Court upholds FCCPC authority to probe medical negligence
By Progress Godfrey, Abuja The Federal High Court in Abuja has upheld the powers of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to investigate complaints of medical negligence, in a ruling seen as strengthening consumer protection in Nigeria’s healthcare sector. This is contained in a statement by the FCCPC on Tuesday, noting that Justice […]
Faleke obtains presidential forms for Tinubu
Faleke, who also serves as founder of the Tinubu Support Groups, collected and paid for the forms on behalf of the president.
Senate President declares Jimoh Ibrahim’s seat vacant
ABUJA- THE President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has declared vacant the Ondo South Senatorial District seat vacant.
From Almajiri to Entrepreneur: How Rabiu Shuaibu rewrote his destiny
“I am grateful to a pharmacist who gave me a loan of N200,000, which I was able to repay within a few months”
Photos: OAU students barricade roads over transportation hitches
The students of Obafemi Awolowo University, OAU, Ile-Ife, on Tuesday morning barricaded the busy Ife-Ede road in protest against the inadequate transportation system in the school.
Benue SUBEB hosts coordinating meeting ahead of NLA pilot in three LGAs
By Peter Duru, Makurdi The Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has hosted a high-level coordination meeting ahead of the pilot phase of the National Learning Assessment (NLA), set to take place in selected schools across the state. The meeting, held at the Board’s headquarters in Makurdi, brought together key stakeholders to fine-tune preparations […]
Atiku being bulled despite giving Obi first vice-presidential ticket – Momodu
In a post on X on Monday, Momodu described the situation as “extremely sad,” pointing out that Atiku had chosen Obi as his vice-presidential candidate in the 2019 election.
Full List: Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham, others make national women rally committee
The organisers of the 2026 National Women Mega Empowerment and Rally have named Nigerian actresses, Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham, Joke Silva, Rahman Sadau, Eniola Badmus and a stellar cast of entertainers, in a committee led by the first lady of Lagos state, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu.
NBS says petrol increased to N1,288.54 per litre in March
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) says the average retail price of a litre of petrol witnessed an increase from N1,051.47 in February to N1,288.54 in March.
‘My in-laws, bad English comment misquoted’ – Kenyan President Ruto tell Nigerians
President William Ruto of Kenyan has explained that his remarks on Nigerian English were misinterpreted and taken out of context.
Manufacturers decry low export share despite N85.13trn trade boom
By Yinka Kolawole Manufacturers in Nigeria have lamented the persistently low contribution of manufactured goods to the nation’s export basket despite a rise in total exports in 2025, warning that structural bottlenecks continue to undermine the country’s competitiveness in the global market. Exporters under the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria Export Promotion Group, MANEG, disclosed that although Nigeria’s […]
How Nigeria can unlock $74bn Livestock Economy — Maiha
•Unveils FG’s 10-point strategy, seeks private investment •Targets productivity, financing, infrastructure gap The Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Idi Mukhtar Maiha, has outlined a comprehensive roadmap for unlocking Nigeria’s projected $74 billion livestock economy, stressing that bold reforms, strategic investments and stronger private sector participation are critical to achieving the target by 2035. Speaking at […]
Austrian suspect admits plot to attack Taylor Swift concert
A 21-year-old Austrian man has pleaded guilty to involvement in a planned attack on a 2024 concert by Taylor Swift in Vienna, authorities have confirmed.
Nigeria spends $6bn annually on imported clothing
•Commends local producer By Gabriel Ewepu The Federal Government, FG, has indicated that Nigeria’s textile industry is struggling with massive importation, poor infrastructural backbone against local manufacturers and trade malpractices. Speaking to journalists in Abuja yesterday, Minister of Industries, Trade and Investment, Dr. Olajumoke Oduwole, said as a result of weakened domestic production, Nigeria spends about […]
Cross River cracks down on substandard clinics
The Cross River State Government has intensified its crackdown on illegal and substandard health facilities, issuing a three-month ultimatum to erring clinics to upgrade or face closure.
Ndume praises Tinubu over ₦68bn Maiduguri power plant approval
The funding, to be released in phases from March 2026 to December 2028, aims to address power shortages in Borno State, exacerbated by insurgent attacks on infrastructure.
