US House Backs Bill to Cut All Aid to Nigeria
By Zainab Bakare The United States House of Representatives has approved an amendment that would increase the proposed withholding of US assistance to Nigeria from 50 percent to 100 percent until the Nigerian government takes what lawmakers describe as effective steps to prevent violence, protect citizens and hold perpetrators accountable. The amendment was sponsored by […]
CAC Begins Process to Delist 100,000 Defaulting Companies
By Zainab Bakare The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has begun the process of striking 100,000 companies off its register for failing to comply with statutory filing requirements. In a public notice issued on Wednesday, the Commission said the affected companies failed to file outstanding annual returns and other mandatory documents as required under the Companies […]
Nigeria Beat Côte d’Ivoire to Extend Perfect Volleyball Run
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s senior men’s volleyball team continued their impressive run at the 2026 African Nations Cup Zone 3 Qualifiers with a commanding straight-sets victory over hosts Côte d’Ivoire on Wednesday, maintaining their perfect record in the competition. The Nigerian side produced another disciplined performance to seal a 3-0 win, taking the match 25-16, […]
Bamidele Outlines Safeguards, Funding for State Police
By Anayo Akwitti Leader of the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, Wednesday, provided further details on how the proposed state police services would be insulated from the abuse of some political actors and their funding should be a first-line charge in the ongoing amendment to the 1999 Constitution. Bamidele, also Vice Chairman, Senate Committee on the […]
Nigeria Top Group C, Reach Billie Jean King Cup Next Round
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria booked their place in the next round of the Billie Jean King Cup Africa Group III Qualifiers in Gaborone, Botswana, after a commanding 3-0 victory over Madagascar to finish top of Group C. The Nigerian team made a strong statement against the previously unbeaten Malagasy side, maintaining their perfect record in […]
Tinubu Urges Better Judges’ Welfare to Strengthen Judicial Independence
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening judicial independence through improved welfare, security and modern infrastructure for judicial officers, saying judges cannot dispense justice effectively without a secure and dignified working environment. Represented by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), at the […]
FG Evacuates 1,490 Nigerians from South Africa After Attacks
By Zainab Bakare The Federal Government says it has evacuated 1,490 Nigerians from South Africa following a series of xenophobic attacks and security concerns. In a statement signed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the ministry say the fifth and final evacuation flight departed Johannesburg on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, carrying 305 […]
Abba Moro Slams Benue Response to Deadly Otukpo Attack
By Anayo Akwitti Lawmaker representing Benue South Senatorial District, Senator Abba Moro, has expressed dissatisfaction with the Benue State Government’s response to the latest attacks on communities in Otukpo Local Government Area, describing Governor Hyacinth Alia’s N5 million donation to victims as demeaning Speaking with senate reporters at the National Assembly on Wednesday, Abba said […]
Mahmoud Seeks Transparent, Pilgrim-Centred Hajj Reforms,
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, has called for far-reaching reforms in Nigeria’s Hajj administration to build a transparent, efficient and pilgrim-focused system capable of delivering world-class services. Speaking at the Stakeholders’ Summit on Post-2026 Hajj Review and NAHCON Reform in Abuja, Mahmoud said the theme, […]
FG hails NECO CBT rollout, praises smooth senior‑school exams
By Zainab Bakare The Federal Government has expressed satisfaction with the ongoing National Examinations Council (NECO) school-based Senior School Certificate Examination conducted through the Computer-Based Test (CBT) format. The government described the new approach as a major step towards reducing examination malpractice and improving the quality of secondary education in Nigeria. The Minister of State […]