The Federal Government has engaged a United States–based lobbying firm in a $9 million deal aimed at presenting Nigeria’s efforts to protect Christian communities to the US government.
Documents filed with the US Department of Justice show that the contract...
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved the immediate promotion of more than 2,000 employees of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA).
The promotions followed successful examinations conducted...
Nigeria’s effort to influence Washington’s perception of its internal security challenges has escalated into an intense lobbying contest, with the federal government far outspending Biafran secessionist groups as both sides seek to sway President Donald Trump over allegations of...
Popular gospel singer, Bunmi Akinnanu, best known for her hit song “Omije Ojumi,” has been confirmed dead.
Akinnanu’s family confirmed her demise on Wednesday, saying the singer passed away at a hospital in Lagos on Tuesday.
The singer’s death follows months...
An investigation based on official records and court filings, has uncovered how substantial Bauchi State Government funds were allegedly moved outside the banking system under the pretext of meeting the state’s “security obligations” between late 2023 and July 2024.
The...
The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has dismissed claims that its National Leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, endorsed an alleged plan by Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a statement issued late...
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo says the recent protest in Ekpoma was not organised by students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU) and ordered the release of the students.
This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s Chief Press...
The Nigerian stock market recorded a historic gain of N1.662 trillion at the close of trading on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, reflecting sustained bullish sentiment among investors.
This marked the 22nd consecutive bullish session.
The performance underscored renewed investor confidence in...
The Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Health Care Professionals (JOHESU) has insisted on continuing its nationwide strike, in spite of the Federal Government’s ‘no work, no pay’ policy.
The JOHESU National Secretary Martin Egbanubi, mad this known in...
Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates have agreed to eliminate tariffs on more than 13,500 products, marking a major milestone in bilateral trade relations between the two countries.
Under the new arrangement, Nigeria will remove tariffs on 6,243 goods imported...
