
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, May 15, 2026
Naira depreciates to N1,392/$ in parallel market
Hoodlums attack FUTO community, shoot 1, injure many
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Subscribe2027: ‘What makes Beninese workers better than Oyo youths?’ — PDP guber aspirant
The PDP aspirant said technical and vocational training must be revived to tackle unemployment and improve productivity.
NMA condemns EFCC raid on UUTH, urges Tinubu to probe incident
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has condemned the alleged invasion of the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH) by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), describing the action as reckless, unacceptable and a threat to healthcare workers in the country. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by the NMA National […]
Digital procurement to the rescue as Africa’s boardrooms battle fraud, waste
Analysts say the conversation is timely particularly as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and data analytics reshape enterprise operations globally
Stakeholders reaffirm support for One China policy in Nigeria
By Favour Ulebor, Abuja China and Nigerian foreign policy experts on Thursday reaffirmed support for the One China policy, insisting that Taiwan remains an inseparable part of China. The position was made known during a media salon held in Abuja, where speakers also warned against what they described as separatist activities by Taiwan authorities. Speaking […]
2027: NDC chieftain, Nelson Akuma picks Ebonyi South Senatorial form
By Ephraim Oseji Ebonyi State was agog on Thursday as a chieftain of Nigeria Democratic Congress(NDC), Chief Nelson Akuma formally purchased his Expression of Interest and Nomination forms to contest the Ebonyi South Senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections. He obtained the forms at the Nigeria Democratic Party’s national secretariat in Abuja amid […]
Does it matter to Africa if Nigel Farage comes to number 10? By Azu Ishiekwene
The next British general election is in 2029, but you could already feel the tremor from the Council election of May 7. The surge of Nigel Farage’s Reform UK Party is the clearest warning sign yet that Prime Minister Keir Starmer is living on borrowed time. The Labour Party is divided, its influence weakened, and Starmer’s […]
CNN features Governor Hope Uzodimma and Imo State at 50, Highlights state’s rise as West Africa’s next investment frontier
A major international feature spotlighted Governor Hope Uzodimma’s administration and the state’s drive across infrastructure, energy, digital transformation, education and industrial development. The report highlighted major initiatives including the Orashi Special Energy Free Trade Zone, Skill Up Imo, Imo Digital City and the broader 3R Agenda as part of efforts to reposition the southeast state for […]
Osimhen, Asake, Davido, Wizkid make 2026 Golden Stars Award nominees list
Over the years, the initiative has honoured notable personalities from different sectors within Nigeria and the African diaspora.
PDP made Makinde Oyo governor, he dumped us — Gbolarumi
Despite the criticism, Gbolarumi credited the governor for infrastructure projects in the state.
Return to God, become agents of peace — Anglican Primate tells Nigerians
*** Says God will deliver Nigeria. ***As the 13th Synod kicks off By Henry Umoru, ABUJA Disturbed by mounting economic pressure, insecurity, fear, poverty, and social uncertainty in the country, the Archbishop, Metropolitan and Primate of All Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Henry Ndukuba, has urged Nigerians to return to God and embrace the Holy Spirit for […]
African Artistry shouldn’t shrink itself to be global — Josh Bowale
By Ayo Onikoyi As conversations around African creativity continue gaining global attention, UK-based Nigerian creative director, arranger and producer Josh Bowale is steadily positioning himself among the emerging voices redefining contemporary African worship and choir culture across Lagos and London. Through platforms such as The Lux City Choir, ECHOES, Lux City Music and Studio26, Bowale […]
IFAD-assisted LIFE-ND project trains households in Bayelsa on nutrition, financial systems
By Emem Idio, Yenagoa As a systematic approach to address malnutrition among households in Bayelsa State, as well as help them to understand how to take control of their finances, the International Fund for Agriculture IFAD assisted Livelihoods Improvement Family Enterprise in Niger Delta, LIFE-ND, has trained community members on nutrition and financial learning systems. […]
Saleh Mamman, Nwabuoku, and other money magicians, by Adekunle Adekoya
FOR the wrong reasons, Mamman Kwagyang Saleh dominated the headlines this week ending today, just the same way Chukwunyere Anamekwe Nwabuoku dominated the headlines in March. Saleh made the headlines before, first in August 2019 when he was appointed and sworn-in as Minister of Power by late President Muhammadu Buhari in August 2019. Two years later, he […]
Honouring Leah Sharibu at 23
There is something profoundly heartbreaking about the fact that Leah Sharibu turned 23 on 14th May 2026, in captivity, far away from home, family and freedom. For eight long years, her parents have lived with the torment of not knowing whether the daughter they sent to the Government Girls’ Science and Technical College, Dapchi, will […]
Group defends Tinubu’s Homeland Security appointment, dismisses criticism
He argued that the new office was designed to improve inter-agency collaboration and strengthen policy coordination rather than duplicate existing security institutions.
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