By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — A traditional ruler in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State has drawn criticism over a viral video in which he was alleged to have made remarks concerning voters who may not support the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, in the 2027 general election. […]

By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — The Abia State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the rights, dignity and welfare of senior citizens, declaring that old age should never become a sentence of neglect, abuse or abandonment. The government said it would continue to strengthen social protection programmes and implement the Abia State Senior Citizens […]

By Shina Abubakar OSOGBO — Tension erupted on Tuesday at Ibodi in Atakunmosa West Local Government Area of Osun State as council chairmen from the Ijesa South Federal Constituency and military personnel had a confrontation during an enforcement operation against alleged illegal mining activities. The council chairmen, accompanied by operatives of the Nigeria Security and […]

President Tinubu, Dr. Hafsat Balewa and Sheikh Ibrahim Dahiru Usman exchanged views on fostering inclusive growth, national unity and sustainable development.

By Shina Abubakar OSOGBO — A coalition of civil society organisations under the aegis of the Partnership for Ethical Governance has called on political parties participating in the August 15 Osun State governorship election to demonstrate political maturity and uphold democratic values. Speaking on behalf of the coalition, its Chairman, Comrade Debo Adeniran, expressed concern […]

Suleiman-Ibrahim said Onoja’s leadership had strengthened efforts to protect Nigeria’s mineral resources and restore order to the solid minerals sector.

By Godwin Oritse & Efe Onodjae There are indications of festering disagreements over the implementation of the National Single Window (NSW), a centralized digital portal launched by the Federal Government in March this year to address delays in import-export processing at the ports. It allows importers and exporters to submit trade documents once, replacing duplicate paperwork […]

By Elizabeth Adegbesan Firms are expecting borrowing cost for banks’ loans to decline in the next three months deapite seeing rates elevated in July. This was contained in the Central Bank of Nigeria’s, CBN, latest Business Expectation Survey Report. CBN said: “Respondents expect borrowing rates to remain elevated across the same periods, as indicated by the […]

By Yinka Kolawole Manufacturers’ confidence in Nigeria’s business environment rebounded in the second quarter of 2026 (Q2’26) buoyed by expectations of improved government policies and a more favourable operating climate. But the sector operators have continued to grapple with high borrowing costs, inadequate power supply, foreign exchange constraints and multiple taxation. The latest Manufacturers CEO Confidence […]

The naira remained relatively stable against the United States dollar across both the official and parallel foreign exchange markets as traders monitored liquidity conditions and demand pressures.

AMALGAMATED APC Support Groups (AASG) has challenged critics of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta state to present practical alternatives to the reforms, programmes being implemented by both administrations beyond merely condemning government policies.

Industry observers say the visit reflects a growing trend among domestic and international travellers seeking authentic destinations that combine unique natural attractions with quality hospitality.

Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has lauded the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigerian Army, the Nigerian Police, as well as Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), for rescuing five kidnapped students of Gateway ICT Polytechnic, Saapade, in Remo North Local Government Area of the state. The students, who were abducted by suspected kidnappers earlier […]

…Decry Niger Delta’s exclusion in N3.9 trillion road project By Adesina Wahab The Ijaw Elders Forum (IEF) Lagos has called for urgent restructuring and true fiscal federalism, warning that Nigeria’s continued neglect of Ijaw communities threatens the unity and stability of the federation. In a statement signed by Chairman, Chief Bukazi Etete, and Secretary, Efiye […]

By Evelyn Usman No fewer than 315 Nigerians abducted by terrorists and kidnappers have been rescued in separate operations across Kwara, Niger and Ogun states within 24 hours, bringing relief to hundreds of families. The figure comprises 308 victims rescued from terrorist captivity in the forests of Kwara and Niger states and seven students of […]