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 […]
NVBF Announces Clubs for 2025 Super Cup in Abuja
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) has unveiled the list of clubs invited to compete in the 2025 NVBF Super Cup (Men & Women). The tournament is set to run from January 30 to February 8, 2026, at the Indoor Sports Hall, Package B, MKO Abiola Stadium, Abuja. Spotlight on Nigeria’s Top Volleyball […]
Akwa Ibom Monarchs Endorse Tinubu, Akpabio, Eno for 2027
By Anayo Akwitti Traditional rulers in Akwa Ibom State have thrown their weight behind President Bola Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Governor Umo Eno, pledging support for their re-election ahead of the 2027 general elections. The endorsement came at the weekend at a special rally held at the Ikot Ekpene Township Stadium, where […]
NDIC, EFCC Strengthen Partnership to Recover Bank Assets
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has reaffirmed its commitment to working with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to recover assets and debts from failed banks and prosecute individuals responsible for bank failures. NDIC Managing Director, Thompson Sunday, made this known during a courtesy visit by NDIC management to EFCC […]
Reps Rejects Minority Caucus Committee Report on Tax Laws
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives has rejected claims that its Minority Caucus constituted an ad hoc committee to re-examine recently enacted tax laws, insisting that such a move has no legal or parliamentary backing. In a statement issued on Sunday, the House Spokesman, Akin Rotimi Jnr, clarifies that only committees constituted by the […]