Nigeria’s tax reforms will fail to deliver citizen benefits or broad economic growth without accountability in government spending at federal and state levels, warned a public policy expert, Sam Amadi. Speaking at a BusinessDay tax reform…
The Court of Appeal of Nigeria sitting in Akure has affirmed Wole Oluyede as the duly nominated governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2026 governorship election in Ekiti State. In a unanimous judgment…
No fewer than nine senators from different political parties on Thursday announced their defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a move that is set to further reshape the political configuration of the Nigerian Senate. The…
The United States spent more than $11.3 billion in the opening week of its war against Iran, lawmakers were told during a Pentagon briefing, according to a report by The New York Times that highlights the rapid pace at which the conflict…
Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said his emergence as president of Nigeria was divinely ordained, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to good governance, respect for the rule of law and the continued strengthening of democracy in the country…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has unveiled a strategic group known as the “One ADC Movement” to mobilise Nigerians at all levels to sack the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) from power in the 2027 general elections. Speaking…
President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has raised concerns that Nigeria’s downstream regulator is still issuing licences for petrol importation despite public assurances to the contrary, warning that the practice could…
The governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has said that Nigeria’s banking sector is poised to attract significant investments this year as confidence in the country’s financial system continues to strengthen.…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has taken decisive action following the contentious 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, ordering a comprehensive review of the disciplinary ruling that initially upheld Senegal’s victory…
The House of Representatives Committee on Maritime Safety, Education and Administration has assured the acting rector of the Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), Oron, Dr Kevin Okonna, of prompt consideration and approval of the…
The 2023 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in Sokoto State, Saidu Umar, popularly known as Ubandoma Sokoto, has resigned from the party, coming a day after former Sokoto State governor, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, left the…
Twenty insurance companies have submitted for verification in Nigeria’s ongoing industry recapitalisation exercise, the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has revealed. NAICOM engaged global auditors—PricewaterhouseCoopers, KPMG,…
Troops of the JointTask Force (North East) , deployed in Goniri, under Sector 2 of Operation Hadin Kai ( OPHK ), have successfully foiled coordinated attacks launched by ISWAP terrorists on their location in Goniri, Yobe State, killing…
After nearly two decades, the Eritrean national football team is embarking on a new chapter, appointing a foreign coach to lead them into their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualification campaign. The Eritrean Football Federation has…
The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) was thrown into a state of surprise and controversy on Thursday as news broke that Olowokere Bankole, the head coach of Osun Babes, had dramatically severed ties with the club. However, what…
At least 12 members of the House of Representatives on Thursday defected from their respective political parties to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the opposition coalition, the African Democratic Congress (ADC), while…
Arsenal are reportedly poised to challenge Manchester City in the pursuit of Newcastle United full-back Tino Livramento. Meanwhile, Tottenham Hotspur captain and defender Cristian Romero’s future at the club appears increasingly uncertain.…
Sevilla are facing a nervous wait over the availability of winger Chidera Ejuke as they prepare for their highly anticipated LaLiga encounter against table-toppers Barcelona this weekend. The Nigerian international was forced to sit out of…
Real estate firm, Urban Living Development Limited, on Thursday said property investment should serve as a structured pathway for individuals and families to build sustainable wealth. Speaking during the company’s third anniversary…
The Federal High Court sitting in Akure, Ondo State, has ruled that Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa cannot contest the 2028 governorship election, declaring that allowing him to seek another term would violate the constitutional limit of eight…
The Taraba State Chairman of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Mr. Saliu Adamu Kumba, has expressed worry that, a large number of farmers may abandon farming this year, due to crash in food prices and high cost of pesticides.…
In Q4 2025, a total of 940,476 passengers travelled via rail system, latest data by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has shown. Relative to 1,037,113 reported in the corresponding quarter of 2024, the fourth quarter 2025 figure…
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in the Federal Capital Territory has dismissed allegations of bribery and unlawful detention published by an online medium, describing the reports as false, malicious and aimed at…
Speakers at the latest edition of the UBA Business Series have called on women to take greater ownership of their personal and professional growth, stressing the importance of confidence, mentorship and community in shaping the next…
Retired inspector-general of police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun has formally bade farewell to the Nigerian Police Force in Abuja at a pull-out ceremony held on Thursday, marking the conclusion of a distinguished career spanning 36 years.…
A leading fintech company, OPay Digital Services Limited, has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that its offices in Lagos and Abuja were sealed by the Nigeria Revenue Service over alleged tax non-compliance. The…
Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court of Abuja, has warned that he may revoke the bail granted to politician and online publisher, Omoyele Sowore, if he fails to appear at the next hearing in his ongoing trial over alleged…
Governor Uba Sani has disclosed that the objective of his administration is to make Kaduna State the agricultural and livestock capital of Northern Nigeria. The Governor who made this known at the flag off of the distribution of Livestock…
King Charles III welcomed members of the Nigerian diaspora in the United Kingdom on Wednesday evening at a pre-visit reception, ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s upcoming state visit—the first by a Nigerian leader in 37 years. The reception…
New Porto striker Terem Moffi is already repaying the faith shown in him by the club’s management, declaring his move to the Portuguese giants a source of immense pride for both himself and his family. The Super Eagles forward, who arrived…