Mwanaka Media and Publishing, Zimbabwe, has called for contributions of literary and visual arts works by African and Western European writers and artistes for its new anthology. Titled ‘Geopolitics and Multi-polar World Order: An African and West European Writers and Artists Volume 1’, the publication seeks literary and visual art works that address a global […]

National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Bolaji Abdullahi, has challenged the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, to debate with him on national television. Abdullahi threw the challenge on Friday while speaking on Channels Television’s ‘The Morning Brief’, monitored by DAILY POST. The ADC mouthpiece was […] I dare you to debate with me on TV – ADC spokesman Abdullahi challenges Onanuga

The National Board for Technology Incubation, NBTI, has officially unveiled the NEXTGEN Innovation Challenge 2026, a national platform designed to accelerate technology-driven entrepreneurship among Nigerian youths and attract global investment into the country’s innovation ecosystem. Director General and Chief Executive Officer of NBTI, Dr. Kazeem Kolawole Raji, unveiled the platform at a world press conference […] NBTI unveils national innovation platform to boost Nigerian startups

Pan-African Writers Association (PAWA) is partnering with Ghanaian Afropop, Highlife, and Reggae artiste Kojo Antwi to translate his memoir into other Pan-African languages. Titled ‘Mr Music Man: The Journey’, the memoir was launched February 13, 2026, and is a captivating narrative of the life and times of the multi-talented artiste who has worked extensively in […]

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Friday, re-arraigned Mr Abubakar Malami, SAN, former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF); his wife, Asabe Bashir; and son, Abdulaziz, on money laundering offences. The post EFCC re-arraigns Malami, wife, son on money laundering charge appeared first on Vanguard News.

No fewer than 2,000 women across Nigeria have been empowered through a skills acquisition programme organized by the Starladies United Business Women Initiative (NGO) under its Women One World Supporting The post NGO empowers over 2,000 women in skills acquisition appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Actor Tom Hanks has been cast to star in Starburns Industries’ live-action and stop-motion adaptation of the 2017 Booker Prize Winner, ‘Lincoln In The Bardo’. The book begins less than one year into the American Civil War. The fighting has begun in earnest, and the nation is realising it is in for a long, bloody […]

The witness, a former acting managing director of NSITF, shared details of BPP’s letter asserting BPP’s sole authority over NSITF’s contracts. The post Witness cites BPP letter to counter Ngige’s claim on presidential backing to handle NSITF contracts appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

‎The federal government has inaugurated a Steering Committee and Joint Technical Working Group (JTWG) to drive the establishment of the National Gas Infrastructure Command Centre (NGCC), a centralised digital platform aimed at strengthening transparency, coordination and operational efficiency across Nigeria’s gas value chain. ‎Backed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and enabled by the Petroleum Industry […]

The WHO is testing the 7-1-7 Strategy Game, a new outbreak response tool designed to help countries improve the speed of outbreak detection and response. Read More: https://punchng.com/who-tests-simulation-tool-to-improve-outbreak-response/

The Nigerian Electricity System Operator (NISO) has attributed the country’s current low power output to generation shortfalls and limitations in gas supply to thermal power plants. The post NISO attributes declining power output to gas supply shortfalls appeared first on Vanguard News.

A prosecution witness, Bawa Kaltungo, on Thursday informed a Lagos court that the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) transferred some of Arik Air’s assets to SuperBravo Limited before the 90-day repayment period had expired. The witness, who is the acting director of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kaduna Zonal Office, told the […]

Following the peaceful conduct of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections, the Arewa Youth Consultative Forum has called for increased confidence in the capacity of the INEC Chairman,…

The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) says stopping energy theft is the best way to cut electricity tariffs and give customers more power. The company’s acting managing director and CEO, Chijioke Okwuokenye, made this clear during a meeting with journalists in Abuja on Thursday. Energy theft happens when people connect illegally to power lines or […]

The Vice-Chancellor of Bingham University, Karu, Nasarawa State, Professor Haruna Ayuba, has commended a former Provost of the College of Medical Sciences and current Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Prof Musa Dankyau, for The post Bingham varsity VC lauds Prof Dankyau’s leadership in family medicine appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo on Thursday performed a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of new corporate headquarters and Air Traffic Management (ATM) Center of the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), revealing that the project will cost about N21 billion. Speaking while performing the groundbreaking ceremony, Keyamo said the new headquarters located […]

Haruna Usman The Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris,on Friday hosted a special Ramadan Iftar for members of the State Judiciary and the House of Assembly, underscoring the importance of…

Popular Nigerian comedian, Seyi Law, has apologised for saying that Nigeria is safer now than it was 10 years ago, admitting that the remark was insensitive to victims of kidnapping and insecurity. In a video shared on his social media platforms on Thursday, the pro-Tinubu entertainer addressed backlash trailing his appearance on The Honest Bunch […]

The move comes amid increasing terrorism threats, civil unrest, and military activity in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza. According to the advisory, security incidents could occur without warning, targeting tourist areas, transportation hubs, markets, and government facilities.

The Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the ruling All Progressives Congress, bringing to an end months of speculation over his political future. In a 14-minute statewide broadcast from his new governor’s office on Friday, the governor announced that he had decamped with his entire cabinet and all […] The post Adamawa Gov Defects To APC appeared first on OsunDefender.

A graduate of Federal University of Technology Owerri who earned over 60 As in all the courses she took at the university has gone viral after showing her results.

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has uncovered how airlines manipulated flight fares and fixed prices arbitrarily during last Christmas and New Year’s holidays. The findings, contained in an interim report released on Thursday by the commission’s department of surveillance and investigations, compared domestic airline pricing from the December 2025 festive period with post-peak […]

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu, has been conferred with the traditional title of Utukpa-Oritse of Warri Kingdom, alias Ugbone, meaning the ‘Light of God’ This is as she has called for greater unity among citizens nationwide. She spoke during her homecoming to Warri Kingdom in Delta State, where she was received by […]

Actress Mercy Johnson has outlined her recent personal and professional engagements in a social media update. The mother of four, who was recently appointed Special Adviser to the Edo State The post Mercy Johnson shares new book project, academic pursuit, brand deal appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Former media aide to the late ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Bashir Ahmad, has declared that the All Progressives Congress, APC, is the largest political party in Africa. Ahmad was reacting to the defection of Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State to the All Progressives Congress, APC. Posting on X, he said with Finitiri’s defection, APC now […] Fintiri’s defection: APC now largest party in Africa, boasts 30 govs – Bashir Ahmad

The Head of Delegation of the European Union (EU) to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ambassador Gautier Mignot, has emphasised co-creation as the defining principle of EU-Nigeria collaboration in science and innovation, describing the partnership as one based on joint ownership rather than a simple transfer of knowledge. He spoke at the Nigeria-EU Science and Innovation Day […]

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has defected to the All Progressive Congress Party (APC) after registering at Wuro Ngayandi Ward in Madagali LGA of Adamawa State on Thursday.…

Manchester United's decision to sack Ruben Amorim as their manager could end up costing the Premier League giants almost £16 million ($22 million) according to financial figures released by the club. The post Sacking Amorim could cost Man Utd £16 million appeared first on Vanguard News.

Yiaga Africa has trained student leaders from Not Too Young To Run hubs across selected universities in Nigeria’s six geo-political zones to strengthen youth leadership and democratic participation. The training, themed Redefining Youth Leadership, was held in Abuja on Thursday with support from the Open Society Foundations. It brought together 18 students, three each from […]

“Our role is to reinforce the cooperative efforts of countries and territories through our work,” Board President, Professor Sevil Atasoy, said.

Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, shared his reaction via a tweet on Friday, describing Fintiri’s move as a big blow for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano State Strategic Command, has arrested 19 suspected drug dealers and users during a raid on identified drug joints in Gezawa Local Government Area of the State. The operation, carried out under the code-name “Operation Ramadan Mubarak”, led to the seizure of large quantities of illicit substances, including […]

Joint Revenue Board reassures Nigerians: tax IDs won't trigger automatic bank deductions. Explore the new portal's benefits and positive user feedback.

The Nigerian government has been asked to create a level playing ground for all during the 2027 general election. The apostolic lead of the Revival House of Glory International Church (RHOGIC), Apostle Goodheart Obi Ekwueme, at the 2026 “Revival Is Here Again” International Conference (RIHA-IC 2026), said judicial and legislative frameworks need to be strengthened […]

Following Governor Ahmadu Fintiri’s defection and the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s takeover of Adamawa State, only a handful of states remain outside the ruling party’s control. The Peoples Democratic Party The post FULL LIST: States controlled by opposition after Fintiri’s defection to APC appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Former Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption, PACAC, Prof. Itse Sagay, has said he believes that the state police will be established if governors from the northern finally embrace it. Sagay pointed out that the establishment of state police had met resistance from governors from the North before now. Speaking on Arise News, […] ‘Northern govs, politicians resisted it’ – Sagay reveals only obstacles to state police