The National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) faction led by Comrade Tajudeen Baruwa has called on the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun and the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) to evict…
Founder of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, popularly known as the Winners Chapel, Bishop David Oyedepo, has refuted claims that he purchased his aircraft from church offerings. Bishop Oyedepo, in a recent sermon trending online narrated…
A former spokesperson of the Labour Party (LP) presidential campaign council, Kenneth Okonkwo has announced his resignation from the party, citing internal leadership crises and a lack of direction. Okonkwo, who played a key role in the…
Tragedy struck in the early hours of Tuesday when a young man, Ibrahim Mohammed, was stabbed to death by suspected hoodlums in Funtua local government area of Katsina State. According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred at about 5:30am…
Immediate-past Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has alleged that there were plans to arrest, detain, and torture him in a facility under the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA). El-Rufai made the claim on Tuesday in a post…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a review of transaction fees for automated teller machines (ATMs) across the country. The revision effectively eliminates the three free monthly withdrawals previously granted to customers…
A global coalition against corruption, Transparency International has ranked Nigeria as the 36th most corrupt country in the world alongside Uganda, Mexico, Madagascar, Iraq, and Cameroon with a total score of 26 points each. Transparency…
Ahead of the 2025 celebration of St. Valentine Day, a days popularly designated in some parts of the world for celebration of love, the Oyo State government has disclosed that 12,128 hospitality ventures have been registered. Commissioner…
A heated exchange erupted between presidential media aide, Daniel Bwala, and Arise News anchor, Rufai Oseni, during a live morning show on Tuesday, after Oseni questioned Bwala’s decision to serve in President Bola Tinubu-led…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Elton Onwu, has extended his congratulations to Emeka Wogu on his inauguration as the pioneer Chairman of the South-East Development Commission (SEDC), alongside other executive…
The North West Zone of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has drawn the attention of President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly to the composition of the North West Development Commission’s (NWDC) board, stating that it lacked…
No fewer than 1,000 kidnapped victims have been released by their abductors in Sabuwa local government area of Katsina State, the chairman of the LG, Hon. Faruk Ayatu has disclosed. Ayatu told journalists in Funtua on Monday that Sabuwa LG…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that candidates under the age of 16 can be considered for admission into Nigerian tertiary institutions if they demonstrate exceptional academic ability by scoring at least…
MRS Oil Nigeria Plc has announced a reduction in the prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol across in the country. Announcing the reduction on its official X handle on Monday, the company said petrol will now be…
Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru has distanced himself from the weekend’s arrest and investigation of the President of Ohaneze Youth Council (OYC), Comrade Igboyaka Igboyaka by the Nigeria Police in Imo State. Chief Press Secretary…
For Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission, the mandate of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR regarding the sports economy necessitates ongoing engagement with key stakeholders. Therefore, when Chief Mike Itemuagbor,…
Tulip House emerged victorious in the 2025 Noble Hall Leadership Academy for Girls’ 7th Annual Inter-House Sports Competition, held at the school’s sports field in the Idu Campus, Abuja. At the conclusion of the event, Tulip House topped…
Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola, has revealed the advantage Real Madrid has over his team ahead of their two-legged Champions League play-off encounter. The first leg will be played at the Etihad today while the second leg comes up in…
Adidas has revealed the official match ball for the 2024/25 Uefa Champions League knockout phase. Appearing on-pitch from February 11th onwards, the latest ball pays tribute to Munich, host city of the final in May. The design features the…
Isaiah Okonofua and Faeren Kuma emerged as winners of the Tukur Yusuf Buratai (TYB) International Golf Resort and Country Club, Abuja single match play finals in the men and ladies’ category. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that…
Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, announced that Waldorf Knoll has embraced President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s grassroots sports development vision following their inter-house sports event held during the…
Lagos is set to become the center of international athletics as the first wave of athletes arrives for the 10th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon on February 13. This year’s marathon, celebrated under the theme “Love in the Air,” coincides…
A pressure group, the New Delta Coalition (NDC), has criticised Delta State Commissioner for Finance, Chief Fidelis Tilije, over his claim that the Delta was the financially strongest State in Nigeria, describing the assertion as “a…
Neimeth International Pharmaceuticals Plc, has said it is considering to raise fresh capital from the Nigerian capital market to boost its working capital and expansion growth. The managing director/CEO, Neimeth International…
Venezuelan investors, particularly producers of mining machinery and equipment, have expressed interest in exploiting opportunities in the solid minerals sector. Venezuelan Deputy Minister of Mining, Alejandro Martinez, revealed this…
In a landmark development for Nigeria’s agricultural export sector, Jurassic Abattoir and the Commodities Development Initiative (CDI) have signed an offtaker agreement aimed at penetrating the Saudi Arabian red meat market. The strategic…
In a bid to boost Nigeria’s industrialisation efforts, the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has directed all Development Institutes of the Agency to henceforth patronise their products first. This is to…
The total assets of Lasaco Assurance Plc rose to N30.47 billion in 2024 financial year even as its insurance revenue reached N22.6 billion, reflecting solid progress in its core operations. While total liabilities of the Lasaco Assurance…
The Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) is planning to establish additional exchange points across the country in 2025, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. During its annual Members’ Engagement…
The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has commenced the distribution of free prepaid meters to Band A customers within its franchise area under the Meter Acquisition Fund (MAF) scheme. The Meter Acquisition Fund (MAF) scheme is…