Rethinking Nigeria–UK relations in a fragmenting global order
By SAMUEL OROVWUJE President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s proposed state visit to the United Kingdom, the first by a Nigerian leader in 37 years, comes not as a ceremonial flourish, but as a strategic moment long delayed. It is unfolding against Nigeria’s toughest economic conditions in a generation, a fragile democratic climate, and a global system […]
Residents narrate harrowing kidnapping experience in Abuja suburbs
A resident, Philip Ikechukwu, said that no fewer than 20 people had been kidnapped within two weeks in the area.
El-Rufai: Release him or file charges — Datti-Ahmed warns FG
The Coalition Political Action Committee (COPAC), led by Aminu Datti-Ahmed, on Sunday warned the Federal Government to either release former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai immediately or file formal charges against him, saying keeping him in custody beyond the expired remand order would violate the Constitution.
NRC plans electric trains as part of Nigeria’s rail modernisation drive
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) plans to introduce electric-powered trains on major rail corridors as part of efforts to modernise the country’s railway system and boost operational efficiency.
10 things to know about Anthony Placid, new police spokesperson
The Nigeria Police Force has appointed Deputy Commissioner of Police Anthony Placid as its new Force Public Relations Officer, succeeding Benjamin Hundeyin.
Resolution of OPL 245 dispute will lead to economic boom – AGF Fagbemi
THE Attorney-General of the Federation, AGF, and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has said that resolving the longstanding dispute over OPL 245 will reposition the economy and strengthen the country’s fiscal muscle.
Bandits kill one, abduct five in night raid on Sokoto community
Sokoto State has witnessed a fresh security scare following a night-time attack by armed bandits on Mallamawar Yari village in Kware Local Government Area, resulting in the death of one resident and the abduction of five others.
Trump says new Iran leader won’t last long without his approval
US President Donald Trump warned on Sunday that Iran’s next supreme leader would not last long without his approval, as Tehran prepared to reveal the successor to the slain Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Families appeal for urgent rescue as bandits demand N150m for Niger officials
Families of two Niger State government officials abducted five months ago are appealing for urgent intervention after bandits demanded an additional N150 million for their release, despite having already collected N70 million in ransom.
Abdulsalami Abubakar urges Nigerians: Don’t sell your votes in 2027
Former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, has urged Nigerians to treat their votes as a tool to elect credible leaders in the 2027 general elections, warning against selling votes.
Akpabio celebrates Nigerian Women on International Women’s Day
By Henry Umoru, Abuja Senate President Senator Godswill Akpabio has congratulated Nigerian women on the occasion of this year’s International Women’s Day, describing himself as a beneficiary of the “wonders of women” and praising mothers as one of God’s greatest gifts. In a statement on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. […]
Nwoye declares for APC Deputy National Chair, pledges to mobilise Southern Nigeria
Dr. Ben Nwoye, immediate past Caretaker Committee Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State, has officially declared his intention to contest for the position of Deputy National Chairman (South) at the party’s forthcoming national convention.
Obasanjo, IBB consulted in move to end PDP rift
Fresh moves to reconcile factions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have emerged after former Heads of State Olusegun Obasanjo and Ibrahim Babangida …
2027: Tinubu’s second term done deal — Lagos Assembly Deputy Whip
A member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mr Setonji David, says President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027 is a “done deal.
Tinubu’s reforms boost mining sector, attract foreign investment – Alake
By Gabriel Ewepu, Abuja The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, says reforms implemented by President Bola Tinubu have significantly boosted Nigeria’s mining sector, driving productivity and increasing Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs). A statement by the Minister’s Special Assistant on Media, Segun Tomori, said Alake highlighted the sector’s rapid growth while speaking through […]
IWD 2026: CISLAC calls for transformative gender reforms
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has called for transformative reforms in laws, policies and institutional practices to accelerate the development, protection and full participation of women and girls in Nigeria, warning that recent developments indicate a troubling backsliding on gains previously recorded in advancing women’s rights and inclusion. In a statement issued to […]
