By FIDELUS ZWANSON THE Nigerian stock market continued its downward slide on Tuesday, as sustained sell pressure erased ₦612 billion from investors’ wealth. Data from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) showed that the market capitalisation fell from ₦97.582 trillion on Monday to ₦96.970 trillion, while the All-Share Index (ASI) declined by 1,109.50 points, or 0.72 […]
By PAULINA NZERUBE THE Delta State House of Assembly has approved Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s request for the re-issuance of a ₦18.1 billion Bank Guarantee, transferring the facility from Sterling Bank to Access Bank Plc in favour of Bastanchury Power Solutions Nigeria Limited, developers of the Asaba Independent Power Plant (IPP). The governor’s request was conveyed […]
By OBI DAVIES Lagos Set for Shakara Festival — A Four-Day Celebration to Redefine ‘Detty December’ LAGOS is set to host the maiden edition of the Shakara Festival, a four-day outdoor celebration of African music, culture, and lifestyle that promises to transform the city’s famed “Detty December” experience. Scheduled to take place from 18 to 21 […]
By JULIUS OGUNRO IN 2007, I travelled to Okwe, a quiet town in Imo State, to interview Ralph Uwazuruike, the founder of the Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB). He had just been released from prison, yet his calm, measured tone that afternoon stood in sharp contrast to his reputation […]
By ANITA KNIGHT The United States has moved to relist Nigeria on its religious freedom watchlist after President Donald Trump designated the country a “Country of Particular Concern,” accusing Abuja of tolerating mass attacks on Christians and ordering the Pentagon to prepare for possible action. The decision — and Trump’s threat of military steps if […]
By AUGUSTUS ISICHEI THE battle for supremacy in Nigerian basketball has reached fever pitch as Rivers Hoopers, Lagos Legends, Gboko City Chiefs, and Nigeria Customs sealed their spots in the 2025 Nigeria Premier Basketball League (NPBL) Final Four, setting the stage for a fierce fight for national glory — and the coveted ticket to represent […]
By ESTHER McWILLIS-IKHIDE Civilians on the Brink as Geopolitics Looms Over Nigeria’s Conflict Zones AS tensions rise between Washington and Abuja, fears are mounting that civilians in Nigeria’s fragile conflict zones could become the biggest casualties if U.S. President Donald Trump turns his fiery rhetoric into action. His threats to halt aid and order strikes […]
By TINA TOLUTOPE THE Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has trained farmers from Oyo and Lagos States in aquaponics, an innovative agricultural system that integrates fish farming (aquaculture) and vegetable cultivation (hydroponics) in a single, water-efficient setup. The training, held at the Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency (OYSADA), is part of JICA’s ongoing […]
By ESTHER McWILLIS-IKHIDE TEXAS senator links legislation to religious persecution; praises Trump’s stance on Nigeria United States Senator Ted Cruz has announced plans to introduce new legislation targeting Nigerian political and religious officials involved in introducing or enforcing Sharia and blasphemy laws, which he claims are fueling the persecution of Christians in the country. In […]
By ANDERSON (ANDY) CLIFF BEIJING urges respect for national sovereignty after Trump’s threat of sanctions, military action. China has thrown its full support behind Nigeria, warning against any form of foreign interference following recent remarks by former U.S. President Donald Trump criticizing Nigeria’s handling of religious issues. In a statement released on Tuesday via the […]