Okpala Urges Galadima to Focus on State Development, Defends Ganduje
By Sulyman Gobir Oliver Okpala, former Senior Special Assistant on Public Enlightenment to the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, has called on a chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Buba Galadima, to focus on contributing to the development of his home state rather than engaging in frequent […]
Nigeria’s Housing Deficit Hits 14.925 Million Units in 2025
By Sulyman Gobir Nigeria’s housing deficit stood at 14.925 million units in 2025, according to newly released data by the Technical Committee of the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development. The figures, unveiled as part of the Ministry’s ongoing sector review, reflect persistent supply gaps driven by rapid population growth, increasing urbanisation, and limited […]
SOS Children’s Villages Calls for Youth Inclusion in Education Reform
By Julian Osamoto SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria, has called for greater inclusion of young people in the design and delivery of education policies as the world marks the 2026 International Day of Education. The call was contained in a statement signed by the National Director of SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria, Eghosa Erhumwunse, in line with […]
Customs Surpasses 2025 Revenue Target by ₦697bn
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) says it collected ₦7.281 trillion in 2025, surpassing its revenue target of ₦6.584 trillion by ₦697 billion, even as it identified systemic bottlenecks slowing trade at Nigerian ports. Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, disclosed this during the International Customs Day celebration and the official launch of the […]
2027 Election: ADC Lacks Clear Policy Alternatives – Dogara
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, says the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has failed to present clear alternatives to the reforms being implemented by the Federal Government. This is as he warns that the opposition party may not be taken seriously ahead of the 2027 general elections. Dogara, a […]
NCF Tikolo Part Ways After Three-Year Transformation Era
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) has announced the departure of Senior Men’s National Team Head Coach, Steve Tikolo, following a mutual agreement between both parties. Tikolo, a High-Performance Manager exits the role after nearly 40 months at the helm, closing a chapter widely regarded as one of growth and renewed ambition for […]
Enugu Airport Concession to Drive Southeast Growth, Boost Investor Confidence – ICRC
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) says the concession of Akanu Ibiam International Airport is set to drive Southeast economic growth and boost investor confidence. Director-General of the ICRC, Dr. Jobson Ewalefoh, who stated this said the project aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Dr. Ewalefoh in a statement he […]
Shell Announces Fresh $20bn Investment Plan in Nigeria
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Chief Executive Officer of Shell Plc, Wael Sawan, has commended President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, saying it has restored investor confidence and created a healthy climate for investments in Nigeria. Sawan made the remarks during a recent meeting with President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, where he disclosed that Shell and […]
Police Foil Early-Morning Armed Robbery in Abuja, Recover Weapons, Vehicle
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has foiled an early-morning armed robbery attack on motorists in the Kado area of Abuja. The police in a statement on Sunday by it Spokesperson Josephine Adeh says it also recovered weapons and other exhibits after a gun duel with the suspects. She says the […]
Minority Caucus Warns House Against Ignoring Interim Report on Tax Law
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Chairman of the Minority Caucus Ad-hoc Committee on Tax Laws, Afam Victor Ogene, has warned that dismissing the caucus’ interim report on alleged alterations to the Tax Reform Acts could encourage impunity and undermine the independence of the National Assembly. Ogene’s comments came after the House Deputy Spokesperson, Philip Agbese, reportedly […]