Nigerians may soon benefit from lower petrol and food prices as 22 ships carrying petroleum products, frozen fish, and other essential commodities berth at Lagos ports, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has revealed. The NPA’s latest Shipping Position report shows that the vessels are currently discharging cargo at Apapa, Tincan, and Lekki ports, signalling a …
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday charged the newly appointed service chiefs to focus on results rather than excuses, saying Nigerians are eager to celebrate peace after years of insecurity. Speaking during their decoration ceremony at the Council Chamber, Presidential Villa, Abuja, the President urged them to confront emerging security threats in the North-Central, North-West, and …
President Bola Tinubu has approved the final phase of the 2025 Presidential Prerogative of Mercy exercise, granting pardon, clemency, and reduced sentences to 35 inmates after a rigorous review process that saw over 100 earlier nominees delisted. A statement issued in Abuja by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef …
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has released official guidelines on the correct rendition and recitation of Nigeria’s national anthem and pledge at public and official events across the country. In a public notice shared on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Friday, the agency urged Nigerians to “kindly take note of the correct protocol …
As Nigeria’s financial landscape continues to evolve, Union Bank finds itself at the centre of controversy, raising questions about its future as the country moves closer to its recapitalisation deadline. The bank, once a trusted household name in Nigeria's banking sector, is now embroiled in a web of financial and regulatory uncertainties following the takeover …
On this monumental day, as we mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, Pinnacle Daily extends heartfelt greetings to all Nigerians, both at home and abroad. This moment is a celebration of our resilience, unity, and unwavering spirit. Over the years, we have faced challenges, yet we continue to rise, driven by hope, pride, and the strength …
NATIONAL BROADCAST BY HIS EXCELLENCY BOLA AHNED TINUBU, GCFR, PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE 65TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY OF NIGERIA, OCTOBER 1, 2025 Fellow Nigerians, Today marks the 65th anniversary of our great nation’s Independence. As we reflect on the significance of this day and our journey of nationhood since October 1, …
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has challenged the administration of President Bola Tinubu to focus more on insecurity than on revenue generation. Atiku made the call while reacting to news of insurgents’ attack on the Wagga Mongono community in the Madagali LGA of Adamawa state on Tuesday. On his official X account on Wednesday, Mr. Atiku …
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Friday made a triumphant return to Port Harcourt, where he was received by a large crowd of cheering supporters at the Port Harcourt International Airport. Fubara’s plane touched down at about 11:50 a.m., more than 24 hours after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu lifted the six-month emergency rule imposed on …
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has appealed to Nigerians to remain patient with President Bola Tinubu’s administration, assuring that the ongoing economic reforms will soon produce positive results. Akpabio made the call on Sunday in his opening address as Chairman of the Second Plenary Meeting of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) held in Ikot …
