Fubara: Limited Tenure Won’t Stop Development Projects
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has assured residents that the limited time remaining in his tenure will not prevent his administration from completing projects aimed at improving living conditions across the state. Fubara spoke on Tuesday while inaugurating the 12.1-kilometre Egwi-Afara-Mba Road in Etche Local Government Area, saying his administration would continue to address critical […]
US Congressman Defends Nigeria’s CPC Designation
United States Congressman Riley Moore has defended the continued designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC), citing ongoing attacks against Christians in the country’s Middle Belt. Moore made the remarks in a post on his verified X account on Tuesday, following a recent attack in Plateau State that reportedly left at least […]
BOI’s N250bn Bond Attracts Strong Investor Demand in Five Days
The Bank of Industry Limited (BOI) has attributed the strong demand for its N250 billion Series 1 Fixed Rate Bond to investor confidence in the bank and Nigeria’s domestic capital market. The bond, issued through BOI Financing SPV Plc under the bank’s $1 billion Multi-Currency Instruments Programme, was oversubscribed within five working days. BOI Chief […]
ADC Faults Tinubu Government Over Rising Food Prices
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has criticised the president Bola Tinubu administration over rising food prices, saying the government’s economic measures have failed to ease the cost of living for Nigerians. The party said the government should not focus on the marginal decline in headline inflation while millions of Nigerians continue to struggle to afford […]
Kwara Police Launch Operation Velvet to Enforce Traffic Laws
The Kwara State Police Command has commenced Operation VELVET to enforce traffic regulations, improve road safety and protect the lives and property of road users across the state. The operation began on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, Ojo Adekimi, in line with directives from the Inspector-General of Police, […]
Kebbi Releases N2.07bn for Tertiary Education
The Kebbi State Government has released more than N2.07 billion for interventions in tertiary institutions across the state, with the funds targeted at improving infrastructure and staff and student welfare. The Commissioner for Higher Education, Alhaji Isah Abubakar-Tunga, disclosed this on Tuesday while briefing journalists in Birnin Kebbi. He said Governor Nasir Idris recently approved […]
US Lifts 12-Year Security Restriction on Nigerian Vessels
The United States Coast Guard has lifted the 12-year Condition of Entry imposed on vessels arriving in the United States from Nigeria, the Federal Government has announced. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, disclosed this on Tuesday, describing the development as a major milestone for Nigeria’s maritime sector. The Condition of Entry, […]
Wike Predicts Easy 2027 Victory for Tinubu
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has predicted an easier victory for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election, arguing that a fragmented opposition would struggle to mount a strong challenge. Wike spoke on Monday while inspecting areas affected by flooding in the Federal Capital Territory. He said the political opposition had […]
Dangote Refinery Secures $1bn Backing Ahead of IPO
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has secured a $1 billion underwriting programme ahead of its planned Initial Public Offering. The programme, structured by Marob Strategies and Consulting DIFC Ltd and Lilium Capital Group, includes a completed and funded $600 million private placement and a further $400 million underwriting commitment for the proposed IPO. According […]
Doctor Explains Ogogo’s Stage-Four Cancer Treatment Amid Family Appeal
A doctor, Olusina Ajidahun, has explained that hospitals may move some patients with advanced cancer to palliative care after available treatments have been exhausted, following an emotional appeal by the daughters of veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo. Ajidahun, who is known as The Bearded Dr Sina on X, said the daughters’ […]
