Ukraine war
EU adopts new Russia sanctions amid Ukraine ceasefire push
Foreign ministers formally adopted the EU's 17th package of sanctions and also called on the United States to mount more pressure on Russia if Moscow doesn't agree on a ceasefire....
Ukraine War: Putin insists on addressing Russia’s initial grievances
President Vladimir Putin of Russia on Tuesday restated his position on the terms of ending the ongoing military campaign in Ukraine, insisting that the original reasons for which his country...
Russia finally turns down U.S. peace proposals on Ukraine war
Peace talks between the United States and Russia have seemingly stalled, Reuters reported Tuesday, dashing hopes of reprieve for worn out Ukrainian soldiers and troubled President Volodymyr Zelensky who had...
Hopes dim as Russia lays demands for ceasefire with Ukraine
European countries and Ukraine are voicing their loss of confidence in the new peace proposal evolved by President Donald Trump of the United States to bring Russia to a resolution...
Politics
The Nigerian Political Crossroads: Power, promise, and the unfinished nation
By Chris Uba In the bustling streets of Lagos, where yellow buses fight for space with impatient motorcycles and impatient...
SERAP demands explanation for alleged diversion of N55.9bn election funds, presses INEC for contractor list and prosecution
Chris Uba The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission...
Dele Momodu urges opposition unity around Atiku to rescue Nigeria
A week-long celebration marking the birthday of former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, concluded on Wednesday with a high-profile...
Bindow, Binani, Nyako, Barata, other Adamawa ADC leaders unite for Atiku, as ex-VP formally joins coalition party
The former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar on Monday, November 24, 2025, collected his African Democratic Congress (ADC) card...
Success or failure of 2027 elections in your hands, Uzodimma charges editors
Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has declared that the credibility or otherwise of the upcoming 2027 elections will largely...
Business
Metro
Deeper Life Bible Church kicks off the New Year with Special Covenant Services
The Deeper Life Bible Church has announced a special series of Sunday services throughout January 2026, describing the programme as a spiritual launchpad for a “fruitful, fulfilling and victorious” new...
Cross River Government declares zero tolerance for digital violence
By Ani Bassey The Cross River State Government says it will no longer treat cases of digital violence with levity, pledging stronger legal and policy measures to protect women, girls...
Bayelsa Education Fund, British Council conclude training of 1,000 teachers
The Bayelsa Education Development Trust Fund (EDTF) and the British Council on Monday commenced the training of the last batch of 400 public school teachers to wrap up the partnership...
Sanwo-Olu seeks investor backing to fast-track Lekki–Epe International Airport
l-r: Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma, his Lagos State counterpart, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu; Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume and Managing Director/CEO, Federal Airports Authority...
Sports
FIFA U-20 World Cup: Nigeria join S/Africa, Morocco to reach R-16
Nigeria, Monday morning, joined South Africa and Morocco to reach the knock-out Round of 16 stage of the ongoing FIFA U-20 World Cup holding in the South American country of...
Sanwo-Olu endorses partnership with NBA Nigeria for development of basketball
l-r: Chairman/CEO of Yinka Folawiyo Group and NBA Investor, Mr. Tunde Folawiyo with Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu during a courtesy visit by NBA at the Lagos House,...
Integral named Nigeria’s exclusive sales agent, of on location for FIFA World Cup 26TM hospitality sales
On Location, appointed by FIFA as the Official Hospitality Provider of the FIFA World Cup 26 TM, have announced Integral as their Nigerian Exclusive Sales Agent for the tournament. As...
Talent hunt, best goal of Abia Soccer Fest – Asomugha
From Boniface Okoro Capt. Eric Asomugha, Vice Chairman, Local Organising Committee of Abia Soccer Fest Vice Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC), Captain Eric Iheanacho Asomugha, says the cardinal...
Opinion
How Not to Take Advantage of Government’s Enabling Environment By Private Sector Operators – FTZs DILLEMA
By Perching Hawk It is globally accepted that meaningful national socio-economic development is hinged among others on the ability of...
Will Nigerian masses remember Buhari as hero or villain?
Sopuruchi Onwuka Former Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari, who died in London hospital and is mourned by the Nigerian political elite...
Setting the Record Straight: President Tinubu’s Role in the June 12 Struggle
By Bayo Onanuga The attention of the Presidency has been drawn to recent comments made by Alhaji Sule Lamido, former...
Religious Diversity at Home: A Tribute to Remi Tinubu.
By Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim, CFR First Lady ,Remi Tinubu In a home where the husband is a Muslim and the...
Factually Addressing Mr. Peter Obi’s Criticism of Nigeria at Johns Hopkins University
On Thursday, April 24, 2025, former Governor Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate for the 2023 election, was at...
Entertainment
Amstel Malta lights up Christmas with Festiville debut, citywide glow, and star-studded yuletide fun
Chris Uba Aba, Enugu, Port Harcourt — Amstel Malta, Nigeria’s leading premium malt brand, is turning up the festive cheer...
A Lagos Love Letter: Heineken’s ode to the city of cities brings fashion week to a dazzling close
There was no better way to close out Heineken Lagos Fashion Week than with Heineken taking the runway. On November...
‘How Depression Saved My Life’ — Memoir by Chude Jideonwo officially released, now in stores and on Amazon
Media entrepreneur and host of the viral talk show #WithChude, Chude Jideonwo, has officially released his deeply personal memoir, How...
Knorr and Rachael Okonkwo celebrate flavours, traditions of the South East at the August meeting and Ofala Festival
Rachael Okonkwo, beloved Nollywood star and cultural icon, teamed up with Knorr, Nigeria’s leading seasoning brand, to bring flavour, festivity,...
Desperados delivers the ultimate gen z party experience in Ibiza
When Desperados touched down in Ibiza, the island didn’t know what hit it. Nigerian energy collided with Elrow’s legendary vibes...
Education
E-Platform
Telecom stakeholders push expansion of virtual operators
Key stakeholders in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector have called for greater collaboration and strategic market positioning to unlock the untapped potential of Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). The resolution emerged from...
MTN and MTV Base call for joint efforts to protect children online
Policymakers, businesses and civil society have a critical joint role to play in protecting young people from online harm and fostering a safe digital environment. This was the key message...
GITEX 2025: MTN pushes for regional integration in telecommunications
MTN Nigeria on Wednesday advocated for regional integration in telecommunications to help lower data and roaming charges, making cross-border communication seamless and more affordable. Mr Ayham Moussa, Chief Operating Officer,...
MTN seeks collaboration on opportunities, challenges of AI
MTN Nigeria on Tuesday in Abuja called on the public and private sectors to collaborate with it to address the challenges and opportunities inherent in Artificial Intelligence (AI) development in...
Crime
Police manhunt for killers of their colleague heighten tension at Amarata in Yenagoa
The manhunt for the assailants of a policeman deployed for patrol in Amarata, a suburb notorious for violent cult rivalry...
Passenger who assaulted Ibom Air hostess remanded in Kirikiri as AON imposes no-fly life ban on her
Ms Comfort Emmanson, the passenger accused of assaulting airline officials aboard an Ibom Air flight from Uyo to Lagos, has...
Police, community step in after Uche Ukeje suffers racist attack
Sopuruchi Onwuka The Nigerian woman who was rattled by racist graffiti on the wall of her home in Strabane, Ireland...
Fifteen Asians jailed for internet scams
A Nigerian court jailed 15 Asians for "cyber-terrorism and internet fraud", the national anti-graft agency said, one of the largest...
Trump slams Harvard for hosting pro-terrorist agitators
Sopuruchi Onwuka President Trump of the United States has blamed his administration's decision to bar Harvard University from enrolling international...
Insurance
AIICO reimagines future of insurance protection, launches new brand identity
AIICO Plc has officially unveiled its refreshed brand identity, marking a significant milestone in its evolution as one of Nigeria’s most trusted and established insurance institutions. (From left): Mrs. Bisola...
AIICO deepens insurance penetration with new All-in-One protection solution
Top underwiter, AIICO Plc has moved to deepen insurance penetration of the market to reach the underserved population across the country with the official launch of its groundbreaking product, the...
NSITF injects over N1bn into economy through workers’ compensation payouts
The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has disbursed over ₦1 billion in compensation to employees and families of deceased workers, providing a significant financial buffer for households affected by...
NSITF set to shine at Lagos International Trade Fair, holds Special Day Wednesday
The Lagos Region of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) is set to take the spotlight at the ongoing Lagos International Trade Fair, as it hosts its Special Day...
Interview
Money Market
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Access Holdings records N3.9trn gross earnings in nine months
Access Holdings PLC (“the Group” or “the Company”) today announced its nine-month ended September 30, 2025 (“Q3 2025”) results, recording gross earnings of ₦3.9trillion, which represented a rise by 14.1%...
UBA unveils whitepaper on Africa’s financial infrastructure
Africa's Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, is set to reinforce its role in shaping the continent's financial ecosystem with the launch of its landmark whitepaper. The whitepaper,...
CBN reaffirms commitment to deepen financial inclusion
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening financial inclusion, promoting digital transformation, and maintaining monetary stability to...
CBN announces reduction of interest rate by 50 basis points to 27%
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria has reduced the country’s interest rate to 27.00 per cent for...
Aviation
Sanwo-Olu seeks investor backing to fast-track Lekki–Epe International Airport
l-r: Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma, his Lagos State counterpart, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu; Secretary to the Government of the...
NIHOTOUR, ABs lead charge over Presidency directive on improving Nigeria’s travel experience
President Bola Tinubu has mandated the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Mrs Hannatu Musawa, and her Aviation...
Air peace to begin Lagos–São Paulo flights in November-CEO
Mr Allen Onyema, Air Peace CEO, has announced that the airline will commence direct flights from Lagos to São...
Tinubu’s state visit to Brazil: Air Peace to begin direct flight from Lagos to Sao Paulo
Presidente da República, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, durante cerimônia de assinatura de atos com o Presidente da República Federal...
FG reduces Kwam1 ban, withdraws charges for Emmanson
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has announced decisive resolutions on the recent incidents involving Ms. Comfort Emmanson...
Health/Living
Travel and hospitality
NIHOTOUR, ABs lead charge over Presidency directive on improving Nigeria’s travel experience
President Bola Tinubu has mandated the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Mrs Hannatu Musawa, and her Aviation...
ITPN tasks newly-inducted Fellows with exemplary character, professional excellence
Institute for Tourism Professionals of Nigeria (ITPN) has charged its newly-inducted Fellows to remain good ambassadors of the school by...
US embassies to resume processing Harvard student visas
In compliance to an order issued by US District Judge Allison Burroughs, the government of the United States has required...
Trump bans citizens of 12 countries from entering US
President Donald Trump Wednesday declared a ban on citizens of 12 countries mainly from Africa and Middle East from entering...
Abia, foreign firm plan 5-star hotel as govt. positions Aba as choice destination for commerce, confabs, tourism
L-R: Commissioner for Justice & Attorney-General, Mr Ikechukwu Ueannah, Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, Director-General, GADA, Mr Uche Ukeje...
Energy
The unfortunate alteration of the Tax Administration Act: Let us thread with care!
By Muhammad Nami We woke up to a shocking report from the National Assembly that specific provisions of the Tax Administration Act had been amended by an unidentified group before...
Millions worldwide set for Deeper Life Global December Retreat 2025
Christians across the globe are preparing for a powerful spiritual encounter as the Deeper Life Global December Retreat 2025 takes center stage from December 24 to 28, 2025. The annual...
IMF, Ethiopia seal reform milestone with new $261m funding deal
By Chris Uba The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with the Ethiopian government on the fourth review of the country’s four-year Extended Credit Facility (ECF), paving...
A Change in Guard: What it means when a defence minister steps down
The recent resignation of Mohammed Badaru Abubakar as Nigeria’s Minister of Defence — and the swift installation of Christopher Gwabin Musa in his place — comes at a critical moment...
International News
AfDB Group rallies Stock Exchanges to reinvent Africa’s financial future
* African stock exchanges will be a crucial lever for financing African economies The African Development Bank Group on Tuesday...
AfDB chief joins global push to turn youth into economic powerhouse
Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, President of the African Development Bank Group, participates in the World Bank Group's High-Level Advisory Council...
Israel, Hamas agree Trump peace deal, as multinational force begins search for captives in Gaza
Israel and the Palestinian group, Hamas formally signed a peace deal brokered by United States President, Mr. Donald Trump, ending...
Egypt President al-Sisi reiterates support for El-Enany’s UNESCO D-G candidacy
President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi of Egypt says support for the Egyptian candidate for UNESCO, Khaled El-Enany, will maintain African unity...
EU states agree on post-war measures for Ukrainians to return home
EU countries agreed Tuesday on a coordinated approach to return displaced Ukrainians, when conditions allow, and offering eligible refugees legal...
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