Naira Tumbles to N1,425/$, Weakest Level in Six Weeks
Nigeria’s currency weakened to N1,425 per dollar on Monday, marking its lowest closing level in six weeks amid continued volatility in global financial markets. Data published on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) website showed the naira declined from N1,398 per dollar recorded on Friday, reflecting sustained pressure on the local currency. The latest rate […]
Ondo Non-Indigene Groups, Pro-Tinubu Network Pledge One Million Votes for 2027
A pro-government political group, the Progressive Network for Tinubu (PNT), alongside leaders of non-indigene communities in Ondo State, has declared support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. The endorsement was announced during a rally of non-indigene stakeholders in the state, where organisers said they had begun mobilising residents […]
ADC Disowns ‘Illegal’ Meeting, Vows to Protect Party Structures in Cross River
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has disowned a purported party meeting in Cross River State, describing it as illegal and unauthorised. The party warned that attempts to hijack its structures would not be tolerated, reaffirming the authority of its recognised leaders and commitment to democratic procedures. At a press briefing in Calabar, Dr. McFarlane Ejah, […]
Information Minister Seeks Collaboration with Interior Ministry to Improve Government Communication
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on Tuesday called for closer collaboration with the Ministry of Interior to improve communication between the Federal Government and the Nigerian public. Idris made the call during a courtesy visit to the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in Abuja, where he said the Information Ministry […]
Yari Welcomes Lawal to APC, Says it Will Strengthen Unity
Former Zamfara State governor and Senator representing Zamfara West Senatorial District, Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar, has welcomed the Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the governor’s defection as a significant step toward strengthening unity and accelerating development in the state. In a statement issued on March 9 by his […]
Tinubu Grants Approval for $20bn Bonga Southwest Aparo Oil Project
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a $20 billion Final Investment Decision for the Bonga Southwest Aparo deepwater project, a development expected to significantly boost investment in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. The approval was announced by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited in a press release, describing the move as a major step toward […]
Akwa Ibom Judiciary Adopts AI to Modernize Court Proceedings
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa The Akwa Ibom State Judiciary has launched the integration of Artificial Intelligence into its court proceedings. This modernization effort began on March 10, 2026, following a pilot training session for judicial staff. Technical teams are currently assessing courtrooms to install essential hardware. This includes specialized audio capture and transcription […]
Makinde Swears In 17 Permanent Secretaries, Urges Institutional Loyalty
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa Governor Seyi Makinde has sworn in 17 new Permanent Secretaries at the Agodi Secretariat in Ibadan. The ceremony included top officials like the Deputy Governor and the Chief Judge. The Governor confirmed that the appointments were based strictly on merit and competence. Each appointee was selected following a rigorous […]
Senior IRGC Commander Reportedly Eliminated in Joint U.S.-Israeli Strikes
A high ranking General in Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has reportedly been killed in recent airstrikes carried out by U.S. and Israeli forces, according to circulating reports on social media and regional observers. The individual, identified as Taiq Enaut and described by some sources as one of the IRGC’s most ruthless figures, was […]
Lagos Marks International Women’s Day, Honors Female Sanitation Workers with Free Healthcare
By Momodu Favour Female sanitation workers across Lagos State were celebrated on Monday with free medical screenings and recognition awards as part of the International Women’s Day (IWD) celebrations organized by the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA). The event, held at LAWMA’s headquarters in Ijora Olopa, brought together female street sweepers and other sanitation […]