The Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, has said that he deeply appreciates his nomination as Public Service Person of the Year 2025 by LEADERSHIP Newspaper, describing it as an honour he does not take for granted. Dr. Adedeji stated this when a delegation from LEADERSHIP Group, led by […]

THE African Marketplace Dubai 2025 officially closed yesterday at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, Dubai, bringing together about 200 export-ready brands, creators, and SMEs from Africa and the Caribbean for a four-day exhibition focused on trade, culture, and enterprise. Exhibitors from Nigeria, Ghana, Togo, Senegal, Seychelles, Tanzania, Rwanda, the UAE, the UK, and the US showcased […]

The House of Representa­tives on Tuesday passed for second reading a bill seeking to amend the 1999 constitution to reduce the minimum age re­quirement for governorship and Senate elections from… The post Reps Consider Lowering Age Requirement For Govs, Senators To 30 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

ABUJA – The United Nations Chil­dren’s Fund (UNICEF) has condemned the deadly at­tack on Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, Kebbi State, which left the school’s vice-principal dead and at… The post UNICEF Demands Immediate Release Of Abducted Kebbi Schoolgirls appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

 …Wants Emergency Recruitment Of 100,000 Military Personnel ABUJA – The Senate has urged the imme­diate rescue of 25 students of Gov­ernment Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, Kebbi State. The Senate… The post Senate Urges Immediate Rescue Of Kidnapped Kebbi Schoolgirls appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The All Registered APC North–South Progressives (ARANS-P) says President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in 2027 is vital to sustaining national stability and consolidating the policy direction set under the Renewed Hope Agenda. The group made the case at a national briefing addressed by its National Chairman, Chief Chibunna Ubawuike, who […] The post 2027: Tinubu’s re-election crucial for national stability — APC group appeared first on Vanguard News.

ABUJA – A group of 44 federal lawmakers drawn from various geopolitical zones has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to exercise his executive powers and facili­tate the release of… The post 44 Reps Ask Tinubu To Secure Nnamdi Kanu’s Release appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Honouring Falola ultimately is the affirmation of the power of scholarship to shape the present, preserve cultural memory, and pave the way for the future. At a time when many of our universities across Africa are still struggling to find a renewed purpose, this serves as a reminder that a university’s most precious resource is […] The post  Celebrating excellence: LCU and the Toyin Falola conference, By Samson O. Ijaola appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Favour Ulebor, with Agency report American rapper Nicki Minaj has raised global attention to alleged Christian persecution in Nigeria, calling for urgent international action during a United Nations event hosted by United States Ambassador, Mike Waltz, yesterday. Minaj, who has repeatedly commented on the issue in recent months, said she was invited after her […] The post Nicki Minaj speaks on alleged Christian persecution in Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nicki Minaj took the podium to speak out against the alleged persecution of Christians in Ni­geria at a United Nations event organised by U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz on Tuesday. Minaj… The post Nicki Minaj Speaks Out Against Alleged Christian Persecution In Nigeria appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

By Evelyn Usman The 81 Division of the Nigerian Army has confirmed the death of a soldier, who was attacked by a mentally unstable man on Sunday, in the Ikorodu area of Lagos. A video that went viral on social media showed the lifeless body of the soldier lying in a pool of blood. The […] The post Soldier attacked by mentally unstable man confirmed dead appeared first on Vanguard News.

 The unpleasant public encounter between the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike and a naval officer, Lt. A. M. Yerima, on November 11, 2025, which degenerated into a shouting match… The post Wike V. Naval Officers: Democratic Ethos And A Misinformed Heckling Mob appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

By Emma Unah FIVE persons have reportedly died in Ogoja, Cross River State after an intra-city mini bus they were traveling in from Igoli to Abakpa plunged into a river. It was gathered that the driver was the only one who managed to escape before the bus went under the water. “It’s unfortunate. Abakpa River […] The post Mini bus plunges into Ogoja river, 5 drown appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Federal Government has commenced the National Single Window (NSW) User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with the first cohort of participating stakeholders to ensure the unified and technology-driven trade ecosystem becomes operational by March 2026. The technology vendor CrimsonLogic, on Tuesday, walked each agency and stakeholder through NSW’s onboarding process, system navigation features and the operational […]

By Henry Ojelu Justice Akintunde Savage of a Lagos High Court, Ikeja, has dismissed a preliminary objection seeking to halt the suit instituted by the executives of the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents, ANLCA, Muritala Mohammed Airport Command, MMAC, over the leadership of the association. The applicants in the suit are Bamgbala Adewusi, Davis […] The post ANLCA leadership tussle: Court dismisses bid to stop suit appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY—THRITY-ONE people, mostly young people suspected to be cultists and internet fraudsters have been arrested in raids in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State. The operation was carried out the Edo State Special Security Squad, operating under the code name “Operation Flush Out Kidnapping and Cultism.” A […] The post 31 suspected cultists, fraudsters arrested in Edo appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ebel Daniel Lafia—Luck ran out on Mr. Maro Ebojoh, a 40 year old man from Ogbara Inland area, Etiope East Local Government Ares of Delta State, who was arrested in Lafia, Nasawara State, to source for potential organ donors and prepare them for immediate kidney transplant. Maro was arrested by Yahaya the security unit […] The post Police arrest organ harvest merchant, rescue three victims in Nasarawa appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Managing Director/CEO of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), Engineer. Jennifer Adighije, has restated the company’s commitment to lighting up communities, energising industries, and accelerating Nigeria’s economic transformation through reliable and sustainable power infrastructure. Adighije made the pledge at the groundbreaking ceremony of the 7.5MVA, 33/11kV Injection Substation and 2.5km 33kV line at […]

By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Naira today appreciated to N1,467 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,470 per dollar on Monday. However, the naira depreciated to N1,458 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM). Data published by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, showed that the exchange rate for the naira rose to […] The post Naira appreciates to N1,467/$ in parallel market appeared first on Vanguard News.

A new report by TLP Advisory has revealed deep-rooted structural, financial, and regulatory barriers preventing Nigeria’s fast-growing startups from listing on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), despite reforms introduced through the NGX Technology Board in 2022. The report: “Rethinking Funding & Exits: Nigeria’s Missing IPOs and the NGX,” warns that the absence of local listings threatens […]

A nation at war with its own conscience DAILY, Nigerians lament the state of affairs. We condemn the impunity of the powerful, the selective application of justice, and the paralysis of institutions tasked with upholding the rule of law. We The post Do we even know the kind of Nigeria we’re fighting for? appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Hareter Babatunde Oralusi (HBO) stands out in Nigerian politics as a leader whose credentials, character, and vision set him apart. As Osun State approaches the 2026 gubernatorial election, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has the opportunity to field a transformational leader in HBO, who embodies the aspirations of a state yearning for genuine development and […]

Mastercard and Zenith Bank have collaborated to launch the Essential Debit Card, scalable solution designed to enhance access to secure digital payments in Nigeria. The card is tailored to meet the everyday financial needs of underserved populations, including low-income earners, who have historically faced barriers to formal banking services. The introduction of this card comes […]

After months of deep research into Nigeria’s economic landscape and years of studying wealth patterns across our nation, I’m thrilled to share these insights with you about the families that have shaped our country’s financial elite. The question of who The post Who is the Richest Family in Nigeria? appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Asian investors battled Wednesday to kickstart a recovery in equities following the latest stagger across world markets that has been caused by worries over an AI-fuelled bubble and uncertainty over US interest rates. Also in sight this week is the planned release of key US data, particularly on jobs creation, which will be closely read over for an idea about the Fed's plans for interest rates.

A global Kaspersky study has shown that a staggering 41 per cent of companies report that their cybersecurity teams are significantly understaffed, primarily due to a shortage of qualified professionals capable of handling complex challenges. Kaspersky’s new platform, ‘Cyber Pathways’, offers a comprehensive look into the essential cybersecurity roles, skills, and tools to empower professionals […]

Nigeria’s foreign reserves have risen to $46.7 billion, which is the highest in seven years, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Yemi Cardoso, has said. He added that the cash provides over 10 months of import cover. The post Nigeria has external reserves to cover 10 months’ imports, says Cardoso appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Nigeria could unlock more than N1 trillion yearly from carbon markets if ongoing renewable-energy deployment is systematically measured, verified and monetised, Patrick Ogunnowo, a professor of practice and Chief Executive Officer of AUKTIE, said yesterday in Abuja. Speaking at a The post How Nigeria can raise N1tr from carbon market, decarbonise infrastructure appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

… Seeks Swift FG’s Action As 73 Federal Health Institutions Shut Nationwide LAGOS – Nigeria faces a mounting health emergency as the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) renewed its demand… The post JOHESU Strike: PSN Demands Salary Justice On 12-Year Pay Disparity, Sector Faces Collapse appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

T2, telecommunications services provider, has raised the alarm over what it described as a surge of deliberate misinformation circulating online about its operational structure and its relationship with IHS Towers. The company said in a statement that it had become necessary to address the matter publicly following the activities of what it called, “pseudo-analysts operating […]

Several factors, including a lack of awareness, have been linked to low interest by technology startups in listing their shares on the Nigeria Exchange Group (NGX). A new report, titled ‘Rethinking Funding and Exits: Nigeria’s Missing IPOs and the NGX’, The post Awareness gap stalls NGX tech listings, 46% of founders prefer acquisition appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Federal Government has commenced the National Single Window (NSW) User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with the first cohort of participating stakeholders to ensure the unified and technology-driven trade ecosystem becomes operational by March 2026. The technology vendor CrimsonLogic, yesterday, walked The post FG begins NSW user acceptance testing ahead of March 2026 takeoff appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

India's $60-billion Bollywood industry is facing a deepening credibility crisis, as insiders warn that manipulated film reviews and inflated box office numbers are distorting public perception, ultimately hurting ticket sales. Experts warn that falsifying box office data has lasting consequences, from inflated star salaries to shrinking opportunities for new talent.

AIRTEL Nigeria has launched a new smartphone financing programme to aggressively bridge the digital divide. The innovation provides existing Airtel customers with a flexible and convenient payment plan to own 4G smartphones to drive wider digital inclusion. Through this innovation, Airtel The post Airtel Nigeria unveils smartphone financing scheme appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

NIGERIAN manufacturers have expressed dismay over the consistent power outage in the country. This comes as the World Bank’s Energy Progress Report 2025 ranked the country top of the list of African countries with the worst power supply. Chair of The post Manufacturers lament as Nigeria tops 2025 power outage appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

THE Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated his government’s commitment towards building and strengthening industrial corridors and free zones in a bid to attract more investments into the state. Delivering the keynote address at the celebration of the Lagos State The post Lagos commits to strengthening industrial corridors, trade zones appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.