The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics announced Monday that passenger traffic for the Chinese-built train stood at 2.73 million by the end of 2025, a rise from 2.44 million in 2024.

According to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), the tech giants have committed to not giving preferential treatment to their own apps and will be transparent about how others are approved for sale, among other agreements.

Chelsea manager, Liam Rosenior, has described the penalty Moises Caicedo gave away to Leeds in their 2-2 draw on Tuesday night as “a poor decision”. The Blues seemed set to continue their perfect run under Rosenior in the Premier League, thanks to goals from Joao Pedro and Cole Palmer. But the visitors were level within […] EPL: Rosenior names Chelsea player to blame for 2-2 draw with Leeds

The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has vowed that the head coach of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, will not leave his role. NFF president, Ibrahim Gusau, has made it clear the 44-year-old has one year left on his current contract and enjoys working with top quality players. This comes amid reports that Chelle is being […] It’s not about money – NFF breaks silence on Chelle’s future with Super Eagles

Professor Daniel Nwachukwu has taken over as the 4th Substantive Vice Chancellor of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike lkwo, AE-FUNAI Ebonyi State, promising to make staff welfare priority. His appointment was announced on Saturday, 20th December, 2025, after a painstaking and transparent process that involved over 40 seasoned professors by the University’s governing council. Nwachukwu, […] Daniel Nwachukwu takes over as Vice Chancellor Federal University Ikwo

Storm of public anger and dissatisfaction have continued to greet the Nigerian Senate’s latest move to amend the Electoral Act without providing for compulsory electronic transmission of election results. Criticisms grew louder on Tuesday after the Senate plenary, with many Nigerians accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio and the 10th National Assembly of deliberately weakening the […] Outrage against Akpabio-led Senate mounts as Nigerians insist on e-transmission of results

THOUGH the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has yet to flag off the processes that would lead to the 2027 electioneering campaigns, the fact that communities, individuals, and groups are not leaving any stone unturned ahead of the all-important election is unmistakable. From the different geopolitical zones, individuals and groups are setting the building blocks […] The post 2027: Day Ogun West professionals adopted Tinubu, Senator Adeola appeared first on Tribune Online.

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. The Senate has named 12 of its members to work with the House of Representatives on the proposed Electoral Amendment Act, which has sparked public debate in recent weeks. Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced the committee members on Tuesday during an emergency plenary session. 2. […] Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Wednesday morning

 In this interview, former President of Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria, Dr. Brown Louis Ogbeifun, discusses with MOHAMMED SHOSANYA, issues in the recent Venezuela’s upheaval, implications…

  LAGOS  – The Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College (NCCSC), Gwagwalada, recently inaugurated a combined cohort of 100 officers, comprising 50 participants for Senior Course 14 and 50 for Junior…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued a clarification on its earlier reaction to the Electoral Amendment Bill passed by the 10th Senate. In a follow-up statement, signed by the National Publicity Secretary of the party, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi on Tuesday, the party explained that its initial response was based on early media reports suggesting […] ADC clarifies position on Electoral Amendment Bill passed by Senate

Patients across Lagos State are facing growing hardship as medical services in public hospitals remain disrupted following the extension of the ongoing industrial action by the Joint Health Sector Unions, JOHESU. From major urban centres such as Ikeja and Ikorodu to coastal and suburban communities, including Badagry and Epe, many residents seeking treatment at government-owned […] Patients stranded as JOHESU extends strike in Lagos public hospitals

The rising spate of boat accidents across Nigeria’s inland waterways has heightened concern among citizens and maritime stakeholders, with many warning that weak safety enforcement and poor compliance with regulations…

Innovation is referred to as the process of bringing about new ideas, methods, products, services, or solutions that have a significant positive impact and value in the society. It involves transforming creative concepts into tangible outcomes that improve efficiency and effectiveness, or address unmet needs. Technological innovation is the introduction of new or significantly improved […]

 The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, has inaugurated the Board of Advisers and the Organising Committee for the 2026 Lagos Physical Planning Summit(LPPS),…

  LAGOS  – The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has seized several waste carts and arrested an individual during an early morning enforcement operation on Lagos Island, following targeted surveillance of…

(By H.E. YU Dunhai, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria) On February 10, 1971, the People’s Republic of China and the Federal Republic of Nigeria formally established diplomatic relations. Time has flown by, and today, on February 10, 2026, we celebrate a truly significant moment in our history: the 55th anniversary of our diplomatic ties. Over more […]

Kwara State government has advised farmers to exercise caution and avoid premature planting, stressing that the recent rainfall was not indicative of the commencement of the rainy season. The commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr Afees Abolore, explained that occasional rainfall should not be mistaken for the arrival of the wet season. He urged […]

Do you know what it means to find the severed heads of cats neatly arranged in trays at a market square? Only the initiated know. If curiosity pushes you further, speak to officers of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). They have seen things—unspeakable things. They have seen cat heads openly displayed for sale. […] The post Skunk, colorado and Nigeria’s bent destiny appeared first on Tribune Online.

Governing Council of the Federal University Wukari, Taraba State, has appointed Prof. Benjamin Kefas as the substantive vice-chancellor of the institution. The council also approved the appointment of Dr Temboge Andrew as the new university librarian. The acting director, Information and Protocol Department of the university, Agya Ashu, disclosed this in a statement he issued […]

  LAGOS  – The Lagos State Government is set to make waste sorting at source mandatory as part of a broader strategy to modernise waste management and unlock the economic value…

Gombe State governor, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has said his administration is positioning the state as a regional hub for agriculture and livestock development, in line with Nigeria’s Renewed Hope National Development Plan (2026–2030). The governor stated this on Monday at a two-day National Economic Council (NEC) Conference held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, with […]

LAGOS  – In a direct and unusual appeal, the Board of Trustees of the Advertisers Association of Nigeria (ADVAN) has issued an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, voicing serious concerns…

A Nigerian healthtech startup, SereniMind, has launched a continent-wide digital campaign to change how mental wellness is discussed among African youth. Tagged “Africa Wellness Voices Initiative”, it is a pan-African project that uses digital platforms to normalise conversations around mental health and emotional wellbeing. The founder of SereniMind and coordinator of the campaign, Ridwan Oyenuga, […]

LAGOS  – The Association of Corporate Communication and Marketing Professionals in Banks (ACAMB), has inaugurated a new executive council to pilot its affairs for the 2026–2028 term, with strong representation from…

A former secretary to the Osun State government (SSG), Moshood Adeoti, has declared his support for the second term bid of Governor Ademola Adeleke and aligned with the Accord Party (AP) with thousands of his supporters the state. Adeoti, an associate of former Governor Rauf Aregbesola, the national secretary of African Democratic Congress (ADC), stepped […]

Kwara State Rapid Response Team (RRT) has debunked rumours circulating on social media alleging deaths from Lassa fever at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Orientation Camp in the state. The clarification followed an investigation led by the state epidemiologist, Dr Khadeejah Kamaldeen, after a social media post on Sunday, claiming that a corps member […]

  LAGOS  – The West Africa Industrialisation, Manufacturing & Trade Summit & Exhibition will convene regional and international investors, policymakers, development finance institutions, and industrial leaders at the Landmark Centre, Lagos,…

Following the crisis rocking the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs, a group of princes in Oyo, has filed a lawsuit against the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, seeking a restriction on his official engagements. They claimed that the filing of a suit at the Oyo State High Court in Oyo Town was […]

Nigerian Association of Dermatologists (NAD) has lamented the growing public health concerns linked to skin bleaching in the country. To this end, the association has launched a campaign, themed “EmbraceYourSkin”, at a press conference held at the Dermatological Clinic, Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) Annexe, Yaba, Lagos. NAD highlighted the growing public health crisis posed […]

  LAGOS  – MTN Group has announced that it is in advanced discussions to acquire the remaining shares in IHS Holdings that it does not already own.  The telecoms giant disclosed…

A political group, the Movement for Credible Elections (MCE), has called for credible electoral reform before the 2027 general elections. According to the group, the fragility of the electioneering system has led the electorate to lose trust in it, and the rot within it has made it impossible for the electoral system to reflect the […]

 A new study by Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)) has said that Africa hosts an estimated $29.5 trillion in mine-site mineral value, representing about 20% of global mineral wealth.  The study…

  LAGOS – Director-General of National Pension Commission (PenCom), Ms Omolola Oloworaran, has stated that the Personal Pensions Plan (PPP) is a critical pillar for building Nigeria’s long-term economic resilience. Oloworaran…

Following the resignation of Professor Abdullahi Usman Saleh as Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), a Civil Society Organisation (CSO), Independent Hajj Reporters (IHR), has called for careful consideration in appointing an interim leader to ensure the smooth running of the 2026 Hajj operations. Professor Saleh, who cited personal reasons for his […]

IT is distressing but not really surprising that the political disagreement between Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State and his immediate predecessor and estranged political godfather, Nyesom Wike, has continued to fester. This is in spite of the intervention by President Bola Tinubu, on multiple occasions, to broker peace between the duo. Many had expected […] The post The tension in Rivers appeared first on Tribune Online.