Politics
South-East Leaders Unite to Support Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election
South-East governors and traditional rulers pledge support for President Tinubu’s 2027 re-election, promising to deliver majority votes from the region.
Senate Urges Military Base in Adamawa to Counter Boko Haram
Senate urges military base in Hong, Adamawa, to combat Boko Haram resurgence and calls for urgent humanitarian relief for affected communities.
Obidient Movement Denies Peter Obi VP Slot Offer for 2027
Obidient Movement denies rumors of Peter Obi being offered Atiku’s VP slot for 2027, stressing coalition talks focus on tackling Nigeria’s core issues.
Saraki Alleges Buhari’s Administration Bullied 8th Senate
Saraki alleges Buhari’s administration bullied and frustrated the 8th Senate, leading to weakened legislative independence and calls for civic participation.
BudgIT Exposes ₦6.93 Trillion Budget Insertions by National Assembly
BudgIT reveals National Assembly inserted 11,122 projects worth ₦6.93 trillion into 2025 budget, sparking debate on fiscal responsibility and transparency.
Tinubu Reaffirms Nigeria’s Commitment to Peace at Vatican
President Tinubu reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to global peace and interfaith dialogue at Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration, emphasizing unity in diversity.
Tinubu Meets Pope Leo XIV, Reaffirms Unity in Rome
Tinubu attends Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration, urges Nigerians to embrace unity in diversity and interfaith dialogue for national progress and global peace.
Nigeria Appoints New Military Commander for Northeast
New Nigerian military commander faces jihadist resurgence: drones, IEDs, and large-scale attacks rock the northeast.
INEC Chairman Calls for Electoral Reform
INEC Chairman urges swift electoral reforms-diaspora voting, PVC phase-out, and legal clarity-to ensure credible 2027 elections in Nigeria.
Deadly Roadside Bomb in Borno
Roadside bomb kills 26 in Borno, Nigeria, highlighting Boko Haram’s deadly resurgence and ongoing security failures.
General News
Police Officer Shoots Dead Schoolboy in Ibadan, Sparks Protests
A stray bullet fired by police during a traffic enforcement chase in Ibadan killed a 14-year-old schoolboy, sparking protests and an official investigation.
CBN Holds MPR at 27.5% as Inflation Eases
CBN retains Monetary Policy Rate at 27.5% amid easing inflation and improved economic indicators, maintaining cautious stance amid global uncertainties.
Ondo Amotekun Busts Organ Harvesting Syndicate, Rescues Kidnapped Boy
Ondo Amotekun rescues kidnapped boy from organ harvesting syndicate in Akure, arrests suspects, and vows to dismantle child trafficking networks.
DSS Arrests Wanted Kidnappers at Abuja and Sokoto Hajj Camps
DSS arrests wanted kidnappers Yahaya Zango and Sani Aliyu Galadi at Abuja and Sokoto Hajj camps during pilgrim screening ahead of Saudi Arabia pilgrimage.
Featured
China’s FM on Charm Africa Changing Geopolitical Realities
China has ramped up its diplomatic efforts in Africa with a clear goal
Napoli Furious at Osimhen for Rejecting Manchester United Move
Victor Osimhen turned down an offer to join Manchester United.
Lagos Tourism Roadshow: A New Era of Cultural Exploration
This groundbreaking event, which took place on January 4, 2025, marked a significant milestone in the state.
Business
Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Drops to 23.71% in April 2025
Nigeria’s inflation rate eased to 23.71% in April 2025, down from 24.23% in March, driven by falling food prices and slower monthly consumer price growth.
Seplat Energy Completes $800M Mobil Acquisition, Doubles Production
Seplat Energy completes $800M Mobil acquisition, doubling production to 118,000 boepd and boosting reserves by 85%, strengthening Nigeria’s energy sector.
Tinubu’s Economic Reforms Boost Nigeria’s Growth and Investor Confidence
Nigeria’s economy grows 4.6% in Q4 2024 amid inflation; Tinubu’s reforms restore investor confidence and fiscal stability, says World Bank report.
World News
Peter Obi Defends Vatican Visit as Spiritual, Not Political
Peter Obi Defends Vatican Visit, Emphasizes Spiritual Significance and Call for Reform Abuja/Rome, May 19-20, 2025 – Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has clarified that his recent visit to the Vatican to attend the […]
Tinubu Reaffirms Nigeria’s Commitment to Peace at Vatican
President Tinubu reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to global peace and interfaith dialogue at Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration, emphasizing unity in diversity.
Tinubu Meets Pope Leo XIV, Reaffirms Unity in Rome
Tinubu attends Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration, urges Nigerians to embrace unity in diversity and interfaith dialogue for national progress and global peace.
More From Politics
Shettima Orders Grid Overhaul
Shettima orders NISO board on April 8, 2025, to fix Nigeria’s grid after 7 collapses in 2024, key to Tinubu’s economic plan.
PDP Governors Challenge Tinubu’s Emergency Rule in Rivers
11 PDP governors challenge Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers! Supreme Court to decide on constitutional powers. #RiversEmergencyRule #PDP
Presidency Blasts Ndume Over Lopsided Appointments Claim
Presidency blasts Ndume over lopsided appointments claim! Accuses senator of hypocrisy and selective perception. #Ndume #Tinubu
Labour Party Leadership Crisis Intensifies
Labour Party leadership crisis deepens! Supreme Court ruling sparks division ahead of 2027 elections. #LabourParty #LeadershipCrisis
Peter Obi Commends Police
Peter Obi hails police for withdrawing Emir Sanusi’s summons! Advocates decentralized policing approach amid Kano Sallah violence probe. #Obi #SanusiSummons
Police Disperse Protesters With Tear Gas
Police fire tear gas at protesters in Abuja & Port Harcourt! Demonstrations disrupted amid calls for urgent government action. #Protests #Nigeria
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Allianz Boosts Stake in Sanlam Joint Venture to Maximum Level
German insurance giant Allianz has increased its stake in its joint venture with Sanlam to the maximum level
Putin’s Peace Offer: A Glimmer of Hope in the Ukraine Conflict?
Recently, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s statements about negotiating with the United States have sparked varied reactions from the international community.
Tragedy Strikes Palestinian Twin Sisters’ Dreams Cut Short
The University of Waterloo community is mourning the loss of Palestinian twin sisters, Sally and Dalia Ghazi Ibaid, who were accepted into the university’s PhD program
TikTok’s Fate Hangs in the Balance: A Supreme Court Showdown
The Battle for Free Speech: A Critical MomentThe US Supreme Court will hear TikTok’s emergency appeal on January 10, seeking to avoid a potential ban linked to national security concerns. Consequently, this pivotal moment raises […]
Unfree Movement: The Challenges of Traveling Across Africa
A Continent Divided by Visa BarriersTraveling within Africa is a daunting task, especially for citizens with local passports. Unlike European and American visitors, Africans face numerous obstacles, including complex visa requirements, outdated embassy websites and […]
Church of England: Resignation Amidst Child Abuse Allegations
Canterbury George Carey has resigned as a Church of England priest following a BBC investigation that exposed
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Literary Icons
Literary Icons of Africa: An Epic Journey Begins
We celebrate the visionaries whose words have shaped not only literature but also the cultural and social landscapes of Africa and the world beyond.
Gordimer’s Truths: A Deep Dive into the Heart of Apartheid
Nadine Gordimer: The Life and Times Brief Biography: Nadine Gordimer was born on November 20, 1923, in Springs, a small mining town outside Johannesburg, South Africa. The daughter of Jewish immigrants—her father from Lithuania and […]
Somalia’s Storyteller: The Power of Farah’s Political Allegory
Nuruddin Farah: The Life and Times Brief Biography: Nuruddin Farah, born on November 24, 1945, in Baidoa, Somalia, is one of Africa’s most prolific and influential writers. Growing up in a multilingual environment, he spoke […]
Literary Icons of Africa: An Epic Journey Begins
We celebrate the visionaries whose words have shaped not only literature but also the cultural and social landscapes of Africa and the world beyond.
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Health
Nigeria Records 138 Lassa Fever Deaths in 2025 Amid Outbreak
Nigeria reports 138 deaths and 717 confirmed Lassa fever cases in 18 states in 2025, with a 19.3% fatality rate. Ondo, Taraba, and Bauchi most affected.
US Man’s Blood Yields Breakthrough Antivenom
Tim Friede the snake man
Lagos HIV Crisis
Lagos HIV crisis: 135,000 affected, April 2025. Stigma, low testing pose challenges. #HIVLagos
