Nigerian equities have emerged as one of the top-performing assets globally this year, delivering the second-highest dollar returns worldwide after recording a 31 per cent gain in 2026. Data reported by Bloomberg shows that the country’s benchmark index has significantly outperformed broader emerging and frontier market gauges, which posted gains of 11 per cent and […]
The Nigerian Senate has revised Clause 28 of the Electoral Act Repeal and Re Enactment Bill 2026, reducing the mandatory notice period for general elections from 360 days to 300 days. The amendment was introduced to prevent a possible overlap between the 2027 general elections timetable and the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, which lawmakers […]
Proceedings in the assault and battery case involving Nigerian rapper, Tochukwu Ojogwu, widely known as Odumodublvck, has been adjourned to April 8, 2026. The matter, which is being heard at the Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Life Camp, Abuja, could not go on as scheduled due to renovation work currently ongoing inside the […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa The Ebonyi State Government has officially relaxed the curfew imposed on the Amasiri community following violent events linked to the January 29 killings at Okporojo. This decision was reached during a State Security Council meeting on Tuesday, where officials reviewed the progress of the ongoing investigations. Under the new […]
By Rachel Akper Victor Osimhen has said his relationship with Italian club Napoli deteriorated following a social media incident he described as humiliating, ultimately leading to his departure. Speaking in an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport, the Nigerian striker alleged that Napoli’s official TikTok account posted videos mocking him after he missed a penalty during […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa The Senate condemned the killing of 56 Nigerians and the abduction of families in Konkoso and Pissa villages, Niger State. Lawmakers labeled the brutal attack unacceptable and a severe threat to national stability. Senator Sani Musa raised the issue through a motion of urgent national importance on Tuesday. He noted […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa Adewole Adebayo, former SDP presidential candidate, stated that the Federal Capital Territory was not created solely for the wealthy elite. He spoke at a campaign rally on Tuesday for Khalid Bala-Gano, the SDP chairmanship candidate for Gwagwalada. Adebayo emphasized that the FCT was originally envisioned as a symbol of […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa The Lagos State Government has officially announced the date for the Lagos Fanti Carnival. This event celebrates the rich Afro-Brazilian heritage and the cultural legacy of the Fanti people. The carnival is scheduled for Monday, April 6, 2026. It will take place at the Tafawa Balewa Square from 10:00 a.m. […]
By Rachel Akper The Federal Judicial Service Commission (FJSC) has approved the appointment of Yahaya Yakubu Shafa as Acting Chief Registrar of the Federal High Court. The appointment was disclosed in a statement issued by the court’s Director of Information, Catherine Oby Christopher, who said the development took effect on Tuesday, February 17. […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa SERVICOM has praised the NYSC for significantly improving service delivery at orientation camps. The commendation specifically highlighted better feeding standards and the quality of services provided to corps members. The recognition came during the 2025 Second Quarter Networking Meeting for Desk Officers in Abuja. National Coordinator Nnenna Akajemeli described […]
