Kano-Maradi Rail Project Nears 60% Completion, Says Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has announced that the Kano–Maradi rail project, which stood at just five per cent completion when he assumed office in 2023, is now approaching 60 per cent completion. The President made this known in Abuja at the 2nd International

by News Editor

September 16, 2025

Politics·Grassroots

Ijebu Ode LG Chair Inaugurates 57 Aides To Governor Abiodun

Chairman of Ijebu Ode Local Government Area, Dare Alebiosu, has formally inaugurated 57 newly appointed consultants, senior political assistants, and political assistants to Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun. The ceremony, held at the council secretariat in Itoro, Ijebu Ode, was attended

by News Editor

September 16, 2025

Politics·Headlines·News

Galadima Warns of Chaos if Retired Judge Is Appointed INEC Chairman

A chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Buba Galadima has cautioned that Nigeria could be plunged into unrest if the Federal Government proceeds with an alleged plan to appoint a retired Court of Appeal judge as the next chairman of

by News Editor

September 16, 2025

Politics·Headlines

APC Alleges Plot To Victimise Lawmaker Over Oyo Assembly Loan Controversy

As the Oyo State House of Assembly resumes plenary today after a six-week recess, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has alleged a plot by loyalists of Governor Seyi Makinde to intimidate and victimise Hon. Ibrahim Shittu, the lawmaker representing Saki West Constituency.

by News Editor

September 16, 2025

News Update·Education

Ex-OAU VC Warns Of Imminent Nigerian University System Collapse, Calls For Urgent Bailout

Former Vice-Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Prof. Wande Abimbola, has raised alarm over what he described as the impending collapse of Nigeria’s university system unless the Federal Government takes urgent steps to rescue it. Speaking as a guest on the

by News Editor

September 16, 2025

News Update·Economy·Foreign News

Nigeria, Angola Ink Landmark Pacts On Drug Control, Cultural, Economic Cooperation

Nigeria and the Republic of Angola have signed a series of landmark agreements covering the fight against illicit drug production and trafficking, as well as cultural and economic cooperation. The agreements were concluded during the 5th Session of the Nigeria–Angola Bilateral Economic

by News Editor

September 16, 2025

News·Headlines

Abuja Court Hears Nnamdi Kanu’s Request For Medical Transfer

The Federal High Court in Abuja will today (Monday) hear an application seeking the transfer of Nnamdi Kanu, detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), from the Department of State Services (DSS) custody to the National Hospital, Abuja, for

by News Editor

September 16, 2025

News·Economy

Nigeria Steps Up IMO Council Campaign With Diplomatic Push In New York

Nigeria’s bid for a seat on the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council under Category C has gained fresh momentum with a high-level diplomatic reception hosted in New York. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, addressed Permanent Representatives of African

by News Editor

September 16, 2025

News·Headlines·Politics

ADA: Nigeria Needs A New Political Order Beyond APC, PDP

The All Democratic Alliance (ADA) has urged Nigerians, particularly the youth and women to rally behind its mission to “rescue and rebuild” the country, insisting that the two dominant political parties have run out of moral capital to lead. ADA, which is

by News Editor

September 16, 2025

News·Headlines·Politics

Hashim Vanguard Warns Against ‘Spoiler’ Plot Involving Jonathan

The North-West chapter of the Gbenga Hashim Vanguard has raised alarm over what it called a plot to use former President Goodluck Jonathan as a “spoiler” in the build-up to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential primary for the 2027 elections. The

by News Editor

September 16, 2025

News Update

Peter Obi Urges National Unity During Visit To Olubadan-Designate

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on Nigerians across ethnic, religious, and political lines to embrace love and unity as a foundation for building a better country. Obi made the appeal on Sunday during a courtesy visit to

by News Editor

September 15, 2025

Economy·Grassroots

Lagos Cuts Minimum Land Size For Estate Development To 5,000sqm

The Lagos State Government has reduced the minimum land size required for estate development from 10,000 square metres to 5,000 square metres. The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, disclosed this during the ministry’s maiden Quarterly Media Parley

by News Editor

September 15, 2025

Economy

Commercial Banks Mobilise N2.5tr In First Half Of 2025 Amid Recapitalisation Drive

Commercial banks in Nigeria have collectively raised an estimated N2.5 trillion in fresh capital within the first six months of 2025 as part of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) ongoing recapitalisation programme. This was disclosed in the 20th edition of the

by News Editor

September 15, 2025

Politics·Economy

Be Patience, Tinubu’s Reforms Will Deliver Long-Term Gains- Akpabio Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged Nigerians to remain patient and hopeful as President Bola Tinubu’s administration implements sweeping reforms, assuring that the measures are designed to secure lasting prosperity. Speaking as chairman

by News Editor

September 15, 2025

Politics·Grassroots·Headlines

‘I’ve Not Announced Any Governorship Or Senate Bid’ – Obasa

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has debunked claims that he has announced his political plans ahead of the 2027 general elections. Reacting to widespread speculation following his appearance on TVC’s Beyond The Headlines, Obasa clarified that

by News Editor

September 15, 2025

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Kano-Maradi Rail Project Nears 60% Completion, Says Tinubu

Ijebu Ode LG Chair Inaugurates 57 Aides To Governor Abiodun

Galadima Warns of Chaos if Retired Judge Is Appointed INEC Chairman

APC Alleges Plot To Victimise Lawmaker Over Oyo Assembly Loan Controversy

Ex-OAU VC Warns Of Imminent Nigerian University System Collapse, Calls For Urgent Bailout

Nigeria, Angola Ink Landmark Pacts On Drug Control, Cultural, Economic Cooperation

Abuja Court Hears Nnamdi Kanu’s Request For Medical Transfer

Nigeria Steps Up IMO Council Campaign With Diplomatic Push In New York

ADA: Nigeria Needs A New Political Order Beyond APC, PDP

Hashim Vanguard Warns Against ‘Spoiler’ Plot Involving Jonathan

Peter Obi Urges National Unity During Visit To Olubadan-Designate

Lagos Cuts Minimum Land Size For Estate Development To 5,000sqm

Commercial Banks Mobilise N2.5tr In First Half Of 2025 Amid Recapitalisation Drive

‘I’ve Not Announced Any Governorship Or Senate Bid’ – Obasa

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