INEC Flags Vote-Buying, Security Risks Ahead of Ekiti Election
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC, has called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders ahead of the June 20 governorship election in Ekiti State. Speaking in Ado Ekiti on Thursday, the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Bunmi Omoseyindemi, said the Commission is fully prepared to conduct a free, fair and inclusive election, but stressed that […]
Nigeria’s Debt-to-GDP Ratio Will Rise to 33.1% – IMF
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The International Monetary Fund has projected that Nigeria’s debt-to-GDP ratio will rise to 33.1 per cent by 2027, reflecting growing fiscal pressures and increased borrowing. The forecast, contained in the Fund’s latest Fiscal Monitor Report releases in Washington DC during the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings, shows a gradual increase from 32.3 per […]
Edo Governor Approves Scholarships for Children of Fallen Brigadier General
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Governor of Edo State Monday Okpebholo, has approved full educational scholarships for the children of late Brigadier General Oseni Braimah, who died in active service to Nigeria. Governor Okpebholo said the scholarship will cover the education of the three children, from their current levels through to university as part of efforts […]
NWFL Suspends Two Players Over Post-Match Violence
By Arinzechi chukwunonso The Nigeria Women Football League has handed two-match suspensions to Teslimot Balogun of Pacesetter Queens and Busari Suliyat of Ekiti Queens following a post-match altercation after their Matchday 15 fixture in Ado Ekiti. The decision was announced in a statement signed by the league’s Media Director, Samuel Ahmadu on Thursday April 16, […]
Late Goals, Tight Battles Define NWFL Matchday 15
By Arinzechi chukwunonso Matchday 15 of the Nigeria Women Football League Premiership delivered late drama, narrow wins and closely contested fixtures, as the race for top spots intensified across centres. In Lagos, Robo Queens secured a 2-0 victory over Abia Angels with two late goals. Rodiat Yusuf opened scoring in the 86th minute, while Opeyemi […]
Malami, Son Deny Fresh Firearms Charges as Court Sets Trial Dates
By Zainab Bakare Former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz Malami, have pleaded not guilty to an amended five-count charge filed by the Federal Government over alleged illegal possession of firearms. The duo entered their plea on Wednesday before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik after the prosecution substituted the earlier charge with […]
Wike Issues June Deadline for Abuja Projects Ahead of Tinubu Anniversary
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has issued a firm directive to contractors handling major infrastructure projects in Abuja, declaring that all works slated for commissioning in honour of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s third anniversary must be completed by June. Wike gave the warning on Wednesday during an extensive […]
Invictus Report: No Justice System in North-East, Women Shut Out
By Juliet Onwurah A new report by Invictus Africa has uncovered major gaps in transitional justice systems across conflict-affected communities in North-East Nigeria, including the absence of government-led mechanisms, exclusion of women from decision-making, and a lack of gender-based violence (GBV) cases in formal courts. The research, presented by Gabriel Mobuogwu, Head of Data and […]
Oil Windfall May Fade Fast as IMF, UN Warn Nigeria
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Rising global oil prices driven by tensions in the Middle East may offer only temporary relief for Nigeria and other oil-producing economies, according to fresh warnings from the International Monetary Fund and the United Nations. The caution comes amid growing concerns over disruptions linked to the ongoing Iran conflict, particularly the closure […]
Nigeria’s Debt Climbs to ₦159.28trn in 2025 — DMO
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s total public debt rose to ₦159.28 trillion as of December 31, 2025, marking a steady increase driven largely by domestic borrowing, according to the Debt Management Office. The latest figures show a quarter-on-quarter rise of ₦5.98 trillion, or 3.9 per cent, from ₦153.29 trillion recorded at the end of September 2025. […]