Photos: Tinubu arrives UK on state visit
Nigeria is part of the Commonwealth, while Britain is home to a massive Nigerian diaspora.
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UK, Nigeria seal major investment deals ahead of Tinubu’s State visit
The United Kingdom and Nigeria have concluded a series of major investment agreements ahead of the official state visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, scheduled to commence on Wednesday, March 18.
10:23 pm
‘This opportunity shouldn’t be missed’ — Information Minister hails Tinubu’s UK visit
The visit is widely seen as a significant diplomatic reset between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, with both governments expected to use the occasion to deepen bilateral ties across several strategic sectors.
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El-Rufai Detention: We didn’t seek fresh extension – ICPC
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) on Tuesday night pushed back against reports that it sought a fresh court order to extend the detention of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, saying the claims are inaccurate and misleading.
10:06 pm
Plateau Gov Mutfwang sacks six appointees, suspends Assembly commission chair
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has approved the immediate disengagement of six political appointees from his administration.
09:55 pm
I joined APC to ensure Tinubu’s victory in 2027 – Aduda
A former Senator, Philip Aduda, says he defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) from his former party, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), to help in ensuring the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027.
09:52 pm
Sporting Lisbon thrash Bodo/Glimt to reach Champions League quarters
Sporting Lisbon made an impressive comeback to hammer Norwegian giantkillers Bodo/Glimt 5-0 on Tuesday and reach the Champions League quarter-finals 5-3 on aggregate.
09:36 pm
Borno Attack: No religion endorses killing of innocent lives – Shettima
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has expressed grief over the death of 25 persons killed in the multiple explosions in different locations across Maiduguri, the Borno State capital on Monday.
09:33 pm
Ogun to host N350m world’s tallest drum
The Founder and Promoter of Egbaliganza Cultural Movement, Dr. Lai Labode Jnr, has unveiled plans to construct a N350 million “world’s tallest drum” in Ogun State, in a bold move aimed at boosting tourism and stimulating economic growth.
09:31 pm
Borno bomb blast: Empower armed forces to crush terrorists – Kwankwaso tells FG
The 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Sen. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has called for the empowerment of the armed forces to take decisive action against terrorists taking up arms against the country.
09:07 pm
2023 Presidential poll outcome embarrassing, lesson learnt – Sanwo-Olu
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said leaders of the All Progressives Congress in the state were embarrassed by the outcome of the 2023 presidential election in Lagos, vowing to ensure total victory for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027.
Politics
I joined APC to ensure Tinubu’s victory in 2027 – Aduda
A former Senator, Philip Aduda, says he defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) from his former party, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), to help in ensuring the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027.
Metro
‘Who will feed my children now?’, Maiduguri blast survivor laments
Investigations revealed that over 40 people were killed during the separate incidents.
Vanguard awards
JIM OVIA: A fitting tribute
Decades into his career, Jim Ovia’s influence is evident in every facet of Nigerian banking. The shift to digital systems, the rise of electronic transactions, and the seamless integration of technology
Entertainment
‘Behind The Scenes’ emerges highest-grossing Nollywood film in UK, Ireland
‘Behind The Scenes’ has recorded a major international milestone, becoming the highest-grossing Nollywood release in Ireland and the UK, with earnings of £159,000.
ICYMI
Iranian drones are hard to stop
"They return to GPS just before impact, or remain offline. It's not always necessarily very accurate, but it's as accurate as it needs to be"
Business
National Single Window will fail without necessary infrastructure — Maritime expert
By Providence Ayanfeoluwa Industry expert and Chief Consultant at Global Transport Policy, Dr. Segun Musa, has described the National Single Window, NSW, as a shell to house agencies, adding that Nigerians should not expect the project to transform cargo clearance. He said that unless the agencies under the NSW are properly equipped with infrastructure, the initiative […]
Sports
Sporting Lisbon thrash Bodo/Glimt to reach Champions League quarters
Sporting Lisbon made an impressive comeback to hammer Norwegian giantkillers Bodo/Glimt 5-0 on Tuesday and reach the Champions League quarter-finals 5-3 on aggregate.
Special Report
Displaced: 3.726m Nigerians now in 3,900 camps over insecurity
Borno, the epicentre of the insurgency, systematically shut down many camps and resettled residents in their communities.
Ihiala’s Benin-linked history: Don’t take us back to ancient claims, Igwe Oluoha’s next in command warns
Anybody who was not alive by 1556 or thereabout, or who did not discuss with anyone alive then, is giving us folk tale where the tortoise invited the elephant to a wedding”
Inside PDP’s marathon appeals: How Justice Danjuma led an unprecedented A-Court sitting
On Thursday, February 12, the Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja – from 9 a.m. till about 8 p.m., a 3-man panel headed by Mohammed Ambi‑Usi Danjuma
Unbent by War, Unbroken by Kin: The tenacity of Mama Cordelia Anibeze
Perhaps Lady Cordelia Ogbonne Anibeze was prepared early for the life that would confront her in later years.
Technology
NativeID: Digital identity ‘ll protect Nigerian businesses from impersonations
Nigerian businesses lose thousands of customers annually not to poor products, but to the sheer friction of being found.
National AI skills: TeKnowledge’s deal with Microsoft targets 10,000 Nigerians
No fewer than 10,000 Nigerians who are AI-conscious may benefit from a renewed effort by TeKnowledge, a global expert technology services company specializing in helping organizations become AI First, and software giant’s Microsoft entrench the National AI Skilling in Nigeria.
PalmPay pushes for gender inclusion in fintech with Purple Woman initiative
By Juliet Umeh In a renewed effort to bridge the gender gap in Nigeria’s financial technology sector, digital payment platform, PalmPay, has reinforced its commitment to women empowerment with the expansion of its Purple Woman initiative. The programme, now in its third year, is designed to nurture, mentor and equip young women with the skills […]
How policy hurdles threaten Nigeria’s digital economy
… Sector’s growth hinges on decisive government intervention — RudmanBy Juliet Umeh Industry stakeholders have warned that inconsistent policies, regulatory bottlenecks, and multiple taxation are slowing growth in Nigeria’s digital infrastructure sector. Experts say decisive government action is critical to unlocking the country’s full potential as a leading digital economy in Africa. The concerns were […]
Education
FUT Minna alumni allege moves by Niger govt to takeover N7trn campus
“The assets currently on the Bosso campus, which include research centres, staff quarters and laboratories, are worth over N7 trillion”
How students waste time, resources pursuing unaccredited programmes
Imagine spending 10 years to complete a six-year course and then you are told that you would not be inducted by the professional body
Omoku FCE Tech graduates 2,562 as FG rates self high on education
By Elizabeth Osayande The Federal College of Education, Technical, Omoku, Rivers State has graduated 2,562 students during its combined 19th -23rd convocation ceremonies. Read Also: How students waste time, resources pursuing unaccredited programmes Speaking on the occasion, the Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, who is also tne Visitor to the College, said the Federal […]
13 million Nigerians suffer from Asthma – Adeyeye, LASU don
A Professor of Medicine at the Lagos State University, LASU, Ojo, Professor Olufunke Olayinka Adeyeye, has said no fewer than 13 million Nigerians suffer from Asthma, a respiratory disease.