FG’s spending on domestic debt service falls 38% to $405.3m
By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Federal Government’s spending on debt service payments fell year-on-year (YoY) by 38.5 percent to $405.3 million in January 2026 from N659.7 million in the corresponding period of 2025. Analysis of data contained in the Central Bank of Nigeria’s, CBN, International Payment report showed that the downward trend also reflected in the federal […]
UN adopts resolution condemning Iran’s attacks on Gulf states
The UN Security Council adopted a resolution on Wednesday condemning Iran’s attacks on Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, as well as Jordan.
Iran’s military vows to attack US, Israel economic interests in Middle East
Iranian media had reported US and Israeli strikes hit a bank in Tehran overnight Tuesday to Wednesday, killing an unspecified number of staff.
North Korea unveils image of leader’s daughter firing pistol
Kim’s teenage daughter Ju Ae featured prominently in state photos published to mark the closing stages of the nuclear-armed country’s key ruling Workers’ Party congress last month.
Iran warns of prolonged war that could ‘destroy’ world economy
Oil prices have surged since February 28, when the United States and Israel launched air strikes on Iran that killed its supreme leader and plunged the Middle East into conflict.
Tinubu pleased With Bwala’s performance, says APC chieftain
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former governorship aspirant in Kogi State, Saidu Ugonoh, has urged critics of presidential aide Daniel Bwala to remain calm over public reactions to a recent media interview, saying President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is satisfied with Bwala’s performance.
Three crew ‘believed trapped’ aboard Thai ship attacked in Gulf
The Thai ship was struck Wednesday morning while transiting through the Gulf waterway, after departing Khalifa port in the United Arab Emirates.
JIM OVIA: A fitting tribute
Decades into his career, Jim Ovia’s influence is evident in every facet of Nigerian banking. The shift to digital systems, the rise of electronic transactions, and the seamless integration of technology
Ramadan: Firm extends warmth of Iftar to Ogun, Oyo Lagos communities
As Muslims across Nigeria observe the sacred month of Ramadan, Knorr kicked off its annual Share The Good initiative, beginning with visits to communities across Ogun, Oyo, and Lagos States.
Why UK must not ignore Nigeria’s worsening insecurity
BY Dr Konyere Adiele-uzoma The 16th century was when the British first stepped foot on the vast lands that had the presence of over two hundred and fifty ethnic groups. These groups, as independently diverse as they were, still managed to thrive as much as their capabilities permitted. Although scholars agree that the existing relationships […]
Fuel Price Hike: Nigerians should be thankful for local refining capacity — FG
The minister argued that Nigeria’s economic resilience was being underpinned significantly by the Dangote Refinery.
Ramadan Talk Day 23: Laylatul Qadr and Allah’s Mercy
The revelation of the Qur’an began on this night, marking the moment when divine guidance descended upon humanity through Prophet Muhammad.
2027: Let’s work tirelessly for Tinubu’s re-election, DG BTO4PBAT27, Adojutelegan
—- Group concludes 2nd phase of mobilisation, announces next phase By Dayo Johnson Akure The Director-General of the BTO4PBAT27 Support Group, Ogbeni Adesuyi Adojutelegan, has asked members of the All Progressives Congress to work faithfully and tirelessly to ensure that President Bola Tinubu secured a convincing victory in the forthcoming election. Adojutelegan said this after […]
Tambuwal quits PDP over internal crisis, defects to ADC
The ex-governor cited the PDP’s persistent internal crisis, leadership disagreements, and deepening divisions as the driving forces behind his decision.
Fintiri to host PSN 2026 colloquium ahead of pharmaceutical industry centenary
By Esther Onyegbula Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State is set to host the 2026 Colloquium of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, PSN, a major gathering expected to bring together key stakeholders in the country’s pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.The Adamawa State Government has concluded arrangements to host the colloquium scheduled to hold from March […]
Rep. Amadi sponsors 38 bills, expands education, infrastructure initiatives
By Gift Chapi-Odekina, Abuja A member of the House of Representatives, Akarachi Etinosa Amadi, representing Mbaitoli/Ikeduru Federal Constituency of Imo State, has sponsored 38 bills in the National Assembly while simultaneously implementing education and infrastructure programmes aimed at improving the welfare of his constituents. Amadi, one of the youngest lawmakers in the House of Representatives […]
