Putin says recession in Russia ‘must not be allowed to happen’
President Vladimir Putin on Friday urged officials not to let Russia fall into recession “under any circumstances”, as some in his own government warned of a hit to economic growth. Economists have warned for months of…
Emir clears air on reports of Boko Haram invasion into Gwoza LGA
His Royal Highness, the Emir of Gwoza, Alhaji Mohammed Shehu Timta has refuted claims. He reports that armed Boko Haram terrorists have invaded Gwoza town and engaged with troops of North East ‘Operation Hadin Kai.’ Gwoza…
Seven Chinese nationals jailed for cyberterrorism, internet fraud in Lagos
A Federal High Court in Lagos has convicted and sentenced seven Chinese nationals to one year imprisonment each for their involvement in cyberterrorism and internet fraud linked to a large-scale Ponzi scheme uncovered in…
Yelewata Attack: Six newborns delivered in IDP camp
Six babies have been delivered by displaced survivors of the June 13 armed herdsmen attack on Yelewata community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. The over 3,000 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) are…
Man who breached security at presidential event in Kaduna has history of psychiatric illness –…
The Kaduna State Police Command has confirmed that the man who breached security during President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent visit to the state is mentally unstable and acted out of emotional excitement, not with malicious…
Liverpool sign Florian Wirtz for British transfer record £116 million
Liverpool have signed Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for a combined fee of £116 million. The reigning English Premier League (EPL) champions announced the acquisition of the 22-year-old German midfielder on…
SEC prohibits independent directors from becoming CEO, limits chairmanship to 4 years
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has barred independent non-executive directors (INEDs) from taking up executive roles, including that of chief executive officer (CEO), within the same company or group…
“Masses feel left behind” – APC chieftain tells Tinubu to ease hardship before 2027
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun state, Oladayo Ogunjebe, has urged President Bola Tinubu to take urgent steps to improve the economy ahead of the 2027 general election. In a statement…
Report any bank charging you for USSD service – Telcos tell subscribers
Gbenga Adebayo, chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecoms Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), has asked customers to report any bank that charges for USSD…
I won’t betray Yahaya Bello…. he’s like a father to me – Ododo
Usman Ododo, governor of Kogi state, says he will never betray Yahaya Bello, his predecessor. Ododo spoke on Friday after a courtesy visit to…
BREAKING: Atiku, El-rufai write INEC for registration of New Party, All Democratic Alliance
After weeks of internal deliberations, the Nigeria National Coalition Group (NNCG) has formally applied to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register a new political party named All Democratic…
REA PARTNERS WITH FCMB TO LAUNCH ₦100 BILLION FINANCING FACILITY TO ACCELERATE ELECTRICITY ACCESS…
In a landmark move to bolster electricity access for millions of Nigerians, the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) and First City Monument Bank (FCMB) have on Thursday…
JUST IN: Obi reacts to NNPC’s N210 trillion scandal, says Nigeria has become a crime scene
Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, has described Nigeria as a “crime scene” following revelations of massive financial irregularities in the Nigerian National Petroleum Company…
Benue killings: ‘No part of Nigeria should be inaccessible to you’ – Adebayo blasts Tinubu
The 2023 presidential candidate for the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Adewole Adebayo has slammed President Bola Tinubu over his failure to visit Yelewata town, where suspected armed herdsmen killed over 200 people.…
Trump policies: Over 14% decline in tourism to costs U.S. $21 billion
Statistics by the United States Travel Association have revealed that the country may lose an estimated $21 billion in travel-related exports…
Kaduna No Longer Toxic, Uncontrollable – Tinubu Takes Swipe at El-Rufai
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday appeared to take a jab at former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, crediting the state’s current administration under Governor Uba…
Coalition Petitions President Trump Over Tinubu’s Emergency Rule Declaration in Rivers State
The National Democratic Coalition (NADECO USA) has written an official letter to U.S. President Donald Trump, urging him to take diplomatic action against key…
NNPCL board hired five private jets to fly to Rwanda for retreat – Group reveals
The Vanguard for Probity and Accountability has accused the board of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) of extravagance amid ongoing financial controversies. In a statement issued in Port Harcourt…
Ground Rent: FCTA Silent As 14-Day Grace Period Expires
Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), especially those having a backlog of unpaid ground rents on their properties, are now waiting with bated breath for the next move by the FCT Administration. Daily Trust…
Aliko Dangote Foundation Distributes 40,000 bags of rice to People Living with Disabilities,…
In furtherance of its National Food Intervention programme, the Aliko Dangote Foundation has commenced the distribution of…
2027: It’s ill-advised to leave Shettima out – MURIC
Amidst controversies surrounding the 2027 presidential ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the…
Israel changing ‘the world’ with Iran war – Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that Israel was “changing the face of the world” in its war with Iran, now in its seventh day. “I said that we’re changing the face of the Middle East, and…
Tax: Wike says ‘big men’ remain FCT’s biggest problem
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, says big men (rich people) residing in Abuja remain FCT’s biggest problem in voluntary tax compliance for development. Wike stated this during the…
Tanker explosions responsible for over 1,500 deaths in Nigeria – NEMA
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has raised the alarm over the high rate of fatalities resulting from tanker explosions across Nigeria, revealing that over 1,500 lives have been lost to such…