Politics
Tinubu Seeks National Assembly Approval for $21.5 Billion External Loan
Tinubu requests National Assembly approval for $21.5 billion external loan to fund infrastructure, employment, and social projects nationwide.
At Least 20 Killed in Weekend Attacks in Benue State, Nigeria
Suspected herders kill at least 20 in weekend attacks in Benue State’s Gwer West area, highlighting ongoing herder-farmer conflicts in Nigeria’s Middle Belt.
Atiku and Obi Push Forward Anti-APC Coalition Talks
Atiku and Obi continue coalition talks with opposition leaders to unseat APC in 2027, navigating challenges over platform and candidate selection.
Wike Withdraws from PDP Peace Deal, Blames Makinde for Party Crisis
Nyesom Wike withdraws from PDP peace deal, blaming Oyo Governor Makinde for party’s crisis and vowing to continue fight for justice within PDP.
Labour Party Rep Sunday Umehia Defects to APC Citing Party Crisis
Labour Party lawmaker Sunday Umehia defects to APC amid party crisis, joining thousands in Enugu. Minority Leader calls for constitutional review on defections.
APC Endorses Tinubu for 2027 Presidential Election
APC endorses President Bola Tinubu as sole candidate for 2027 election, backed unanimously by governors and party leaders at Abuja summit.
Nigerian Government Sues Senator Natasha Over Assassination Allegations
Nigerian government sues Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over assassination claims against Senate President Akpabio and ex-Gov Yahaya Bello.
PDP Governors Challenge Tinubu Over Rivers Emergency
PDP governors sue Tinubu at Supreme Court over Rivers emergency rule suspension; challenge constitutionality and demand reversal.
Akpabio Harassment Probe Blocked
Senate’s refusal to investigate sexual harassment claims against Akpabio ignites nationwide controversy. Critics demand resignation and independent probe.
Tinubu Signs South-South Development Commission Bill
Tinubu signs South-South Development Commission Bill into law! A historic move to tackle environmental degradation & infrastructure deficits in the region.
General News
Explosion Near Mogadishu Barracks Kills Suspected Suicide Bomber in Abuja
Explosion near Mogadishu Barracks kills suspected suicide bomber; one injured. Nigerian Army and security agencies investigating incident in Abuja.
Tinubu to Inaugurate Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Section I on May 31
President Tinubu to inaugurate Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Section I on May 31, marking progress in Nigeria’s largest coastal infrastructure project.
Explosion Near Mogadishu Barracks Kills Suspected Suicide Bomber in Abuja
Explosion near Mogadishu Barracks kills suspected suicide bomber; one injured. Nigerian Army and security agencies investigating incident in Abuja.
NDPHC Cites ₦600bn Debt, Gas Shortages for 2,000MW Stranded Power
NDPHC cites ₦600bn debt, gas supply, and transmission constraints as reasons for 2,000MW stranded capacity, despite restoring 625MW to the national grid.
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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
Nigerian Man Shot Dead at Birthday Party in Philippines
Nigerian man shot dead at birthday party in Laguna, Philippines, after dispute between rival groups. Shooter fled; investigation ongoing.
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.
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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
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Lagos HIV Crisis
Lagos HIV crisis: 135,000 affected, April 2025. Stigma, low testing pose challenges. #HIVLagos
