Russian President Vladimir Putin, in his marathon press conference, demanded 'respect' from the West and listed battlefield gains. This follows a new $105bn EU loan to Ukraine. Read the full analysis.
The Federal Government has opened a portal for Nigerian youths aged 18-39 to access loans up to N5 million under the new YouthCred scheme. Apply now for flexible, low-interest credit to boost your business or career.
President Bola Tinubu pledges to target terrorism financiers and armed groups under a new national security doctrine. Read his full statement from the 2026 budget presentation.
Angry mob assaults Zamfara lawmaker Kabiru Mika’ilu Dangulbi for alleged neglect. Separately, Kwara Assembly suspends Saba Yisa Gideon for 3 months over recording breach. Get the full details.
Cross River State mandates all commercial vehicles to adopt state-approved colours and security numbers by January 31, 2026. Non-compliance will attract sanctions. The move aims to boost safety and uniformity.
Nigerian Education Loan Fund disburses N154.4bn in interest-free loans to 788,947 students. CEO Akintunde Sawyerr reveals details and urges more applications from public institution students.
Adekunle Ajasin University confirms over 1,116 students benefited from N144.5m NELFUND loans for tuition. VC also details new hostel projects to enhance campus safety. Read more.
Labour Party warns Governor Dapo Abiodun against borrowing to fund Ogun's 2026 budget, threatens court action. Details on the N518.9bn debt plan and political showdown.
Nigerian Education Loan Fund disburses ₦997.8 million to cover tuition for 5,386 Kwara State University students for the 2024/2025 session. Read the full details of this major educational intervention.
Osun State University VC, Prof. Clement Adebooye, advises new students against social media misuse and encourages applications for the NELFUND loan scheme to support their education.
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria cautions the National Assembly against creating new health bodies, calling proposals legally unnecessary and wasteful.
Nigeria's FEC has approved a $100 million AfDB loan for the Youth Investment Fund and a $50m Islamic Bank loan for Yobe agriculture. President Tinubu pushes for 7% growth.
The Senate and House of Representatives confirm Gen. Christopher Musa as Defence Minister and adopt hard-line anti-terror measures, banning ransom payments and amnesty for terrorists. Read the details.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is reportedly set to receive over 100 National Assembly members ahead of the 2027 polls, with defections hitting APC hardest. Read details of the political realignment.
UBA MD Oliver Alawuba cautions Nigerians to treat loans responsibly as bank lending hits N46.7 trillion. CIBN also addresses 'Japa' impact with new fund. Read more.
Britain withdraws funding for TotalEnergies' Mozambique LNG project, citing national interests. The $20bn project, paused after a deadly 2021 attack, faces new hurdles. Read more on the implications for Africa's energy sector.
Britain withdraws funding for TotalEnergies' Mozambique LNG project, citing national interests. The $20bn project, halted by jihadist violence, faces new hurdles. Read the full analysis.
Nigerian Education Loan Fund reveals 788,947 students have received loans totaling N140.88 billion. Discover the breakdown, top applying universities, and student experiences with the scheme.
House of Representatives launches forensic investigation into failed $460 million CCTV project as Abuja faces worsening insecurity. Committee demands accountability.
African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.
Two senators and a House Rep condemn President Tinubu's directive to withdraw police from VIP duties, warning it will make politicians targets for bandits and terrorists.
African Development Bank approves $500 million loan to support Nigeria's energy sector reforms and climate action. Learn how this funding will transform Nigeria's power sector.
Nigerian lawmakers openly criticized President Tinubu's approach to bandit attacks, rejecting negotiations and demanding accountability for troop withdrawal in Kebbi. Read the full details of the security crisis.
A Nigerian couple borrowed $88,000 for their wedding and will repay $158,924 over 17 years. Shocking details revealed by friend spark wedding cost debate.
Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe confronts National Assembly colleagues for failing to address Nigeria's insecurity crisis. He demands accountability for troop withdrawal in Kebbi kidnapping case.
Nigerian lawmakers declare security system near collapse, demand death penalty for kidnappers and sweeping security reforms amid escalating nationwide attacks.
Federal Government secures $500 million from African Development Bank to finance energy transition and economic governance reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's development.
President Tinubu asks National Assembly to review constitution for state police establishment amid security emergency. Details on new security measures and kidnap victims.
Reps member Idris Wase reveals bandits are threatening to abduct lawmakers, urges President Tinubu to review police withdrawal from VIPs for enhanced security.
National Assembly members express security concerns after President Tinubu orders police withdrawal from VIPs. Former Deputy Speaker warns of bandit threats against lawmakers.