The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) plans to introduce a National Savings Scheme that will give every Nigerian the chance to save, with the savings invested for the future and backed by tax incentives. The Director-General of the SEC, Dr Emomotimi Agama, disclosed this at the weekend during a strategic partnership meeting with the Presidency […]

FOR multiple reasons, my preference will always be for suave people, particularly, men. The root of the adjective is in the Latin word suavis, meaning being sweet or agreeable. In borrowing the word, English language expanded the meaning to mean being polite, confident, charming and slick in mannerism, often with a burnished style. Synonyms common […] The post PhD @28, Original Japada: What a slogan! appeared first on Tribune Online.

The god of fortune dispensed tragedy the other day in Niger State when 37 illegal miners in the custody of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) were found dead within 24 hours of their incarceration. The age range of most of the dead was put at between 14 and 18 years. At least […]

THE feud between the governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has been brewing for a long time. Although the bubble appeared to burst only last week, Wike and the Progressives Governors’ Forum (PGF) have kept each other at arm’s length for more than […] The post APC govs vs Wike: 2031 is coming too early appeared first on Tribune Online.

From celebrated music performances to preaching the gospel, Tosin Martins has embraced a deeper expression of his Christian calling. SEYI SOKOYA explores the journey of the popular musician and pastor, his ministry at Franchise Church, Lagos and the spiritual influence of his work beyond the entertainment industry. FOR years, Tosin Martins has captivated audiences with […] The post From ‘Olo Mi’ to the pulpit: How Tosin Martins found deeper calling in ministry appeared first on Tribune Online.

Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency, NiHSA, has warned of a high riverine flood risk across 15 states from September 19 to 25, 2026, urging affected communities to relocate to safer and higher grounds. The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of NiHSA, Arch Umar Mohammed, disclosed this on Saturday in the agency’s National Flood Advisory. The post ‘High flood to hit Delta, Imo, Cross River, 12 other states in 7 days’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Federal Government has said Nigeria requires about $237 billion between 2026 and 2030 to finance climate mitigation and adaptation measures, urging the private sector, investors and innovators to turn the huge funding requirement into an opportunity for economic transformation and job creation. The government said the transition to a circular and climate-resilient economy could […]

As the rising cost of living continues to pressure households and businesses across the country, economic, financial and social analysts have warned that wage awards and palliatives alone cannot resolve the crisis. The post Petrol, gas: Cost of living spikes appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has said it does not fix petrol pump prices under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021. The statement comes days after organised labour raised the alarm over the latest surge in pump prices. Recall that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), president, Joe Ajaero, had said petrol […]

The High Commissioner of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to Jamaica, Dr Jane Bassey Adams, has laid emphasis on Trade, Investment and technology, health, culture tourism and education as important sectors to boost bilateral ties with Jamaica. The envoy made this known when she presented her Letters of Credence to His Excellency the Most Honourable […]

Anger mounted yesterday over the reported deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Niger State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, as the Federal Government suspended 20 officers and ordered an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths. The post 37 miners’ suffocation: Anger spreads, 20 security officers suspended, mining disasters rock Kogi, Taraba appeared first on Vanguard News.

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), is providing stakeholder engagement with a view to help Nigeria develop a comprehensive framework towards limiting methane emissions in the Agriculture sector. The UNEP’s International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO), which is driving the initiative will be hosting a two-day series of webinars to strengthen Nigeria’s capacity to measure, quantify […]

The Nigerian equities market closed the week on a positive note with a gain of N4.57 trillion, driven by renewed demand across selected counters. The benchmark NGX All-Share Index (ASI) rose by 2.78 per cent week-on-week (W-o-W) to close at 249,804.56 points, while market capitalisation increased by N4.57 trillion to close the week by N162.157 […]

WHAT if knowing earlier could change what you do next? This is the question I want us to consider as we join the rest of the world tomorrow, September 21, to mark World Alzheimer’s Day. This year’s global campaign carries a particularly important message: “The Earlier You Know, The More You Can Do: A Dementia […] The post The brain does not suddenly become important when we turn 70: Why early diagnosis matters appeared first on Tribune Online.

A human rights organisation, Hope Behind Bars Africa, has filed a petition before the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), calling for investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of 37 suspected illegal miners while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger state. The organisation in a statement signed […]

Rivers State Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara seems to be quiet over the decision of the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state not to associate with the decision of the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF) on the activities of the Rainbow Coalition. LEADERSHIP observed that more that four days after the leadership of […]