Russia says war could backfire by spurring Iran and Arab nations to seek nuclear weapons
Russia warned on Tuesday that the war launched by the U.S. and Israel against Iran could result in the very outcome they were seeking to prevent, by spurring both Iran and its Arab neighbours to seek to acquire nuclear weapons. Read more…
Rivers Assembly invites nine Fubara commissioner nominees for screening
The Rivers State House of Assembly has invited nine commissioner nominees submitted by Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara for screening to become members of his cabinet. The nominations follow the dissolution of the previous cabinet after a peace agreement in February Read more…
Medical council suspends three doctors over death of Adichie’s son, full probe to follow
The panel also found professional misconduct on the part of 10 other practitioners from Atlantis Paediatric Hospital. The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has suspended three doctors for for alleged medical negligence and professional misconduct in the death Read more…
FAAC records contradict Eno, show Akwa Ibom received N119.82bn derivation funds in four months
Mr Eno had, during a prayer meeting on Sunday, 1 March, at Government House, Uyo, stated that the state had stopped receiving the oil derivation revenue since September 2025. Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) records published by the Office of Read more…
BREAKING: Tinubu Nominates Oyedele As Minister Of State For Finance
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Taiwo Oyedele as the minister of state for finance, replacing Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite. Uzoka-Anite will now move to the Ministry of Budget and National Planning, as the Minister of State, her third portfolio in Read more…
Petrol hits N937/litre in Lagos, N975 in Abuja as Middle East crisis takes toll
Nigeria’s fragile fuel market has come under renewed strain as escalating tensions in the Middle East ripple through global oil markets, driving crude prices above $80 per barrel and pushing domestic petrol prices to the brink of N1,000 per litre. From Read more…
2027: Ukachukwu urges APC stakeholders to invest in party
Governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the November 8, 2025 gubernatorial election in Anambra State, Nicholas Ukachukwu, has urged members of the party to work for its growth in the state. Ukachukwu told members and stakeholders of the Read more…
SOS: One killed, Others in Critical Condition over Alleged Noise Pollution from Hospitality Centers at Oba Estate
By Chukwudi Ebele Two Hospitality and Entertainment facilities situated at the Jesus Estate Oba in Idemili South Local Government Area Anambra State have been accused of allegedly contributing to the death of Late Bonaventure Obunadike and the debilitating health conditions Read more…
Iranian drones buzz across the Persian Gulf after their pivotal use by Russia in Ukraine
The distinctive buzz of Iranian-designed drones has become a familiar sound in Ukraine over the past four years. Now, it’s increasingly heard across the Persian Gulf as Tehran strikes back with the cheap but effective weapons following the attack by the Read more…
Petrol may hit N1,000/litre as Dangote hikes price
The price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) at retail pump stations may soon rise to between N980 and over N1,000 per litre, depending on location nationwide, following a fresh increase in the gantry price by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, The Read more…
2027: I’m Backing Tinubu For 2nd Term, Wike Declares, Knocks Party’s Crisis
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has thrown his weight behind President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, declaring that he would pitch his tent with the President for a second term in office. Wike, a chieftain Read more…
What El-Rufai told ICPC in custody
Mr Elrufai used more than half of the statements to tell the ICPC about his life and background –where he was born, the schools he attended and the jobs he has taken up in the last 26 years. The former Read more…
Rivers Assembly invites nine Fubara commissioner nominees for screening
The Rivers State House of Assembly has invited nine commissioner nominees submitted by Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara for screening to become members of his cabinet. The nominations follow the dissolution of the previous cabinet after a peace agreement in February Read more…
2027: Ukachukwu urges APC stakeholders to invest in party
Governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the November 8, 2025 gubernatorial election in Anambra State, Nicholas Ukachukwu, has urged members of the party to work for its growth in the state. Ukachukwu told members and stakeholders of the Read more…
2027: I’m Backing Tinubu For 2nd Term, Wike Declares, Knocks Party’s Crisis
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has thrown his weight behind President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, declaring that he would pitch his tent with the President for a second term in office. Wike, a chieftain Read more…
What El-Rufai told ICPC in custody
Mr Elrufai used more than half of the statements to tell the ICPC about his life and background –where he was born, the schools he attended and the jobs he has taken up in the last 26 years. The former Read more…
JUST IN: Senegal beat Morocco, clinch 2025 AFCON trophy
The Teranga Lions of Senegal have won the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a lone-goal victory over hosts Morocco. Pape Gueye scored in the fourth minute of extra time to secure victory for Senegal at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Read more…
Peter Obi hails Super Eagles’ AFCON third-place finish
Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi has congratulated the Super Eagles on their third-place finish at the Africa Cup of Nations, praising the team’s resilience and fighting spirit throughout the tournament. Nigeria secured the bronze medal Read more…
On Course! Eagles thrash Mambas to book q’final slot
Nigeria booked a comfortable place in the quarter-finals with a commanding 4–0 victory over Mozambique at the Fez Stadium, producing one of their most convincing performances of the tournament. The Super Eagles took control early and were rewarded in the 20th Read more…
AFCON 2025: Nigeria beat Uganda 3-1 to finish group stage unbeaten
Nigeria maintained their perfect record at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a 3-1 victory over Uganda in their final Group C match at the Fez Stadium in Morocco on Tuesday. Paul Onuachu opened the scoring in the 28th Read more…
FAAC records contradict Eno, show Akwa Ibom received N119.82bn derivation funds in four months
Mr Eno had, during a prayer meeting on Sunday, 1 March, at Government House, Uyo, stated that the state had stopped receiving the oil derivation revenue since September 2025. Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) records published by the Office of Read more…
BREAKING: Tinubu Nominates Oyedele As Minister Of State For Finance
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Taiwo Oyedele as the minister of state for finance, replacing Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite. Uzoka-Anite will now move to the Ministry of Budget and National Planning, as the Minister of State, her third portfolio in Read more…
Petrol hits N937/litre in Lagos, N975 in Abuja as Middle East crisis takes toll
Nigeria’s fragile fuel market has come under renewed strain as escalating tensions in the Middle East ripple through global oil markets, driving crude prices above $80 per barrel and pushing domestic petrol prices to the brink of N1,000 per litre. From Read more…
SOS: One killed, Others in Critical Condition over Alleged Noise Pollution from Hospitality Centers at Oba Estate
By Chukwudi Ebele Two Hospitality and Entertainment facilities situated at the Jesus Estate Oba in Idemili South Local Government Area Anambra State have been accused of allegedly contributing to the death of Late Bonaventure Obunadike and the debilitating health conditions Read more…
Electoral Act Amendments: Reps raise campaign spending limits, make BVAS, electronic transmission compulsory
The House of Representatives has doubled or tripled campaign spending limits for candidates while approving strict provisions on voter accreditation, result transmission and sanctions for electoral officers. The House of Representatives has approved a significant increase in campaign spending limits for candidates Read more…
FAMILY OF LATE BISHOP CRIES OUT FOR HELP
By Don Peter Okoro Confusion and anxiety have gripped the ancient kingdom of Ozubulu Ekwusigo LGA of Anambra State over the Community’s refusal to bury one of their own in his own compound. The story of Bishop Emmanuel Nwadioramma the Read more…
PDP suspends guber candidate, Ezenwafor over alleged compromise during Anambra election
The Peoples Democratic Party, Anambra State chapter, has suspended its candidate in the just-concluded governorship election, Mr. Jude Ezenwafor. Ezenwafor was at the Light House, Awka, the seat of government of the state, congratulating the governor of the state, Prof. Read more…
Sorry Trump, we’re not ready
United States President, Donald Trump, has served notice of getting his military stomp Nigeria, gun-a-blazing. By air strikes or raw land infantry invasion, the US military will test their established military efficiency in Nigeria. Mission? To stop the killing of Read more…