The National Economic Council (NEC) has endorsed the Renewed Hope Development Plan (2026–2030), a medium-term economic framework designed to accelerate Nigeria’s drive toward a $1 trillion economy by the end of the decade. The decision was taken at the council’s meeting held on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, presided over […]
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 32-year-old man, identified as Chigozie Michael Clement, for allegedly abducting a seven-year-old boy and demanding a ransom of ₦7 million from the child’s family. According to police reports, the incident was first reported on Monday, August 25, 2025, when the victim’s father lodged a complaint at […]
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has confirmed that the Champions League final will no longer be played at the traditional late-night slot, with the kick-off time set to be brought forward by three hours beginning from the 2026 edition. The final, scheduled to hold at the Puskás Arena in Budapest on May […]
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has revealed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu instructed him to work in partnership with his predecessor, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, for the unity and progress of the ruling party. Yilwatda disclosed this on Wednesday during a condolence visit by Ganduje over the recent death […]
The BAT Ideological Group (BIG) has launched a sensitization and orientation program to encourage all Nigerians to register, collect, and use their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs). This effort is more than an event it is a call to action. Too often, Nigerians talk about bad leadership, failed promises, or national challenges, but many fail to […]
Nigerian chef Damilola Adeparusi, widely known as Chef Dammy, has opened up about the deep emotional scars left by her widely publicised cook-a-thon challenge, admitting that the overwhelming reactions she faced at the time nearly broke her. In a candid conversation, Chef Dammy said the online backlash and bullying that trailed her 2023 cook-a-thon […]
The Federal Government has approved a new welfare policy that grants lifetime salary benefits to senior officers retiring from the rank of Deputy Controller, Comptroller, or Commandant-General and above. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed this on Thursday while addressing participants at the 2025 Ministerial Retreat, where he highlighted the ministry’s achievements and […]
By Bamidele Atoyebi They have started passing the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited , NNPCL Managing Director, Bayo Ojulari through the fire. We however pray that it refines and not scorch him; that is Nigeria for you, especially where reforms have been introduced. With the way he hit the ground running, normal thing would have […]
Lagos is set to become the heartbeat of African entertainment this November as the city readies itself to host the 2025 edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), with Nigerian superstars Burna Boy, Davido, and fast-rising artist Shallipopi leading the nominations. The organisers announced that Burna Boy and Davido secured five nominations each, […]
Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has declared that the series of reforms undertaken in the country’s passport, visa, and correctional service systems are lifting Nigeria to a new level of efficiency, credibility, and global competitiveness. Speaking on the achievements of his ministry, the minister highlighted sweeping changes that have redefined service delivery in […]
