the theme: “Building Nigeria’s Future: The Strategic Role of DFIs
the theme: “Building Nigeria’s Future: The Strategic Role of DFIs and Capital Markets in Infrastructure Financing and Economic Development.” Drawing from his experience as former Group Managing Director of…
How mafia fought to frustrate $20bn Dangote Petroleum Refinery—Aliko Dangote
Africa’s richest man and President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has alleged that some influential fuel importers fought hard to frustrate the establishment of the $20 billion refinery. …
UTME exemption for NCE candidates, others will double tertiary admissions — FG
Alausa, has said the federal government’s decision to exempt colleges of education and non-technology agricultural courses in polytechnics and monotechnics from the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination will increase admissions into…
Gwarzo reaffirmed his commitment to the APC, pledging continued support
Gwarzo reaffirmed his commitment to the APC, pledging continued support for the party’s growth and electoral success at all levels. The development comes amid ongoing political realignments and consensus…
Iran hangs man accused of spying for Israel
Iran on Wednesday hanged a man found guilty of selling information to Israeli intelligence, the judiciary said, the latest in a wave of executions during the war with the country.…
Suspected gunmen kill UNIBEN student, injure two others
Tragedy struck at the main gate of the University of Benin, as a yet-to-be-identified person suspected to be a university student was shot dead by masked gunmen in his GLK…
11 die as vehicle plunges off Ogun bridge
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Ogun Command, says no fewer than 11 persons lost their lives in a lone accident on Eruku Bridge along the Lagos-Abeokuta expressway on…
Kano Police Bust Major Arms-Dealers, Seize AK-47s
KANO STATE POLICE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE KANO POLICE SMASH ARMS-DEALING SYNDICATE; RECOVER THREE (3) AK-47 RIFLES AND OTHER EXHIBITS In furtherance of the directives and sweeping reforms of the Inspector-General…
Osimhen To Miss Galatasaray’s Final League Match Against Kasimpasa
Victor Osimhen will be sidelined for Galatasaray’s last match of the Turkish Süper Lig season against Kasımpaşa after picking up his fifth yellow card of the campaign. The Nigerian striker…
US Labour Market Holds Steady At 4.3%
The United States labour market held broadly steady in April 2026, with the headline unemployment rate unchanged at 4.3 per cent, in line with market expectations. A closer reading of…
Civil servants reject ‘hidden’ 40% pay formula, issue strike notice
Fresh industrial tension is brewing in the Federal Public Service as the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council, JNPSNC, has accused the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission, NSIWC, of…
NDLEA uncovers Lekki mansion used as drug stash house
Operatives of a Special Operations Unit in NDLEA on Friday 8th May raided a Lekki Lagos mansion used as stash house where 4,000 parcels of Loud, a strong strain of…
JAMB extends 2026 DE registration deadline to May 22
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has again extended the registration deadline for the 2026 Direct Entry (DE) application exercise. According to the latest update, registration will now continue…
Jonathan will be on 2027 ballot, says coalition convener
Former President Goodluck Jonathan will appear on the 2027 presidential ballot, a coalition pushing for his return to power has declared. However, Jonathan himself is yet to formally accept the…
FIFA extends Benfica’s Prestianni ban worldwide
FIFA announced on Wednesday it had extended Gianluca Prestianni’s suspension worldwide after the Benfica winger was originally banned by European football’s governing body UEFA. Argentina’s Prestianni was handed a six-game…
Thompson-Herah Sets Sights On Defending 100m,200m Titles
Five-time Olympic champion Elaine Thompson-Herah aims to have “fun” after confirming she will defend her Commonwealth 100m and 200m titles at Glasgow 2026. The Jamaican sprint star became the first…
Attacks on journalists must end, UN warns
The United Nations has voiced concerns over what it termed the growing attacks on journalists, warning that attacks on media workers must stop. UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker…
Pastor Adeboye defends first lady’s pastoral role amid criticism
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has defended the pastoral credentials of Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, stating that she was ordained…
Turkey releases arrested May 1 protesters
Turkey authorities have released more than 500 protesters arrested at May Day rallies in Istanbul, a lawyers’ association said Saturday. Police cracked down on Friday’s demonstrations, firing tear gas to…
Kano Government Rolls Out Massive Preparations for Workers’ Day Celebration
The Kano State Government has made comprehensive preparations for the successful celebration of this year’s Workers’ Day. The Head of the Kano State Civil Service, Hajiya Bilkisu Shehu Maimota, disclosed…