Nigeria military legacy haunts federalism, governance, and unity 60 years after the January 1966 coup and unification decree
President Bola Tinubu mourns veteran journalist Yakubu Mohammed, praising his courage, legacy in Newswatch, and contributions to Nigerian journalism and nation-building
Atiku Abubakar honours fallen and serving Nigerian soldiers, praising their courage, sacrifice and commitment on Armed Forces Remembrance Day
Nigeria strengthens its position as Africa’s minerals hub with lithium and gold plants for global green energy supply
NUPRC and NRS launch collaboration to strengthen oil and gas revenue collection under new 2026 tax laws
IFC plans $50M investment in Adenia Fund to support African SMEs in renewable energy, healthcare, education, and consumer sectors
Nigeria signs a historic CEPA with UAE to deepen trade, investment, and renewable energy cooperation, opening new opportunities for businesses
President Donald Trump says US control of Greenland is “vital” for national security and his Golden Dome defence project, ahead of talks with Denmark and Greenland
Prosecution witness in Owo church attack trial identifies two defendants and recounts escaping with a damaged leg from an explosive device during the June 2022 attack
A Nigerian caregiver is arrested in Toronto, charged with seven counts of assault against vulnerable adults at a local group home
Nigeria’s N6 trillion FAAC disbursement in Q3 2025 marks record high; states urged to use funds for development projects
Lagos High Court awards $25,000 to Femi Falana over Meta’s false video, ruling the tech giant liable for invasion of privacy and unlawful data processing
CAF will conduct the 2027 AFCON qualifiers draw on Tuesday, starting the road to the tournament with preliminary round fixtures
The NBS will normalise December 2025 inflation data, correcting base effects from CPI rebasing for accurate economic reporting
NASD Exchange market cap rises 106% in 2025 to N2.12tn, driven by new listings, price gains, and stronger performance across equities and digital securities
Maritime agents shut MSC Apapa office in protest over freight increase, citing rising costs and inflation pressures on Nigeria’s import economy
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, 81, seeks a seventh term amid corruption allegations, dynastic concerns, and rising opposition from pop star rival Boni Wine
Manchester United is set to appoint a new interim coach, with Michael Carrick leading talks against Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ahead of the derby
Austin Okocha names Ronaldinho the most skillful player he played with, praising the Brazilian’s unpredictability and instinctive flair
Brentford signs promising teen Kaye Furo from Club Brugge, highlighting the club’s focus on developing young talent with long-term potential