Two prominent Catholic organisations have expressed differing perspectives on the role of the Church and its leaders in Nigeria’s political space, following recent controversy surrounding comments by the Archbishop Emeritus of Abuja, Cardinal John Onaiyekan, on a meeting between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN). While both bodies called […]

The Federal Government has sought the support of traditional rulers across Northern Nigeria to eliminate the country's growing number of The post FG seeks traditional rulers’ collaboration to eliminate zero-dose among children appeared first on Tribune Online.

He noted that while the APC remains the dominant political force in Kwara State, unresolved differences among critical stakeholders could weaken the party if not addressed promptly.

Following the recent revocation of the licenses of 46 microfinance banks by the Central Bank of Nigeira (CBN), the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) said it has commenced the settlement of depositors of the defunct banks, even as it said it has paid off 700,000 customers of the defunct Heritage banks. Speaking on Wednesday at […]

By Soni DanielAbija: The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has confirmed that the estate development dispute between the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) and Ghanaian-owned real estate developer JonahCapital Nigeria Limited, over the development of River Park Estate, Lugbe, Abuja, is now before international arbitration. JonahCapital Ltd activated the arbitration clause against […] The post River Park Estate: Dispute goes to international arbitration – Wike appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has affirmed the election of Abdulghani Arobo as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for The post 2027: Court affirms Arobo as APC candidate for Owo/Ose Reps seat appeared first on Tribune Online.

By Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — The bodies of three children have been discovered at the residence of a suspected female native doctor in Ideani community, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State. A fourth person found at the premises was reportedly alive and has been taken to a hospital for medical examination, while the […] The post Three children found dead in Anambra native doctor’s home appeared first on Vanguard News.

Bayelsa State Commissioner for Sports, Daniel Igali, has attributed the remarkable progress recorded in the state's sports sector to the visionary leadership and unwavering commitment of Governor Senator Douye Diri, insisting that the transformation

  The Presidential Candidate of Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and Former Cross River State Governor, Donald Duke, has criticised the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, describing it as a misplaced priority. He argued that Nigeria cannot afford the multi-billion-naira infrastructure project amid pressing challenges in electricity, healthcare and education. Duke, who spoke during an interview on […]

Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke, has challenged the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, to publicly explain the legal basis for freezing the Osun State Government’s bank account, describing the action as unconstitutional and a threat to Nigeria’s democracy. Addressing journalists at the Government House in Osogbo on Wednesday, Adeleke […]

EFCC directs First Bank to place the Osun State Government Salary Account on “Post No Debit” (PND) status in an August 5 letter seen by THEWILL Governor Ademola Adeleke raises alarm over an alleged wider plan to freeze all Osun State Government accounts and those of top government officials State Government insists the anti-graft agency […] The post Adeleke Alleges Bid to Cripple Government as EFCC Freezes Osun Salary Account Ahead of Guber Poll appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The governor, who referenced Mrs Odumegwu-Ojukwu’s support for him right from when he unsuccessfully contested for the Abia governorship under the All Progressives Grand Alliance platform, described the minister as “an honest, just, and courageous Nigerian who has represented womanhood diligently and positively.'' The post ‘Woman of courage’, Otti celebrates Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu on birthday appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. The Secretary-General of the Committee of Vice Chancellors of Nigerian Universities (CVCNU), Prof. Andrew Haruna, has urged Northern leaders to take urgent steps to remove Almajiri children from the streets, warning that failure to do so could worsen insecurity across the region. Haruna made the call on Wednesday while delivering a paper titled, “Youth Empowerment […] The post Leaders Must Remove Almajiri Children From Streets or Face Worse Insecurity – Prof Warns appeared first on The News Chronicle.

Sustained offensive operations by troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have continued to exert significant pressure on terrorist elements operating across the North East theatre, resulting in the voluntary surrender of 17 family members of Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad (JAS) known as Boko Haram in separate incidents in Borno State. According to a statement […]

UEFA has announced two major rule changes that will come into effect from the start of the 2026/27 club competitions, introducing a revised yellow-card suspension system and a running match clock across the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League. According to Mundo Deportivo, the European governing body has informed all member associations and participating […]

‎The PBAT Mandate Elders Forum of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has questioned Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa’s commitment to the re-election bid of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying his political mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general election has fallen short of expectations. ‎The forum, however, commended the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, […]

Imumolen, a factional National Chairman of the party, made this known in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja, noting that his decision followed extensive consultations with the party’s leadership.

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a fresh reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, lowering it from The post BREAKING: Dangote Refinery reduces petrol, diesel prices appeared first on Tribune Online.

Fave also explained her frustration, stating that the gesture failed to spark any curiosity.

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has reassured Nigerians that passport services remain fully operational nationwide despite the recent migration of additional passport branches to the Central Personalization Centre.   In a post on X on Wednesday, the Service clarified that the migration is an administrative measure aimed at strengthening passport production and security, and does […]

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has announced the inaugural Oyo Empire Day Celebration, which aims to serve as a unifying event for all descendants of Oyo ancestry around the world. Oba Owoade urged all stakeholders to set aside sectional interests and collaborate to ensure the success of the first Oyo Empire Day Celebration. […] The post Alaafin announces maiden Oyo Empire Day for December appeared first on Tribune Online.