Faulty electoral process, insecurity, illegal mining stunt national growth – Catholic bishops
Faulty electoral processes, growing insecurity, illegal mining, and the new tax law have been identified as some measures stunting national growth.
Nigeria seeks swift action on rights of older people
Nigeria has called for swift action towards an internationally binding Instrument on the rights of older persons.
Sit-at-home: Low patronage, high transport costs stall Anambra markets
Commercial activities across Anambra State remain sluggish despite efforts by Governor Chukwuma Soludo to compel traders to return to their shops and end the Monday sit-at-home.
Nigeria paid Boko Haram ransom for kidnapped pupils – Sources
Two Boko Haram commanders were also freed as part of the deal, which goes against the country’s own law banning payments to kidnappers.
Most expensive African cities to rent apartment in 2026
Rent in African urban centres has become increasingly costly, with demand rising, housing supply lagging and city populations expanding.
Vote-buying, violence threaten Ekiti poll legitimacy — NPC
The National Peace Committee (NPC) has raised concerns that vote-buying, violence, and insecurity could undermine the legitimacy of the Ekiti State governorship election scheduled for June 20, 2026.
FG committed to Northeast development -Minister
Alhaji Uba Maigari, Minister of State for Regional Development, says the Federal Government is committed to fast-tracking development across the North East geopolitical zone.
Lori-Ogbebor urges Itsekiri to embrace first Lady’s visit as a pride, not politics
The Igba of Warri, Chief Rita Lori-Ogbebor, has called on the people of Warri Kingdom and the wider Itsekiri nation to receive the Wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, with unity and dignity as she visits Warri on Thursday.
‘I have an uncommon relationship with former president Obasanjo,’ says Charly Boy
Maverick entertainer and activist, Charly Boy, has opened up about his unique bond with former President Olusegun Obasanjo, describing it as an uncommon relationship built on mutual respect, understanding, and shared concern for Nigeria’s future.
Court adjourns Tukur Mamu’s fundamental rights suit against AGF
The matter, which was scheduled for the adoption of written addresses today before Justice Mohammed Umar, could not proceed.
FG advances $5.7bn China investment talks to power industrial growth
The Federal Government of Nigeria has advanced discussions with China’s GCL Group on a proposed $5.7 billion investment package aimed at strengthening power generation, mining, and industrial manufacturing.
