Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed concern over the low turnout recorded during the first phase of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise in the state, urging stakeholders to intensify grassroots mobilisation ahead of the second phase commencing in January 2026. The Governor made this known on Wednesday at a sensitisation […]
The naira appreciated against the US dollar at the official window on Tuesday, supported by improved supply from exporters, non-bank corporates, and foreign portfolio investors. Trading data showed the local currency strengthened by 7 basis points (94 kobo), closing at ₦1,419.35 per dollar, within a range of ₦1,421–₦1,418.40. Analysts attributed the gain to a surplus […]
Bauchi state governor, senator Bala Mohammed on Monday warned community leaders against harboring or shielding criminals within their domains. The governor gave the warning during an expanded security council meeting held at the EXCO chambers, Government house Bauchi, with monarchs, security chiefs and selected cabinet members in attendance. “We’re meeting at a time when Nigeria […]
In an unprecedented move to tackle mounting delays in Nigeria’s appellate system, the Court of Appeal has deployed 40 justices to Lagos for a special sitting aimed at clearing a backlog of appeals, with 360 cases listed for hearing before 16 panels. A special session, which began on Monday, as part of activities marking the […]
Justice Oyeyemi Ajayi of the Oyo State High Court in Ibadan has awarded N100m damages against the Nigerian Army, and 2 Division, Ibadan, for illegally acquiring part of the Ajigbotosho family land at Alagbade village. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that in suit No: I/642/2018, the claimants, representatives of all who purchased […]
The United Nations has called for stronger global media engagement on humanitarian crisis around the world, particularly the situation in Yemen. The organisation said that limited international attention is hampering awareness and support, at a time when millions face deepening food insecurity, health risks and shrinking aid resources. The UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator […]
The Network Capacity Building for Nigeria (NECABN) says it will mobilise grassroots support nationwide to strengthen President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid ahead of the 2027 polls. The group said it would leverage its more than 72 million registered members across the country when the President formally declares. President of NECABN, Dr Hussena Otaru, disclosed […]
Twelve years after being declared wanted for allegedly killing three officers of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), a drug suspect known as “Kanmo-Kanmo” has been arrested. The Agency disclosed this on Sunday in a statement released by its spokesman Femi Babafemi who said the suspect was apprehended on January 16 in Owode […]
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has been re-elected Chairman of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG)—a continental ministerial forum of African Ministers responsible for minerals and mining, committed to coordinated action aimed at maximising value addition and beneficiation from Africa’s vast mineral resources. Dr. Alake was first unanimously elected […]
The Lagos State Government has announced an 18-week maintenance programme for the Mazamaza Bridge along the Lagos–Badagry Expressway, beginning Monday, January 19, 2026. Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, confirmed the development in a statement on Friday, advising motorists to expect lane restrictions and diversions throughout the period. The phased repairs, scheduled to run […]
Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (red), has described negotiation with bandits and other criminal elements as well as payment of ransom to kidnappers as inimical to the operations of the Nigerian armed forces. He warned state governments to stop negotiating with bandits, warning that such engagements weaken ongoing military operations. In a translated interview […]
Ms Yan Yuqing, Consul-General of the People’s Republic of China in Lagos, says facts have shown that people-to-people exchanges form the most solid foundation of China-Africa friendship. According to her, mutual learning among civilisations serves as the strongest driving force for China-Africa cooperation. Yan made this known on Friday in her message on the 2026 […]
The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress APC came across a fabricated report purported to have emanated from Tambarin Gusau claiming that governor Dauda Lawal has sent a letter to the party wanting to join the APC. The report is malicious, unfortunate, unfounded and clear mischievous and unprofessional manner in the […]
President Donald Trump on Friday threatened to place tariffs on nations that do not go along with his ambitions to annex Greenland. Trump said at a White House meeting that he “may put a tariff on countries if they don’t go along with Greenland,” which is a self-governing territory that is controlled by Denmark. He […]
The exiled son of the last Iranian shah (king) has called on the world to help protesters topple Iran’s government, saying he is confident “the Islamic Republic will fall – not if, but when”. Reza Pahlavi, a US-based opposition leader, called for a “surgical strike” on Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, which he said would “facilitate our […]
A prominent member and stakeholder of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo state, Barrister Success Akagburuonye has commended the Imo governor, Sen Hope Uzodimma on his giant strides and achievements in securing the state. Akagburuonye, who is also a top contender in the coming Imo governorship election stated this in the aftermath of […]
The Lagos State Government plans to expand its revenue base by fully identifying, valuing and monetising public assets to generate N4.44trillion for its 2026 budget. The Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr Biodun Ogunleye, disclosed this on Friday in Ikeja at a stakeholders’ forum organised by the Lagos State Valuation Office (LASVO). The […]
The National Economic Council (NEC), has resolved to intensify engagement with key stakeholders to significantly boost non-oil revenues as part of the economic roadmap of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Vice President Kashim Shettima, who chairs the Council, said Nigeria must urgently accelerate its transition from an oil-dependent economy to a diversified one driven […]
Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced sweeping revisions to capital requirements for virtually all capital market operators, in what is seen as the most far-reaching regulatory overhaul in over a decade. The new framework, contained in a circular released on January 16, 2026, replaces the long-standing 2015 capital regime and sets a […]
Nigeria’s three tiers of government shared a cumulative N9.62 trillion from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) over the August–October 2025 revenue period, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics. Monthly disbursements fell steadily from N3.64 trillion in September (August revenue) to N3.05 trillion in October (September revenue), before sliding further to […]