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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that 2026 will usher in a more robust phase of economic growth, expressing optimism that the new year will be more prosperous for the nation and its citizens. In his New Year message titled “2026 Marks the Beginning of a More Robust Phase of Economic Growth,” the President said the economic reforms implemented by his administration are beginning to yield tangible results, with […]

Former President Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has called on Nigerian leaders to prioritise the welfare of citizens and adopt people-centred leadership as the country navigates 2026. Jonathan made the call in his New Year message, where he stressed that unity, shared responsibility, and integrity are critical to Nigeria’s future, especially amid ongoing economic challenges and security concerns. Reflecting on the past year, the former president acknowledged the difficulties many Nigerians […]

Popular Nigerian actress and media personality, Nancy Isime, has announced that she is taking a break from social media to focus on her happiness and personal peace. The 34-year-old made the disclosure via her Instagram page while ushering in the New Year from Mauritius. In her message to fans, Isime revealed that she would be logging off social media indefinitely, describing the decision as part of her usual routine of […]

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has signed the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, approving a total budget size of ₦1.47 trillion for the state. The bill was passed last week by the Kano State House of Assembly during a plenary session presided over by the Speaker, Alhaji Ismail Falgore, after undergoing detailed consideration at the Committee of the Whole and a third reading. Governor Yusuf had earlier presented a […]

Mali and Burkina Faso have announced new travel restrictions on United States nationals in a reciprocal response to Washington’s decision to impose entry bans on citizens of several countries, including the two West African states. The measures were confirmed in separate statements issued by the foreign ministries of both countries and obtained on Wednesday. The two governments said they were applying “equivalent measures” after the administration of US President Donald […]

Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, has dismissed speculation that he plans to defect from the Labour Party (LP), assuring residents and supporters that he remains committed to the party despite the recent defection of its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Governor Otti gave the assurance during the December edition of his monthly media chat with journalists at the State Banquet Hall, Government House, […]

The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, has decorated 35 newly promoted senior officers in a move aimed at strengthening the state’s security architecture. The decoration ceremony, which took place at the command’s headquarters, saw 30 Superintendents of Police (SPs) elevated to the rank of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), while five Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) were promoted to the rank of Superintendent of Police (SP). […]

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has announced his decision to leave the Labour Party and align with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the move as part of his commitment to Nigeria’s socio-economic transformation. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Obi said Nigeria is at a critical point in its history and requires clear purpose, unity, and decisive action to confront its numerous challenges. He noted that periods of national […]

Nigerian banks will begin deducting a ₦50 stamp duty on electronic transfers of ₦10,000 and above starting January 1, 2026, following the commencement of provisions of the newly enacted Tax Act. The development has been communicated to customers by several commercial banks ahead of the implementation date. Under the new arrangement, the charge—previously known as the Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL)—has been formally reclassified as stamp duty and will be […]