Gold prices have plunged to their lowest level in years, marking the steepest decline since 2013. The precious metal, which recently hit record highs, fell nearly 9 percent in the past few days as global investors moved to secure profits amid a stronger U.S. dollar. In a sharp trading session on Tuesday, gold tumbled about […]
President Bola Tinubu has nominated Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, as chairman of the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) board and requested the Senate’s confirmation of his appointment. Tinubu’s request was contained in a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Wednesday’s plenary session. The president said the nomination […]
Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen was the star of the night as Galatasaray cruised to a 3-1 victory over Norwegian champions Bodø/Glimt in their UEFA Champions League group stage encounter on Tuesday night, October 22, 2025. The match, played at the Rams Park Stadium in Istanbul, saw the Super Eagles forward deliver a commanding performance, […]
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), has called on the Federal Government to recognize the constitutional and economic rights of Nigerians both at home and abroad stressing that no President has authority over land ownership, and that Nigerians in the diaspora should be allowed to vote in national elections. Falana made the remarks today […]
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed 13 new cases of Lassa fever and four additional deaths recorded across the country in its latest weekly situation report. The new figures were contained in the agency’s 40th epidemiological report, covering the period between September 29 and October 5, 2025. According […]
In the 21st century, the voice of a nation is its people, yet author Solomon Ogo-Oluwa Oyerinde argues that Nigeria is currently engaged in a massive act of self-sabotage through an overwhelming culture of negativity. He contends that while every country markets a story to the world, Nigerians too often choose to broadcast despair, effectively […]
Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has assured investors that his administration has put in place robust structures to guarantee a seamless and business-friendly environment within the state. The Governor made this statement on Tuesday in Ado Ekiti while receiving a delegation from the British High Commission, led by the Deputy High Commissioner, Lagos, […]
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU)’s decision to call off its two-week warning strike earlier than scheduled has been met with widespread relief and optimism nationwide. More importantly, it highlights the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration’s commitment to dialogue, responsiveness, and genuine partnership in addressing national challenges. From the onset of industrial action, the […]
A devastating petrol tanker explosion on Monday, October 21, in the Essa community of Katcha Local Government Area, Niger State, has claimed the lives of at least 42 people, leaving dozens of others with varying degrees of burns. The tragic incident occurred along the Bida–Agaie highway after a tanker loaded with petrol reportedly lost […]
The Federal Government has announced plans to invest $220 million in creating employment opportunities for young Nigerians through the second phase of the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP 2.0). Vice President Kashim Shettima made the disclosure in Abuja during the official launch of the NJFP 2.0 and the opening of a policy dialogue on […]
