Nigerian-born international journalist, Livinus Chibuike Victor, has announced plans to attempt a historic Guinness World Record for the longest marathon interview in Abuja. The groundbreaking event, themed “Nigeria Our Strength,” will take place from 28th September to 1st October 2025 at Tangier Hotel, 34 Ekukinam Street, beside ABC Transport, Utako, Abuja. READ ALSO: Atiku Praises …
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published the final list of 17 candidates for the 2026 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections, scheduled to hold on Saturday, February 12, 2026. Mr. Sam Olumekun, INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee (IVEC), disclosed this in a statement issued in …
Jaiz Bank Plc has received a national scale long-term issuer rating from BBB-(NG) to BBB(NG), with the outlook revised from positive to stable. The Nigerian pioneer non-interest bank was upgraded by GCR Ratings, a leading rating agency in Africa. In a statement on Wednesday, September 24, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Haruna Musa, reaffirmed the …
Nearly thirty years after their execution under General Sani Abacha’s military regime, four prominent Ogoni leaders have been posthumously honoured by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for their sacrifice in Nigeria’s democratic struggle. The late Chief Edward Kobani, Chief Albert Badey, Chief Samuel Orage and Chief Theophilus Orage were each awarded the Commander of the Order …
Africa’s quest for permanent representation at the United Nations Security Council, long championed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is now under active consideration, raising hopes for long-overdue reform of the world’s most powerful decision-making body. Vice President Kashim Shettima, standing in for President Tinubu, will on Wednesday deliver Nigeria’s national statement at the 80th United …
No fewer than 14 shops have been razed in a midnight fire outbreak at Ogundipe Market, Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, leaving traders counting their losses. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, was confirmed by the Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Fire Reform and Chairman of the State Fire …
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has introduced fresh guidelines on foreign currency (FCY) pension contributions, creating new opportunities for Nigerians at home and abroad under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). Announcing the initiative in Abuja on Wednesday, PenCom’s Director-General, Omolola Oloworaran, described it as part of the ongoing “Pension Revolution 2.0” aimed at raising standards …
The Sokoto State Government has suspended the collection of all forms of fees in public secondary schools following widespread concerns raised by parents and stakeholders. Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Professor Ladan Ala, issued the directive on Tuesday, instructing all principals across the state to immediately halt the collection of education-related charges. The suspension, …
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) and the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) have kicked against alleged plans by the federal government to sell significant stakes in Joint Venture (JV) with international oil companies operating in the country. The oil and gas industry labour unions …
The U.S. cryptocurrency market is bracing for a surge of new exchange-traded funds (ETFs) after regulators streamlined approval standards, reducing hurdles for issuers. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) last week approved new listing standards that allow crypto ETFs meeting predetermined requirements to launch without lengthy, case-by-case reviews. Approval timelines have decreased to as …
