FG Defends Jilli Airstrike, Orders Probe Into Civilian Casualties
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Federal Government has defended the recent airstrike in Jilli, Borno State, describing it as a targeted counter-terrorism operation driven by credible intelligence, while ordering a full investigation into reports of civilian casualties. In a statement issued by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, authorities maintained that the strike […]
Bola Ahmed Tinubu Targets Poverty with Bold Tax Reforms
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso President Bola Tinubu has attributed Nigeria’s persistent poverty to outdated colonial-era tax structures, pledging that sweeping fiscal reforms under his administration will drive inclusivity, transparency, and economic growth. Speaking at the inauguration of the new Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) headquarters in Abuja, the President said the country’s former tax system was plagued […]
ADC Overhauls Constitution, Installs Mark-Led NWC at Abuja Convention
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has concluded its national convention in Abuja with sweeping reforms, including a constitutional amendment and the ratification of a new National Working Committee (NWC) led by David Mark. Delegates at the convention overwhelmingly endorsed the constitutional changes, with 1,471 out of 1,576 accredited voters—representing 94 per cent—approving […]
Nigeria Secures Retail Boost with Hypercity, Carrefour Deal
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has highlighted growing investor confidence in Nigeria’s economy following the formalisation of a retail partnership between Hypercity and Carrefour. Speaking on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the franchise signing ceremony in Abuja, Gbajabiamila commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, […]
NSITF Set to Lead Talks on Strengthening Social Safety Nets
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), has assured that it is ready to facilitate meaningful and solution-driven discussions on ways of strengthening social protection systems across West Africa in general and Nigeria in particular. This follows Nigeria’s preparedness to host the 2026 International Social Security Association (ISSA) West Africa Technical Seminar […]
Fuel Price Surge Deepens Hardship for Nigerians Amid Global Oil Crisis
By Jumoke Abubakar The recent surge in petroleum prices across Nigeria is being felt most acutely by ordinary citizens, as rising fuel costs continue to strain household incomes and small businesses. Analysts attribute the increase partly to the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran, which has disrupted global oil supply and pushed crude […]
Pictorial: NILDS, UNIBEN Matriculate 180 Postgraduate Students
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul
NILDS, UNIBEN Matriculate 180 Students for Postgraduate Programmes
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, in collaboration with the University of Benin, has matriculated 180 students into its postgraduate programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session. The ceremony, held in Abuja, formally admitted the students into a range of master’s and postgraduate diploma programmes aimed at strengthening legislative capacity and […]
Pope Leo XIV Pushes Peace Agenda, Brushes Off Trump Criticis
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Pope Leo XIV has reiterated the Catholic Church’s commitment to peace and dialogue, firmly distancing the institution from political entanglements amid criticism from Donald Trump. Speaking to journalists on Monday at the start of his African tour, the pontiff emphasized that the Church’s mission is rooted in the Gospel, not in political […]
El-Rufai Bail Hearing Stalled Until April 14
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Kaduna State High Court has adjourned the hearing of a bail application filed by former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, to April 14, 2026, as legal proceedings continue over allegations of financial misconduct. El-Rufai, who appeared in court under tight security on Monday, pleaded not guilty to a nine-count charge brought […]