In 2026, travel costs are on the rise across the globe, particularly in Europe and parts of Asia. Yet, for savvy travellers, there are still stunning destinations where the naira stretches further. From sun-drenched tropical beaches to ancient ruins steeped in history, the world offers hidden gems and lesser-known locales where luxury experiences come at …
The Jigawa State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) recorded major breakthroughs in 2025, seizing illicit drugs valued at over ₦2.8 billion. The state commandant, Mr. Hassan K. Kabaju, disclosed this while briefing journalists on the command’s performance for the year. He said NDLEA operatives arrested 577 suspects across the state. The …
Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, has said President Bola Tinubu will not sacrifice the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, amid the lingering political crisis in the state. Fayose made the remark on Tuesday while speaking on ARISE News, where he argued that those involved in …
Savannah Energy has confirmed the completion of a deal that allows NIPCO to raise its ownership stake in the company to 26.5 per cent. This follows the conclusion of regulatory consultations and the entry into a relationship agreement between the two firms. The British independent energy firm disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday, …
Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, has highlighted what developing countries need to give full commitment to the realization of the global climate sustainability agenda. President Tinubu, who spoke on Tuesday, January 13, at the ongoing Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), holding in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), said Nigeria aligns with the global community, …
Former Kano State governor and ex-national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has expressed displeasure over comments allegedly made by the leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, in which he reportedly described Ganduje as an enemy. The reaction comes amid reports that Kano State …
Global crude oil prices surged on Tuesday as escalating unrest in Iran, coupled with potential supply disruptions, overshadowed expectations of increased crude output from Venezuela. Brent crude futures rose $1.06, or 1.7%, to $64.93 a barrel by 0934 GMT, marking their highest level since mid-November. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude climbed $1.02, or 1.7%, …
President Donald Trump announced on Monday that any country trading with Iran will face a 25% tariff on U.S. imports from that nation, as Washington evaluates its response to ongoing anti-government protests in Tehran, the largest in decades. “Effective immediately, any country doing business with the Islamic Republic of Iran will pay a Tariff of …
The Trump administration has opened a criminal investigation into U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, triggering sharp political backlash and renewed concern over the independence of the world’s most powerful central bank. The probe became public late Sunday after Powell disclosed that the U.S. Justice Department issued subpoenas to the Federal Reserve. The subpoenas relate …
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested three suspected members of a notorious “one-chance” armed robbery syndicate in connection with the brutal murder of a legal practitioner, Barrister Princess Chigbo Nwamaka Mediatrix, in Abuja. The arrest marks a significant breakthrough in the Command’s ongoing crackdown on violent crime and follows a directive by …
