Anambra Aerotropolis: Not just an airport but a new commercial and industrial city
By Chukwudi Ezenwa A good deal has been written in recent days about the airport rising at Orumba North, much of it confident and little of it informed. The objections deserve an answer, and it is best given in three parts: whether the Southeast can accommodate another airport at all, whether the arithmetic offered as […]
CONCACAF calls for ‘comprehensive reckoning with’ Infantino’s FIFA leadership
Last week, world governing body FIFA had announced plans to create a commercial subsidiary which would run its biggest events, including the World Cup and Club World Cup.
Police celebrate as Corporal Nathaniel bags 400m hurdles gold at Commonwealth
The Nigeria Police Force on Saturday expressed profound pride and delight over the historic gold medal victory of Corporal Ezekiel Nathaniel at the ongoing Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Ports are strategic national assets, not just ship berthing points — Oyetola
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has said Nigeria’s ports should no longer be viewed merely as locations where ships berth, but as strategic national assets capable of driving industrialisation, attracting investment and accelerating economic growth.
Kidnapped Benue seminarian escapes from abductors – Church
The Catholic Diocese of Otukpo in Benue State has announced the safe return of its seminarian, Kelvin Ochai, who was abducted by gunmen at Asa III in Otukpo, Benue State, on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Osun 2026: Governorship debate cancelled over candidates’ absence
As the Osun State August 15 governorship election takes place within two weeks, candidates of major political parties have been evading public debates.
Police probe killing of Catholic priest in Kogi
The Kogi Police Command has commenced a comprehensive investigation into the killing of Rev. Fr. Samuel Opeyemi, whose lifeless body was discovered on July 29 in Ajaokuta Local Government Area of the state.
Osun election: INEC conducts mock accreditation, confirms BVAS readiness
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Saturday conducted a mock accreditation exercise ahead of the Aug. 15 Osun governorship election.
2027: Atiku launches 20m vote drive, inaugurates ADC campaign coordinators
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has inaugurated state coordinators of the RiseUpNaija Movement, launching a drive for 20 million votes
2027: Atiku launches 20m-vote drive, inaugurates ADC campaign coordinators
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Saturday inaugurated state coordinators of the RiseUpNaija Movement, RUN, launching an ambitious drive to mobilise 20 million votes for his African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidacy ahead of the 2027 general election.
Gwamna petitions IGP, seeks INTERPOL probe over alleged fake news campaign
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Gombe State, Dr. Jamilu Isyaku Gwamna, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) over an alleged campaign of cyberbullying, criminal defamation and fake news, which he claims is aimed at damaging his reputation ahead of the 2027 governorship election. Sources familiar with the petition said Gwamna requested […]
