Motorists and businesses across Nigeria are facing another increase in the cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, following fresh price adjustments by refiners, depot operators, marketers, and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited. The latest increase has pushed petrol prices in several parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and […]
The Abia State Government has announced a tougher approach to combating kidnapping and other violent crimes, with Governor Alex Otti warning that uncompleted buildings found to be used as criminal hideouts will face demolition. Speaking during his monthly media briefing on Thursday, the governor said the administration has intensified security surveillance across the state, particularly […]
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Nigeria’s leading civic technology and public finance advocacy group, BudgIt Foundation, has called on the Federal Government to strengthen transparency by making key public finance data readily accessible, arguing that public confidence can only be restored through verifiable records rather than official statements. The call comes amid growing public debate surrounding the Presidential Foreign Intervention […]
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Akwete, Abia State — Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has renewed calls for greater public support for locally produced textiles, saying increased patronage of indigenous fabrics could stimulate industrial growth, expand employment opportunities, and strengthen the country’s manufacturing sector. Speaking during a visit to the renowned Akwete weaving community in Abia State on Tuesday, […]
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The Edo State Government has suspended two senior officials connected to the state’s livestock sector, signaling what appears to be an administrative review of the implementation of a major livestock development programme. Governor Monday Okpebholo approved the suspension of the Commissioner for Livestock Development, Prof. Omorodion Ignatius Ikponmwosa, alongside the Edo State Project Coordinator of […]
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on African leaders to adopt a unified stance against recurring attacks on Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa, arguing that collective silence could embolden xenophobia across the continent. The appeal was delivered on his behalf by Vice President Kashim Shettima during the 69th Ordinary Session of the […]
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Sowore Reacts as Spain Lifts Second FIFA World Cup Title African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has used Spain’s triumph at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a political metaphor, declaring that the result reflects the confidence he has in defeating President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election. The former presidential […]
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Nigeria is entering a defining era of urban transformation as millions of people continue to move into cities in search of employment, education and better living standards. While urban growth presents enormous economic opportunities, it is also placing increasing pressure on housing, transportation, public safety and essential infrastructure. Urban planners and development experts believe the […]
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Nigeria’s Economic Policies Should Be Measured by Citizens’ Well-Being, Emir Says The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has called on Nigerian policymakers to place the welfare of citizens at the centre of national economic decision-making, stressing that the success of any policy should be determined by its ability to reduce poverty and improve living […]
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A legal dispute has emerged over the return of Silas Agara to lead Nigeria’s National Directorate of Employment (NDE), with a rights lawyer calling on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to publicly explain the legal basis for the development. Barrister Danladi Azizi, a legal practitioner and human rights advocate, said the circumstances surrounding Agara’s return to […]
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The legal representatives of Nigeria’s Minister of Works, David Umahi, have formally requested the Ebonyi State Police Command to ensure that an autopsy is carried out on the late Mary Habila before her body is released for burial, as authorities continue investigating the circumstances surrounding her death. The request, contained in a petition submitted to […]
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Nigeria’s Muslim community will begin the Islamic month of Safar 1448AH on Thursday, July 16, 2026, following an official declaration by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, after no verified sighting of the new crescent moon was recorded across the country. The announcement provides the official Hijri calendar guidance used by many […]
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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Akwa Ibom State has strongly denied allegations circulating online accusing its leadership of financial misconduct, economic sabotage, staff victimisation and poor collaboration with other security agencies. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the command described the allegations as baseless and misleading, insisting that the claims do […]
