…reforms, education, healthcare, agriculture, energy, digital infrastructure, financial inclusion and social protection. The single largest approval came in June 2024, when the World Bank approved a $2.25bn financing package comprising the $1.5bn Nigeria Reforms for Economic Stabilisation to Enable Transformation Develo…

…Platts, part of S&P Global Commodity Insights, the Northwest Europe jet CIF cargo financial assessment for July dropped to $981.75 per metric tonne on June 30, down sharply from the all-time high of $1,694.25 per metric tonne recorded on March 30. Similarly, the August contract declined from $1,507.50 per metric tonne…

…will and sincerity. Secondly, government claims that the change is to eliminate financial barriers. How does a change in school system solve that problem? The basic way to eliminate financial barriers is to make education free and available as stated in Chapter Two of the constitution. A refrain of the Tinubu administr…

…benefits in all ramifications. We have canvassed this position over and over again, especially amid the escalation of armed violence in different parts of the federation. We have lost innocent lives in hundreds, even in thousands. Businesses have been crippled while families have been displaced from their comfort zones…

…efforts, student-loan promises, MSME support schemes, business loans and other social-intervention packages. Yet for most citizens, the measures were either too small, too delayed or too poorly coordinated to make a meaningful difference. In practice, they barely dented mass suffering. Worse still, the distribution arc…

…kidnapping, arms trafficking, organised crime, cyber-enabled offences, illicit financial flows, drug trafficking, human trafficking, economic sabotage, and disinformation. These threats reinforce one another, creating complex networks that no single institution can confront alone. This reality demands what security pra…

…further recalled that the same officers were allegedly involved in the extrajudicial killing of another Nigerian, Nnaemeka Mathew Andrew Ekpenyong, on April 20, 2026. "His case is still pending; no arrests have been made, even though the four officers involved are known to the South African Police Service," the stateme…

…Tinubu, AbdulRazaq and party members for the confidence reposed in him. "We appreciate the people of Kwara for giving Kwara North the opportunity to produce the next governor. "Today's rally demonstrates the confidence and support the people have for the leadership of Governor AbdulRazaq and the APC," he said. Muhammad…

The technician, Idris Clement, was killed by the robbers, who invaded his compound in the early hours of Saturday.

…ensembles. Speaking after the match, Osaka said her victory on Centre Court held special significance. "For me, this court is so special. This is the first match I've won on this court. It means a lot," she said. "It's been a long time since I've had so much fun on the court, and to do it here really means a lot." Refl…

…Newcastle midfielder's tame penalty. Nyland again came to Norway's rescue, getting a crucial touch to Martinelli's low drive as it flashed across the goal, denying Guimaraes a simple tap-in. When Martin Ødegaard lost possession on the edge of his own box, Nyland once more saved Norway as he stuck out a leg to thwart Vi…

…PDP said Prince Adeniyi Matthew alleged that Gbajabiamila solicited and received financial inducements to facilitate his appointment into the PFIPC before making further financial demands during the course of his engagement. “The Presidency cannot escape accountability by choosing between corruption and incompetence. I…

…underscores the need to strengthen transparency and accountability in public financial management. The group also urged civil society organisations, the media, professional bodies and other stakeholders to continue advocating for transparency and accountability in public affairs.

…according to a person familiar with the matter. The report, first published by the Associated Press on Sunday, said the source spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorised to discuss the call publicly. According to the source, the White House reached out to FIFA seeking a review of the decision to s…

…of trial by media, misinformation, and deliberate attempts to distract public officials from their constitutional responsibilities," he said. Ajimati praised Gbajabiamila's record in public service, noting that his tenure as a six-term member of the House of Representatives and Speaker of the 9th National Assembly was…

…claiming she earns over N2.5 million monthly has generated widespread reactions on social media, with many Nigerians questioning the claim while others defended the possibility, reigniting conversations around the profitability of small-scale businesses. The short clip, shared on X by #ChuksEricE on Sunday, showed a wo…

…policies to achieve their intended long-term impact. He also called on elected officials to strengthen engagement with party structures, noting that political office holders emerged through political parties and should maintain close relationships with them. “You cannot be a candidate for any election unless you are a…

…Governor and 2027 APC Governorship candidate in the state, on Sunday said many politicians aspiring to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027 lacked the vision required to transform Nigeria. Hamzat stated this while addressing members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) State Chairmen's Forum during their visit to…

…during the rescue operation and also praised the Eda-Oniyo Progressives Association, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and other well-meaning Ekiti indigenes for their support. The governor urged residents to avoid politicising security challenges, stressing the need for unity in addressing issues affecting pu…

…him to ask a question. “To speak to you, some of you, those who do not like us especially — I remember people’s faces very well,” he said grinning. “Listen, I am going to be honest: whatever happens tomorrow, Cristiano Ronaldo will leave with a clear conscience — not 100 percent but 1,000 percent because in life and fo…

…hate speech during election periods. "Participants also acknowledged that while Artificial Intelligence presents opportunities for journalism and civic engagement, it equally poses new risks through synthetic media, manipulated content and automated misinformation campaigns. "Electoral misinformation increasingly explo…

…Parliament, Leire Pajín and Hana Jalloul Muro, as well as senior European Union officials to discuss humanitarian financing, social protection and poverty reduction. The minister's position was contained in a statement issued on his behalf by his Senior Technical Adviser on Information Systems and Data Analysis, Abimbo…

…them with their family members." The governor thanked God for the victims' release, appreciated President Bola Tinubu for his support, and commended the efforts of security agencies, including members of the Hunters' Association. He said, "I must particularly place on record my commendation for the efforts of members o…

…increasingly drives global development, countries investing in computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, software engineering and digital innovation would shape the future. Offering prayers for the institution, she said she hoped every lecture delivered in the complex would inspire excellence, while every grad…

By Chioma Obinna The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called for an independent investigation into allegations that about ₦8.8 trillion in public expenditure was incurred outside Nigeria’s official budget framework. In a statement issued on Sunday and signed by its National Coordinator, Comrade…