N1,175

KEY POINTS Dangote Refinery increased its petrol ex-depot price to N1,175 per litre and...

Dangote Tops Forbes 2026 Africa Billionaires List as Rabiu’s Wealth Jumps 120 Percent

Aliko Dangote topped the Forbes 2026 Africa Billionaires list with $28.5 billion as Nigeria placed four businessmen among the continent's wealthiest.

Lagos Govt Probes Collapse of School Building in Ogba as Injured Students Receive Treatment

KEY POINTS No deaths recorded after a four-storey building housing a private school collapsed...

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...

Petrol Hits N1,300 Per Litre in Nigeria as Middle East War Drives Crude Oil to $110 Per Barrel

Petrol prices surged to N1,300 per litre across Nigeria as the Middle East war pushed global crude oil prices to $110 per barrel.

Court Shuts Down Ondo Governor’s Bid to Block Eligibility Lawsuit

The Court of Appeal dismissed Ondo Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa's appeal, allowing a lawsuit over his re-election eligibility to move forward.

NEWS

Lagos Govt Probes Collapse of School Building in Ogba as Injured Students Receive Treatment

KEY POINTS No deaths recorded after a four-storey building housing a private school collapsed in Ogba, Lagos, as occupants evacuated moments before the incident. ...

Fintiri Imposes 24-Hour Curfew on Lamurde LGA Over Renewed Communal Violence

  KEY POINTS Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri imposed a 24-hour curfew on Lamurde LGA following...

Dangote Tops Forbes 2026 Africa Billionaires List as Rabiu’s Wealth Jumps 120 Percent

Aliko Dangote topped the Forbes 2026 Africa Billionaires list with $28.5 billion as Nigeria placed four businessmen among the continent's wealthiest.

Petrol Hits N1,300 Per Litre in Nigeria as Middle East War Drives Crude Oil to $110 Per Barrel

Petrol prices surged to N1,300 per litre across Nigeria as the Middle East war pushed global crude oil prices to $110 per barrel.

Court Shuts Down Ondo Governor’s Bid to Block Eligibility Lawsuit

The Court of Appeal dismissed Ondo Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa's appeal, allowing a lawsuit over his re-election eligibility to move forward.

POLITICS

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.

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.

BUSINESS

Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Ex-Depot Price to N1,175

KEY POINTS Dangote Refinery increased its petrol ex-depot price to N1,175 per litre and diesel to N1,620, marking the fourth price adjustment since March 2. The new pricing follows a temporary suspension of petrol loading operations, which had triggered speculation of an imminent increase. ...

Fidson, NREIT Listings Lift NGX Weekly Turnover

Two new listings lifted Nigeria's stock market last week as NGX weekly turnover reached $127.9 million despite softer volume numbers.

Nigeria Earns $21.87 Billion From EU Trade but Sells Mostly Oil

Nigeria traded $21.87 billion with the EU in 2024, but non-oil goods accounted for just 10 percent of that figure.

Dangote Cement Signs $1bn Deal to Hit 80M Tonnes by 2030

Dangote Cement signed a $1 billion deal with China's Sinoma Engineering to expand production across seven African countries, targeting 80 million tonnes per year by 2030.

John Dale and Lawrence Oyor Launch KwikPort to Expand African Access to Global Trade

Entrepreneurs John Dale and Lawrence Oyor launch KwikPort to help African exporters access verified international demand and simplify logistics in Nigeria’s non oil trade

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

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...

Court Delays Anthony Joshua Driver’s Case

KEY POINTS Court adjourned the driver’s trial to March 17 so prosecutors can prepare. ...

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 during a visit to Nigeria. He honoured them with a tattoo reading “Latz Sina” and shared an emotional tribute online. The driver involved faces multiple charges while investigations into the...

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.

All STORIES

Lagos Govt Probes Collapse of School Building in Ogba as Injured Students Receive Treatment

KEY POINTS No deaths recorded after a four-storey building housing a private school collapsed...

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...

Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Ex-Depot Price to N1,175

KEY POINTS Dangote Refinery increased its petrol ex-depot price to N1,175 per litre and...

Fintiri Imposes 24-Hour Curfew on Lamurde LGA Over Renewed Communal Violence

  KEY POINTS Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri imposed a 24-hour curfew on Lamurde LGA following...

Fidson, NREIT Listings Lift NGX Weekly Turnover

Two new listings lifted Nigeria's stock market last week as NGX weekly turnover reached $127.9 million despite softer volume numbers.

Dangote Tops Forbes 2026 Africa Billionaires List as Rabiu’s Wealth Jumps 120 Percent

Aliko Dangote topped the Forbes 2026 Africa Billionaires list with $28.5 billion as Nigeria placed four businessmen among the continent's wealthiest.

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.

Petrol Hits N1,300 Per Litre in Nigeria as Middle East War Drives Crude Oil to $110 Per Barrel

Petrol prices surged to N1,300 per litre across Nigeria as the Middle East war pushed global crude oil prices to $110 per barrel.

Court Shuts Down Ondo Governor’s Bid to Block Eligibility Lawsuit

The Court of Appeal dismissed Ondo Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa's appeal, allowing a lawsuit over his re-election eligibility to move forward.

Court Clears ICPC to Probe Alleged N350 Million Contract Scandal, Dismisses Businessman’s Lawsuit

A Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed a suit seeking to block ICPC from investigating an alleged N350 million contract scandal.

Tinubu Says Terrorists Are Desperate Because Nigeria Is Winning

President Tinubu declared terrorists are desperate and losing ground as Nigeria's military keeps up sustained pressure across the country.

Nigeria Earns $21.87 Billion From EU Trade but Sells Mostly Oil

Nigeria traded $21.87 billion with the EU in 2024, but non-oil goods accounted for just 10 percent of that figure.