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Tinubu says youth reforms will expand opportunities in tech, sports, agriculture

May 29, 2026

President Bola Tinubu has said ongoing youth reforms under his administration are designed to expand opportunities for young Nigerians in technology, agriculture, sports, and other productive sectors as the Federal Government marks the third anniversary of the administration. The comments on youth reforms were made as the Tinubu administration highlighted programmes and policy initiatives introduced […]

Ward Renovation is not A Medical Revolution: The Dangers of Governance By Propaganda

May 28, 2026

Nobody is saying neonatal equipment is unimportant. Saving newborn lives is noble and commendable. Every incubator, phototherapy unit, monitor, or syringe pump can make a difference. The intervention itself deserves appreciation. But the problem is the deliberate attempt to market a modest ward upgrade as though Enugu has just commissioned the Mayo Clinic, Johns Hopkins, […]

Police arrest mother, daughter over ₦18m romance scam in Lagos operation

May 28, 2026

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the arrest of a mother and her daughter over an alleged romance scam involving ₦18 million, following an investigation into a coordinated online fraud scheme in which victims were reportedly deceived through fake romantic identities and induced into multiple financial transfers. The romance scam arrest comes amid increasing reports […]

Ex-minister cites poverty unemployment crisis in Akwa Ibom governorship bid

May 22, 2026

A former minister has said the growing poverty unemployment crisis in Akwa Ibom State influenced his decision to join the governorship race, stating that worsening economic conditions and limited job opportunities require urgent leadership intervention. The declaration was made during consultations with political stakeholders and supporters ahead of the state’s next electoral cycle. The poverty […]

SERAP defamation appeal: rights group moves to stop N100m DSS judgment enforcement

May 12, 2026

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP, has moved to challenge a recent judgment of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja by filing a SERAP defamation appeal, seeking a stay of execution on the N100 million damages awarded to two Department of State Services, DSS, operatives. The application follows the court’s ruling in […]

Jonathan 2027 Bid Faces Court Hearing Over Eligibility Suit

May 8, 2026

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday heard a suit challenging the Jonathan 2027 bid, with the plaintiff asking the court to declare former President Goodluck Jonathan constitutionally ineligible to contest the 2027 presidential election. The case has drawn national attention amid renewed political discussions over Jonathan’s possible return to presidential politics and the […]

Fuel Costs Hardship: Lagos Workers Raise Concerns on Workers’ Day

May 2, 2026

Concerns over fuel costs hardship took centre stage during the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration in Lagos, as workers across sectors decried rising petrol prices and worsening living conditions. The fuel costs hardship situation, according to respondents who spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria, has significantly increased the cost of transportation, food, housing, and other […]

AGF Backs Crackdown on Non-Performing Parties in Court Showdown

April 30, 2026

The Attorney General of the Federation has backed legal action against non performing parties, supporting a suit seeking the deregistration of political parties accused of failing to meet constitutional requirements. The position on non performing parties was outlined in a notice filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja, where the AGF affirmed its constitutional […]

Windstorm damage at NYSC camp forces urgent repairs as Niger State acts fast

April 27, 2026

The windstorm damage at NYSC camp in Paiko, Niger State, has prompted an immediate government response after strong winds disrupted facilities at the National Youth Service Corps orientation camp, leading Governor Umar Bago to order urgent repairs to restore affected structures. The NYSC orientation camp in Paiko, located in Paikoro Local Government Area of Niger […]

Fresh $516m loan controversy as Atiku tackles Tinubu borrowing plan

April 24, 2026

The fresh $516m loan request by President Bola Tinubu has drawn criticism from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who warned against what he described as reckless borrowing, raising concerns over Nigeria’s rising debt profile and the need for transparency in financing major infrastructure projects. The Federal Government recently approached the National Assembly seeking approval for […]