Sixty-six years after independence, Nigeria stands at a familiar crossroads, one foot in genuine progress, the other still mired in the same questions that have trailed the nation since 1960: security, poverty, unemployment, and the shape democracy should ultimately take. In his address to the nation, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reflected on Nigeria's 66-year journey, acknowledging the historical weight of military rule, economic crises, and political upheaval that have shaped […]

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has urged Nigerians to remain patriotic and prioritise peace, unity and justice as the country approaches another electoral season. Jonathan made the call in an Independence Day message posted on his X platform on Thursday as Nigeria marked its 66th anniversary. He said Nigeria had faced numerous challenges since gaining independence in 1960 but had continued to overcome them through the resilience of its people. Jonathan […]

Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has consistently defended the club amid the Premier League’s investigation into 115 alleged breaches of its financial rules. Guardiola has repeatedly said he trusted City’s leadership and maintained that the club should be presumed innocent until proven guilty. He also said he would accept the outcome of the independent process if the club were eventually found to have breached the rules. Throughout the case, […]

The General Court Martial hearing the alleged coup plot case involving some military officers has postponed its ruling for the fourth time. The ruling, initially scheduled for Wednesday, September 30, has been moved to Monday, October 5, 2026, at the Scorpion Officers’ Mess, Asokoro, Abuja. The military did not give a reason for the postponement. The ruling concerns the admissibility of statements allegedly obtained from some of the accused officers. […]