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A speeding female driver died in a lone Lagos road crash at Mongoro after losing control and hitting a building. LASTMA warns against reckless driving.
*Imole campaign council alerts nation, international community, IGP on unsettled political climate in state *Olawepo-Hashim urges people to stand with party despite gov’s alleged disloyalty, reject Tinubu’s endorsement *AAC: debate boycott
Axxela Limited, Nigeria’s leading gas infrastructure company, has celebrated the achievement of 10 million Lost Time Injury (LTI)-free manhours across its operations while securing recognition from two of Nigeria’s foremost
* ‘If we don’t do anything, we’ll go down to 3% or even 2%,’ CEO warns *Cites feedstock supply challenge *Force majeure on Bonny Island gas plant remains 45 months after
Group expected to pause further increases in Q4 Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies (OPEC+) has approved a further increase in crude oil
Defends Tinubu’s economic reforms, says debt remains sustainable Accuses opposition of using outdated data to criticise government Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The Presidency yesterday launched a defence of President Bola Tinubu’s
*Eight others undergoing final verification as regulator concludes review within 14 days *Commission declares new capital regime will drive $1tn economy, usher stronger insurers to finance infrastructure, absorb larger risks,
Onyebuchi Ezigbo in Abuja The House Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has alleged that some ministries, agencies and departments were hindering its efforts to conclusively address complaints brought before it.
Kuni Tyessi in Abuja The federal government has upgraded the Safe Schools Initiative with the establishment of a full-fledged Safe Schools Department within the Federal Ministry of Education to provide
Boniface Okoro in Umuahia Stakeholders of Bende Local Government Area in Abia State have dissociated themselves from a purported endorsement of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon.
Nigeria exported 182.2 million barrels of crude oil worth N24.02tn in H1 2026, driven by high international oil prices. Learn more about crude oil exports.
*PDP hails commission for publication Chuks Okocha in Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of candidates for the 2027 general elections, confirming the exclusion
Nigeria’s insurance industry has completed its year-long recapitalisation exercise with 43 insurance and reinsurance companies meeting the new minimum capital read more 43 insurers scale industry recapitalisation hurdle as 8 await fate
Trump pauses Iran strikes as deal prospects emerge, but tensions remain high Donald Trump, US President, said he had cancelled read more WORLD IN BRIEF:Trump pauses Iran strikes, Russia’s Africa Corps accused in Mali, IMF approves $1.8bn for Egypt and other stories
Nigeria’s ambitious target of becoming a $1 trillion economy by 2030 is facing an impossible reality. To hit the government’s read more $1 trillion economy will take 14 years
Kayode Tokede Despite persistent macro-economic pressures arising from inflationary trends, high interest rates and geopolitical tensions, Nigeria’s leading corporates demonstrated remarkable resilience in the first half of 2026. At the
Nume Ekeghe Nigeria’s fixed income market remained robust in July 2026, with transactions across Open Market Operation (OMO) Bills, Nigeria Treasury Bills, Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) Bonds and Sukuk
Laleye Dipo in Minna A former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, has described the death of a former Minister of Finance and the Sardauna of Sokoto, Alhaji Alhaji, “as
Despite billions spent, over 6,500 Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) in Nigeria remain non-functional, limiting access to basic medical services for millio
Federal Government approves N50,000 annual ward coat allowance for pharmacists, lab scientists, and 17 other allied health professionals in 71 hospitals.
Pastor Tunde Bakare warns Nigeria’s development hinges on leadership continuity and strong institutions. Discover his insights on governance and nation-bui
INEC’s publication of President Tinubu’s 2027 nomination papers has reignited controversy over his educational qualifications. Learn more about the debate.
The HerStory of Nigeria project inspires schoolgirls by documenting and promoting the history of Nigerian women, equipping them for national development.
A bitter leadership tussle has emerged within the OK Movement, the political support platform for Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, triggering accusations and
The Wike-led PDP faction confirms its 2027 presidential candidate, Sandy Onor, is on INEC’s list, silencing doubters and internal disputes.
30 years after their historic Atlanta triumph, discover what Nigeria’s 1996 Olympic heroes like Chioma Ajunwa and Kanu Nwankwo are doing today.
Nigeria unveils a 12-member para team for the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships in Lagos, marking Africa’s first senior fencing tournament. Learn mor
James Emejo in Abuja Chairman, Alliance for Economic Research and Ethics (AERE), Hon. Dele Oye, has warned that the $4.4 billion Foreign Exchange (FX) turnover recorded in a single week,
James Emejo in Abuja Managing Director/Chief Executive, Bank of Agriculture (BoA), Mr. Ayo Sotinrin, said the institution is abandoning obsolete lending practices in favour of a technology-driven financing model designed