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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has put forward a substantial external borrowing plan totaling $24.14 billion, seeking approval from the National Assembly as part of Nigeria's 2024-2026 financial strategy.

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), under the leadership of Minister Nyesom Wike, has sealed the National Headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) located at Wadata Plaza in Wuse Zone 5, Abuja.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a directive requiring service providers to promptly inform consumers about major service outages through various media channels.

The Labour Party's presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has declared that the solution to Nigeria's challenges lies in the development of Northern Nigeria.

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration has revoked Harvard University's ability to enroll international students, affecting nearly 6,800 foreign students.

The governors of Nigeria's South-West states unveiled a comprehensive 262-page economic blueprint on Thursday, titled "Plan of Action for the Economic Development of the Region, Nigeria."

Nigeria became one of the leading sources of migration to the United Kingdom in 2024, with around 52,000 citizens relocating there, according to the latest figures from the UK Office for National Statistics.

The Kano Independent Research Center Trust (KIRCT) is set to begin conducting breast cancer diagnostic tests locally, marking a significant milestone in the fight against cancer in Nigeria.

The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has demanded the immediate unionization of its members at Mamuda Group, alleging widespread workers’ rights violations.

The Nigerian government has inaugurated a new board for the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria, AMCON.

The Senate has taken a decisive step toward criminalizing the harmful practice of ripening fruits with chemicals by sellers, describing it as a public health threat.

Civic-tech organization BudgIT has revealed significant budget padding in Nigeria's 2025 national budget by the Senate, uncovering the insertion of 11,122 projects valued at ₦6.93 trillion.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) will conduct additional mop-up exams for candidates who missed the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

Global leaders have pledged an additional $170 million to the World Health Organization (WHO) during a high-level event at the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva.

Worried by the renewed attacks by Boko Haram fighters in communities in the North-East, the Senate has called on the federal government to establish a military base in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State.

Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE has entered into an exclusive partnership with Premier Product Marketing LLC, a Vinmar company, to distribute Dangote polypropylene to global markets beyond Nigeria and Africa.

The Zamfara State Government has dismissed as false a viral claim that a young woman, identified as Zainab, is set to face trial in a Sharia court for converting from Islam to Christianity.

The South East Zonal Executive Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has re-nominated Sunday Udeh-Okoye, former National Youth Leader, as the party’s National Secretary.

Member States of the World Health Organization (WHO) have approved a 20 percent increase in membership fees, endorsing a $4.2 billion budget for 2026-2027.

A tragic incident unfolded Tuesday morning as armed militants ambushed and killed Mrs. Kangyang Benjamis, a 32-year-old breastfeeding mother, while she was traveling on a motorcycle near Riyom, Plateau State.

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has launched a manhunt after severe rainfall damaged the perimeter wall of the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Ilesa, Osun State.

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday returned to Abuja after attending the inauguration of the 267th Pontiff, Pope Leo XIV, in Rome, Italy.

The Federal Government has announced plans to sell the 753 housing units recovered from former Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele, as proceeds of crime.

The Kano State Censorship Board has declared that any event centre hosting events without renewing its operational license operates illegally.

The Nigerian government has urged capital market operators to enhance investor confidence and boost financial literacy in preparation for the new Investment and Securities Act 2025 and the Capital Market Master Plan 2030.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced plans to release the results of 379,000 candidates who took the rescheduled Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) on Wednesday.

The Obidient Movement has addressed recent speculations, confirming that Peter Obi, the Labour Party's standard-bearer in the 2023 general election, remains with the party and has not joined any coalition.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has assured the public, depositors, and stakeholders of the resilience, safety, and soundness of the Nigerian banking sector.

The Oyo State government has announced that the Ladoke Akintola International Airport in Alakia, Ibadan, is scheduled to begin international flight operations by June 2026.

A price battle is unfolding in Nigeria's oil sector as Dangote Petroleum Refinery strives to maintain stable petrol prices while independent marketers increase fuel imports, challenging domestic refining efforts.

Lagos State will begin full enforcement of the ban on Single Use Plastics (SUPs) from July 1.

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to providing quality and affordable healthcare across the state.

Pope Leo XIV delivered a powerful call for unity and peace, addressing an audience of thousands, including world leaders and pilgrims, at his inaugural Mass at the Vatican on Sunday.

Abeokuta's MKO Abiola Stadium buzzed with excitement as the 22nd National Sports Festival, known as the Gateway Games, officially opened with a colorful ceremony on Sunday.

South Africa celebrated a historic win, claiming their first-ever CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations title with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Morocco in the final on Sunday night at the June 30 Stadium in Cairo.

Former U.S. President Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, according to a statement from his office.

The Nigerian government is grappling with a significant financial burden, owing approximately N200 billion each month to electricity generation companies.

President Bola Tinubu has approved the issuance of essential licenses for the Kolmani Integrated Development Project, a significant oil exploration venture straddling Bauchi and Gombe states.

A Nigerian Federal High Court in Lagos has convicted 10 Thai sailors and their vessel, MV Chayanee Naree, for trafficking 32.9 kilograms of cocaine from Brazil to Nigeria.

A bill seeking to stop all government agencies from buying foreign-made cars has passed second reading on the floor of the Senate.

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has admitted to errors that significantly impacted students in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

The ongoing crisis within Nigeria's opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has escalated, as the South-East caucus is threatening to withdraw its support if the party does not honor its nomination of Sunday Udeh-Okoye as National Secretary.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a new online service to make it easier for Nigerians living abroad to send money back home.

President Bola Tinubu has sanctioned the establishment of a national forest guard system and the recruitment of over 130,000 armed operatives to secure Nigeria's 1,129 forest reserves.

The Kano State government says it is working to establish a commission for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), a move it says is in line with its commitment to disability inclusion following the Global Disability Summit.

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) branch of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has announced plans to sue the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) over the alleged massive failure recorded in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has distributed 140 operational vehicles to various security agencies and unveiled 50 new mass transit buses to improve public transportation across the state.

The Senate has confirmed five Resident Electoral Commissioner nominees for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

The Senate has commenced moves to pass the Federal Capital Territory 2025 budget of ₦1.78 trillion.

In Kano State’s rural communities, primary health care (PHC) centres operate for just eight hours or less daily due to severe shortages of nurses, medical equipment, and infrastructure.

For six years, businessman Michael Ezedike has stood alongside a thousand others in courtrooms, hoping for justice.

Persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Takai, Karaye, Gabasawa, and Minjibir Local Government Areas of Kano State have expressed the painful exclusion they face in the education sector.

In a historic moment for the Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the 267th pope, marking the first time an American will hold the papacy.

White smoke billowed from the chimney atop the Sistine Chapel on Thursday evening, signalling that the Catholic Church has elected a new pope. The momentous signal was met with jubilation and loud cheers from the thousands of faithful and onlookers gathered in St. Peter’s Square, many of whom had waited in anticipation through the day.

Bill Gates has unveiled his ambitious plan to distribute nearly all of his estimated $200 billion fortune through the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, aiming to tackle some of the world's most pressing issues.

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). 

A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has sentenced a Prophetess, Edina Loverly-Worleru and Onyema Bright-Worlu to life imprisonment. 

Commandant General of the Nigeria Defence Academy (NDA), Major-General Ibrahim Yusuf says efforts are in place to ensure the release of the abducted soldier during the attack on NDA last month. 

British Deputy High Commissioner (DHC) in Lagos, Ben Lewellyn-Jones, says Lagos loses about 3.9 billion dollars - that’s almost 2 trillion naira - every year in the economy as a result of flooding. 

The Chairman, Senate Committee on Army Senator Ali Ndume, has charged the security agencies to be ruthless with bandits terrorizing the country. 

Speaker of Nigeria's House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila has debunked reports that he likened IPOB, Yoruba Nation Agitators with Boko Haram and ISWAP.

Embattled National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Prince Uche Secondus is shocked at the decision of a court in Port Harcourt which affirmed his suspension in his ward.

As Nigeria’s Super Eagles get ready to play Liberia this weekend, 2013 FIFA U17 world cup winning team coach, Manu Garba has been speaking about one of his protégés who is on the fringes of breaking into the team.

Nigeria’s male basketball team, D’Tigers may have started their 2021 Afrobasket campaign on a winning note but former captain, Olumide Oyedeji believes it will be difficult for the country to win the ongoing competition in Kigali, Rwanda.

President Muhammadu Buhari is defiant despite the attack on the Nigerian Defence Academy insisting it will not “throw a dampener into the morale of our Armed Forces as it is intended to.”

Oil is Nigeria’s moneymaker, it has remained a major contributor to the financial strength the country attained through decades of boom and it has also led to failed earnings during difficult times. It’s believed that the management process of administration of petroleum products had given way to many tunnels of corruption and exploration since its inception.

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