Prices ease, optimism rises as firms, consumers see brighter 2026
•High interest rates persist By Elizabeth Adegbesan There are fresh signs of cautious optimism in Nigeria’s economy as both consumers and businesses reported improving sentiments in December 2025, driven by moderating prices, better economic outlook and rising confidence in macroeconomic stability, even as concerns linger over high interest rates on bank loans. This is contained in […]
Ondo APC mandate elders forum mobilise members for party’s e- registration exercise
The Ondo State APC Mandate Elders Forum have called on all loyal and progressive members of the All Progressives Congress, APC across the 18 local government areas of Ondo State to fully participate in the ongoing Electronic Registration exercise of our great party.
Five distinguished diaspora veterans inducted into Nigerian Books of Record Hall of Fame
The Nigerian Books of Record (NBR) has inducted five eminent Nigerians resident in the diaspora into its prestigious Hall of Fame, in a landmark ceremony that celebrated national excellence, cultural heritage, and Nigeria’s growing global influence through its citizens abroad.
NGO urges governments to implement CNG transport policy to ease high transport costs
A non-governmental organisation, Nana Girls and Women Empowerment Initiative, has called on state and federal governments to adopt and implement a policy framework on the use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles to address rising transportation costs across the country.
AdaezeBDG reclaims spotlight with YOLO
By Juliet Ebirim Nigerian recording artist Adaeze Mogbogu, professionally known as AdaezeBDG, is reclaiming attention across Africa with her latest musical offering, YOLO (You Only Live Once). Born in Anambra State and raised in Lagos, she represents the creative convergence of heritage and metropolitan influence. Her music blends Afro hip-hop and R&B, delivering rhythm-driven storytelling […]
Final hurdles, by Hakeem Baba-Ahmed
“The poll that matters is the one that happens on Election Day”— Heather Wilson We are at that point when you get genuinely confused over the length of an election race. So much has been packed into the last two years that you will be forgiven for thinking the elections of 2027 have only one competitor: […]
Yahaya Bello presumed innocent amid N80.2bn fraud trial — EFCC
By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has stated that former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, remains innocent until proven guilty by a court of law. The Commission stressed that Bello’s trial is still ongoing and that it is solely the responsibility of the court—not the EFCC—to determine his guilt or innocence. […]
Content Africa launches in Kenya to fix disconnect between brands, creators
Kenya is home to some of the continent’s sharpest creatives, yet the industry has lacked a bridge to connect that talent with brands
Fubara stagnates development in Oyigbo LG – Ambassador Akawor alleges
By Idowu Bankole Former Ambassador to South Korea and Coordinator, Renewed Hope Ambassadors in Rivers State, Desmond Akawor has said that the development of Oyigbo Local Government Area has been stalled under Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Akawor stated this on Monday, during a “thank you” visit to the local government area by the Minister of the […]
US aggression in Venezuela sparks outrage from African trade unions
African trade unions have expressed strong condemnation of the United States’ recent military actions in Venezuela, describing them as a blatant violation of the country’s sovereignty.
With God, your support, I’ll be elected again – Gov Adeleke tells Osun residents
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has reiterated his belief in God and the people support as the basis for getting re-elected as Governor later this year. Addressing audience at the beginning of the year inter-religious prayer comprising of labour and religious leaders as well as workers at the State Secretariat on […]
