By Elizabeth Adegbesan THE naira yesterday appreciated to N1, 620 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,625 per dollar on Monday. But the Naira depreciated to N1,598.69 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), Data published by FMDQ showed that the exchange rate for the naira rose slightly to N1,598.69 per dollar […]

By Henry Umoru ABUJA- THE Senate caucus of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has dismissed speculations of the party’s imminent collapse, saying it remained very strong and would be competitive before 2026. Addressing journalists in Abuja yesterday, the Senate Minority Leader, Senator Abba Moro, who affirmed that the party remained united, despite recent challenges, said contrary […]

…Says ADF spends over N50bn yearly on ‘Giving Back to Africa’ Aliko Dangote, mchairman of Aliko Dangote Foundation and President/Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, has been named in the inaugural 2025 TIME100 Philanthropy list. This list recognises the 100 most influential leaders shaping the future of philanthropy worldwide. Dangote is the only Nigerian on […]

Rep Abdussamad Dasuki, representing Kebbe/Tambuwal Federal Constituency of Sokoto State, has again called on the Federal Government to allocate the forfeited Abuja estate comprising 753 duplexes and apartments to the military to address the housing needs of its personnel. Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie had on December 2, 2024, ordered the final forfeiture of an expansive estate […]

The Nigerian government has announced a strategic partnership with Chocolate City Group to revamp the National Film Institute (NFI) into a world-class film school and production hub.

Ahead of the 44th Annual General Meeting of NAHCO scheduled for Friday, May 23, 2025, shareholders of  the Company have been commending its unprecedented performance.

By Soni Daniel In a groundbreaking initiative set to transform Nigeria’s infrastructure landscape, Iheme Mary Jane—a renowned engineer and strategic project manager—has unveiled a visionary framework that emphasizes data-driven planning, fiscal discipline, and sustainability. The Entrepreneur revealed that the pilot phase will focus on road construction, mini-grid energy solutions, and water supply systems cut across […]

By Adesina Wahab The National Public Relations Officer of the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, Comrade Adeyemi Samson Ajasa, has commended the steadfastness of Hon. AbdulRahman Adebisi Yusuf, the Director General of the Grassroot Movement for Tinubu 2027. Ajasa, in a statement, said the exceptional and steadfast leadership of Yusuff has set a standard […]

By Favour Ulebor, Abuja Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has affirmed its unwavering commitment to the One-China Principle, recognising Taiwan as an integral part of the People’s Republic of China (PRC). Speaking in an interview in Abuja on Wednesday, the APC National Vice-Chairman (North-East), Dr. Comrade Mustapha Salihu, said the party is in full […]

The Coalition of Ijaw Interest Groups (CIIG) has renewed the call for an immediate restoration of civil rule in Rivers State, declaring the state of emergency foisted on the state as unconstitutional and a rape of democracy.

MEMBERS of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Presidential Campaign Council, PCC, in Agege and Orile-Agege, council areas, yesterday, urged President Bola Tinubu to halt the alleged imposition of political candidates by the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mr Mudashiru Obasa.

Despite Nigeria’s growing digital economy and the push for tech-driven development, a stark gender divide persists in the Information and Communication Technology, ICT, sector.

…honoured with Nelson Mandela Leadership Award By Benjamin Njku Amb. Umanu Elijah, a prominent Nigerian leader and humanitarian, has been appointed as the West Africa,ECOWAS, Youth Ambassador. This prestigious honour  recognizes his exceptional commitment to youth empowerment and regional development. As part of the good news,  Amb. Umanu Elijah was also decorated with the Nelson […]

By Efe Onodjae The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has sworn in retired Permanent Secretary Mrs. Boladale Dapo-Thomas as the new Chairman of the Lagos State Civil Service Commission, along with four other members. The other members sworn in include Mr. Fatai Olalekan Lasisi, Mr. Lateef Yahaya Olawale, Mr. Afolabi Olatunji Sobowale, and Mr. Rufus […]

Aba-born artist Henry Chukwudi Ilouno, known by his stage name Dabuoyant, is gearing up to drop his latest single, “Natural,” on May 23, 2025. Hailing from Anambra State, Nigeria, Dabuoyant has been a passionate force in the music scene since officially launching his career in 2008.