Shettima reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to peace, security in West Africa at Ouattara’s inauguration
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday restated Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening peace, security, and stability across West Africa as he represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the inauguration of President Alassane Ouattara in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Shettima, who conveyed President Tinubu’s congratulations to the Ivorian leader, said Nigeria would continue to deepen cooperation with Côte […]
Nigeria poised for prosperity, First Lady predicts lending to other countries by 2026
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has projected a period of unprecedented economic growth for the country, declaring that by 2026, Nigeria will be in a position to lend money to other nations. She made the remarks on Sunday in Ile-Ife, Osun State, shortly after being conferred with the chieftaincy title Yeye Asiwaju Gbogbo Ile […]
Nigeria’s Armed Forces foil coup attempt in Benin Republic
Nigeria’s armed forces played a decisive role in quelling an attempted military coup in the neighbouring Benin Republic on Sunday, restoring constitutional order within hours of the initial takeover. The swift intervention came following urgent requests from the Beninese government after a faction of soldiers seized the country’s national television station and declared the suspension […]
Dangote urges wealthy Nigerians to invest in industries instead of luxury goods
Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man and Chairman of Dangote Group, has urged Nigeria’s affluent class to reconsider extravagant spending on luxury items, including Rolls-Royce cars and private jets, and instead invest in ventures that promote economic growth and create employment opportunities. Speaking after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at Aso Rock Villa on Saturday, […]
APC governors reaffirm support for Tinubu
The growing number of All Progressives Congress (APC) governors, now totaling 25, reflects Nigerians’ increasing confidence in the party’s leadership, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has said. He spoke at the close of the two-day Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF) meeting in Lagos on Saturday, noting that the figure represents a significant rise from the 18 […]
Wizkid’s Son, Champz, sets record as youngest Nigerian artist to reach one million Spotify listeners
Boluwatife Balogun, professionally known as Champz, has etched his name in Nigerian music history by becoming the youngest artist to surpass one million monthly listeners on Spotify. At just 14 years old, the son of global music icon Wizkid has achieved this remarkable milestone shortly after launching his debut EP, ‘Champion’s Arrival’, which has been […]
Rivers PDP lawmakers defect to APC amid party crisis
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticised the recent decision by 17 lawmakers of the Rivers State House of Assembly to leave the party for the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing it as a destabilising move that undermines democratic norms. The mass defection, led by the Speaker, Martin Chike Amaewhule, marks another chapter in an […]
Rivers political faultline widens as Speaker Amaewhule and 16 lawmakers join APC
In a dramatic escalation of a long-running power struggle, Speaker Martin Amaewhule on Friday confirmed that he and 16 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly have left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the All Progressives Congress (APC). Amaewhule announced the collective decision during plenary, telling colleagues that he had notified his […]
Gen. Musa assumes duty as defence minister after senate confirmation, Badaru’s resignation
Retired General Christopher Musa, the immediate past Chief of Defence Staff, formally assumed duty on Friday as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence at the Ministry of Defence. His resumption comes two days after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed him to replace former minister Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, who resigned on health grounds amid rising security concerns. […]
Nigeria’s Defence Minister Badaru resigns amid rising insecurity, Tinubu set to name successor
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has resigned from his post with immediate effect, citing health reasons. The announcement was made late Monday in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu. According to the statement, Badaru submitted a formal resignation letter dated December 1, addressed to […]