President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has restated his firm support for full local government autonomy, stressing that direct financial allocation to local councils remains the most effective way to drive grassroots development across Nigeria. Speaking on the issue recently, the president emphasized that funds meant for Local Government Areas (LGAs) should be sent to them directly,…
The United States Department of Justice has begun releasing long-anticipated records connected to the investigation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, marking a major development in one of the most controversial cases in recent American history. The disclosure, which began on Friday, follows a deadline set by Congress and is expected to provide deeper insight…
Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been appointed as the new captain of Nigeria’s national football team, marking a significant leadership transition for one of Africa’s most decorated sides. The announcement was confirmed on Friday via the official Super Eagles social media handle, which described the appointment as a moment of pride and responsibility for…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has presented a ₦58.1 trillion budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year to a joint session of the National Assembly, outlining what he described as a strong statement of Nigeria’s national priorities rather than a routine financial document. Tagged the “Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience and Shared Prosperity,” the proposal reflects…
Nigeria is on the brink of completing one of its most significant military aviation acquisitions in decades, as it moves closer to taking delivery of 24 M-346FA fighter jets and 10 AW-109 helicopters from Italian aerospace and defence company Leonardo S.p.A. The deal, valued at approximately $1.2 billion, represents a major upgrade to Nigeria’s air…
Popular Nollywood actor and filmmaker Lateef Adedimeji has unveiled his own film village in Ekiti State, marking a major milestone in his career and a significant boost for film production in the state. The newly established Lateef Adedimeji Film Village was recently commissioned in Ekiti State, with Governor Biodun Oyebanji in attendance. The facility is…
Tension flared in Zamfara State on Wednesday after angry youths in Dansadau town, Maru Local Government Area, attacked a state lawmaker over allegations of poor representation and neglect of his constituents. The lawmaker, Kabiru Mikailu, who represents Maru South Constituency in the Zamfara State House of Assembly, was reportedly assaulted by residents when he accompanied…
Nigerian media personality Toke Makinwa has ignited widespread conversation online after sharing her thoughts on the biblical writings of Apostle Paul, saying she feels his letters reflect attitudes that appear unfriendly toward women. Makinwa made the remark during a discussion in which she referenced instructions attributed to Paul in the Bible, including passages that advise…
Farouk Ahmed has resigned from his position as Managing Director of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) following corruption allegations made against him by the Chairman of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote. The development was confirmed on Wednesday by Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, who also announced that Gbenga Komolafe has exited his role…
The Federal Government has officially unveiled a Presidential Executive Order prohibiting the exportation of wood, charcoal, and other allied forest products across Nigeria, in a move aimed at protecting the country’s rapidly depleting forest resources. The announcement was made on Wednesday in Katsina by the Minister of Environment, Alhaji Balarabe Abbas-Lawal, who disclosed that President…
