The House of Representatives has threatened to issue arrest warrants for the chief executives of MTN, Airtel, Globacom and other telecommunications operators after they failed to appear before a committee

Nigerian cinema has secured a place in the race for the 2027 Academy Awards after Dear Ajayi, a family drama written and directed by Damilola Orimogunje, was selected as Nigeria’s

Nigeria’s Ambassador to Sweden, Lola Akande, has formally commenced her diplomatic assignment in Denmark after presenting her Letters of Credence to King Frederik X, with a pledge to strengthen cooperation

The Presidency has rejected a report by The Economist suggesting that President Bola Tinubu faces widespread public discontent ahead of the 2027 presidential election, describing the publication’s assessment as “lazy”

India is investigating a surge in soybean shipments declared as coming from Niger Republic after customs officials questioned whether some of the cargoes may have originated in Nigeria. The inquiry

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has raised the alarm over a fraudulent website falsely claiming that the commission has opened a fresh nationwide online voter registration exercise. In a

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen is closing in on a return to training after spending several weeks on the sidelines with a groin injury. The Nigeria international is expected to resume

Rotimi Amaechi, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice-presidential candidate, says he will resign from office if Nigerians do not begin to see meaningful changes within one year of an ADC

Nigeria and other parts of West Africa are facing growing concerns over industrial-scale crystal methamphetamine production as authorities uncover laboratories allegedly linked to international criminal networks.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has disclosed that 9,324,349 young Nigerians were newly registered during the 2026 Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise. INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, disclosed the

The proposed listing of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) on the stock market has no fixed date yet, with Group Chief Executive Officer Bayo Ojulari saying the

Covenant University, the University of Ibadan and the University of Lagos have emerged as Nigeria’s highest-ranked universities in the 2027 Times Higher Education World University Rankings. The three institutions were

The image of former Nigerian Head of State General Abdulsalami Abubakar has appeared in a promotional campaign by Krishna Shalby Hospital in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, after he underwent knee replacement surgery

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called for the intervention of the Nigeria Police Force and Amnesty International over the alleged detention of some of its members. The party is

President Bola Tinubu has left Paris for Nigeria after concluding his extended European working vacation, with Lagos set to host his first engagements ahead of Independence Day and the 2027 political season.

Aliko Dangote has responded to a Kenyan court challenge involving his proposed $16 billion refinery, recalling a previous legal battle in Senegal and insisting his group is prepared to defend its projects.

Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Ivara Esege, have asked the Lagos State High Court to dismiss a legal action by Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital seeking to halt the

A Federal High Court in Lafia, Nasarawa State, has convicted 21 companies over the operation of investment-related businesses without valid licences from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Justice Anyalewa

Defence Minister Christopher Musa has called for every Nigerian to undergo military training, saying exposure to hunger, exhaustion and other military hardships would help citizens understand the demands placed on soldiers.

Nigeria has recorded 259 Lassa fever deaths in 2026, with Ondo and Bauchi accounting for the highest reported fatalities.

Rivers State and the Federal Capital Territory are expected to receive defined campaign coordination as President Bola Tinubu’s political team prepares for the 2027 presidential election.

PRP chieftain Yakubu Kingsley has urged presidential candidates ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 election to present clear and practical alternatives to Nigerians. He called for campaigns to focus on policies, implementation plans, required resources, expected results and timelines rather than personal attacks or simply seeking to remove the incumbent.

Mr Macaroni has explained why he reduced his criticism of government, citing threats, public backlash and frustration over repeatedly raising the same concerns without sustained change.

The Nigerian Guild of Editors has raised concerns over increasing harassment, intimidation and prosecution of journalists, warning that the trend could undermine press freedom and legitimate journalism in Nigeria.

The UK acquittal of former Petroleum Resources Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has renewed questions about the future of corruption investigations and asset-recovery proceedings involving her in Nigeria.

Rising crude oil and logistics costs are putting fresh pressure on petrol prices in Abuja and other Nigerian inland markets.

Vice President Kashim Shettima has presented Nigeria as a strategic gateway to Africa’s expanding market during the 2026 BRICS Summit in New Delhi.

Adamawa State has entered a three-day mourning period following the death of former Gongola Governor and PDP chairman Bamanga Tukur.

NNPCL plans to deploy between 50 and 70 smart self-service filling stations across Nigeria within six months, following the launch of its first smart facility in Abuja.

Vice-President Kashim Shettima is expected in New Delhi as Nigeria seeks to consolidate bilateral relationships with strategic international partners.

The return of triple-digit oil prices is creating a new opportunity for Nigeria while raising questions about fuel costs, government revenue and economic stability.

Lagos State University is set for a leadership change after Professor Badejo Olawunmi was approved as its next Vice-Chancellor.

The Federal Government says it is preparing a Vienna-listed bond programme to channel foreign financing into investments across key sectors of the Nigerian economy.

The Sharia Council has urged security agencies to establish the facts surrounding allegations involving Senator Shehu Buba rather than allowing the dispute to remain a political battle.

The Federal Government has warned contractors handling the N118.3 billion National Library of Nigeria project in Abuja that failure to meet agreed delivery targets could attract sanctions as authorities intensify efforts to complete the long-delayed facility.

A group has challenged Governor Seyi Makinde over remarks urging Oyo monarchs to stay out of partisan politics, describing the warning as an alleged threat to traditional rulers.

A group has challenged Governor Seyi Makinde over remarks urging Oyo monarchs to stay out of partisan politics, describing the warning as an alleged threat to traditional rulers.

Basit’s planned wedding was reportedly only weeks away when he died after a mob attacked him following an alleged hit-and-run in Lagos Island.

A 34-year-old man has been arrested in Lagos after the NDLEA allegedly traced a Saudi-bound cocaine consignment concealed inside phone chargers to him.

The SDP has turned to former IGP Mohammed Adamu as its new Nasarawa governorship candidate following the withdrawal of its previous nominee.

The qualification attached to YABATECH’s Nursing Assistant vacancy has raised questions among nurses about the role of auxiliary nurse certification in institutional healthcare recruitment.

TRCN says teachers and school owners should beware of fake websites, WhatsApp messages and individuals claiming to process registration and licensing on behalf of the council.

Christopher Musa has warned Nigerian governors that motorcycles distributed as palliatives could end up with terrorists, advising them to avoid high-capacity models.

Independent petroleum marketers are signalling possible further petrol price reductions as filling stations respond to lower supply costs and market competition.

Nigeria’s D’Tigress are in Berlin and preparing for their opening World Cup game against South Korea on September 4.

INEC says it is preparing to audit its electoral technology and may conduct a mock presidential election as it tackles funding concerns and AI-powered disinformation ahead of 2027.

NiMet has warned that strong winds may precede thunderstorms and advised Nigerians to take precautions as rainfall is forecast across several areas.

Correctional officers in Ogun have intercepted a substance suspected to be “colos” allegedly concealed in a Milo sachet during routine screening at a custodial centre in Abeokuta.

PenCom says 200,505 out of 219,316 registered Personal Pension Plan accounts remained unfunded as of the first quarter of 2026.

Masai Russell has broken Tobi Amusan’s women’s 100m hurdles world record after running 12.09 seconds at the Zurich Diamond League.

The Federal Government says it has spent more than ₦600 billion on cash transfers to vulnerable Nigerians, reaching slightly more than 10 million households over three years.

Rivers State police have warned the public to be cautious when accepting money from strangers, particularly where the individuals involved have never met physically.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for a change in the way Nigeria’s public service operates, saying government institutions must move beyond routine administration and focus more directly on delivery

Nigeria is preparing to add two communication satellites to its national infrastructure as the government seeks to extend digital services to communities that remain difficult to reach through conventional telecommunications