The Federal Government has hired a United States-based lobbying firm, DCI Group, in a $9 million contract to help communicate its efforts at protecting Christian communities in Nigeria to the US government. The contract was executed through Aster Legal, a Kaduna-based law firm, on behalf of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. Documents filed with …
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the arrest of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU) in Ekpoma, Edo State, following a protest against insecurity that turned violent on Saturday. The demonstration, initially peaceful, was reportedly hijacked by suspected hoodlums, leading to the blockage of major roads and attacks on traders. The palace of Zaiki …
The Lagos State Government plans to introduce electric-powered boats into the LAGFERRY fleet before the end of the year. The move aims to lower transport fares and advance sustainable mobility across the state. The announcement was made by Hon. Abdoulbaq Ladi-Balogun, Managing Director of LAGFERRY, in a statement shared on the state government’s official X …
Paradigm Initiative (PIN) has criticised the internet shutdown imposed in Uganda ahead of Thursday’s general election, describing it as a major setback for digital rights. The digital advocacy group also faulted restrictions on media coverage of protests and demonstrations in a statement it issued on Wednesday, January 14. “These actions constitute serious violations of digital …
Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, has revealed that Nigeria’s ongoing tax reforms have exposed him to threats against his personal safety. Oyedele disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja while speaking at a governance colloquium organised to mark the 50th birthday of Hajiya Hadiza Bala Usman, Special …
President Bola Tinubu has announced that Nigeria will co-host Investopia with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Lagos next February. The conference aims to attract global investors and enhance sustainable investment inflows. Tinubu made the announcement on Tuesday during the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), where Nigeria concluded a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) …
President Bola Tinubu has stated that the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) Nigeria signed with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a historic one that will deepen cooperation in the areas of aviation, agriculture, climate-smart infrastructure, logistics and digital trade, creating enduring opportunities for the people of the two countries. Tinubu stated this while speaking …
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has singled out Morocco winger Brahim Diaz for praise ahead of Wednesday night’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final showdown. Chelle described the Real Madrid forward as a quality player who has played a key role in Morocco’s impressive run at the tournament. Diaz currently leads the AFCON scoring …
The ongoing African cup of Nations (AFCON) was one competition that did not elicit so much excitement from the average Nigerian because the super eagles had just lost the opportunity to partake in the next world cup, so the morale of Nigerians towards the eagles was at an all-time low. However, the Nigeria Super Eagles …
Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her partner, Dr. Ivara Esege, have formally served Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital, Lagos, with a legal notice. The notice alleges medical negligence following the tragic death of their 21-month-old son, Nkanu Nnamdi Adichie-Esege. Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has ordered an official probe into the incident amid public concern. The …
