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Obasanjo says NNPC refineries will never work again

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has insisted Nigeria's three NNPC refineries will never work, citing past rejection by Shell and pressure that scuttled the Dangote sale.

Nigerian airlines plan Thursday shutdown as Jet A1 prices triple

Nigerian airlines may ground flights Thursday over a 300 percent surge in Jet A1 fuel prices, pushing operating costs past breaking point.

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Nigeria, ASUU to Sign New Accord Aimed at University Stability

Nigeria’s federal government and ASUU will sign a new agreement on January 14, seeking to improve university quality and prevent recurring strikes.

Adichie Seeks Records From Lagos Hospital After Son’s Death

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband demand records from Euracare after their son’s death, alleging medical negligence and warning of legal action.

Nigeria Opens ₦40 billion CCTV Centre on Third Mainland Bridge

Nigeria opens a ₦40 billion Third Mainland Bridge CCTV centre, the country’s first, providing real-time traffic monitoring and improved safety infrastructure.

Fubara Calls For Calm Amid Impeachment Process

KEY POINTS • Rivers Assembly alleges attempts to stall impeachment through court orders• Governor Fubara...

Lagos Orders Probe into Hospital after Death of Chimamanda Adichie’s Toddler

KEY POINTS • Lagos government orders independent probe into toddler’s death• Health agency visits hospital,...

Wike says Tinubu Free to Sack Him Amid Calls for Removal

KEY POINTS Wike says only President Tinubu has the authority to remove him as...

Court Blocks Resident Doctors’ Planned January 12 Strike as Legal Battle With FG Deepens

KEY POINTS A National Industrial Court order has restrained resident doctors from embarking on...

Rivers Assembly Confirms Impeachment Notices Served on Governor Fubara and Deputy

Rivers Assembly says impeachment notices alleging gross misconduct have been formally served on...

Presidency Sets N12.2bn For Travel In 2026 As State House Budget Hits N43.2bn

The 2026 budget shows heavy travel spending by the Presidency, with the State House allocation rising to N43.2 billion.

Why Africa’s Push For Visa-Free Travel Is Gaining Momentum

Advocacy for visa-free Africa grows as leaders, experts, and youth push freer movement to boost trade, jobs, and continental unity.

Zenith Bank Rally Lifts Jim Ovia’s Stake by $18.5 Million

A steady rally in Zenith Bank shares has increased the value of founder Jim Ovia’s stake by $18.5 million as investors favor dividend-paying lenders.

Nigeria Allocates ₦822 Billion to Digital Economy Over Six Years

Nigeria spent more than ₦822 billion on its digital economy ministry over six years, with sharp swings in funding and capital projects dominating allocations.

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Obasanjo says NNPC refineries will never work again

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has insisted Nigeria's three NNPC refineries will never work, citing past rejection by Shell and pressure that scuttled the Dangote sale.

Nigerian airlines plan Thursday shutdown as Jet A1 prices triple

Nigerian airlines may ground flights Thursday over a 300 percent surge in Jet A1 fuel prices, pushing operating costs past breaking point.

Nigerian investors gain N5.5 trillion as banks, industrial stocks rally

KEY POINTS Nigerian stock investors gained 5.5 trillion naira last week as the All-Share...

Elumelu’s UBA assets cross N33 trillion, sustain growth into Q1 2026

United Bank for Africa's total assets have crossed 33 trillion naira as Tony Elumelu's pan-African lender sustained earnings momentum into the first quarter of 2026.