Politics
I never saw report recommending Natasha Akpoti’s suspension, says Ireti Kingibe
ShareThe Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ireti Kingibe on Wednesday confirmed that she never saw the report that recommended the six-month suspension of Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, senator representing Kogi…
What’s in the US-Iran agreement?
ShareA US-Iran agreement to extend the ceasefire between the two countries has been signed and is now in effect. President Donald Trump formally signed the deal – which is set…
Deizani Alison-Madueke cleared of all charges after UK corruption trial
ShareFormer Nigerian oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke was on Wednesday found not guilty by a London jury of six bribery charges, after a rare corruption trial of a high-profile former energy…
2027: NDC mandates governorship, National Assembly candidates to sign anti-defection forms
ShareThe Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has introduced a new measure to discourage defections among its members after elections. The measure requires all the governorship and National Assembly candidates to sign an…
Economy
Julius Berger approves ₦6.8bn dividend payout as profits surge
Share…Lubasch: The values that define Julius Berger remain unchanged Julius Berger Nigeria Plc has announced strong financial performance, marked by higher revenue and profitability, while shareholders have unanimously approved a…
FG, states, local governments shared N2.3 trillion May 2026 revenue: FAAC
ShareThe Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared a total sum of N2.3 trillion to the federal government, states, and local government councils for the month of May 2026. Bawa…
FirstHoldCo closes ₦45bn private placement at N44.06, further strengthening FirstBank’s capital base
ShareFirst HoldCo Plc (“FirstHoldCo” or “the Group”) hereby notifies the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), its shareholders, and the investing public that it has successfully completed the ₦45 billion second tranche…
Shell appoints Elohor executive vice president and country chair Nigeria
Share…as Marno bows out after more than 6 years at the helm of Shell in Nigeria Former Managing Director Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) Elohor Aiboni, currently…
News
Court of Appeal strikes out NBC appeal, upholds ban on Broadcast fines
ShareThe Court of Appeal in Abuja has struck out another attempt by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to overturn a Federal High Court judgment barring it from imposing fines on…
Panic as gunfire, explosions heard at Niger Republic airport
ShareGunfire erupted early on Thursday at the airport in Niger’s capital, Niamey, residents told AFP, five months after a jihadist attack at the facility. Niger has been ruled for the…
Tinubu seeks stronger collaboration with northern traditional rulers on security, development
SharePresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with traditional institutions as part of efforts to advance peace, security, national cohesion, and sustainable development across…
Troops rescue four Kidnap victims in Katsina
ShareThe Katsina State Government has announced the successful rescue of four kidnap victims by troops of the Nigerian Army. It said that the victims, aged 36 to 68, were rescued…
Health
NCDC places emergency response on alert mode over Ebola
ShareHealth emergency preparedness expert and Deputy Director, Head of Department, Health Emergency Preparedness and Response at the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), Dr. Gbenga Joseph, says the…
Obi consults U.S. Health Experts, reaffirms commitment to universal healthcare in Nigeria
SharePresidential candidate of the National Democratic Coalition (NDC), Peter Obi, has reiterated his commitment to improving Nigeria’s healthcare system through expanded health insurance coverage, stronger primary healthcare services, and increased…
Sports
Three players sent off as Mexico beat South Africa in World Cup opener
ShareThree players were sent off as World Cup co-hosts Mexico defeated South Africa in a dramatic opening match at a packed Azteca Stadium. South Africa finished with nine men, while…
World Cup: Africa’s best referee denied entry to US, sent back after landing in Miami
ShareA Somali referee acclaimed as the best in Africa has reportedly been denied entry to the United States and sent on a flight back to Istanbul, Turkey upon arrival at…
Opinion | Editorial
Why do kidnappers in Nigeria succeed in collecting ransom from their victims?
ShareBy P. Michael Based on my job, I learnt something special this week from Security Agents in Mali that we went on a rescue mission together. I don’t know if…
Owa-Onire: A ghost town and one man left behind
ShareFollowing bandits attacks and abduction communities bordering Kwara South forest belts have emptied and are basically what has been described as Ghost Town by many. The sad state of the…
From Horseback to Golf Cart: How Kebbi’s new nobility announced its divorce from reality
ShareBy Bello Abdullahi The Kebbi State Government recently bought an 6-seater luxury golf cart. In a state where children forget the taste of eggs. In a state where roads have…
OPEN Letter to the White House
ShareBy Kio Amachree Mr. President, Two hundred and fifty million Nigerians are watching. They are watching to see if the United States of America will do the right thing —…
Entertainment
Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo dies of kidney cancer at 40
ShareNollywood Actor, Alexx Ekubo has died. He reportedly died from kidney cancer on May 12, 2026, at the age of 40. His colleague, Godwin Nnadiekwe, in a post on Instagram…
Life
Anambra vows to get justice for teenager allegedly defiled by eight men
ShareThe Anambra State Government has vowed to get justice for a 16-year old girl (name withheld) over alleged sexual molestation by eight men including her guardian. The incident occurred in…
Interviews
NMA says nationwide shutdown of health sector imminent
ShareOn 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
ShareThere 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
ShareVice 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
ShareThe 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
Julius Berger approves ₦6.8bn dividend payout as profits surge
Share…Lubasch: The values that define Julius Berger remain unchanged Julius Berger Nigeria Plc has announced strong financial performance, marked by higher revenue and profitability, while shareholders have unanimously approved a…
FirstHoldCo closes ₦45bn private placement at N44.06, further strengthening FirstBank’s capital base
ShareFirst HoldCo Plc (“FirstHoldCo” or “the Group”) hereby notifies the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), its shareholders, and the investing public that it has successfully completed the ₦45 billion second tranche…
Panic as gunfire, explosions heard at Niger Republic airport
ShareGunfire erupted early on Thursday at the airport in Niger’s capital, Niamey, residents told AFP, five months after a jihadist attack at the facility. Niger has been ruled for the…
Tinubu seeks stronger collaboration with northern traditional rulers on security, development
SharePresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with traditional institutions as part of efforts to advance peace, security, national cohesion, and sustainable development across…
WebTV
Video: NDLEA uncovers N480bn methamphetamine laboratory in Ogun forest, arrest three Mexicans
ShareThe National Drug Law Enforcement Agency [NDLEA] has discovered the biggest ever clandestine methamphetamine laboratory in a forest in Ogun State, South West Nigeria. In a video shared via his…
Vidoe: Tinubu stumbles, falls during reception parade in Turkey
SharePresident 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
ShareA 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
ShareThe 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…
Why do kidnappers in Nigeria succeed in collecting ransom from their victims?
ShareBy P. Michael Based on my job, I learnt something special this week from Security Agents in Mali that we went on a rescue mission together. I don’t know if…
Owa-Onire: A ghost town and one man left behind
ShareFollowing bandits attacks and abduction communities bordering Kwara South forest belts have emptied and are basically what has been described as Ghost Town by many. The sad state of the…
Anambra vows to get justice for teenager allegedly defiled by eight men
ShareThe Anambra State Government has vowed to get justice for a 16-year old girl (name withheld) over alleged sexual molestation by eight men including her guardian. The incident occurred in…
Pope Leo apologises for Church’s historic role in slavery
Share-Pope Leo says Church was slow to condemn slavery -Clearest apology yet for Church role -Calls the legacy “a wound in Christian memory” Pope Leo on Monday issued the clearest…
Document shows 287 Nigerians in U.S. prisons for fraud, drug trafficking, burglary, sex crimes – Report
ShareAt least 287 Nigerians are languishing in U.S. prisons for crimes ranging from drug trafficking, theft, romance scam, wire fraud and sex offences. Data exclusively obtained by The Gazette showed…
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