FG seeks IMF support for transparent fuel price framework
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Federal Government has sought the technical support of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to design a transparent fuel price modulation framework that will cushion domestic price shocks and strengthen Nigeria’s fiscal stability. Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum Resources, Dr. Emeka Vitalis Obi, disclosed this in Abuja during a joint engagement between […]
Edo police uncover housewife in fake kidnap bid, arrest accomplices
By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY —THE Edo State Police command, yesterday, said it uncovered a case of feigned kidnap by a 27-year-old housewife with a view to extorting her husband. The police identified the woman as Chioma Adaniken and her cousin, Osita Godfrey, who had pretended to be negotiating with the kidnappers, while the N5 […]
Democrat’s Sherrill wins New Jersey’s Gov’ship poll over Trump’s pick, Ciattarelli
Democrat Mikie Sherrill has defeated Republican’s Jack Ciattarelli to become the next governor of New Jersey.
Dakuku Peterside and the rational analysis of national politics (1), by Usman Sarki
Ultimately, 2027 must not be about North versus South, or Fulani versus Ijaw or Igbo, or APC versus PDP versus ADC. It must be about results. It must be a test of leadership, competence, and empathy.”— Dakuku Peterside “2027: Battle for the Soul of the North” It really doesn’t take too much to be objective if […]
Ghana’s historic venice winner “The Fisherman” makes Nigerian debut at AFRIFF 2025
The Fisherman, which made history as Ghana’s first Official Selection at the Venice Film Festival in 81 years, makes its Nigerian debut at the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), on Friday, November 7, 2025.
Tinubu must keep off Trump, by Ochereome Nnanna
When US President, Donald J Trump, released a barrage of scorching, uncomplimentary posts on his social media handles about Nigeria over the weekend, his Nigerian counterpart, Bola Tinubu, nearly fell into a trap. There were calls from some quarters that he should “engage” Trump, rather than let loose his propaganda officials. We started hearing that he […]
