The United States has commended Nigeria’s response to recent attacks in the Middle Belt and urged the government to sustain efforts to protect communities in Plateau State. The US Department of State’s Bureau of African Affairs made the call in a post on X on Tuesday, with particular emphasis on communities in Barkin L…

…of plenary, where he also highlighted the rising cost of living and its impact on Nigerian households. Akpabio called for early preparation for floods, adequate protection of vulnerable communities and prompt delivery of relief materials to victims. “A warning must lead to preparation, preparation must lead to protecti…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited recorded a 33 per cent increase in profit after tax, to N7.2tn in 2025, despite a decline in revenue amid falling crude oil prices and reduced product volumes. The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Bayo Ojulari, disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja during a med…

The United States and Nigeria are advancing security cooperation, with the planned acquisition of 12 AH-1Z Viper helicopters by Nigeria expected to strengthen the country’s defence capabilities. The United States Mission in Nigeria disclosed this in a post on its official X handle on Tuesday, describing the proposed ac…

…Tuesday's AFCON qualifier against Guinea-BissauThe 20-year-old scored on debut to help Nigeria come from behind to beat Madagascar 2-1 in Uyo four days earlierChelle also revealed that two or three other players in the squad fell ill in camp ahead of the decisive Group L fixturePAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new…

…has over a decade of experience in business journalism, with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.The Federal High Court in Abuja has ruled that the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) must continue issuing petroleum products import licences…

Anambra Attorney General Tobe Nweke SAN wrote to the Nigerian Police directing them to investigate complaints from women denied property inheritanceThe AG's letter, signed personally and shared with journalists on Monday, September 26, 2026, cited a specific law to back the prosecution pushDenying women and girls the r…

GistReel The naira traded at ₦1,321.44 to the US dollar at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, while the greenback changed hands for as much as ₦1,385 in the parallel market. In the parallel market, currency dealers were buying the dollar at around ₦1,375 and selling it at approx…

Asa Asika confirmed that he and Davido jointly own a Nigerian football club called Inter LagosAsika revealed the club on a podcast, noting it had just earned promotion from the National LeagueThe music executive described their football investment as part of a broader long-term business strategyPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legi…

…of the post has not gone unnoticed. With 2Baba's marital situation making waves across Nigerian social media, Annie's declaration of divine identity struck many as a quiet but powerful statement about where she stands.The post is the latest in a series of moves that suggest Annie is embracing a new chapter following th…

…covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.Nigeria’s naira has stayed off the list of Africa’s 10 weakest currencies by nominal exchange rate in September 2026, even as several currencies across the continent continue to struggle against the US dollar.The development offers a not…

…is now likely to shift to other major filling station operators, including the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, as consumers look for signs of broader price reductions.Competition among filling stations could become increasingly important if marketers continue to receive products at lower depot prices.Niger…

LAGOS — Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and her husband, Ivara Esege, have asked the Lagos State High Court to dismiss a suit filed by Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital seeking to halt the coroner’s inquest into the death of their 21-month-old son, Nkanu Adichie-Esege. Counsel to Adichie and Esege, Kemi Pin…

The National Orientation Agency, NOA, Osun State Directorate, has urged Nigerians to prioritise heart health and adopt healthier lifestyles to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. The agency made the call in a statement by its spokesperson, Bunmi Olaseinde, on behalf of the State Director, Adebiyi Adefarasin Ste…

Brentford defender, Michael Kayode can no longer represent Nigeria at the international level. This is as the defender made a cap-tying appearance for Italy in their win over Türkiye on Monday. Born in Borgomanero, Italy, Kayode was previously eligible to represent the Super Eagles through his Nigerian parentage. Despi…

…his pre-match press conference. The highly anticipated encounter will kick off at 5 p.m. Nigerian time. AFCON 2027Q: Guinea-Bissau coach unfazed by pitch ahead of Super Eagles clash

…had threatened to resume the industrial action if the issues remained unresolved. The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors expressed solidarity with the LAUTECH doctors and warned that failure to resolve the issues could lead to regional and national industrial action. NARD listed among the demands the payment of M…

…and foodborne infections, registered dietician-nutritionists have urged Nigerians to desist from boiling unpeeled and unwashed eggs and rice together in the same pot. The food experts explained that bacteria, such as Salmonella and E. coli, may be present on eggshells and could contaminate the rice as the egg and rice…

…sites, where work replaces school and protection becomes harder to enforce In Nigeria, one of Africa’s biggest economies, childhood can begin with a workday. While many children his age are getting ready for school, 10-year-old Ibukun Oluwa is already at an unfinished building in Ilasamaja, a low-income neighbourhood i…

…not be confirmed whether the talks had taken place, owing to the time difference between Nigeria and New York.

…asked the Independent National Electoral Commission and political actors to ensure that Nigerians are allowed to freely choose their leaders in a free, fair and credible 2027 election. Cardinal Onaiyekan stated this on Monday in Abuja when he received the Savannah Centre for Diplomacy, Democracy and Development and the…

…and financial technology applications have reached 88 per cent of smartphone users in Nigeria as consumers increasingly turn to mobile devices for payments, transfers and other financial transactions, a new report has revealed. The Nigeria Smartphone Study 2025, conducted by KPMG Nigeria and Orange Group, found that ba…

The Aviation Ground Handlers Association of Nigeria has directed its members to stop providing services to XEJET Airline over an outstanding debt estimated at N300m. The association announced the directive on Monday, accusing the airline of repeatedly failing to honour payment arrangements reached with ground handling…

…that an International Chamber of Commerce arbitration tribunal in Paris had ruled in Nigeria’s favour in the dispute, which had constituted a major legal hurdle to the development of the project. President Tinubu subsequently described the ruling as an important development for the long-delayed Mambilla project and ind…

…his expanding refining operations, highlighting the growing feedstock requirements as Nigeria seeks to establish itself as a regional refining hub. Dangote, represented by the Chief Economist of Dangote Refinery, Dr. Hassan Mahmood, at the 3rd Nigeria Oil Refining Summit, NORS 2026, in Lagos, said the company’s 650,000…