…PTDF urges workforce development to secure energy future, curb capital flight By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has said increased investment in domestic refining, gas processing and critical petroleum infrastructure is essential to strengthening Nigeria’s energy security, creating jobs and unlocking the country’s economic potential. The Authority also said […]

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — A boat has reportedly capsized at Gorau village in Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State, prompting an emergency response by relevant authorities. The circumstances surrounding the incident, including the number of persons aboard the boat and their whereabouts, were unclear as of press time. Officials of the National […]

By Innocent Anaba ASABA — The House of Representatives Committee on Industry and the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) have called for legislative reforms to strengthen Nigeria’s automotive industry and promote greater local and international patronage. The call was made in Asaba, Delta State, during a four-day capacity-building retreat organised for members of […]

By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe Residents of Balanga Local Government Area of Gombe State have rejected claims that the area has been neglected in the implementation of the state government’s 11–100 Road Network initiative. A Gombe-based social commentator, Hon. Aminu Turaki, made the position known in a statement on Thursday while reacting to comments attributed to […]

The lawmaker backed the State Department’s call for the Federal Government to protect Christian communities after Plateau attack, saying it was a commitment Abuja made.

By Ayo Onikoyi Nollywood veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has received more than 500 offers of medical, spiritual and other forms of assistance as he continues treatment for stage-four cancer. His close friend and colleague, Yinka Quadri, disclosed this while appreciating Nigerians, colleagues and well-wishers who have continued to offer prayers, encouragement […]

By Maryam Abdul-aziz Usman YOBE — The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Yobe State, Alhaji Baba Malam Wali, has continued his consultations with traditional rulers, seeking the support and prayers of the Emir of Geidam, Alhaji Mustapha Ibn Mahmud, ahead of the 2027 governorship election. Wali, who visited the monarch at his palace […]

Liberia is the latest African country to agree to take in migrants deported under US President Donald Trump’s contested immigration crackdown.

…Deploy personnel across 13 LGAs, 171 wards By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki The Ebonyi State Police Command has announced a restriction of vehicular and human movement across the state on Saturday, August 22, 2026, ahead of the local government elections. The restriction will take effect from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. across the state’s 13 Local […]

…faults KAGOTE allegations, explains leadership changes By Daniel Abia, P/Harcourt The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) has assured the people of Ogoni of a fair outcome from its ongoing dialogue with the Federal Government on the resumption of oil operations in the area. The assurance followed concerns raised by the leadership […]

The former vice president said Obasanjo lacked sufficient electoral support in his home state and the South-West to win the election without substantial backing from the North.

By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs), led by the Centre for African Policy Research and Advisory (CAFPRA), has called on the National Assembly to review policies and educational programmes relating to sexuality education and reproductive health. The coalition, at a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, expressed concern over what […]

Canada has warned immigration applicants against submitting fake documents or providing false information in applications, saying such actions could lead to serious consequences, including a ban from entering the country for at least five years.

By Christopher Ameh, Bauchi A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bauchi State and supporter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Khamis Musa Darazo, has called for merit-based tenure extensions for deserving senior officers of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) as part of efforts to sustain ongoing reforms in the service. Darazo, in a […]

A renowned economist and former International Monetary Fund, IMF, and World Bank expert, Dr. Ifediora Amobi, has commended President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of Taiwo Oyedele as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, describing it as evidence of the President’s ability to identify and deploy quality talents.