Turning the Tide on Illicit Financial Flows: Zacch Adedeji leads Africa’s revenue push
By Arabinrin Aderonke At a time when Africa is searching for practical answers to its fiscal challenges, the steady and deliberate leadership of Zacch Adedeji is beginning to stand out. His approach has been less about noise and more about coordination, bringing together countries, institutions and experts to focus on what really matters. It is […]
Nigeria not on brink of collapse, says Information Minister
The Federal Government has dismissed claims that Nigeria is on the verge of collapse, insisting that the country remains stable and is making steady progress in addressing its security and economic challenges.
US says Iran closing Hormuz would be ‘completely unacceptable’
The United States said Wednesday that Iran must open the Strait of Hormuz “immediately, quickly and safely” after reports that the strategic waterway was shut despite the US-Iran ceasefire.
DisCos raked in N204bn in January despite poor supply – NERC
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja Despite widespread blackouts recorded in January, 2026, electricity distribution companies (DisCos) collected N204.74 billion from customers, data from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has revealed. Power supply across the country dropped drastically in December 2025 and this was compounded in January 2026 when gas suppliers cut supply to generation companies […]
CAF president to visit Senegal after AFCON trophy reversal
The president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) was in Dakar Wednesday, nearly a month after the body’s shock decision to strip Senegal of its AFCON title and award it to Morocco.
Turkey puts 11 on trial for LGBT ‘obscenity’
Eleven leaders of a Turkish LGBT rights group went on trial Wednesday on charges of “obscenity” and “violating the protection of the family”, their lawyer told AFP.
NASS Petroleum committees dismiss petitions, back pipeline surveillance contract
The joint committees on Petroleum Resources of the National Assembly have dismissed three petitions challenging the pipeline surveillance contract, while passing a vote of confidence on Tantita Security Services, security agencies, and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) for improving oil production and safeguarding critical assets.
Yobe varsity explains viral photo of students sleeping outdoors
The management of Yobe State University has said that the photo of some of its students sleeping outdoors which went viral, especially on social media alleging lack of accommodation, is a temporary eclipse, insisting that most of the hostels are currently undergoing renovation and upgrade.
Fuel Prices Are Rising… But Your Comfort Doesn’t Have To Suffer
Kunle didn’t expect anything unusual when he stopped at the fuel station that morning. Until he saw the price. He paused, stared, and did a quick calculation in his head. Running his generator suddenly felt… expensive. Unreasonably expensive. “How am I supposed to keep up with this?” he muttered. Later that day, he called his […]
NYSC releases 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream 2 orientation timetable
According to the statement, the three-week orientation course will hold simultaneously in all the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory for eligible participants nationwide.
Photos: PDP, ADC leaders hold closed-door talks in Abuja
Nigeria’s opposition heavyweights are currently converging as a high-powered PDP delegation storms the residence of former Senate President David Mark
