Politics
Kwankwaso backs NDC’s zoning of presidential ticket to South
Former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has declared support for the zoning of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential ticket to the southern part of the country ahead of…
2027: NDC zones presidential ticket to South for one term
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) on Saturday zoned its presidential ticket for the 2027 general election to Southern Nigeria. The decision was announced during the party’s national convention held at…
Court adjourns ADC leadership suit indefinitely
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday again adjourned indefinitely the suit filed by an African Democratic Congress chieftain, Nafiu Bala Gombe, challenging the party’s leadership under former Senate…
Senate in dramatic U-turn on 8-year eligibility for presidency contest
The Senate on Thursday made a U-turn on its decision earlier in the week as it has rescinded a controversial amendment that barred first-time senators from contesting presiding offices, reopening…
Economy
FirstHoldCo sustains growth momentum as gross earnings hit N942bn in Q1’26
FBN Holdings Plc (FirstHoldco) achieved gross earnings of N942 billion in its first-quarter 2026 financials, compared to the N742.7 billion it recorded for the corresponding period in 2025. The company’s…
Dangote plans 20,000MW power investment to tackle Nigeria’s electricity gap
Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest businessman, says Dangote Group is planning to invest in power generation with a target of up to 20,000 megawatts. Dangote spoke in an interview with Makhtar…
Oshiomole calls on Tinubu to revoke MTN, DSTV licences, evacuate Nigerians from South Africa
The Senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomole has urged the federal government revoke the licences of South African-owned businesses including MTN and DSTV, and evacuate Nigerians facing xenophobic attacks in…
Mustafa Bello replaces Jim Ovia as Zenith Bank Chairman
Zenith Bank Plc has announced the retirement of its Founder and Group Chairman, Jim Ovia, following the expiration of his tenure in line with regulatory requirements. The bank disclosed this…
News
EFCC declares ex-minister Sadiya Farouq wanted
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared a former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs Sadiya Farouq, wanted over alleged diversion of public funds, abuse of office and alleged criminal…
98,000 displaced, 217 churches destroyed in Taraba attacks – Catholic Diocese
The Catholic Diocese of Wukari, Taraba, says 98,000 persons have been displaced, and 217 churches destroyed by lingering attacks in the state. The diocese disclosed this in a communique issued…
Alleged ₦110.4bn Kogi Fraud: Witness narrates how N950m property was bought in Maitama
A prosecution witness, PW15, Ramalan Abdullahi, on Friday, May 8, 2026, narrated before the Federal Capital Territory, FCT High Court, Maitama, Abuja, how a property located at No. 35 Danube…
SGF issues formal correction on Tinubu’s official title
The Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation has corrected the official appellation of President Bola Tinubu following recurring errors by some organisations and media outlets. This…
Health
Nigerian doctors, others under travel ban now allowed to stay in U.S.
Medical doctors from Nigeria and other countries under travel ban can now stay and practise in the U.S. due to modifications of President Donald Trump’s sweeping travel ban. The New…
Regular sex, special diet can’t prevent prostate cancer, says urologist
Mr Ekwueme said Black men who develop the disease are more likely to present with an aggressive form. Arobotic urological surgeon, Prof. Kingsley Ekwueme, has noted that no amount of…
Sports
FirstBank partners Eko hotels & KEY academy for ChessMasters 2026 tournament
FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and the leading financial inclusion service provider, has announced its strategic sponsorship of the second edition of ChessMasters, Africa’s largest school chess tournament. The…
FirstBank sponsors Samuel Okwaraji U-16 football championship 2026, promotes education through school sports
FirstBank, the premier bank in West Africa and a leading financial inclusion service provider, is thrilled to announce its sponsorship of the maiden edition of the Samuel Okwaraji Under 16…
Opinion | Editorial
The “Onuku” called Kenneth Okonkwo
By Valentine Obienyem Honestly, I had resolved not to speak or write about Mr. Kenneth Okonkwo. I had, in fact, given up on him entirely. In my own estimation, I…
The travails of Nestoil and the travesties of courts
By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu In a week in which the Nigerian judiciary at all levels has been the focus of considerable civic and party-political energy, it may seem odd to…
Where is The Money? Nigeria’s Missing Billions Under Tinubu’s Watch
By Kio Amachree Nigeria is not merely broke. Nigeria is being drained. Since President Bola Tinubu took office, the public record has become a ledger of unanswered questions: missing oil…
An open letter to Peter Obi — A word from a son of Nigeria
On Power, Courage, and the Unfinished Business of a Nation Dear Mr. Peter Obi, I owe you a confession before I offer you counsel. In the last presidential election, I…
Entertainment
Grammys 2026: Tyla beats Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr to Best African Music Performance
South African singer Tyla Laura Seethal, popularly known as Tyla, has won the Best African Music Performance award at the 2026 Grammy Awards, edging Nigerian stars Burna Boy, Davido, and…
Life
CNN founder and cable news pioneer Ted Turner dead at 87
CNN founder and business mogul Ted Turner has died at age 87, according to CNN. Turner pioneered the media industry with the creation of the 24-hour cable news network in 1980. Turner…
Interviews
NMA says nationwide shutdown of health sector imminent
On July 2, the Nigerian Medical Association issued a 21-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to meet its demands to avert industrial action in the health sector. In this interview…
Ex-NAF Group Captain faults amnesty for Boko Haram fighters
There are two caveats in carrying out an amnesty programme. First, it should be at the end of the conflict, secondly, it should not be a blanket amnesty. Probably, this…
Photo Diary
Ghana’s ruling party candidate Bawumia concedes election to opposition’s Mahama
Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia conceded defeat and congratulated John Dramani Mahama on Saturday following Ghana’s hotly contested presidential election. Bawumia, 61, of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), said the election…
Appeal Court nullifies judgement on Rivers LG election
The Court of Appeal Abuja on Friday nullified the judgment of the Federal High Court in Abuja, which barred the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from releasing the voters’ register…
Headlines
Kwankwaso backs NDC’s zoning of presidential ticket to South
Former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has declared support for the zoning of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential ticket to the southern part of the country ahead of…
2027: NDC zones presidential ticket to South for one term
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) on Saturday zoned its presidential ticket for the 2027 general election to Southern Nigeria. The decision was announced during the party’s national convention held at…
EFCC declares ex-minister Sadiya Farouq wanted
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared a former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs Sadiya Farouq, wanted over alleged diversion of public funds, abuse of office and alleged criminal…
98,000 displaced, 217 churches destroyed in Taraba attacks – Catholic Diocese
The Catholic Diocese of Wukari, Taraba, says 98,000 persons have been displaced, and 217 churches destroyed by lingering attacks in the state. The diocese disclosed this in a communique issued…
WebTV
Vidoe: Tinubu stumbles, falls during reception parade in Turkey
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu stumbled and fell on Wednesday during an official reception parade in Turkey, a moment that was captured on video and widely circulated on social media. The…
Video: How Tinubu threatened Fubara, imposed resolution on him – ex-Rivers commissioner
A former Rivers State Commissioner for Works, Chief David Briggs, on Thursday alleged that President Bola Tinubu imposed ‘Abuja resolution’ on Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Briggs, in an interview with reporters,…
Police arrest big boy Bayelsa ‘kidnapper’ who advised people to ‘hustle hard and stay safe’ in Abuja
The police in Bayelsa have arrested John Lyon, an alleged kidnapper who operates in the state. Lyon was said to have been arrested on Saturday in the federal capital territory…
Video: Cities thrown into darkness as electricity workers shut down transmission stations
By our reporter| Cities across the country were on Wednesday thrown into darkness as electricity workers shut down major power stations due to the ongoing nationwide strike. The National Union…
The “Onuku” called Kenneth Okonkwo
By Valentine Obienyem Honestly, I had resolved not to speak or write about Mr. Kenneth Okonkwo. I had, in fact, given up on him entirely. In my own estimation, I…
The travails of Nestoil and the travesties of courts
By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu In a week in which the Nigerian judiciary at all levels has been the focus of considerable civic and party-political energy, it may seem odd to…
CNN founder and cable news pioneer Ted Turner dead at 87
CNN founder and business mogul Ted Turner has died at age 87, according to CNN. Turner pioneered the media industry with the creation of the 24-hour cable news network in 1980. Turner…
UBA Plc issues cease and desist order on individuals, platforms over false publication on Elumelu, wife
The United Bank for Africa [UBA], has issued a cease and desist order to individuals, platforms and entities involved in the publication, reposting, or continued dissemination of the story alleging…
These twins were born within minutes of each other – but have different dads
Twins Michelle and Lavinia Osbourne have always shared a special connection. But when Lavinia clicked on an email with results of an at-home DNA test in September 2022, she was…
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