The Federal Government has announced plans to commit about N30 billion towards emergency repairs and long-term rehabilitation of the ageing Eko Bridge in Lagos, while also commencing preparations for the construction of a new Carter Bridge. The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, disclosed this during an inspection tour of federal roads and bridge projects […]

Nigeria’s upstream oil and gas sector has witnessed a remarkable resurgence in recent years, attracting more than $10 billion in fresh investments and recording steady improvements in crude oil production. The recovery has been largely driven by the implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), regulatory reforms, and stronger efforts to curb oil theft and […]

Few entrepreneurs have played a more consequential role in shaping Nigeria’s digital economy than Sim Shagaya. Over the past two decades, the technology entrepreneur, investor and education advocate has helped build and scale businesses that have expanded access to digital services across Africa. Through a career marked by innovation, strategic risk-taking and institution-building, Shagaya has […]

TWENTY-SEVEN years into unbroken democracy, Nigeria’s federal structure remains our best tool for managing diversity and delivering development. But federalism is neither a contest between Abuja and the sub-nationals, nor is it a zero-sum competition for relevance. The post Why the centre-states’ partnership and alignment matter appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) have informed the public, investors, and all stakeholders in the communications sector on a compliance requirement regarding changes in the ownership structure of licensed communications companies in Nigeria. According to a statement issued on Sunday by the director, Public Affairs of NCC, Nnenna Ukoha, […]

The Zazzau Emirate Council has conferred the traditional title of Garkuwan Unguwan Dosa on philanthropist and community leader, Alhaji Suleiman Ubale Abubakar, in recognition of his contributions to humanitarian service, youth empowerment and community development. The colourful ceremony, held at the palace of the Hakimin Kawo in Kaduna, attracted traditional rulers, government officials, family members, […]

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has showered praises on the late Alhaja Abibatu Mogaji, mother of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing her as a woman whose love went far beyond her family and shaped Nigeria’s moral imagination. According to him, the leadership of the late, revered Iyaloja-General of Nigeria, who moved on to the […]

Residents of the newly recovered slum, Okpoko area of Ogbaru LGA, Anambra state woke up in the early hours of Sunday to behold a horrific scene following the discovery of lifeless infant twins in a drainage channel in the area. Already suspected biological parents of the twins have been arrested by the operatives of the […]

Ambassador Shehu Ilu Barde has officially arrived in Accra to assume duty as Nigeria’s High Commissioner to the Republic of Ghana, marking a new chapter in diplomatic relations between the two West African nations. The veteran diplomat was warmly received upon arrival by officials of the Nigerian High Commission in Ghana, members of the Defence […]

The Adamawa State Government, in conjunction with the Federal Ministry of Health, is set to distribute 2.583M treated mosquito nets to over 1.150M residents across 226 wards in the state The Chemopreventive (SMC) and Insecticide-Treated Nets (ITN) campaign in the state should last for three days. Program Manager of the State Malaria Elimination Program, Benjamin […]

By Jonathan Nda-Isaiah, James Kwen, Helen Foster, Abuja, and Alo Abiola, Ado-Ekiti The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the incumbent governor of Ekiti State and candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, as the winner of the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election. By this feat, Oyebanji has made history […]

Capital market analysts have attributed the current downturn in the Nigerian equities market to a post-earnings correction, rising inflation and investor caution ahead of Nigeria’s general elections. The equities market has experienced volatility so far in the month of June. The NGX All-Share Index has recorded a month-to-date decline of 5.77 per cent as of […]

Afrobeats superstar Wizkid has set social media buzzing after teasing what appears to be a new music project. The Grammy-winning singer recently posted a short message on his X account, writing: “Album🦅”, without offering any additional details about the release. Although the post was brief, it quickly sparked excitement and speculation among fans about a [...]

Former Big Brother Naija housemate Bambam stirred reactions online after dedicating her Father’s Day message solely to her father. Taking to her Instagram page, the reality star honoured her father with a heartfelt tribute, describing him as the only father she has and expressing gratitude for his love, support and influence in her life. In [...]

Last week, I was on my knees begging Northern Nigeria to save Nigeria from a catastrophe already visible on the horizon. The post The North, the columnist and bandits appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, recently threw a challenge at Yoruba spiritual leaders. His target was the forest where terrorists are holding schoolchildren and teachers abducted from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The post Oluwo, Elebuibon and Terror war appeared first on Tribune Online.

THE National Assembly has taken significant steps toward the creation of state police. The House of Representatives has passed the constitutional amendment bill, while the Senate has advanced it through second reading and referred it for public hearings and further scrutiny. The post The missing layer in Nigeria’s state police debate appeared first on Tribune Online.

ADC Candidate, Driver Attacked At Polling Unit PDP, Accord Candidates Condemn Discrepancies, Reject Results My Re-election, A Call To Service – Gov Oyebanji The re-election of Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, in Saturday’s governorship election has come under intense scrutiny following widespread allegations of vote-buying, voter intimidation, electoral irregularities and pockets of violence, with domestic […] The post Ekiti 2026: How Widespread Vote-Buying, Irregularities Helped APC’s Victory appeared first on OsunDefender.

Residents of Osun State are gripped by anxiety and fear as Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) elected chairmen and councillors move to resume fully at local government secretariats today (Monday). OSUN DEFENDER gathered that the planned resumption could set them on a collision course with All Progressives Congress officials who insist they remain in charge of […] The post Osun LG Crisis: Anxiety, Fear As APC, PDP May Clash Over Resumption appeared first on OsunDefender.

A disturbing video has been circulating on social media. In it, a teenage boy claims that he and about 30 other teenagers have been undergoing military-style weapons training inside a thick forest along the Adamawa-Borno axis. The post The boys with a rifle: The warning Nigeria cannot ignore appeared first on Tribune Online.

The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Osun State, Dr. Najeem Salaam, will today continue his consultation and mobilisation tour of local government areas across the state as part of preparations for the 2026 governorship election. The timetable for the tour was contained in a statement issued by the Osun State Publicity […] The post Osun 2026: ADC Candidate, Salaam Continues LG Tour Today appeared first on OsunDefender.

  The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has ended admissions into affiliated degree programmes run by Colleges of Education, making the Nigeria Certificate in Education the only admission pathway into the institutions from the 2026/2027 academic session. The decision, contained in JAMB’s newly released NCE/ND Agric Registration Guidelines, also prohibits direct admission into 100 […] The post JAMB Scraps Affiliated Degree Programmes in Colleges of Education appeared first on OsunDefender.

  The Ekiti State governorship election may be over, save for any litigation that may follow, but its implications deserve serious reflection. Beyond the declaration of a winner and the celebration or disappointment that accompanies electoral contests, the election has once again exposed troubling realities about Nigeria’s democratic process. As the nation prepares for critical […] The post [Editorial] Vote Buying: The Shape of Things to Come? appeared first on OsunDefender.

ELECTRICITY. It is one conversation that instantly commands the attention of a Nigerian. No doubt, it is a very critical utility. The post Powering people, Transforming Nigeria: How REA is driving electricity access appeared first on Tribune Online.

June 22, (THEWILL) — Belgium and Iran battled to a tense 0-0 draw in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G encounter at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Sunday, leaving the race for qualification from the group finely poised. The Red Devils controlled much of the contest, enjoying the lion’s share of possession and […] The post Iran Hold Belgium to Goalless Draw as Group G Remains Wide Open appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

NIGERIA  is currently in a sensitive period in which the situations and events that are happening are disheartening and are causing pains on people to the extent that many have met their abrupt end due to the shock .. The post The need to stop misinforming people appeared first on Tribune Online.

There are strong indications that the 39 abducted schoolchildren and seven teachers may regain their freedom any time soon The post Oyo school kidnap: Troops block escape routes as terrorists reduce demands appeared first on Vanguard News.