…(IMG) regulations, which allow significantly larger renewable energy systems than previously permitted.19 States to Experience Stable Electricity as FG Begins Construction of 48 Interconnected Mini-Grids>Abba Aliyu, managing director of the REA, disclosed this on Thursday, July 23, 2026, in Abuja while hosting a benchm…
Nigeria’s first professor of linguistics and scholar, Emeritus Professor Ayọ Bamgbose, is dead. The 94-year-old professor of linguistics, who was credited with establishing linguistics as an academic discipline in Nigeria, passed away in the early hours of Saturday, ending an era of groundbreaking work in Yoruba langua…
US vice president JD Vance and his wife shares photos of new baby USA Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance have released the first images of their family of six following the arrival of their newborn son, Alec Neel Vance. Alec Neel Vance joins older siblings Ewan, Vivek, and Mirabel. In a statement on his…
…Chief Security Officer to late Head of State, General Sani Abacha, Major Hamza Al-Mustapha, has dismissed claims made by a former Department of State Services (DSS) operative, Mr. Amachree, regarding the final moments of the late military ruler, describing the account as false. Speaking with journalists in Kaduna, Al-M…
The vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has expressed confidence that the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, will honour his pledge to serve only one term if elected in the 2027 presidential election. Kwankwaso stated this during an interview on News Centr…
…existing trade arrangements. The association also commended the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment of Nigeria, Ghana’s Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, the Nigerian and Ghanaian High Commissions, the ECOWAS Trade Directorate, and other stakeholders for their roles in resolving the dispute.…
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…journey.The single mother and Davido had been embroiled in a legal dispute over the custody of their daughter, Imade. Davido later announced that he had dropped the case and explained his reasons for doing so.Mixed reactions trail Sophia Momodu's claim about Imade's upkeep. >Watch
…were resitting exams, repeating modules, completing a doctorate they began under a previous visa, or extending their stay due to a work placement or study abroad programme were not required to meet this condition.Students who had held a valid UK visa for fewer than 12 months also had to provide evidence that they had s…
…including two policemen and a local vigilante. In a statement issued on Saturday in Gusau, the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force (North West), Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, further said troops’ prompt intervention forced the terrorists to abandon five of the chairman’s family m…
…effort, or operational action undertaken by government can or should be discussed publicly. “The fact that certain actions are not publicly announced does not mean that nothing is being done,” the statement added. According to the government, Idris remained committed to safeguarding lives and property across the state.…
At least 16 people were killed in Ukrainian and Russian strikes Saturday, in a deadly fifth summer of war as both sides intensify attacks, with diplomacy at a deadlock. Ukrainian drones also targeted a Siberian oil refinery and the Urals city of Yekaterinburg, escalating strikes deep inside Russia — which it says are a…
…and improve road safety. They said the uncompleted stretch had become a major concern, causing prolonged delays, frequent vehicle breakdown, and increased transportation costs for residents, workers and business owners. Some of the motorists and residents who spoke with NAN in separate interviews on Saturday acknowledg…
• Sophia Momodu went on a furious rant during a live session, directed her anger at critics and her own fanbase• The mother of Davido's first child kicked against social media users trying to force a man on a woman who has moved on• Her outburst sparked a wave of divided reactions online, with fans taking opposing side…
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…in Nigeria. Reports have suggested Joshua and Fury have already agreed terms for a blockbuster all-British showdown later this year, provided both men win their respective warm-up bouts. Joshua begins new chapter Joshua’s fight against Prenga marks the start of a multi-fight agreement and represents the next stage of h…
…are online. According to her, mobile data still costs about 4.2 per cent of monthly household income in parts of the continent—almost double the Broadband Commission’s affordability target—while fixed broadband costs can exceed 15 per cent. The ITU chief also expressed concern that at least **$265m** held in Universal…
In a fresh attack, suspected armed bandits have abducted the Chairman of Bungudu Local Government Area of Zamfara State, Hon. Nura Umar Bungudu, and killed two of his security guards. The rampaging gunmen stormed Bungudu town in the early hours of Saturday and went straight to the council chairman’s residence in the Za…
…was intended to be a brief exchange at the airport lasted over thirty minutes as we discussed major issues dominating Nigeria’s politics. Despite waiting to board his flight, Peter Obi answered every question without appearing rushed. Read Also: Fake agency originated from Buhari government — Budget Office explains PFI…
…Oyedele was quoted as saying the committee’s work would “provide greater certainty for businesses, investors and tax administrators,” and thst the assignment was critical to the successful implementation of the Tax Reform Acts, which came into effect on January 1, 2026. Mr. Raymond Omachi, the Permanent Secretary of th…
…to equip our Armed Forces,” he added. Ndume also commended troops at the frontline for sustaining pressure on insurgents, with what he described as visible results in the North East and other parts of the country. He singled out men of Operation Hadin Kai, especially the 82 Task Force Brigade in Gwoza, for rescuing ove…
Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov signed a five-year contract extension with the Premier League club on Saturday. Khusanov helped City win the FA Cup and League Cup last season, as well as finishing second in the Premier League. The 22-year-old centre-back joined City from French side Lens in January 2025. He…
…our homes. Let’s desist from throwing waste in the drainage. We should dispose of our refuse with the refuse collectors. “When we do this, the issue of flood and disease outbreak will not occur. If we all dump waste in drainage, it will result in clogging and eventual flooding.” She also noted that the monthly environm…
…Ini Edo and actor IK Ogbonna were spotted together on 24 July 2026 as they attended music executive Soso Soberekon’s wedding in Warri. A short video of their casual departure quickly made rounds online, sparking mixed emotions among fans.Viral video of Ini Edo and IK Ogbonna at Soso Soberekon’s wedding stirs memories o…