There are growing indications that airfares may rise in the coming weeks following a sharp increase in the cost of aviation fuel, commonly known as Jet A1, a development already putting pressure on airline operations and pointing to higher ticket prices for passengers. The surge in Jet A1 prices is largely linked to the crisis in the Middle East, which has disrupted crude oil production and movement across countries, worsening […]

In a move that has further ignited speculation regarding a unified front for 2027, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, National Leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), hosted a high-profile gathering of opposition leaders at his Kano home this Sunday. The Sallah festivities served as the backdrop for a significant meeting between Kwankwaso and several political heavyweights, including: Peter Obi: The 2023 Labour Party presidential contender, who recently transitioned to the […]

The All Progressives Congress has extended warm greetings to Nigerians, particularly the Muslim faithful, on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, calling for renewed commitment to unity, peace, and compassion. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the ruling party encouraged citizens to uphold the values of Ramadan, including charity, obedience, sacrifice, and self-reflection. The party described Eid-el-Fitr as a significant Islamic celebration that marks the end of […]

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, has cautioned political actors against exploiting religion for political advantage ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at his residence in Ibadan during the Eid el-Fitr celebration, the monarch urged Nigerians to move beyond divisive tendencies, stressing that religion should no longer play a role in the country’s political process. According to him, Nigeria’s evolving democratic landscape does not support the manipulation of […]