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 …
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, …
Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos, Terminal Two (MMA2), will introduce a structured slot system in 2026 to better match flight demand with terminal capacity, Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL) announced. Remi Jibodu, Head of Aeronautics and Cargo Services and Acting Chief Operating Officer, said the new framework will enhance aircraft movement coordination, reduce congestion during peak …
The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), is bolstering the national economy with record trade facilitation, infrastructure upgrades, and operational efficiencies. A new $60 million investment in green port initiatives under President Bola Tinubu’s administration aims to modernise NPA operations and promote local content development. Data from 2025 shows unprecedented growth at Nigeria’s …
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has revealed how Nigeria plans to approach their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final against Algeria on Saturday. Both teams reached the last eight after defeating Mozambique and DR Congo in the Round of 16. READ ALSO: AFCON 2025: Oliseh Predicts Big Teams Will Exit in Quarter-Finals Lookman told …
Nigeria has unveiled NES #31, the Reform Imperative, a national reform blueprint aimed at building a prosperous, inclusive, and accountable nation by 2030. The plan sets clear priorities for economic growth, social equity, and good governance while placing citizens at the centre of policymaking. The reform agenda emphasises execution discipline. Government agencies will operate under …
Despite widespread electricity shortages across Nigeria, neighbouring West African countries supplied with power from the national grid are owing the country millions of dollars in unpaid electricity bills. According to the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), Togo, Niger and Benin currently owe Nigeria $17.8 million (about ₦25 billion at the prevailing exchange rate) for electricity …
Rep. Riley M. Moore, a U.S. lawmaker representing Virginia’s Second District, has vowed that the United States will continue to protect Nigerian Christians in the face of recent ISIS threats. In an interview with Newsmen, Moore reacted to a statement from ISIS demanding that Nigerian Christians either convert to Islam or face death. He emphasised …
Nigeria’s reliance on overseas medical treatment is rapidly declining, according to new Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) data. Between January and June 2025, medical tourism spending fell 96.2% year-on-year, dropping from $2.38 million in the first half of 2024 to just $0.09 million over the same period in 2025. The sharp $2.29 million contraction marks …
Former Super Eagles captain, Sunday Oliseh, has urged Eric Chelle’s side to approach their AFCON 2025 Round of 16 clash with Mozambique with seriousness and discipline. The match, set for Monday night, will decide which team advances to the quarter-finals. “Every team is under pressure at this knockout stage. The Super Eagles must remember that …
