US forces lift blockade of Iran ports
RCCG launches free-bus-to-work Initiative
CSO lauds Musa’s appointment as Defence Minister
The Connectors Code announces executive roundtable series
Filmmakers, creatives converge as AAIFF 2025 wraps up in Lagos
Benue SUBEB hosts Africa’s first female astronaut
First Lady Tinubu urges multi sector action to end violent crimes
Dogara congratulates General Musa on appointment as Defence Minister
GADA seeks media backing for women’s special seats bill
Ogun Police debunk viral security alert, warn against false information

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Senate screens three ambassadorial nominees
The Senate has begun screening three ambassadorial nominees forwarded to the upper chamber by President Bola Tinubu for confirmation
FEC approves 4,000 telecom towers to boost rural coverage
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday approved the deployment of 4,000 telecom towers nationwide to expand digital access in underserved communities.
2 die, 9 injured in multiple accident on Enugu-Port Harcourt expressway
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed that two persons lost their lives in a multiple accident involving 11 vehicles along the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway on Wednesday.
2027: Onaiyekan urges overhaul of electoral system
Cardinal John Onaiyekan, former Archbishop of Abuja, has urged a genuine overhaul of the electoral system that births the election of leaders through transparent and credible polls.
China supports Nigeria’s effort to combat terrorism – Ambassador Yu
The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria has said that China remains committed to supporting Nigeria’s efforts to combat terrorism.
ADC reaffirms commitment to disability inclusion
Mark said the ADC remained a movement for inclusive democracy, championing equal opportunity, dignity and representation for all Nigerians.
106,000 children received nutrition support in Gombe – UNICEF
The project, implemented by the Gombe State Government and UNICEF with support from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, aims to prevent malnutrition among children under five.
FEC approves 2026–2028 MTEF, targets N34.3trn revenue
The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Atiku Bagudu, briefed State House Correspondents after the meeting, which was presided over by President Bola Tinubu.
Expert seeks science-driven harm reduction strategy to cut smoking risks in Nigeria
By Esther Onyegbula A public health expert has called on the Federal Government to adopt a pragmatic, science-driven Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) framework to curb smoking-related diseases, insisting that Nigeria cannot rely solely on traditional tobacco control measures to protect adult smokers who are unable or unwilling to quit. Dr. Yusuff Adebayo, a pharmacist, epidemiologist, […]
Lagos Govt partners Russia to boost energy, technology
Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has reiterated his commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with the Russian Federation.
Ensure Nigerian Army is placed on first line charge in budget, Ndume tells Gen Musa
Ndume charged the Minister of Defence designate, General Christopher Musa, to make a strong case for the inclusion of the Nigerian Army in the First Line Charge of the national budget.
How INEC effectively ‘settled’ PDP leadership crisis — Sources
*Insist: No real faction in PDP, sources *Say: Commission’s actions clearly favour Turaki-led NWC *Ekiti rejection, Osun monitoring seen as decisive signals By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The battle over the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, may have shifted decisively after key actions by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, were interpreted within […]
FG, World Bank chart bigger safety nets as NG CA-RES leverages $2.2bn
By Progress Godfrey, Abuja The Federal Government and the World Bank have restated their commitment to expanding social protection systems and opening more economic opportunities for poor and vulnerable Nigerians, even as the bank’s $750 million support for NG CA-RES has attracted more than $2.2 billion in investments from states. The pledge came during a […]
Army won’t dance with criminals – Theater Commander declares fresh onslaught on bandits
The Commander assured personnel that the Army remains committed to their welfare, adding that even wounded soldiers will receive due care, support and honour.
Rivers Assembly passes vote of confidence on Tinubu, calls for second term
The Rivers State House of Assembly has passed a vote of confidence in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, praising his leadership and contributions to the state, and urged him to run for a second term in office.

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