Prominent human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has cautioned federal and state governments against engaging in negotiations with terrorists and bandits, arguing that such actions violate Nigeria’s anti-terrorism laws and could carry severe legal consequences. Falana made the remarks while delivering the keynote address at the Second Annual General Meeting of…
The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, has appointed Nigerian development expert and diplomat Ahunna Eziakonwa as his new Special Adviser on Africa, marking another significant milestone for Nigeria’s representation within the global organization. The announcement was made on Friday by the United Nations, which confirmed that Eziakonwa will succeed Cristina Duarte of Cabo Verde in…
Galatasaray have reportedly turned down a record €120 million bid from Atletico Madrid for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, despite growing interest from several top European clubs.
President Bola Tinubu says more than 124,000 terrorists and their dependents have surrendered to Nigerian authorities since 2023 under Operation Safe Corridor, describing the development as a major milestone in the country’s ongoing counterinsurgency and security efforts. The President made the disclosure during his national address to mark Nigeria’s 27th Democracy Day celebration, noting that…
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) says more than ₦206 billion has been disbursed to students and tertiary institutions across the country within the past two years, in what officials describe as a major step toward expanding access to higher education in Nigeria. A member of the NELFUND Board, Umar Faruk-Lawal, disclosed this while speaking…
The Central Bank of Nigeria plans to expand eNaira use under its Payments System Vision 2028, potentially enabling salaries, pensions, and welfare payments through the digital currency.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued a strong critique of Nigeria’s democratic journey, arguing that the system has failed to deliver meaningful improvements in the lives of ordinary citizens under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In an open letter released to mark Democracy Day, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said the true measure…
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has provided a fresh update on the ongoing efforts to rescue the students and teachers abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area, revealing that intelligence reports indicate the victims are still being held within the expansive Old Oyo National Park. The governor shared the update in his latest newsletter,…
SpaceX has officially entered a new chapter in its history after making its highly anticipated debut on the Nasdaq stock exchange under the ticker symbol SPCX. The listing marks the largest initial public offering ever recorded, solidifying the aerospace giant’s position among the most valuable companies in the United States. The company raised an extraordinary…
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss the Black Stars’ 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Panama after Canadian authorities denied his visa application, FIFA has confirmed.
