A good idea; but state creation ought to deliver more than it has Seven of the 36 states in the country turned 50 on February 3. They were created by The post Seven states at 50 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Last Wednesday, Ifeoma Okoye, with her two daughters, eagerly set off for Balogun Market to buy lace materials for ‘asobi,’ as one of the daughters was preparing for her wedding. The post Retailers, shoppers bemoan continued closure of Balogun market appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) says it will continue to support and partner with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to promote the image of Nigeria and bring pride to the country through football and other sports.       The Director-General of the NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, gave this assurance when a delegation led by […]

Those of my generation, that is, the baby boomers as well as those who are one or two generations younger are likely to recognise the phrase used as the title The post Highways are happy ways (III) appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

By Temitope Ajayi Our habit of amending our electoral laws almost every election cycle deserves serious scrutiny. The popular justification, continuous improvement, sounds persuasive but does not withstand close examination. The post Beyond the compulsory real-time transmission of results appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A worthy recognition for an equally worthy legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti was honoured with the first Lifetime Achievement Award to an African musician at the 68th Grammy Award in Los Angeles, The post Fela’s Grammy Award appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

For Victor Daniyan, a techpreneur runs Nearpays and Yourrider, two business entities that provide solutions to teething problems confronting businesses and also at the forefront of technology and innovation. He The post ‘Technology should serve everyone not just elites’ appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Looking at the vast tapestry of what is our nation Nigeria’s political landscape, a pattern has since independence emerged with increasing clarity over the decades—the deliberate cultivation of political dynasties, The post Fathers, Brothers, Sons and Daughters Nigeria Limited appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

You Have Ran Enough”: Former Cross River governor,  Donald Duke advising Alhaji Atiku Abubarkar to end his long-standing presidential ambition. Last week I ended the column by concluding that former The post Atiku or Obi: who emerges ADC presidential candidate (2) appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The former Governor of Rivers State and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, his erstwhile political mentee and current Governor of the state, Siminalayi Fubara, and The post Rivers State politics: What you see is not what you get appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

“After an extensive sweep of the area, the troops successfully recovered 529 livestock, including 290 cows, 238 sheep, and one donkey, as well as one motorcycle.”

The African Leadership Initiative West Africa (ALIWA) has convened national leaders across sectors to reflect on values-driven leadership and Nigeria’s future, as it hosted its inaugural National Leadership Dialogue (NLD) The post Body seeks integrity-driven leadership at national dialogue appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Clear, confident and value-driven communication strengthens leadership credibility, improves workplace relationships, boosts sales performance and opens doors to new professional opportunities, experts have said. They all spoke at the Money The post Experts mull soft skills for career advancement appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Last week was another clear step forward in the long journey President Bola Ahmed Tinubu set Nigeria upon since May 29, 2023. It was an eventful week, and not a The post Tinubu’s week of resolve: when reform met rage appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Gunmen suspected to be members of the Neo-Black Movement cult, popularly known as Aye, over the weekend, went on a rampage in Ogidi community of Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State, injuring many indigenes, and killing the President General of the community, Chief Ikwuka Okoye and one other unidentified person. The attack has […]

• Says destabilised Nigeria makes Christians less safe across Africa US Congressman Riley M. Moore warned yesterday of the danger inherent in destabilising Nigeria. Representative Moore who was actively involved The post US Congressman Moore warns against emboldening Nigerian separatists appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

• Says terrorists’ doctrine alien to our tradition, history • Imo @ 50: VP hails Uzodimma as ‘game-changing revolutionary’ • Anyaoku, monarchs, Oyebanji join golden jubilee • Southern Governors Forum The post Kwara attacks violation of right to peaceful worship – Shettima appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Rest Realty has officially secured and completed the signing of a landmark land deal covering one million square meters, marking a major step toward the development of Nigeria‘s first-ever Snow The post Firm to build Nigeria’s first snow city park appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The decision by the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), Bayo Ojulari, to halt operations at Nigeria’s state-owned refineries has triggered widespread debate The post Refineries: Nigeria was just wasting money, says NNPCL boss Ojulari appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Ahead of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) updated recapitalisation deadline of 31 March 2026, Summit Bank has confirmed that it has fully met its capital requirement, positioning the bank The post Summit Bank raises over N15b capital requirement appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Democracy and the spectre of remilitarisation After almost three decades of uninterrupted peace and tranquility, post-military democracy in Nigeria has entered an interesting phase. What with the uncovering of a The post Arms and the nation appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria, accompanied by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, will undertake a State Visit to the United Kingdom from Wednesday, March 18 to Thursday, March 19, 2026.

“NO permanent friends, no permanent enemies, only permanent interests,” is a quote largely attributed to Lord Palmerston, a 19th-century British statesman. It is a statement associated with realism in international relations. If anyone would doubt the practical realisation of the above in today’s Nigeria, such a person would not come from Abia State. On January […] The post Something good is happening in Abia politics appeared first on Tribune Online.

Nigeria’s development is fun­damentally incomplete as long as the South-South region faces structural neglect and political disregard. This is not an emo­tional claim; it is a stark, prac­tical reality that…

Many Nigerians have shared their thoughts on the incessant foreign trips by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. DAILY POST reports that the President has spent 23 days on foreign trips just in January 2026 after leaving Nigeria on December 28, 2025 for Europe. The President spent nine days in France for End-of-year break and holiday. He proceeded […] Nigerians react as Tinubu spends 23 days on foreign trips in January

Chelsea legend, John Terry has slammed Arsenal for ‘celebrating far too much’ following their recent Carabao Cup semi-final victory over the Blues. Terry believes Arsenal’s reaction reveals the mounting pressure on Mikel Arteta’s squad. After a narrow 1-0 win in the second leg, Arsenal advanced with a 4-2 aggregate score, but Terry insists Chelsea outplayed […] ‘They celebrated far too much’ – Chelsea legend, John Terry slams Arsenal

PORT HARCOURT – A non-governmental organi­sation (NGO), the Sickle Cell Awareness Initiative Ireland–Ni­geria (SCAIIN), has rolled out an awareness campaign to address widespread stigma, ignorance, and misinformation about sickle cell…

He dismissed claims circulating on social media that anti-venom was not administered to the victim, stressing that medical personnel acted promptly on her arrival.

“Terrorists threaten all Nigerians equally, and our response must remain unified, professional and resolute across every theatre of operation.

ONITSHA – Senior Special Assistant to the State Governor, Okoye Matthew Okoala, has picked the chairman­ship form to contest for the Anambra-East Local Gov­ernment seat in the August 29, 2026…

Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand has given his old club reasons to reverse the decision on midfielder Casemiro’s departure from Old Trafford. Despite the announcement, Ferdinand believes that the Brazilian should be rewarded with a contract extension due to his impressive performances under caretaker manager Michael Carrick. “Where is Casemiro going? He needs to sign […] EPL: Rio Ferdinand gives Man Utd reasons to reverse decision on Casemiro’s departure

Former Manchester United player, Owen Hargreaves has praised Bryan Mbeumo and Kobbie Mainoo for their standout performances against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Saturday. He referred to Mbeumo as a great finisher, comparing the Cameroon forward and Liverpool winger, Mohamed Salah. Regarding Mainoo, Hargreaves commended the England midfielder’s humility and consistent performances since […] EPL: Great finisher, so humble – Owen Hargreaves hails two Man Utd players

In commemoration of the Glob­al Cancer Month, the Ikeja Viva L’Amour Lions Club has pleaded that due to the high rate of cancer among children and adults, the government should…

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has set its sights on a major cultural offensive, with plans to officially commission two of the nation’s most influential northern icons, Hamamat Montia and musician Wiyaala, as global tourism ambassadors.

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Saturday, said the people of Rivers State do not need a governor to mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 election. Wike made the remark in Port Harcourt while commissioning the headquarters of the […] Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Sunday morning

The Public Relations Offi­cer of the Nigeria Securi­ty and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Lagos State Command, Oluwaseun Abolurin, has congrat­ulated the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Nigeria Police Force, Mr…