The people and political leadership of Katsina State have officially endorsed the re-election bids of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Dikko Umar Radda ahead of the 2027 general elections. The endorsement was made public by Nigeria’s Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Architect Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, during a media briefing in Kankia town […]
Nigeria’s non-oil exports reached an all-time high of $1.7 billion in the first quarter of 2025, marking the highest quarterly export value in nearly five decades, according to figures released by the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC). Cocoa and its derivatives led the surge, accounting for 45 percent of the total export volume. Other top […]
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for the release of embattled businesswoman and socialite, Aisha Achimugu. Justice Inyang Ekwo, who tried the matter, gave the order on Wednesday, mandating the anti-graft agency to comply without delay and report its […]
Ukraine is preparing to seal a landmark agreement with the United States today that could reshape its post-war recovery and deepen economic ties between the two nations. The deal, focused on natural resources and infrastructure, is expected to establish a joint investment fund that channels both American capital and Ukrainian resource revenues into reconstruction and […]
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has raised eyebrows with his recent statements suggesting that he is poised to leave the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking at a town hall meeting in the Ukanafun/Oruk Anam federal constituency, the governor made it clear that his defection was imminent, likening the PDP to a malfunctioning […]
Recover stolen vehicles, apprehend culprits In a bid to enhance security and traffic order in the nation’s capital, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has crushed no fewer than 601 motorcycles impounded for violating traffic regulations in Abuja. The development is part of the ongoing campaign against the use of commercial motorcycles, popularly known as […]
Nigeria’s leading commercial banks significantly increased their advertising and marketing expenditure in 2023, with First Bank Holdings topping the list with over ₦32 billion spent, a dramatic leap from previous years. The surge reflects growing competition in the financial services sector, fueled by the aggressive market entry of fintech platforms like OPay, PalmPay, and Kuda. […]
Just days after tendering his resignation as a Special Assistant to the Governor of Delta State, human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu has raised alarm over the worsening security situation in the state, particularly the rise in kidnapping incidents. In a series of posts shared via his verified Instagram page, Gwamnishu delivered a thought-provoking message […]
Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions, has announced an increase in the cost of its SMS transaction alert service. Beginning Thursday, May 1, 2025, the fee will rise from N4 to N6 per SMS. In a message to customers, the bank stated that the adjustment is part of efforts to […]
In a time when social media heavily influences public conversation, misinformation has emerged as a perilous force that can obstruct national progress, incite disorder, and mislead citizens. A recent video circulated on various platforms falsely asserts that the Mangal Cement plant in Kogi State, Nigeria, is associated with illegal mining activities. Such accusations lack […]
