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President Tinubu signs N68.32trn 2026 Budget into law
Keypoints President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially signed the N68.32 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill, marking the…
CBN announces Nigerian financial rate to compete with US, EU
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in collaboration with financial market dealers, has introduced the Nigerian…
Africa’s energy wealth: Why good governance must power a just transition
Sola Adebawo, General Manager – Government, Joint Venture and External Relations, Heritage Operational Services Limited Op-Ed…
Taiwanese firms to invest multi-billion naira in Nigerian solar plants
Keypoints The Taiwan-Africa Business Association (TABA) has announced plans for a multi-billion naira investment in Nigerian…
Kogi Specialist Hospital CMD Flags Off Distribution of Tinubu/Ododo 2027 Campaign Materials
The Chief Medical Director of Kogi State Specialist Hospital, Dr. Oluseyi Bamidele Folagbade, has flagged off…
Washington oil waivers end as India faces energy and farm shocks
Keypoints The United States is stopping a special deal that let India buy oil from Russia…
Odu’a and Elektron partner for 50MW power plant in Ikeja
Keypoints Odu’a Investment Company Limited and Elektron Energy have signed a joint venture to develop a…
Abike Shugar breaks silence on painful movie experience that led to her fall out with Toyin Abraham
Social media influencer Olawuni Oluwapelumi Abike, popularly known as Abike Shuga, has opened up about her…
Europe faces six-week jet fuel countdown as Iranian blockade persists
Keypoints The International Energy Agency (IEA) warns that Europe has “maybe six weeks” of jet fuel…
Europe faces six-week jet fuel countdown as Iranian blockade persists
Keypoints The International Energy Agency (IEA) warns that Europe has “maybe six weeks” of jet fuel…
FG digitises academic credential verification to curb fraud, improve efficiency
Key points Federal Government moves academic credential verification fully online. New system aims to curb certificate…
Nigeria and EU launch £2.7m space-tech project to transform agriculture
Keypoints The Federal Government and the European Union (EU) have inaugurated a £2.7 million Earth Observation…
ILO warns gender equality in oil sector is “more illusion than reality”
Keypoints Main Story The dream of gender parity in Nigeria’s most lucrative industry remains a distant…
“Let’s prepare to…”- Verydarkman breaks silence on Blord’s bail after 15-day detention, announces next step
Nigerian social media influencer, Verydarkman, has broken silence on Blord’s bail, announcing next line of action.…
JetA1: Nigerian Govt speaks on aviation fuel price, assures robust supply
The Nigerian government has made a clarification on the price of aviation fuel, known as JetA1.…
INEC Chair to lead electoral reform talks at Abuja policy dialogue ahead of 2027 polls
Key points INEC Chairman to deliver keynote at high-level electoral policy dialogue in Abuja. Stakeholders to…
Nigeria partners with investors to save $500m on palm oil imports
Keypoints The Federal Government has launched a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with Mass Industrial Development and Logistics…
N29.84bn Pension backlog leaves workers’ savings in limbo amid remittance failures
Nearly N30bn in pension contributions remains uncredited due to employer errors. Data inconsistencies and weak compliance…
RMAFC and Ministry of Interior partner to boost investment and revenue
RMAFC Kicks Off Revenue Allocation Formula Review Keypoints The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC)…
NAF deepens innovation drive as R&D competition boosts operational efficiency
Key points Nigerian Air Force intensifies research and innovation to enhance self-reliance. R&D competition showcases locally…
United Nigeria Airlines grounds three aircraft following multiple bird strikes
Keypoints United Nigeria Airlines (UNA) has withdrawn three aircraft from service within 48 hours due to…
Fate or Faith: Can Igala Politics Produce Another Abubakar Audu?
Political history often returns as a question rather than a conclusion. In Igala land, the memory…
MTN suspends Xtratime service over FCCPC digital lending regulations
Key points MTN halts airtime and data lending service “Xtratime” over new FCCPC rules. Regulation introduces…
A Legacy of Service, a Record of Impact: Celebrating the Transformational Leadership of Yahaya Bello in Kogi Central
In the annals of Kogi Central’s development, the tenure of His Excellency, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, stands…
Federal Government hands over 132 housing units to Kwara
Keypoints The Federal Government has officially transferred 132 housing units at the Ogbondoroko Estate in Ilorin…
2027: Why Igala Elites Need New Political Map of Power in the Age of Trump Style Politics
Political survival in contemporary democracies is no longer anchored solely on tradition or inherited influence. It…
Forgotten at Home: How Nigeria Is Failing Its Elderly
He can no longer walk without help. Once a farmer in his prime, he now sits…
Audu and Ajaokuta Steel: When Patronage Trumps Competence
The Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited was established in 1979 under the administration of Shehu Shagari. It…
World leaders converge for ADF 2026 to navigate global uncertainty
Keypoints The Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF2026) kicks off today, April 17, in Türkiye, under the theme…
Road Crashes: Kogi Govt. to Establish Special Task Force Unit, Proposes Drug Testing for Drivers
The Kogi State Government has announced plans to establish a Special Task Force Unit comprising key…
Nigeria has no plan to tap IMF’s $50bn fund, says FG
Key points Federal Government rules out borrowing from IMF’s proposed $20bn–$50bn support fund. Finance Minister says…
Echocho Appeals for Responsible Social Media Conduct, Pledges Allegiance to State Leadership
Senator representing Kogi East, Dr. Isah Jibrin (Echocho), has called on his supporters across social media…
Wike targets 80% FCT budget execution by January 2027
Keypoints FCT Minister Nyesom Wike expressed confidence that the administration will achieve 80% implementation of its…
Nigerian govt bans unauthorized use of ambassador title
The Nigerian government banned the use of the title “Ambassador” by unauthorized individuals. The federal government,…
Dangote unveils plan to sell 10% refinery stake via Pan-African IPO
Key points Dangote Group to offer 10% stake in refinery through Pan-African IPO in 2026. Move…
Prince Abubakar Audu University Records Massive Accreditation Success as NUC Grants Full Status to 27 Programmes
VC applauds Gov. Ododo, Prof. Tenuche for the historic milestone Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba,…
INEC Reform: A Key to Credible Elections in 2027
Building a credible electoral umpire is one of the fundamental pillars of any functioning democracy. An…
It’s Not My Fault That You Can’t Read; Atiku Bombs Tinubu in Scathing Reply
By Oluyomi Ajayi. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has launched a blistering counterattack on President Bola…
NDPC raises alarm over coordinated cyberattacks on Nigeria’s financial systems
Key points Data regulator warns of coordinated cyber threats targeting financial and digital infrastructure. Institutions urged…
Angekpa of ERO Congratulates New Commissioner for Local Govt, Chieftaincy Affairs
The Angekpa of ERO, HRH Alhaji Habib Isiaka Gambo, has sent a message of felicitations to…
Naira Strengthens to ₦1,342 per Dollar as Money Markets Mix and Bonds Sell Off
By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 17, 2026 KEY POINTS Naira appreciates by 11 basis points or…
Nigeria opts out of IMF $50bn support, urges intervention for vulnerable African nations
Nigeria has no immediate plans to approach the International Monetary Fund, IMF, for financial assistance or…
NOA urges Kwara women to balance advocacy with nurturing children
Keypoints Alhaji Abdulganiyu Dare, kwara director of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), has called on women…
Nigerian Breweries hits 10-year profit high with ₦100bn net gain
Keypoints Nigerian Breweries Plc reported a 35% revenue growth and a record ₦100 billion net profit…
14 passengers, including JAMB candidates, abducted in Benue
Keypoints The Benue State Police Command has confirmed the kidnapping of 14 passengers, many of whom…
Explainer: ByteToBreach Hacker sheds Llight on why CAC, Sterling bank and Remita were targeted
By Boluwatife, Technology Correspondent | April 16, 2026 This explainer draws from the full investigation and…
Resilience Under Fire: Inside Iran’s Narrative of Endurance, Sacrifice, and State Discipline
By Abdulkarim Abdulmalik For more than a month, a striking narrative has circulated across social media…
JetA1 at N3,000/liter: Airlines may shut down services in Nigeria
Domestic and foreign airlines operating in Nigeria may begin shutting down services from April 20 as…
2027: No Alternative to APC, No Substitute for Bola Ahmed Tinubu
By Musa Bakare As 2027 approaches, the noise is rising louder, more desperate, more predictable. Old…
IMF warns rising transport costs deepen Nigeria inflation crisis
By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 17, 2026 Key Points International Monetary Fund warns transport costs are…
“There should be an award for romantic man of the year” — Phyna praises Peller, recalls costly Maldives trip
Former reality TV star, Phyna, has sparked conversation on social media after making remarks praising entrepreneur…
Nigeria pursues investors at IMF as $2.3trn infrastructure deficit widens
Nigeria’s infrastructure deficit requires an estimated $2.3 trillion investment between 2020 and 2043, according to data…
Why MTN Nigeria suspended airtime, data borrowing services
Nigeria’s telecommunications giant, MTN Nigeria, has attributed the suspension of its airtime and data borrowing services…
Jordan sends new aid convoy to Lebanon following ceasefire collapse
Keypoints Jordan dispatched a 15-truck humanitarian convoy to Lebanon on Thursday to address the worsening crisis.…
Nigeria intensifies bid to host African Monetary Institute in Abuja
Keypoints The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has confirmed that Abuja is ready to host the…
Malema sentenced to five years over firearm discharge at rally
By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 16, 2026 Key Points South African opposition leader Julius Malema sentenced…
Ogun approves weekly day off, N10,000 transport allowance for civil servants
Key points Ogun introduces weekly day off for civil servants amid rising fuel costs Workers to…
Nigeria loses $226.7 billion to Ogoniland production halt over 33 years
Keypoints Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) reports that Nigeria has lost approximately $226.734 billion in revenue…
Oyetola commissions NIMASA–UNILAG Maritime Institute, pushes for synergy to drive blue economy
L-R: Director, Institute of Maritime Studies, University of Lagos (UNILAG), Prof. Abiodun Odukoya; Director-General, Nigerian Maritime…
South-South states miss 26% education benchmark despite oil windfall
Keypoints Six South-South states failed to meet the national 26% education funding benchmark in their 2026…
EXPLAINER: How Middle East tensions are shaping costs and pressures for women entrepreneurs in Nigeria
Nigeria is experiencing renewed inflationary and currency pressures partly linked to global geopolitical tensions, including ongoing…
Federal Government breaks ground on 200 MMSCFD gas plant in Delta State
Keypoints The Federal Government has officially commenced the construction of the 200 million standard cubic feet…
ICPC Pledges Collaboration with Gov. Ododo’s Aide on Campaign Against Internet Fraud
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has promised to support the Kogi…
UNILAG opens postgraduate admissions for 2026/2027 session with strict eligibility and ₦40,000 Fee
By BizWatch Nigeria Education Desk | April 16, 2026 Key Points • UNILAG School of Postgraduate…
Senator Sunday Karimi’s Second Term: A Case for the Consolidation of Outstanding Performance
In the political landscape of Kogi West, the conversation surrounding the 2027 general elections has already…
As Atiku Rallies the Stormtroopers
By Tunde Olusunle His reputation as a genial, genteel, generous gentleman precedes him. He wears calmness…
Calls for Prof Amupitan’s Resignation Handiwork of Enemies of Democracy – Gbede Traditional Council
The Gbede Traditional Council has decried calls for the sack or resignation of Professor Joash Ojo…
Nigerian stocks rally again as investors gain N1.66tn, market cap crosses N136tn
The Nigerian equities market sustained its bullish momentum on Thursday, delivering a fresh massive gains of…
Stop Demarketing APC in Kogi State, KPSF Tells Gov Ododo
A group of critical stakeholders of the All Progressive Congress (APC) alongside various APC support groups…
Dollar to Naira exchange rate Today, April 16, 2026: Nigerian currency extends gain
The Naira on Thursday extended its gain against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market.…
8 Best Websites to Buy Apple Devices and Laptops in Nigeria
Apple devices hold a significant share of the Nigerian gadget market. Its latest iPhones and MacBooks…
Wemi Jones Condoles Sylvester Onoja Over Wife’s Death
By Musa Solomon Kogi State Commissioner for Hon. Wemi Jones on Thursday paid a condolence visit…
IEA: Middle East war triggers sharpest oil demand contraction since COVID-19
Keypoints The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects global oil demand to contract by 80,000 b/d in…
Hon Taiwo Ojo Nathaniel Bags Diplomatic Eminence Ambassador Award
A former member of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Hon. Taiwo Ojo Nathaniel, has been…
Arteta hails Arsenal’s resilience after UCL semi-final qualification
By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 16, 2026 Key Points Arsenal reach Champions League semi-finals after 1–0…
Bayern munich edge Real madrid 4–3, reach UCL semi-finals
By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 16, 2026 Key Points Bayern Munich defeat Real Madrid 4–3, advance…
Naira holds at ₦1,343/$ as FX market stabilises
By BizWatch Nigeria, FX Desk | April 16, 2026 Key Points Naira closes at ₦1,343/$ in…
Over 2.2 million candidates begin 2026 UTME nationwide as JAMB Ttghtens exam security
Key points More than 2.2 million candidates are sitting for the 2026 UTME across Nigeria JAMB…
Flutterwave convenes dialogue on Africa’s digital economy at IMF-World Bank spring meetings
Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, hosted a private roundtable with Invest Africa on the Digital…
System liquidity jumps 19% after ₦1.34trn OMO repayment
By BizWatch Nigeria, Markets Desk | April 16, 2026 Key Points System liquidity rises 18.90% to…
CAC finally confirms cybersecurity breach affecting millions of Nigerian companies’ records
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has confirmed unauthorized access into its database, affecting millions of companies.CAC…
US CENTCOM confirms total naval blockade of Iranian ports
Keypoints CENTCOM Commander Brad Cooper announced late Tuesday that a naval blockade of Iranian ports is…
Dollar To Naira Exchange Rate Today, April 16th, 2026
The exchange rate between the Naira and the US dollar, according to…
“I’ve dated a bus driver”- DJ Cuppy ideal type of men sparks buzz
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Davido reflects on fame, says peace at home matters more
Nigerian music star Davido has shared a candid reflection on the realities of fame and personal…
Thursday Chronicles: Surviving the ‘data is life’ illusion
Hello, my fellow Netizens! Welcome back to the weekly gathering of people who are currently contemplating…
Osifo: Women must move from participation to leadership in oil sector
Keypoints Festus Osifo, President of PENGASSAN, has urged women to take the lead in driving systemic…
N300m Titcombe College Old Students CBT Centre Goes Live With 1000 JAMB Candidates
Titcombe College Egbe Old Students Association (TCEOSA) Computer Based Testing Centre financed by Senator representing Kogi…
IMF warns of 2% growth ‘worst case’ as Middle East conflict disrupts global economy
Keypoints IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warns that global growth could plummet to 2% in a…
Iran warns of military retaliation as U.S. naval blockade tightens
Keypoints Tehran has issued a formal warning that it will resume military actions if the newly…
PTDF screens 243 PhD candidates in South-South for 2026/2027 scholarship
Keypoints The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has screened 243 PhD applicants in the South-South region…
“He called me a stupid boy” – Eedris Abdulkareem recounts clash with Obasanjo over ‘Jagajaga’ song
Veteran Nigerian rapper Eedris Abdulkareem has shared a surprising story about his encounter with former president…
Reforms, Oyetola’s leadership driving maritime transformation — Dantsoho
Key points NPA boss credits federal reforms and ministerial leadership for sector transformation. Nigeria targets dominance…
Domestic flights face suspension as Jet A1 hits ₦3,300 per litre
Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) Keypoints The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has warned that domestic…
Senate issues April 29 ultimatum to NNPCL over ₦210 trillion audit query
Keypoints The Senate Committee on Public Accounts has summoned the management of the Nigerian National Petroleum…
Nigeria’s inflation rises to 15.38% amid renewed price pressures in March
Key points Headline inflation climbs to 15.38% in March 2026 from 15.06% in February. Month-on-month inflation…
FG begins 2.5km road project in Enugu to boost rural connectivity
Key points Federal Government commences 2.5km road linking three communities in Enugu State. Project expected to…
“I was most disappointed in myself” – Davido opens up on cheating on wife, Chioma Adeleke before marriage
Afrobeats superstar Davido has opened up about a moment he regrets in his relationship with his…
2027: Kogi State Will Deliver Resounding Victory for President Tinubu — Steel Minister
Ahead of 2027 general elections, the Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, has expressed…