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Nigeria Expands Digital Identity System To Strengthen Governance
NIMC Advances Digital Public Infrastructure for National Development Building a Unified Digital Identity Ecosystem THE National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has reiterated its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) framework aimed at improving governance, enhancing public service delivery, and reinforcing national security. Speaking at a digital conference in Abuja themed “Building Africa’s Digital […]
NFF Moves To Deepen Women’s Football Ties With China
Nigeria and China Explore New Women’s Football Cooperation Football Diplomacy Takes Centre Stage in Abuja THE Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has stepped up efforts to strengthen football relations with the Chinese Football Association (CFA) following a high-level engagement with the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, in Abuja. NFF President Ibrahim Musa Gusau described football […]
Heavyweights, Newcomers Intensify Battle For Nigeria’s Presidency
Tinubu Confronts Expanding Opposition Field Ahead of 2027 Polls Presidential Race Gradually Takes Shape WITH less than eight months to Nigeria’s scheduled 16th January 2027 presidential election, the emerging political landscape is beginning to reveal the major actors, alliances and strategic calculations likely to shape the contest for the nation’s highest office. Across the country’s […]
Labour Party Aspirants Unveil 2027 Agendas During Screening
Labour Party Screens Presidential, Legislative Aspirants THE Labour Party has screened several aspirants seeking elective offices ahead of the 2027 general elections, with contenders using the exercise to unveil policy priorities centred on governance reform, security, youth mobilisation and national unity. Among those screened at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja were presidential aspirants Samuel […]
Nigeria, Poland Push New Alliance On Cybersecurity
Nigeria, Poland Advance Strategic Cooperation NIGERIA and Poland have intensified efforts to strengthen diplomatic and economic relations through expanded cooperation in digital technology, cybersecurity, trade and regional security. The renewed engagement followed a high-level meeting in Abuja between Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Economy, […]
Nigeria, Finland Explore AI, Energy, Digital Cooperation
Nigeria, Finland Strengthen Bilateral Ties in Technology and Innovation NIGERIA and Finland have opened fresh discussions aimed at expanding bilateral cooperation in critical sectors including digital infrastructure, renewable energy, healthcare, education and emerging technologies. The renewed engagement followed a meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and the Ambassador of Finland to Nigeria, […]
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Nigeria Ranks Third Globally In Student Migration — UNESCO Report
Nigeria Emerges as Global Education Export Hub NIGERIA has been ranked the third-largest source of international students globally, according to a new report by UNESCO. The inaugural Higher Education Global Trends Report revealed that Nigeria accounted for five per cent of all students studying abroad in 2023, placing it alongside Germany in the global ranking. […]
Security Crisis In Nigeria: Bwala Responds To Hasan’s Questions
By MARY EFOMBRUH Q&A: Mehdi Hasan vs Daniel Bwala Mehdi Hasan: Since President Tinubu took office, insecurity has worsened. Nigeria is now one of the deadliest countries in the world. Amnesty International reports document thousands of killings and kidnappings continuing under this administration. Are you proud of that record? Daniel Bwala: I’m not aware. Mehdi Hasan: […]
Bwala Says Past Criticism Of Tinubu Is ‘Politics’, Defends Al Jazeera Appearance
Bwala Responds to Interview Backlash SPECIAL Adviser to the President on Media and Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has responded to criticism that followed his recent interview on Al Jazeera, stating that he remains ready to defend the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu before any interviewer anywhere in the world. Bwala spoke on Saturday for […]
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How ₦1,650 Jet Fuel Price Could Reshape Airline Operating Costs In Nigeria
Dangote Refinery Reduces Jet Fuel Price Amid Airline Cost Pressures Price Adjustment Announced THE Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced the price of aviation fuel (Jet A1) from ₦1,750 to ₦1,650 per litre, a move aimed at easing operational pressure on airlines and stabilising fuel supply in Nigeria’s aviation sector. The announcement, confirmed by the company […]
Ibaka Seaport Controversy Deepens As Dugout Port Plan Sparks Alarm
By EMEM BENSON A Strategic Vision Under Scrutiny FOR over two decades, the proposed Ibaka (Ibom) Deep Seaport has stood as one of Nigeria’s most ambitious maritime infrastructure projects. Conceived as a natural deep seaport along the Atlantic coastline in Akwa Ibom State, the project promised to transform Nigeria’s logistics ecosystem, boost exports, and position the […]
NAHCO Revenue Hits ₦65.8 Billion As Profit Jumps 36%
NAHCO Records Strong Financial Performance in 2025 NIGERIAN Aviation Handling Company Plc has posted a robust financial performance for the 2025 fiscal year, with significant growth across revenue, profit, and shareholder returns. The company’s total revenue rose by 22.93 per cent to ₦65.82 billion, up from ₦53.54 billion recorded in 2024, reflecting improved operational efficiency […]
CBN Faces Tough Call Amid Inflation Pressures & Weak Economy
A Delicate Policy Moment for Nigeria’s Economy NIGERIA’S economic managers are approaching a critical decision point as the Central Bank of Nigeria prepares for its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting scheduled for 19–20 May 2026. The meeting comes at a time when the economy is being pulled in opposite directions — rising inflation on one […]
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Heavyweights, Newcomers Intensify Battle For Nigeria’s Presidency
Tinubu Confronts Expanding Opposition Field Ahead of 2027 Polls Presidential Race Gradually Takes Shape WITH less than eight months to Nigeria’s scheduled 16th January 2027 presidential election, the emerging political landscape is beginning to reveal the major actors, alliances and strategic calculations likely to shape the contest for the nation’s highest office. Across the country’s […]
Labour Party Aspirants Unveil 2027 Agendas During Screening
Labour Party Screens Presidential, Legislative Aspirants THE Labour Party has screened several aspirants seeking elective offices ahead of the 2027 general elections, with contenders using the exercise to unveil policy priorities centred on governance reform, security, youth mobilisation and national unity. Among those screened at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja were presidential aspirants Samuel […]
PDP Picks Umurhohwo For Delta Assembly Race
PDP Produces Umurhohwo as Candidate for Ughelli North Constituency II YOUTH development advocate and grassroots mobiliser, Mr. Oke Umurhohwo, has emerged as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for the Delta State House of Assembly election in Ughelli North Constituency II ahead of the 2027 general elections. Umurhohwo emerged during the party’s primary election held […]
Delta ADC Unveils Unuafe, Promises New Political Direction
Consensus Primary Produces New ADC Flagbearer in Delta THE African Democratic Congress (ADC) has produced Dr. Emmanuel Usivwoghene Unuafe as its governorship candidate for Delta State ahead of the 2027 election, following a consensus primary election held in Asaba. The exercise, conducted at the party’s state secretariat, was observed by officials of the Independent National […]