Illegal financial flows out of Nigeria worsening country’s revenue problem – IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has sounded the alarm on the growing incidence of illicit financial flows (IFFs) from Nigeria, warning that the phenomenon is intensifying the revenue shortfall the country already faces. At the ongoing 2025 Annual Meetings in Washington D.C., IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva reaffirmed the institution’s heightened focus on tracking these invisible flows, in […]

2026 World Cup Playoffs: Super Eagles’ Possible Opponents and Match Dates

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will have to exercise a bit more patience before discovering who they’ll face in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African playoffs. The final list of opponents will only be confirmed after the next FIFA rankings update, which will determine the official seedings for the playoffs. Nigeria’s national team earned their […]

2026 World Cup: 28 Nations Secure Qualification Slots [Full List and Details]

As the October international break concludes, the excitement around the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues to grow, with 28 nations already securing their places in the prestigious tournament. The next edition of the World Cup, which will take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is shaping up to be one of the most […]

Why M.I Abaga Chooses to Raise His Future Kids in Nigeria

Renowned Nigerian rapper and music executive M.I Abaga has opened up about his heartfelt decision to raise his future children in Nigeria, emphasizing the country’s deep-rooted sense of family values and community spirit. In a recent interview, the award-winning hip-hop artist highlighted that Nigeria provides a stronger support system for child upbringing than many Western […]

Phyna Involved in Heated Abuja Hotel Drama Over Alleged ₦200,000 Dispute

Nigerian reality TV star and former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) winner, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has reportedly been caught up in a heated confrontation at a luxury hotel in Abuja. The disagreement allegedly stemmed from a financial dispute involving the sum of ₦200,000. According to multiple eyewitness reports, the incident unfolded when […]

Governor Sule Approves Recruitment of 1,000 New Teachers Across Nasarawa State

Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has officially given his approval for the recruitment of 1,000 qualified teachers to serve in both primary and junior secondary schools across the state. This crucial development was disclosed by the Executive Chairman of the Nasarawa State Universal Basic Education Board (NSUBEB), Dr. Kassim Muhammad Kassim, following a strategic […]

Governor Mai Mala Buni Approves N5.8 Billion for Yobe State Retirees’ Gratuity Settlement

Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has officially approved the release of N5.8 billion for the payment of long-overdue gratuities to retired public servants in the state. The announcement was made in a statement issued by the Yobe State Commissioner for Finance, Mohammed Abatcha Geidam, who revealed that the approved funds are meant to clear […]

Nigeria Clinch Play-off Spot for 2026 World Cup After 4-0 Win Over Benin

In a commanding display on Tuesday evening, the Super Eagles of Nigeria sealed their place in the play-off round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026 African qualifiers following a dominant 4-0 victory against the Benin Republic national football team. The match took place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, and the win ensures Nigeria advances to the next phase of qualification. Early Strike […]

Family of slain husband condemns Tinubu pardon for Maryam Sanda: a reopening of pain

The family of the late Bilyaminu Ahmed Bello has publicly denounced the decision by Bola Ahmed Tinubu to pardon his widow, Maryam Sanda, who was convicted and sentenced to death for his murder. The family’s statement, released on Monday, characterises the pardon as a deeply hurtful act that re-opens wounds they had strived to heal. According to the family’s representative, […]

Dangote Refinery Supply Disruption Triggers New Petrol Price Hike Across Nigerian Filling Stations

A recent supply glitch at the Dangote Refinery has sparked a new wave of petrol price increases across various filling stations in Nigeria, affecting motorists and commuters nationwide. According to LMSINT MEDIA reports, several major fuel retailers — including NNPCL retail outlets, Ranoil, AA Rano, Mobil, and Sharon Oil — have adjusted their pump prices […]

Tinubu’s Pardon of 175 Convicts: Mercy, Justice & Public Outrage in Nigeria

Last week, President Bola Tinubu, invoking his constitutional prerogative of mercy, granted clemency to 175 Nigerians convicted on a spectrum of serious offences including drug trafficking, murder, armed robbery and illegal mining etc., who were serving sentences — some even the death penalty. The decision has sparked widespread public indignation. Critics argue that such expansive […]

Rhapsody of Realities October 14th 2025, THE COMFORT OF THE SCRIPTURES

Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope (Romans 15:4). God cared so much about us that He gave us the Holy Scriptures as a personal document so that through the comfort of the […]

Peter Obi Urges Federal and State Governments to Halt Demolition of Citizens’ Properties

Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Mr. Peter Obi, has openly criticized the continuous demolition of private properties by various government agencies across Nigeria. Obi expressed deep concern over the devastating effects such actions have on ordinary citizens, particularly those already battling economic hardship and insecurity. Speaking through a public statement, Peter […]