… Pledges improved welfare, unity, representation for Nigerians By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Nigeria’s Ambassador to Hungary, Engr. Abass Braimoh, has pledged to prioritise the welfare, unity and legitimate interests of Nigerians in the country as part of efforts to strengthen relations between the Nigerian Embassy and the diaspora community. Braimoh made the commitment when […]

— Dubri Oil denies $3.025m royalty, gas flare debts By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Senate has given Seplat Energy, Network E&P Nigeria Limited and two other oil companies 48 hours to appear before it and respond to issues arising from the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) Oil and Gas Industry Audit Reports for […]

By Henry Umoru ABUJA — An Abia socio-political group, Reality Organisation, has criticised the state leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over its threat to sanction former Abia State Governor and Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, over alleged anti-party activities. The group described the allegation as politically motivated, warning that moves to […]

…Knocks NCC, Telcos for poor handling of refarm lines ..It’s not our fault-NIMC By Juliet Umeh When Victory Ibezim walked into the registration point of one of the telecom operators in Lagos to purchase a new SIM card, he believed he was taking ownership of a fresh mobile identity. Like millions of Nigerians, he submitted […]

The global smartphone market is becoming increasingly competitive, with Chinese manufacturers producing flagship devices that combine powerful processors, advanced cameras, fast charging and premium designs.

A 12-year-old girl has suffered a severe burn and permanent deformity to her index finger after a family she was staying with allegedly punished her by burning the finger over an accusation that she stole N500.

Lagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, has attributed the worsening waste situation in the state to a combination of increased waste generation, a shortage of functional waste collection trucks and challenges facing private sector operators.

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to urgently identify, document and publicly report growing incidents of political violence, threats and intimidation ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State.

By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA — Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), on Tuesday, urged the Federal Government to immediately arrest and prosecute Islamic cleric, Sheikh Yahaya Jingir, for hate speech and incitement. The Commission, in a statement signed by its Executive Secretary, Chief Tony Ojukwu, SAN, said it condemned […]

Seme Border Command of Customs dealt a major blow to smuggling and cross-border criminal activities with the interception of explosive materials

The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Mukhtar Yawale Muhammed, has said China’s zero-tariff policy for products from 53 African countries offers new opportunities for Nigerian agricultural products to access the Chinese market.

The Judicial Commission of Inquiry set up by the Oyo State Government to unravel the circumstances surrounding the abduction of 46 pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area has invited members of the public to submit evidence that could assist its investigation.

— S&P Global urges market participation By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Federal Government has backed the establishment of a regional petrol pricing benchmark for West Africa, saying the initiative would strengthen energy security, deepen cross-border trade and enable the region to determine the value of its refined petroleum products. The Minister of State for Petroleum […]

By Davies Iheamnachor PORT HARCOURT:  There were gunshots on Monday at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni Town, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, following a supremacy clash between two cult groups in the institution. It was learned that the clash was between two cult gangs identified as ‘Vikings’ and ‘Clansmen’ confraternity allegedly operating […]

Unions in the air transport sector have suspended their picketing on Nigeria’s largest airline, Air Peace, following the intervention of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo.