LAGOS  – As Caleb University gets set to graduate 2,000 students this week, its Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olalekan Asikhia, has called for fairness, sustainable funding of higher education in Nigeria.  In a…

Zenith Bank has dissociated itself and its Group Chairman, Jim Ovia, from a video making rounds on social media promoting an investment scheme called Wealth Bridge. The bank, in a social media post on Tuesday, said its attention had been drawn to a doctored video and still pictures depicting its group chairman endorsing the scheme […]

Residents of Issele-Uku in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State are gripped by fears, following renewed kidnappings in the community, despite spiritual measures previously taken by the palace The post Fears at Issele-Uku as kidnappers strike again appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

  Against all odds and negative perceptions about Russia, OMNIS, an International Centre for Education and Career, has unveiled numerous study opportunities for prospective Nigerian students to tap into by…

…Raises N5.9bn from February’s Savings Issuance The Debt Management Office has released a circular offering three Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) bonds totalling N800 billion, as it intensifies efforts to raise funds in the domestic debt market. In a circular posted on its social media, the DMO said it would auction the bonds on February […]

Nigeria and the International Energy Agency (IEA) have signed an agreement to reduce methane emissions in the oil and gas sector while expanding access to clean cooking solutions nationwide. The federal government’s Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the IEA aims to strengthen cooperation on methane emissions reduction, gas development, access to clean cooking, and technical […]

Over 60 pupils in public primary schools in Anambra State have begun free training in the development of reading culture among children. The training, organised by Mama Bee Book Club, The post Book club director: why we’re investing in kids’ reading culture appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

  A seismic shift is vibrating through the sprawling onshore fields of the Niger Delta.  In January 2021, a $1.2 billion landmark deal sent a clear signal to the global…

The Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, Dr. Gift Worlu, has presented N16.7billion Appropriation Bill for the 2026 fiscal year to the Legislative Council. He tagged his The post Obio-Akpor Council chairman presents N16.7 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Guaranty Trust Bank has announced the launch of Quick Airtime Loan, giving customers instant access to airtime when they run out of call credit and have limited funds in their bank accounts, ensuring customers can stay connected when it matters most. Before now, the airtime credit market has been dominated by Telcos, with charges of […]

…Targets reduced crude oil losses, improved revenue The federal government has moved to tighten accountability in the crude oil sector by inaugurating a Gravimetric Multifaceted Flow Metering Calibration Facility in Eket, Akwa Ibom State. The project — the first of its kind in West Africa — which addresses a long-standing industry challenge: uncertainty in crude […]

As ward-to-ward National Identification Number (NIN) registration kicks off across the 25 local government areas of Delta State, residents have called on the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to monitor The post Residents raise extortion concerns as ward-to-ward NIN registration begins appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has clarified that it does not independently determine, generate, or alter the exchange rates used for import and export valuation. The clarification follows recent concerns raised by stakeholders on foreign exchange pricing, investor behaviour, and Customs valuation practices. Customs spokesman, Abdullahi Maiwada, who made this known, said the NCS explained […]

To curb environmental degradation, Olomu Kingdom in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State has announced ban on indiscriminate felling of trees across the domain. The directive was issued The post Olomu cracks down on deforestation appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The principal suspect, Danbaba, was arrested on Feb. 15 and led operatives to the scene where the victim was killed and dumped in a pit,” Abiodun said.

The Chairman of Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State, Abinye Pepple, has received two boat ambulances from Rivers State Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance System (RSEMSAS). The presentation took The post Bonny council receives ambulances appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Petralon Energy has secured strong backing from Shell Western Supply and Trading following its achievement of first oil at the Dawes Island Field. The indigenous operator demonstrated its capability to acquire, develop, finance, and operate oil and gas assets. During a London event hosted by Shell to mark the milestone, Shell’s chief executive officer, Rodrigo […]

Concerned Uzo-Uwani Youth Movement (CUYM) has passed vote of confidence in the Chairman of Uzo Uwani Local Government, Chijioke  , a lawyer. The group said the decision to endorse the The post Youths pass vote of confidence in council boss appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Oando Plc has said it is seeking regulatory approval for a rights issue of 4.415 billion shares at N50 per share, aiming to raise N220.79 billion to support its business growth. The Company made this known to the investing public on the Nigerian Exchange Limited yesterday. According to the Company, the shareholders of Oando are […]

A global philanthropic organisation, De Imperial Philanthropic Family (DIPF), has given 25 undergraduates from the five Southeast states cheque of N1million each. The beneficiaries were top performers in the 2025 The post Foundation offers N25 million scholarships to 25 undergraduates appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has expressed optimism that the lingering Kano Emirate tussle would soon be resolved peacefully, assuring residents that efforts are ongoing to achieve an amicable settlement acceptable to all parties. The governor gave the assurance during the second special prayer session and Qur’anic recitation held at the Government House, Kano, where […]

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Communities in Owerri West, Imo State, have protested alleged land grabbing of their ancestral land by suspected state government agents. Residents of Avu, Umuoma and Ihiagwa communities have trooped out The post Residents to Uzodimma: stop land grabbers appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Group Chief Economist and Managing Director, Research and Trade Intelligence at Afreximbank, Dr Yemi Kale, has said Nigeria must strategically deploy its ongoing bank recapitalisation drive to narrow Africa’s estimated $80 billion to $120 billion annual trade finance gap and reposition the country as a key engine of intra-African commerce. Speaking at the Ecobank Customer […]

The study found that the former minister shared the satirical article as fact, misleading the Nigerian media and parliament. The post New study reveals how Nigeria’s former minister spread falsehoods, misled lawmakers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

  The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi has charged officers and men of the service on the need for physical and mental fitness, stressing…

The chairman of the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC), Joseph Tegbe, has said that Nigeria’s tax-to-Gross Domestic Product (GDP) ratio remains among the lowest for major economies, constraining fiscal flexibility and heightening vulnerability to fluctuations in oil prices. Speaking at the 2026 Leadership Retreat of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), Tegbe stated that the […]

Arla Foods has launched Cool Cow Yoghurt, its locally produced yoghurt in Nigeria, made with 100 per cent fresh milk sourced from the Arla-Dano Farm in Kaduna. This follows the recent inauguration of the Company’s state-of-the-art yoghurt facility in Kaduna state. Made with 100 per cent fresh, company-sourced from the Arla-Dano Farm in Kaduna, Cool […]

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ghana has summoned Russian Ambassador to Ghana, Sergei Berdnikov, over a viral nude video scandal involving Ghanaian women.

 The attention of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has been drawn to a recent publication by the Foundation for Investigative Journalism( FIJ), alleging that the Lagos State Government has…

 The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has commenced a large-scale bulk waste evacuation exercise at Alaba Rago along the Lagos–Badagry Expressway, as part of a focused environmental sanitation drive aimed…

Conversations around Nigeria’s investment climate gained renewed momentum following insights shared at the European Business Chamber Nigeria (Eurocham) Annual Conference and Expo, where business leaders underscored the need for predictable economic regulations to sustain investor confidence and unlock long-term capital commitments. Speaking at the roundtable on European Business Perspectives in Nigeria, APM Terminals Nigeria CEO […]

Japaul Gold & Ventures Plc has announced its successful delivery and commencement of test runs for its pilot gold processing plant. The Company stated, “This milestone marks the official transition into active mining and gold processing at the Company’s Libeli Mine site. This operational phase is the strategic result of over four years of intensive […]

The House of Representatives ad hoc committee on the review of tax and export incentives, waivers, and exemptions has lamented the country’s annual loss of about N8 trillion due to waivers and concessions. Chairman of the committee, Hon. James Faleke, who made this known in a statement, assured that the panel would continue to conduct […]

LAGOS  – Many homeowners in Surulere Community, Amikanle, near the Command area of Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State, are counting their losses after suspected landgrabbers, popularly known as Omo…

LAGOS –  The Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency (LASURA) recently performed the official ground breaking ceremony of the Phase 1 of the Adeniji Adele Housing Estate.  The ceremony which the…