NYSC reforms require more stakeholders’ input, Rep Agbese tells Tinubu
A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Philip Agbese, has urged President Bola Tinubu to immediately suspend the sweeping reforms to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) recently approved by the Federal Executive Council.
Kalu urges journalists to promote balanced reporting, national development
By Gift Chapi Odekina, Abuja ABUJA — Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, has called on Nigerian journalists to embrace balanced reporting by highlighting the country’s achievements while continuing to hold government accountable. Speaking on Thursday during the inauguration of the newly elected executive of the House of Representatives Press Corps […]
Air Peace completes fourth evacuation flight, airlifts 1,085 Nigerians
By Dickson Omobola West Africa’s largest airline, Air Peace, has completed the fourth phase of its humanitarian evacuation operation from South Africa, safely bringing home another 284 Nigerians in collaboration with Federal Government. The latest evacuation flight, operated with the airline’s Boeing 777-200 wide-body aircraft, shows Air Peace’s commitment to supporting national emergency response efforts […]
NASCO appeals judgment, warns against transactions pending appeal
By Innocent Anaba NASCO Town Limited has appealed the judgment of the Lagos State High Court voiding the Federal Government’s acquisition of about 292 hectares of land and has warned members of the public against engaging in any transaction involving the disputed property until the appeal is determined. The company, in a public notice, said […]
Why APC govt wants to hold El-Rufai until after 2027 election – ADC
El-Rufai is currently facing charges of alleged financial misconduct instituted by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over his tenure as Kaduna State governor.
NGO trains over 20,000 undergraduates on plastic pollution
By Peter Egwuatu U-Recycle Initiative Africa, a youth-led Non-Governmental Organisation, NGO, has trained over twenty thousand youths across four federal universities in Nigeria through the second edition of its flagship multi-year initiative for universities, called PlasticWize 2.0. The NGO is advancing environmental education, circular economy solutions, and climate action across Africa. Through PlasticWize 2.0, themed, “Redefining […]
Planet Expands Its Flavour Family with the Introduction of Planet Berries
Planet has added a new taste to its lineup with the launch of Planet Berries, a bright, berry-flavoured carbonated soft drink now available in a 35cl PET bottle. Planet Berries joins Orange, Cocktail and Apple to bring the range to four flavours, giving consumers a fresh new choice for the moments they share. Guided by […]
MSS sets to train 100 young Nigerians in industry related skills
By Peter Egwuatu Mobile Screens and Sounds (MSS), one of Nigeria’s leading technical production companies, has concluded an arrangement to train100 young Nigerians in industry related skills, screen and live event production as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility, CSR. This is coming following the launch of the MSS Event Tech Academy, a 10-week hybrid training, […]
Diesel prices jump as petrol sustains stable prices
By Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor Pump price of Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), otherwise known as diesel, have recorded significant hikes in Lagos, Port Harcourt and Warri. This comes against a relatively stable prices for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) otherwise known as petrol despite fears of pressure from a renewed hostility in the Middle-east war between US […]
S&P Dow Jones places Nigeria on 2027 Frontier Market Watchlist
By Peter Egwuatu & Yinka Kolawole Nigeria’s capital market has received a significant boost after S&P Dow Jones Indices (S&P DJI) placed the country on its 2027 Country Classification Watchlist for potential reclassification from a Standalone Market to a Frontier Market, citing improvements in the country’s regulatory environment and market integrity. This is even as Bloomberg ranked […]
Dangote Cement pushes Africa’s net-zero cement agenda at global summit
By Yinka Kolawole Dangote Cement Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to driving low-carbon cement production, with Group Managing Director, Arvind Pathak, urging African producers to accelerate decarbonisation while expanding capacity to meet the continent’s growing infrastructure demand. Pathak made the call after participating in the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) CEO Strategic Dialogue in Madrid, […]
Turnout as Katung concludes first phase of free hepatitis B vaccination in Southern Kaduna
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Residents of Southern Kaduna turned out at primary healthcare centres across four local government areas as the first phase of Senator Sunday Marshall Katung’s free Hepatitis B vaccination programme concluded. The three-day exercise, held from July 6 to 8, covered Zangon Kataf, Kaura, Jema’a and Jaba local government areas. Vaccination centres were […]
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 10, 2026
The Nigerian naira traded relatively steadily against the United States dollar on Friday, July 10, 2026, across both the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market, as traders continued to monitor foreign exchange liquidity and demand.
MultiChoice now fully integrated into Global Media Group — Canal+ CEO
MultiChoice has formally become a full subsidiary of Canal+, marking a new phase in the evolution of one of Africa’s leading pay television operators. In a statement, yesterday, David Mignot, Chief Executive Officer of Canal+ Africa and MultiChoice, said the integration positions MultiChoice within a global media organisation with an extensive international footprint. MultiChoice is […]
NAUS pickets S’ African firms Over xenophobic attacks on Nigerians
The National Association of University Students on Friday staged a protest at the South African High Commission in Abuja, accusing the South African government of failing to halt recurring xenophobic attacks against Nigerians living in the country.
Nigeria solid minerals exports hit N354bn
By Gabriel Ewepu Nigeria’s solid minerals exports have sustained uptrend rising to N354 billion in 2025, up by 2018 percent from N117.29 billion recorded in 2023. The figure for nine months 2024 was N199.6 billion with full year estimated to be over N266 billion. Similarly, revenue generated for the Federation Account climbed to over N70 billion, […]
