Politics
2027: Makinde joins presidential race
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde on Thursday joined the growing list of Nigerians jostling to unseat incumbent president Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Makinde made the official declaration…
Energy commission DG is in EFCC custody over N701bn linked to Progressive Governors’ Forum
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Director-General of Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Mustapha Abdullahi, over funds to the tune of N701 billion linked to Progressive Governors Forum…
Ex-Minister Saleh Mamman to spend 75 years in prison over N33.8bn fraud
The Federal High Court in Abuja has convicted and sentenced former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to a total of 75 years’ imprisonment over a ₦33.8 billion fraud linked to…
Atiku warns against zoning presidency to South by NDC, other opposition parties
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has warned opposition parties against zoning their 2027 presidential ticket to the South, saying such a move could weaken chances of defeating President Bola Ahmed…
Economy
Julius Berger hosts world-class construction equipment Fair in Lagos
Leading engineering construction company, Julius Berger Nigeria PLC; recently hosted a one-day, world-class construction equipment exhibition at its facility in Lekki-Ajah, Lagos. The event featured prominent industry players, including the…
Nigeria will spend about $11.6bteon debt servicing in 2026 – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has said that Nigeria will spend about US$11.6 billion on debt servicing in 2026. According to a statement by presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu made the remarks…
Obi meets UK Business leaders, advocates stronger support for MSMEs
Presidential hopeful of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Peter Obi, has reiterated the critical role of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in driving Nigeria’s economic growth and reducing…
CBN, FRACE deepen governance framework for non-interest financial institutions
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Shariah governance, regulatory clarity, and risk management in the non-interest financial services industry as part of efforts to…
News
Nigeria Police extradites wanted cyberfraud suspect Samuel Ugberease to United States
The Nigeria Police Force, through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) Abuja, has successfully extradited one Samuel Ugberease, also known as “Putsammy”, “Putput”, and “Sammy”, to the United States of…
DHQ confirms several terrorists, not civilians killed in Zamfara strike
Defence Headquarters on Thursday confirmed that the air strike by airforce jets targeted a verified high-level gathering of terrorist ring leaders at Tumfa Village, Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara…
Head of Civil Service clarifies approval of 40 percent peculiar allowance for federal civil servants
The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) says it has neither approved nor formally conveyed the approval of the allowance to the Joint National…
Court grants final forfeiture of N1.9bn worth of Shares linked to former AGF- Nwabuoku
Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 granted the final forfeiture of N1.9bn worth of shares, N288m and five bedroom duplex…
Health
World Nurses Day: Obi appreciate nurses efforts, sacrifices, urges them not to relent in service to humanity
ADC chieftain and presidential hopeful, Peter Obi has urged nurses in Nigeria not to relent in their service to humanity. In a statement on Tuesday to mark the World Nurses…
Hantavirus: Confirmed cases by nationality
Eight cases have been confirmed, and two are listed as “probable”, according to the UN’s top health body and certain national health authorities, with citizens of six countries affected. Here…
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
Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo dies of kidney cancer at 40
Nollywood 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
Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo dies of kidney cancer at 40
Nollywood 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…
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
Nigeria Police extradites wanted cyberfraud suspect Samuel Ugberease to United States
The Nigeria Police Force, through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) Abuja, has successfully extradited one Samuel Ugberease, also known as “Putsammy”, “Putput”, and “Sammy”, to the United States of…
2027: Makinde joins presidential race
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde on Thursday joined the growing list of Nigerians jostling to unseat incumbent president Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Makinde made the official declaration…
DHQ confirms several terrorists, not civilians killed in Zamfara strike
Defence Headquarters on Thursday confirmed that the air strike by airforce jets targeted a verified high-level gathering of terrorist ring leaders at Tumfa Village, Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara…
Head of Civil Service clarifies approval of 40 percent peculiar allowance for federal civil servants
The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) says it has neither approved nor formally conveyed the approval of the allowance to the Joint National…
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…
Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo dies of kidney cancer at 40
Nollywood 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…
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…
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