Court Grants ₦100m Bail to Ex-Kaduna Governor El-Rufai
By Oluwakemi Kindness Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, in the sum of ₦100 million with one surety in like sum. The court imposed strict conditions that must be met before the bail can be perfected. Justice Abdulmalik ruled that the […]
NCDC Steps Up Ebola Surveillance Over Spreads in Africa
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says Nigeria currently has no confirmed case of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD), but has stepped up surveillance following a new outbreak in parts of Africa. The outbreak, which has led to deaths in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and a reported […]
NSDC: Sugar Industry Can Boost Jobs, Security in Nigeria
By Oluwakmi Kindness The Executive Secretary, National Sugar Development Council (NSDC), Kamar Bakrin, says a fully developed sugar industry has the potential to reduce unemployment and improve security across Nigeria. He made this known during a strategic meeting in Abuja with the Nigeria Customs Service, led by Comptroller-General, Adewale Adeniyi. Bakrin explained that large-scale sugar […]
Nigeria Hosts Successful African Cycling Championships
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria has been commended for successfully hosting the 2026 African Track Cycling Championships and the African Para-Cycling Championships, which concluded on Sunday at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium Velodrome in Abuja. The week-long championships, held from May 11 to May 17, featured the 12th Confederation of African Cycling (CAC) Track Cycling Championships […]
Nigeria Wins Bronze at African Cycling Championships
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria delivered a strong performance at the 2026 African Track Cycling Championships, finishing third overall at the end of the competition held at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium Velodrome in Abuja. Team Nigeria closed its campaign with six additional medals on the final day, rounding off an impressive outing that highlighted the […]
Nigeria Super League Match Day 2 Delivers Thrills in Lagos
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Super League delivered a day of high drama, explosive batting, and thrilling finishes on Match Day 2 at the TBS Cricket Oval in Lagos. Fans were treated to two exciting encounters, featuring a one-run victory for Central Eagles and a dominant win for Southern Sharks. In the first match, Central […]
G7 Talks Focus on Middle East Crisis
By Oluwakemi Kindness Finance chiefs from the world’s leading economies are meeting in Paris for crucial talks as rising tensions in the Middle East continue to shake global economic confidence. The two-day meeting of the Group of Seven, also known as the G7, is being hosted by France, which currently holds the group’s rotating presidency. […]
Senate Condemns Abductions in Oyo and Borno Schools
By Anayo Akwitti The Leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele, has condemned the abduction of 87 students and teachers in Borno and Oyo states, describing the attacks as a threat to Nigeria’s future. Bamidele said the latest kidnappings highlight the urgent need to establish state police as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security system. […]
NSC, NOC Back BFN’s Vision for Sustainable Badminton Growth
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) have commended the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) for organising a strategic retreat aimed at repositioning badminton for sustainable growth, grassroots expansion, and elite performance in the country. The two-day retreat, held in Abuja from May 13 to 14, brought together […]
NTF National Open Trials End in Abeokuta, Discover New Talents
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2026 National Open Trials of the Nigeria Taekwondo Federation (NTF) have ended in Abeokuta, Ogun State, with the federation declaring the event a major success in discovering fresh talents ahead of upcoming international championships. President of the Nigeria Taekwondo Federation, Tayo Popoola, said the three-day competition showcased the bright future of […]