More Nigerians gained access to foreign exchange in 2025, significantly increasing their spending on business travel abroad by 366 per cent to $672.27m in the first nine months of the year, compared to $144.19m recorded during the same period in 2024. Figures contained in the Balance of Payments section of the December 2025 Quarterly Statistics released by the Central Bank of Nigeria showed that business travel expenditure reached $231.7m in […]
Opposition political parties and several civil society organisations have strongly criticised President Bola Tinubu’s assent to the Electoral Act 2026 (Amendment), describing the development as a major setback for Nigeria’s democratic evolution and warning that it could undermine the credibility of the 2027 general elections. President Bola Tinubu signed the amended Electoral Act into law around 5 p.m. on Wednesday at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja, in the […]
The monarch of Agamọ Community in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, Oba Kehinde Falodun, has reportedly been killed by suspected bandits in a violent attack that has sent shockwaves across the area. The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday evening when armed men stormed the monarch’s palace in an apparent attempt to abduct him. According to reports, the attackers, said to be about ten in number, arrived heavily […]
A former Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mike Igini, has warned that the proposed amendment to the Electoral Act could put presiding officers at risk during the 2027 general elections. Igini said the controversial bill could reintroduce a system similar to the former incident form, particularly in situations where election officials claim there is no network connectivity to transmit results electronically. He explained that such situations could create tension at polling units, […]
The Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic, Salihu Sanusi Avidime, has called on staff members to support ongoing reforms aimed at improving the institution’s performance and strengthening its academic standards. Avidime made the appeal during a familiarisation visit to the institution’s Utakpe campus, where he met with staff and stakeholders as part of his early engagements following his recent assumption of office. He said the visit was necessary to understand staff […]
Three individuals have been arraigned before the Ejioku Magistrate Court in Ibadan over their alleged involvement in the assault of firefighters during an emergency response in the city. The suspects were brought before the court on Monday and charged with conspiracy and conduct likely to breach public peace. The case was presided over by Magistrate Marcus Omolara. The charges stem from an incident that occurred in the Oki area of […]
The Christian Association of Nigeria has called for inclusive governance, effective policy implementation, and national unity as Christians observe Ash Wednesday. In a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja, CAN President Daniel Okoh said the period offers an opportunity for reflection on the country’s condition and the responsibilities of both leaders and citizens in shaping the future of Nigeria. The association noted that the nation is currently facing significant social […]
The Kano State Censorship Board has directed the immediate closure of all entertainment centres across Kano State for the duration of the Ramadan fasting period. The directive, which takes effect from 10:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, applies to event centres, popularly known as gala houses, as well as Disc Jockeys and other entertainment operators. Public Relations Officer of the board, Abdullahi Sani Sulaiman, said the decision was taken […]
A newly completed motor park named after Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is set to be officially opened in Ebute Metta, Lagos. The facility, known as the Lagos State Council Motor Park, includes the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Motor Park and an Emergency Unit designed to provide support services for members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW). It is located along Atitebi, Apapa Road. The Lagos State […]
Afrobeats singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has sparked widespread debate after calling for severe punishment for rapists amid growing concerns over sexual assault in Nigeria. In a post shared on X on Tuesday night, the singer expressed anger over the rising cases of sexual violence, urging both citizens and authorities to take stronger action against perpetrators. She stated that rapists should face extreme punishment, including castration and death. […]
