…to destabilise the opposition and frustrate the growing aspirations of millions of Nigerians who desire democratic change," he said. He alleged attempts to weaken opposition politics through litigation and institutional manipulation, insisting that the judiciary remained the last hope of the common man. Atiku also defe…
On March 4, 2026, some customers of FoodCourt, a Y Combinator-backed Nigerian cloud kitchen, noticed they could no longer place orders on the app. When they opened it looking to get a meal, they found the same line where the menu used to be: orders cannot be processed at this time. Unknown to customers, the cloud kitch…
…secondary school students, saying early exposure to the technology will prepare young Nigerians for the demands of the digital age. The foundation made the call on Thursday during an inter-school debate competition for secondary school students held in Ondo, Ondo State. The debate, themed "Voices of the Future: Debati…
…to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for his exemplary leadership, steadfast commitment to democratic ideals, and unwavering dedication to repositioning Nigeria through the Renewed Hope Agenda. His leadership continues to strengthen…
…and Shooting Stars will begin their continental quest in September, DAILY POST reports. Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Rangers, and Rivers United will campaign in the CAF Champions League. Shooting Stars, and President Federation Cup champions will compete in the CAF Confederation Cup. Nasarawa United…
…Dimension of Ecological Transition Project, reaffirming its commitment to ensuring that Nigeria's transition to a low-carbon economy creates decent jobs, protects workers and promotes inclusive economic growth. The project, funded by the French Government through the ILO's technical cooperation programme, was launched…
Nigeria may face a lubricant supply squeeze in the coming months as tightening global base oil supplies and rising prices limit imports into West Africa, according to a report by global energy and commodity intelligence firm Argus. The report, based on insights from Argus' Head of Base Oil Pricing, Gabriella Twinning,…
…sunset, Ajuye used to disappear.Nestled along a dusty farming corridor in North Central Nigeria, the community of Ajuye was a place that fell still after sunset. Once darkness settled over its market stalls and clay walled compounds, businesses closed early, generators sputtered to a halt and much of the town retreated…
…reduction from the previous price and is expected to further intensify competition in Nigeria's downstream petroleum sector. The new N50-per-litre ex-gantry price reduction marks the second cut within seven days, bringing the price down from N1,175 to N1,125 per litre and now to N1,075 per litre. Findings by The PUNCH…
The Lagos State Government says it will become the first sub-national government in Nigeria to independently procure antiretroviral medicines for people living with HIV, with the first shipment expected to arrive before the end of August. The Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos State AIDS Control Agency, Folakemi Anim…
…bursary grants to about 580 indigent students studying in tertiary institutions across Nigeria. A total of 100 postgraduate students under the scheme received N100,000 each, while 480 undergraduate students received N50,000 each to support their academic pursuits. Speaking during the disbursement ceremony held at the M…
…that the commission acknowledged the contribution of traditional institutions to Nigeria’s democratic process. She said the backing of revered traditional institutions had continued to strengthen public confidence in elections and enhance the credibility of the country’s democratic system. Addressing the monarch, she s…
The Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria, Dr. Donald Ofili, has assured Nigerians that the council will continue to guarantee reliable laboratory test results, strengthen patient safety and sustain reforms aimed at deepening public confidence in the country's health…
…in the charge, alleged that the defendants conspired in 2020 and made "a false Nigerian International Passport No. A07535463 with the name Tali Shani. The prosecution further alleged that Ozekhome helped Ponfa to impersonate Tali Shani in 2020. EFCC claimed that together, they allegedly created a fake "Irrevocable Powe…
…van Dijk and Kim Min-jae, with Fernandez now emerging as an unexpected option. The Nigerian international had a remarkable season with Rangers last year, participating in 33 matches across all competitions and netting six goals. At 24 years old, he is formidable in aerial duels and presents a significant threat during…
For nearly two decades, Nigeria’s National Identity Number (NIN) has primarily served as a means of verifying identity for services such as opening bank accounts, SIM registration, and access to government programmes. The newly signed National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act, 2026, exclusively obtained by Tec…
…new policy is a practical response to the alarming statistics showing that millions of Nigerian children drop out before completing their secondary education, stressing that uninterrupted access to education will strengthen the nation's human capital development. He said, "This is one of the most important educational…
…that informed the advisory. University issues travel advisory to staff, students over Nigeria's security concerns
The Nigerian naira traded with relative stability against the United States dollar on Thursday, July 2, 2026, across the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market, as the gap between both segments remained narrow. According to live foreign exchange data, the official NFEM exchange rate st…
The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC, Omoyele Sowore, says Nigeria has not become a democratic nation. Sowore made this statement on Wednesday when he appeared as a guest in an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time’. This is shortly after he got out from the Kuje correctional facility fo…
…called for governance reforms, increased funding and stronger collaboration to address Nigeria's growing healthcare challenges. The retreat brought together the university management, former provosts, directors of research institutes, medical researchers, policymakers, development partners and alumni to chart a new dir…
Good morning! Here is today's summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. The Presidency has cleared Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to the President, of the bribery allegations levelled against him by Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, an acclaimed Director General of the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council/Pres…
Nigeria’s public institutions exist to deliver education, healthcare, infrastructure, and essential services to millions of people. When talented young people consistently choose to build their careers elsewhere, those institutions lose something they cannot easily replace: fresh thinking, high expectations, and the en…
…per dollar on Tuesday. Similarly, the naira appreciated to N1,369 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, NFEM . Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, showed that the indicative exchange rate for the market fell to N1,369 per dollar from N1,376 per dollar on Tuesday, indicating N7 appreciation for the…
For 105 years, the CPC has remained true to its founding mission. For 55 years, China and Nigeria have stood together through thick and thin as good friends and trusted partners. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1971, our two countries have weathered changes in the international landscape by standing…