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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commenced a 10-day working vacation, the Presidency announced on Thursday.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Thursday as Israel pushes ahead with its planned offensive on Gaza City, despite growing calls for a ceasefire.

The Police Command in Enugu State has confirmed that 10 lives were lost in two separate fatal accidents along the Ozalla/Four-Corner Enugu axis of the Enugu-Port-Harcourt Expressway.

The Presidency has announced that Nigeria is experiencing unprecedented growth in non-oil revenues, driven by reforms targeting fiscal stability, compliance, and digital tax administration.  

Change is quietly happening in Rano Local Government Area of Kano State. 

When a young mother in Ahoada discovered she was HIV-positive shortly after giving birth, her life changed drastically. Soon after, her baby also tested positive.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has established an Incident Desk to assist passengers affected by the Abuja-Kaduna train derailment of August 26, 2025. 

Lagos State will welcome the continent’s first E1 Electric Powerboat Championship from October 3 to 5 on the waters of Victoria Island.

The fifth annual August meeting of the Mbada Women Association of Wazobia FM, Onitsha, was held on Sunday, with a call on women to always play their role in societal development.

The federal government has declared Friday, September 5 public holiday to commemorate the celebration of Eid-ul-Mawlid.

The Kano State Police Command arrested 107 suspects and recovered 473 dangerous weapons during the “Operation Kukan Kura” in August 2025. 

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the recall of Salihu Dembos as Director-General of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), reversing a recent reshuffle in the agency's management.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced the appointment of two senior executives to strengthen its corporate communication and stakeholder engagement.

Tuesday evening was a moment of disappointment for customers of the popular Boulevard Park in Maitama as the officials of the FCT Administration stormed the park to commence demolition, while customers who had barely settled down to unwind watched helplessly.

The FCT Administration has slammed a N5 million fine on developers who illegally converted residential plots in busy neighbourhoods of Abuja to commercial use.

President Bola Tinubu has announced that Nigeria has already met its 2025 revenue target as of August, effectively ending the country's reliance on borrowing to fund its budget.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog is due at the Vatican on Thursday for talks with Pope Leo, who has intensified calls for an end to the war in Gaza.

The Lagos State Government says the second phase of repair works on the Ogudu–Ifako Bridge, inbound the Island, will resume on Wednesday, September 3rd.

The federal government has renewed its call on state governments to phase out the use of wooden boats across the country’s waterways, warning that they are unsafe, outdated, and a major contributor to recurring boat accidents.

FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has advised former President Goodluck Jonathan against joining the 2027 presidential race, insisting that the ex-president should continue enjoying his role as a statesman.

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has given the federal government a 10-day ultimatum, threatening a nationwide strike if their welfare demands are not met.

Nigerian track and field star Favour Ofili has officially announced she will now be representing Turkey in international competitions.

The People's Democratic Party (PDP) has officially rejected the results of Saturday's local government elections in Rivers State, claiming the process was marred by widespread irregularities and rigging.

The political feud between the Kaduna State government and former governor Nasir El-Rufai has escalated, with the state government issuing a "final warning" to its predecessor.

The Minister of Transportation, Said Alkali, says the damaged portions of the Abuja – Kaduna tracks will be fixed within the next 10 days.

An overwhelming majority of members of the International Association of Genocide Scholars (IAGS) have endorsed a resolution stating that Israel's military operations in Gaza meet the legal definition of genocide under international law.

The Päijät-Häme District Court in Finland has sentenced Nigerian-born Finnish citizen, Simon Ekpa, to six years in prison for terrorism-related offences and other crimes.

​​​​​​​A powerful earthquake and a series of aftershocks have killed more than 800 people and injured over 1,500 in eastern Afghanistan, according to the Taliban’s interior ministry.

Liverpool have agreed to a British record £125m fee to sign striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United, according to BBC Sport.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has released a three-day weather outlook, predicting widespread thunderstorms and rainfall across the country from Monday to Wednesday.

The Minister of Transportation, Saidu Alkali, has refuted claims of sabotage in the recent derailment of the Abuja-Kaduna train.

​​​​​​​Abu Obeida, spokesman for Hamas’s armed wing, has been killed in an Israeli airstrike on Gaza City, according to a statement from Israel’s Defence Minister, Israel Katz.

Sunday’s Premier League action delivered a series of dramatic results, with defending champions Liverpool securing a monumental victory over rivals Arsenal, while Manchester City's early-season struggles deepened with a shock defeat.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has secured a landslide victory in the 2025 Rivers State Local Government Elections.

It was a dramatic day of football on Saturday, with last-gasp goals and surprising results across the English Premier League.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 75-year-old man, Uchelue Ikechukwu, alongside several other suspects, in a nationwide crackdown on drug cartels that led to the seizure of huge consignments of illicit substances and cash across 10 states.

​​​​​​​Ramzy Abu Ibrahim, Head of the Palestinian Community in Nigeria, has been arrested by operatives of the Anti-Terrorism Squad in Abuja, according to Sahara Reporters.

The U.S. is denying and revoking visas from members of the Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO) and the Palestinian Authority (PA) ahead of the upcoming United Nations General Assembly.

As Rivers people finally head to the polls on Saturday, the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) says it has put measures in place to ensure that every vote counts.

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) says it has observed with keen interest the growing speculations surrounding the possible return of former President Goodluck Jonathan to the 2027 presidential race.

 The Federal Government says no fewer than 396,000 students have benefitted from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) tuition loans under President Bola Tinubu’s Administration.

Reactions have continued to trail the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) over its recent upward review of passport application fees, with grassroots footballers warning that the increase could shatter their dreams of pursuing careers outside the country.

Ahead of the resumption of the first term of the 2025/2026 academic session, the Anambra State Government has banned the practice of writing assignments inside textbooks, describing it as wasteful and unsustainable.

The African Music Awards (AFRIMA) has officially unveiled the nominees list for its 2025 edition, with Nigerian superstars Burna Boy and Davido leading the pack alongside Morocco's El Grande Toto and South Africa's DJ Maphorisa.

The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in partnership with the African Union Commission (AUC) has released the official nominees list for its 2025 edition, showcasing a diverse range of artists from across the continent and the diaspora.

​​​​​​​Top seeds continued their dominance on Day 5 of the US Open, with Jannik Sinner, Iga Swiatek, Naomi Osaka, and Alexander Zverev booking their places in the third round.

The UK government has barred Israeli officials from attending the Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) arms fair in London next month, citing concerns over Israel’s escalating military campaign in Gaza.

Turkish giants Fenerbahçe have sacked Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho, just two days after their Champions League playoff elimination at the hands of Benfica.

Over 700 beneficiaries under the education scholarship initiative of the IG Aguowo Health and Education Foundation, IGHAHAF, on Tuesday, underwent a summit targeted at encouraging them in their academic pursuit and instilling in them the moral rectitude to live an accomplished life.

FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has charged members of the Technical Committee of the G-7 States to come up with the most adaptable strategies in combating cross-border crime and criminality.

The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has issued a 21-day ultimatum to the federal government to address several long-standing issues affecting polytechnic education in Nigeria.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is exploring the possibility of fielding either former President Goodluck Jonathan or former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election.

The U.S. government has announced plans to introduce a new fixed-term visa policy for international students and journalists, sparking significant concerns.

The National Economic Council (NEC) has officially endorsed the Renewed Hope Development Plan (2026-2030), a five-year strategy designed to accelerate Nigeria's path towards achieving a $1 trillion economy by 2030.

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Lagos State Chapter,  is demanding N150, 000 minimum wage for Lagos State workers following increase in mimimum wage by Imo and Ebonyi Governments.

The Natonal Leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso, has maintained that he has no plans to defect to another political party.

The second season of the new UEFA Champions League format is set to kick off after a thrilling draw in Monaco on Thursday.

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has called on Nigerians to take responsibility for maintaining and protecting government facilities within their communities.

The United Nations has raised alarm that famine is now a grim reality in parts of Gaza, with children increasingly dying of hunger as Israel’s siege and airstrikes block vital aid supplies.

The Federal Government has announced a significant increase in Nigerian passport application fees, effective September 1, 2025.

Determined to help address accommodation shortage, the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, have built and donated 30housing units of one bedroom flat to officers and soldiers of the 131 amphibious battalion Agbor.

Kano State Government has urged the Ophthalmological Society of Nigeria (OSN) to prioritise preventive measures against cataracts, describing the condition as one of the leading but avoidable causes of blindness in the country.

The Federal Government has moved to avert a repeat of Tuesday’s train derailment along the Abuja–Kaduna rail corridor, as the Minister of Transportation, Senator Sa'id Alkali has constituted a stakeholders committee to investigate the incident and recommend lasting safety measures.

The former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has threatened to sue Deji Adeyanju, a political activist and convener of the Concerned Nigerians group.

​​​​​​​Pope Leo XIV demanded on Wednesday that Israel stop the “collective punishment” and forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza as he pleaded for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in the besieged territory amid preparations by Israel for a new military offensive.

The Police Command in Lagos State has declared a suspected land-grabber (name withheld) wanted in connection with the killing of three persons in Owode Onirin area of the state.

The Police Command in Lagos State has detained a man for allegedly stabbing another man to death at the Balogun market in the Lagos Island area of the state.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) says its presidential ticket for the 2027 general election is open to all qualified aspirants despite massive endorsement already gotten by President Bola Tinubu.

The Emir of Rano, Alhaji Muhammad Isa Umar, is championing a quiet but significant change in his emirate.

A senior government official in Equatorial Guinea has been sentenced to eight years in prison for embezzlement after a high-profile scandal that also exposed him in a series of leaked sex tapes.

None of the five Southeast governors was present when stakeholders converged on Awka last Thursday to discuss and find solutions to the shrinking civic space in the region.

The Palestinian group Hamas has denied that any of the 21 people killed during an Israeli airstrike on Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza were its fighters.

A three-day validation forum in Anambra State has ended with a call on election stakeholders to be alive to their responsibilities toward conducting a peaceful 2025 governorship election.

North West University Kano lecturers resume classes today as exams continue following a brief suspension caused by protests over unmet promises by the Federal and Kano State governments.

A grieving couple in California, United States, has dragged OpenAI, the creators of ChatGPT, to court, alleging that the popular artificial intelligence chatbot played a role in their teenage son's tragic death.

Imo State governor, Hope Uzodimma, has approved a new minimum wage of N104,000 for civil servants in the state, a significant increase from the previous N76,000.

Oba Joseph Olugbenga Oloyede, the Apetu of Ipetumodu, Osun State, has been sentenced to 56 months (nearly four years and eight months) in prison by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio after pleading guilty to orchestrating a multimillion-dollar COVID-19 relief fraud scheme.     

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has emphasized the vital role of record keeping and data management in improving the Nigerian Army’s operational efficiency.

The Nigeria Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has opened an investigation into the Abuja-Kaduna train derailment that occurred in Kaduna on Tuesday, sparking panic among passengers.

President Bola Tinubu has approved a 6-month temporary ban on the export of raw sheanuts to curb informal trade, boost local processing, protect and grow Nigeria’s shea industry.

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has commenced an investigation into the derailment of a Kaduna-bound train, which occurred at about 11:09 a.m. on Tuesday between Kubwa and Asham stations in the Federal Capital Territory.

The Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU-NAU) protested on Tuesday over what it called the Nigerian government’s insensitivity to its members' plights and the poor condition of public universities in the country.

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has launched its first Integrated Service Charter, a landmark move designed to enhance transparency, accountability, and service excellence in the country’s aviation sector.

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Northwest University, Kano, has staged a peaceful protest over the federal government’s failure to fulfil several long-standing promises.

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has announced it is prepared to embark on a nationwide strike, which a union leader described as the "mother of all strikes," if the federal government fails to implement the demands from their 2009 agreement.

Nigerian carrier Air Peace is set to launch a new direct flight route from Lagos to São Paulo, Brazil, following the signing of a Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) between the two nations.

Brazilian state-owned oil and gas giant Petrobras is poised to make a significant return to Nigeria, five years after ceasing its joint venture operations in the West African nation.

A passenger train on the popular Abuja-Kaduna rail line derailed on Tuesday morning, leaving several carriages overturned and sparking widespread panic among those on board.

In a match that defied belief, a 16-year-old Liverpool debutant, Rio Ngumoha, scored a sensational 100th-minute winner to secure a dramatic 3-2 victory over 10-man Newcastle United at St. James' Park.

African Journalists Against Genocide (AJAG) has condemned Israel’s “systematic targeting” of Palestinian journalists, following the killing of six reporters in Gaza on Monday.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that over 1.37 million Nigerians completed their online pre-registration for the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise within the first week of its launch.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced that its presidential ticket for the 2027 general elections has been zoned to the southern part of the country.

The Ophthalmological Society of Nigeria (OSN) has expressed deep concerns over the rising number of cataract patients in Kano State, warning that the condition is causing avoidable blindness among residents.

The Kano State Government says it did not divert 6.5 billion naira from the state’s treasury.

The Federal Republic of Nigeria on Monday signed a Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) with the Federative Republic of Brazil, paving the way for direct flights between both countries.

The World Health Organisation (WHO)has renewed its call for a ceasefire in Gaza following two deadly Israeli air strikes on the Nasser Hospital in the southern Strip on Monday.

The FCT Ministerial Taskforce on City Sanitation, on Monday, removed over 1,000 illegal squatter settlements in the Karsana- Bunkuro District Road corridor as part of its ongoing effort to restore order and enhance security in the capital city.

The closure of the boarding section of Government Secondary School Rimi in Kano State has left thousands of students stranded and futures uncertain.

An Israeli airstrike on Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza has killed at least 20 people, including five journalists, according to local authorities.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 55-year-old drug kingpin, Mohammed Ali Abubakar, also known as Bello Karama, along with five members of his syndicate at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA), Kano.

The United States Mission in Nigeria has defended its new visa policy requiring Nigerian applicants to disclose all social media usernames and handles used in the past five years.

​​​​​​​The President of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Julius Malema, has renewed calls for a politically and economically unified Africa, urging the continent to embrace one president, one currency, one parliament, and a single military command.

Julius Malema, the leader of South Africa's Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has hailed Nigeria's pivotal role in his country's fight against apartheid. 

The Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) has announced a series of new appointments aimed at overhauling its secretariat and improving its operations.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather forecast for the week, predicting three consecutive days of thunderstorms and rain across the country from Monday to Wednesday.

The Benue State House of Assembly has elected Alfred Berger (APC/Makurdi North) as its new speaker, following the resignation of Hyacinth Dajoh.

The 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season has officially kicked off, delivering a first week filled with dramatic upsets, hard-fought victories, and a clear signal of fierce competition ahead.

Match Day 2 of the Premier League delivered a series of surprises and commanding performances, with Tottenham Hotspur securing a statement win and Arsenal firing on all cylinders.

Nigeria’s official entry for the 2025 Oscars, Mai Martaba, has secured four nominations at the prestigious Septimius Awards in Amsterdam, one of Europe’s leading platforms celebrating diverse voices and global cinema.

A coalition of concerned Nigerian leaders has issued a joint statement warning about insecurity that they say has reached "wartime levels" of violence.

Chelsea bounced back from their opening-day draw in emphatic fashion, dismantling West Ham United with a dominant 5-1 victory on Friday night at the London Stadium.

The United Nations has officially declared a famine in Gaza, the first in the Middle East, warning that over half a million people are enduring “catastrophic” hunger after nearly two years of relentless conflict.

​​​​​​​A coalition of African journalists has condemned what it describes as Israel’s “intentional and deliberate targeting” of Palestinian journalists in Gaza, urging the international community to impose accountability measures similar to those once used against apartheid South Africa.

Three young debaters have booked their spots in the semifinals of the Nigeria Info I Beg to Differ national debate tournament.

Speaking after the game, Nigeria’s head coach was candid about the team’s performance: “We started well, but...

NNPC Limited has launched a new business model aimed at boosting value creation, efficiency, and competitiveness in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate in last Saturday’s Anambra South Senatorial by-election, Donald Chidi Amamgbo, has accused Governor Chukwuma Soludo and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of conspiring to disenfranchise voters.

The wife of the Anambra State governor, Dr. Nonye Soludo, has expressed deep concerns over the brutal assault of a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Jennifer Elohor, by operatives of the state’s vigilante group, Agunechemba.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has condemned and rejected new sanctions imposed by the United States on four of its personnel.

FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has commissioned the newly rehabilitated ₦50 billion Phase II Water Treatment Plant at the Lower Usuma Dam in Ushafa, Bwari Area Council.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has condemned the assault of Jennifer Elobor, a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member serving in Anambra State, calling for the immediate prosecution of the vigilante operatives involved.

The All Progressives Congress Working Committee in Ogun has affirmed the suspension of  Sen. Gbenga Daniel and  Kunle Folarin, by their respective wards for alleged anti-party activities.

The University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH) has successfully performed its second living-donor kidney transplant, marking a major medical milestone for the federal institution.

The centuries-old rivalry between the Ooni of Ife and the Alaafin of Oyo, the two most prominent monarchs in Yorubaland, has been reignited, escalating into a fresh conflict over the recent conferment of the "Okanlomo of Yorubaland" chieftaincy title.

The opening weekend of the 2025/26 Premier League season delivered mixed performances from the league’s latest arrivals.

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has launched a new digital platform to help attract investors and close the country's huge infrastructure funding gap.

The Board of Trustees of the Northern Christian Religious Leaders Assembly, Nigeria (NOCRELA) has announced the appointment of Prof. Suleiman Bogoro as its Grand Patron, and Pauline Tallen as the Grand Matron.

The Anambra State chapter of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has congratulated Emma Nwachukwu and Mimi Ifeoma Azikiwe, the winners of Saturday’s by-elections in Anambra South Senatorial Zone and Onitsha North Constituency I, respectively.

Residents of Anambra State have expressed outrage following a video that surfaced online, showing the state vigilante outfit, Udo Gachi, assaulting a lady in Oba town.

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has directed that all mobile phones and electronic devices must be switched off during aircraft take-off and landing, ending the use of the “flight mode” option in Nigeria.

The FCT Administration has clamped down on over 700 vehicles with tinted glass without permits, fake number plates, and other traffic violations.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced new regulatory measures aimed at improving telecom service quality through increased transparency and public information sharing. 

When 32-year-old Mohammad Tukur Adamu left for work at Fas Agro Sacks Company in Sharada Ja’in Quarters, Kano, his family expected him home later that evening.

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has concluded a nationwide specialized training program for 192 officers aimed at enhancing their cybercrime-fighting capabilities.

Operatives of the Nigerian Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) have arrested three suspects in Abuja and Lagos for cyberstalking, identity theft, and online fraud.

The Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, says claims online about Carter and Third Mainland Bridges are misleading.

The Independent National Electoral Commission says over 69,000 Nigerians completed online pre-registration within the first seven hours of its Continuous Voter Registration, which commenced on Monday, August 18.

Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims that the Minister awarded N5 billion in contracts.

 President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Tokyo, Japan, to attend the ninth edition of the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9).

The United States government has introduced a new requirement for all visa applicants, mandating the disclosure of their social media activity for the past five years.

A fire outbreak at a Plaza in Garki II in the early hours of Monday has destroyed goods worth millions of naira after burning down two shops stocked with electronics and stationery items.

Operatives of the FCT Police Command have arrested two suspects involved in the vandalism of solar poles and lights in Abuja.

Rescue workers are searching for more than 40 passengers after a boat capsized in Sokoto State on Sunday morning.

The opening weekend of the English Premier League concluded on Sunday with a trio of matches that produced a mix of drama and defensive solidity.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has thanked Nigerians for their decisive support which resulted in the massive triumph of its candidates in Saturday’s legislative by-elections conducted across 12  states of the Federation.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan says the Hilltop residence of former Military President, Retired Gen. Ibrahim Babangida, has remained a Mecca of sort to Nigerians because of his leadership qualities.

The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Unit (Task Force) says it has impounded 668 commercial motorcycles, popularly known as ‘okada’, in one week.

Nigeria and Brazil are set to sign a Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) to establish direct flights between the two countries.

Manchester City stormed to the top of the English Premier League table on Saturday with a dominant victory over Wolves.

The Federal Government has clarified that it has not yet awarded a contract for the reconstruction of the 3rd Mainland Bridge, despite media reports referencing a N3.6 trillion cost estimate. 

The Lagos State Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) has transported 2.5 million passengers over the last five years, according to the company’s managing director, Abdoulbaq Balogun. 

By-elections held across several Nigerian states on Saturday produced a mix of clear victories and deeply contested outcomes, marked by allegations of voter intimidation and electoral malpractice.

Security forces have captured two top leaders of the Ansaru terrorist group, according to an announcement by National Security Adviser Malam Nuhu Ribadu.

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin ended a high-profile meeting in Alaska on Friday without securing a ceasefire in the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Premier League defending champions Liverpool secured a dramatic 4-2 victory over AFC Bournemouth in a season opener charged with emotion and controversy.

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has appointed a Chinese national, Li Zhensheng, as Economic Adviser to the state government.

Military checkpoints have resurfaced in some major roads connecting the Abuja city centre to its suburbs over fear of impending protest by members of the proscribed Islamic Movement in Nigeria otherwise known as Shite.

Nigeria Info has renewed its exclusive radio broadcast rights to deliver live Premier League commentary directly from talkSPORT in the UK, ensuring fans across the country stay connected to every goal, tackle, and dramatic twist of the season.

Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization, (WTO,), says President Bola Tinubu deserves credit for stabilising Nigeria’s economy through bold reforms.

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Nigeria’s embassy in Bangui, has evacuated 11 stranded Nigerian miners from the Central African Republic (CAR).

Pope Leo has expressed profound sorrow and solidarity with the victims and the families of about 200 people killed in a tragic massacre in Benue State.

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has been at the forefront of this undemocratic practice

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With almost everything set for the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations between host country Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria, the Confederation of Africa Football CAF has vowed to address issues of possible threats and harassment from home fans towards Nigerian fans.

On July 17, 2023, Russia decided to pull out of the Black Sea grain deal. The deal would have allowed Ukraine to continue exporting grains through the Black Sea

Reactions and condolence messages have continued to pour in for Lagos based lawyer, Bolanle Raheem who was shot dead on Christmas Day by an operative of Ajiwe Police Station in Ajah.

The Premier League and English Football League have postponed this weekend’s round of fixtures following the Queen’s death on Thursday.

The Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi has announced Senator Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed as his running mate. 

The member representing Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola/Iwajola Federal Constituency, (Oyo State) at the House of Representatives, Shina Peller has announced his exit from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). 

The Delta State Commissioner for Information, Charles Aniagwu has praised the emergence of Governor Ifeanyi Okowa as the vice-presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP).

The Nigerian Police Force (NPF) has found Safiyanu Ameerah (Amira) the lady whose tweet of being abducted went viral Tuesday.

Over eighty AC technicians were trained in two-day intensive sessions by Gree Air Conditioning Company, which focused on different installation techniques and common mistakes that cause AC damage and fires. 

The presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar has chosen Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa as his running mate.

The Federal Capital Territory Minister, Muhammad Bello, on Tuesday swore in the six newly elected area council chairmen and their deputies in compliance with a court order. 

Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja has sentenced two drug traffickers, Chibunna Patrick and Emeka Ezenwane to six years imprisonment.

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has assured protesting indigenous youths of Abuja that it will inaugurate the chairmen-elect of six area councils on Tuesday, 14 June at 10 am. 

Staff of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) on Friday afternoon regretted coming to work as protesting Abuja indigenes invaded the FCTA Secretariat premises and ground all activities. 

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi is calling on the Independence National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure a smooth process of registering Nigerians ahead of the 2023 general election.

A presidential aspirant and the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu has donated N75 million to support victims of the Owo church massacre.

Nigerians are reacting to the statement by the National Leader of the All Progressive Congress, Bola Ahmed saying he deserves to be Nigeria’s President in 2023.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Screening Committee has screened out 10 of the 23 aspirants seeking the party’s presidential ticket.

A group known as "Jonathan Support Group" on Fridaya besieged the national secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) demanding the adoption of former President Goodluck Jonathan as the concensus candidate of the party.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation has announced a shift in the date of the resumption of the Abuja-Kaduna Train Service which was earlier fixed for Monday, 23 May.

The FCT Minister, Mohammad Bello has ordered the indefinite closure of Dei-Dei International Market, Abuja following Wednesday’s destruction of the market by thugs.

President Muhammadu Buhari has directed all members of the Federal Cabinet as well as all appointees vying for elective offices in 2023, to resign from office.

A fire has destroyed the office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

Vice-President of Nigeria, Prof Yemi Osibajo has commended Physicians in Diaspora for contributing ‘’very considerably to healthcare in Nigeria.’’

Tesla CEO, Elon Musk has made an offer to buy Twitter for the sum of $54.20 per share in cash. 

7:15 am on Thursday, a lady identified as Toyosi put out a disturbing tweet that she was being kidnapped and raped. She also added an address of her location and a number to call.

The minister of transportation, Rotimi Amaechi has directed the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) to hand over tickets and passengers’ identification to Secure ID, the company in charge of the e-ticketing platform for the Abuja-Kaduna rail service.

As the political plot thickens ahead of the 2023 general elections in Nigeria, there are strong indications that many state governors whose tenure expires next year may aspire to be in the Senate. 

Last week, I started this piece talking about the three individuals who I think are best placed, to be the closest thing to what Nigeria needs as president, come 2023. 

The former Registrar of the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Adedibu Ojerinde wants the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission to grant him soft landing over an alleged N5bn fraud.

It’s that season when politicians battle for positions. And the fight for Nigeria’s highest office will be an interesting watch. In this piece, our Head of News, Ufuoma Egbamuno takes a critical look at some of the candidates he believes are the country’s best options.

President Muhammadu Buhari has formally unveiled the National Development Plan 2021-2025.

The Senate has passed the 2022 Appropriation bill of N17.126 trillion. The figure is N735 billion higher than the N16.391 trillion presented to the National Assembly by President Muhammadu Buhari.

United' Nations International Children Education Fund (UNICEF) has joined civil society groups in reminding the federal government of Nigeria not to forget its promise of creating enabling environment for persons living with disability. 

Family of a medical doctor, Morenikeji Oluwaniyi, who was killed by a four-man gang in Abule Egba area of Lagos State, is seeking speedy justice into the matter.

The lawmaker representing Oyigbo/Tai/Eleme at the House of Representatives, Chisom Dike is giving reasons why he left the ruling Peoples Democratic PARTY (PDP) to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).