SPOTLIGHT

Nigeria, Türkiye Sign Mining Partnership Deal to Boost Solid Minerals Sector

  KEY POINTS Nigeria and Türkiye signed an MoU to strengthen cooperation in solid minerals development, mining technology, and investment. Dele Alake said ongoing reforms...

JAMB Fixes June 13 for Mop-Up UTME as Affected Candidates Get Second Chance

KEY POINTS The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has fixed June 13, 2026, for the mop-up UTME for candidates affected by earlier exam disruptions. Only biometrically verified candidates who could not sit for the main exam due to technical issues will be eligible. JAMB...

Bandits Abduct 13 Villagers In Midnight Attack On Kebbi Community

KEY POINTS Armed bandits abducted 13 residents during a midnight attack on Tangaram Village...

ASUU Warns Of Fresh University Strike

KEY POINTS ASUU has warned of a possible nationwide university strike over delayed implementation...

Nigeria, Türkiye Sign Mining Partnership Deal to Boost Solid Minerals Sector

  KEY POINTS Nigeria and Türkiye signed an MoU to strengthen cooperation in solid minerals...

Nigeria’s Economy Slows as GDP Growth Drops to 3.89% in Q1 2026 — NBS

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s economy grew by 3.89% in Q1 2026, according to the National...

FG cancels $717.7m World Bank loan for power

Nigeria has cancelled $717.7m in undisbursed World Bank loan financing for its power sector, after the 2023 currency float upended the programme's reform targets.

Capital importation jumps 182 percent to $3.52 Billion

Nigeria's capital importation jumped 182% to $3.52bn in January, driven almost entirely by foreign portfolio investment, while foreign direct investment collapsed by 80 percent.

NEWS

Nigeria, Türkiye Sign Mining Partnership Deal to Boost Solid Minerals Sector

  KEY POINTS Nigeria and Türkiye signed an MoU to strengthen cooperation in solid minerals development, mining technology, and investment. Dele Alake said ongoing reforms...

INEC Appeals Court Ruling That Nullified Timelines for Party Primaries and Candidate Nomination

KEY POINTS The Independent National Electoral Commission has appealed a court ruling that nullified...

Fuel prices may fall as oil drops on US-Iran talks

Nigerian fuel prices could fall in the coming days as global crude tumbles on hopes of a US-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

FG cancels $717.7m World Bank loan for power

Nigeria has cancelled $717.7m in undisbursed World Bank loan financing for its power sector, after the 2023 currency float upended the programme's reform targets.

Capital importation jumps 182 percent to $3.52 Billion

Nigeria's capital importation jumped 182% to $3.52bn in January, driven almost entirely by foreign portfolio investment, while foreign direct investment collapsed by 80 percent.

POLITICS

Tinubu vows four more years of reform

President Tinubu has won the APC presidential primary in a landslide, pledging to set Nigeria on an "irreversible path of economic expansion" if granted a second term.

Tinubu Sweeps APC Presidential Primary in Landslide Victory

KEY POINTS Bola Ahmed Tinubu won the 2026 APC presidential primary in a sweeping...

Obasa’s Candidates Lose as APC Releases Lagos Assembly and Reps Primary Results

KEY POINTS Obasa-backed candidates lost in Lagos APC House of Assembly primaries, including in...

Ahmed Galadima Emerges Winner of Adamawa APC Governorship Primary

KEY POINTS Ahmed Galadima won the Adamawa APC governorship primary with 414,444 votes. Abdulrazak...

Kwara Assembly Speaker Yakubu Danladi Wins APC Governorship Primary

KEY POINTS Yakubu Danladi Salihu won the Kwara APC governorship primary with 94,990 votes. ...

Hamzat Wins Lagos APC Governorship Ticket With Over 657,000 Votes

KEY POINTS Lagos Deputy Governor Kadri Obafemi Hamzat won the APC governorship primary with...

Tinubu has no plan to rename Nigeria, Presidency says

The Presidency has dismissed as fake a viral report claiming President Tinubu plans to rename Nigeria and abolish Sharia law in the North ahead of 2027.

Kwankwaso denies working for Tinubu ahead of 2027

Former Kano governor Rabiu Kwankwaso has denied working for President Tinubu ahead of 2027, saying only foolish people would believe it as he backs Peter Obi.

Tinubu says subsidy cabals want him dead

President Bola Tinubu says oil subsidy and exchange rate cabals want him dead, blaming the threat on the reforms he launched after taking office in 2023.

Gowon: Ojukwu frustrated Aburi Accord peace moves

Yakubu Gowon's new memoir accuses late Biafran leader Ojukwu of frustrating the Aburi Accord and every peace effort before Nigeria slid into civil war.

Desmond Elliot Withdraws from Lagos APC Primary, Alleges Intimidation of Supporters

KEY POINTS Desmond Elliot withdrew from the APC primary for Surulere 1, citing intimidation...

Tonye Cole Withdraws from Rivers APC Governorship Primary Ahead of 2027 Election

KEY POINTS Tonye Cole withdrew from the Rivers APC governorship primary after consultations with...

Momodu: zoning debate will hand Tinubu 2027 win

Veteran journalist Dele Momodu warns that the opposition's zoning debate could split its base and hand President Tinubu a second term in 2027.

Goronyo: Tinubu committed to Nigeria’s growth

Bello Goronyo says President Tinubu's nationwide road projects and welfare programs under the Renewed Hope Agenda prove a strong commitment to growth.

BUSINESS

Nigeria’s Economy Slows as GDP Growth Drops to 3.89% in Q1 2026 — NBS

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s economy grew by 3.89% in Q1 2026, according to the National Bureau of Statistics, showing a slowdown from the previous quarter. Agriculture improved significantly, while industry recorded modest gains and services remained the largest contributor to GDP at 57.73%. Despite slower...

UBA opens innovation hub, business office at UNILAG

UBA has opened an innovation hub and business office at the University of Lagos, as chairman Tony Elumelu returned to his alma mater for the commissioning.

Nigeria’s trade surplus jumps 220 percent to $480m

Nigeria's trade surplus jumped 220 percent to $480 million in January as oil exports hit a record, even as weaker cocoa prices dragged non-oil earnings.

Dangote unveils multi-billion-dollar Olokola deep seaport on 10,000 hectares

Aliko Dangote's group has begun preliminary work on a 10,000-hectare deep seaport at Olokola, targeting exports, fertilizer shipments and Atlantic trade.

AfDB approves $200m BoI facility to boost Nigeria’s industrial sector

AfDB approved a $200 million facility for Nigeria's Bank of Industry to boost SMEs, manufacturing and green industrialization, with women-led and youth businesses prioritized.

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

Nigeria, Türkiye Sign Mining Partnership Deal to Boost Solid Minerals Sector

  KEY POINTS Nigeria and Türkiye signed an MoU to strengthen cooperation in solid minerals...

Nigeria’s Economy Slows as GDP Growth Drops to 3.89% in Q1 2026 — NBS

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s economy grew by 3.89% in Q1 2026, according to the National...

JAMB Fixes June 13 for Mop-Up UTME as Affected Candidates Get Second Chance

KEY POINTS The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has fixed June 13, 2026, for...

INEC Appeals Court Ruling That Nullified Timelines for Party Primaries and Candidate Nomination

KEY POINTS The Independent National Electoral Commission has appealed a court ruling that nullified...

Fuel prices may fall as oil drops on US-Iran talks

Nigerian fuel prices could fall in the coming days as global crude tumbles on hopes of a US-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

FG cancels $717.7m World Bank loan for power

Nigeria has cancelled $717.7m in undisbursed World Bank loan financing for its power sector, after the 2023 currency float upended the programme's reform targets.

Capital importation jumps 182 percent to $3.52 Billion

Nigeria's capital importation jumped 182% to $3.52bn in January, driven almost entirely by foreign portfolio investment, while foreign direct investment collapsed by 80 percent.

Insurers to reject claims over NIN linkage default

Nigerian insurers will reject claims from policyholders who failed to link their NIN to their policies before the April 30 deadline, the Insurers Committee has said.

UBA opens innovation hub, business office at UNILAG

UBA has opened an innovation hub and business office at the University of Lagos, as chairman Tony Elumelu returned to his alma mater for the commissioning.

Bandits Abduct 13 Villagers In Midnight Attack On Kebbi Community

KEY POINTS Armed bandits abducted 13 residents during a midnight attack on Tangaram Village...

ASUU Warns Of Fresh University Strike

KEY POINTS ASUU has warned of a possible nationwide university strike over delayed implementation...

Family of Beheaded Oyo Teacher Begs Tinubu to Step In

KEY POINTS Family of murdered Oyo teacher, Oyedokun Michael Olugbade, has appealed to President...