Tinubu Awards MFR National Honour to William Troost-Ekong
President Bola Tinubu has honoured former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong with the MFR award. The defender expressed deep gratitude for the recognition. Read his full message.
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Why Osimhen Didn't Get MON Honour with Super Eagles
NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko explains why Victor Osimhen and Ahmed Musa received the higher OON award instead of the MON. Get the full details on Tinubu's rewards to the squad in Morocco.
Troost-Ekong Receives MFR, Credits Nigeria for Identity
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong receives the MFR national honour. He says Nigeria gave him his identity and platform to achieve football dreams. Read his full emotional tribute.
7 Proposed Nigerian States Scale 2nd Reading in 2025
In 2025, Nigeria's push for new states gained momentum as seven proposals, including Ibadan and Etiti, passed second reading. Explore the key bills and the drive for constitutional restructuring.
Ex-UN Envoy Rejects Death Penalty for Kidnappers
Former UN Human Rights Envoy, Prof. Uchenna Emelonye, urges Nigerian Senate to strengthen security institutions, not expand capital punishment laws, to effectively combat kidnapping and banditry.
Old Anthem Played by Mistake at APC Caucus Meeting
A protocol blunder occurred at the APC national caucus meeting in Abuja when the band mistakenly played Nigeria's old national anthem, causing brief confusion. Read full details.
Tinubu Vows to Hunt Down Terrorism Financiers
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.
Tinubu Presents N58.18 Trillion 2026 Budget to NASS
President Bola Tinubu presents the 2026 'Budget of Consolidation' to the National Assembly, targeting N58.18 trillion in spending with priorities on security, human capital, and infrastructure. Read the full details.
NSA Issues Emergency Yuletide Security Alert to Governors
Nigeria's National Security Adviser issues urgent security alert for the 2025 festive season, prompting nationwide deployments and coordinated responses from state governors and police commands.
IBEDC Blames Outages on Reduced Grid Supply
IBEDC apologises for prolonged power outages in Oyo, Ogun, Osun, and Kwara, citing reduced allocation from the national grid. The company is engaging with TCN for a solution. Read more.
Microsoft Trains 4M+ Nigerians, Targets 350k More in AI
Microsoft reveals its partnership with Nigeria has trained over 4 million citizens in digital skills since 2021. The tech giant now plans to train 350,000 more in AI to harness Africa's $1.5 trillion opportunity. Read more.
Man's View on Bishop Abioye's Shiloh Absence Trends
Honour Oriretan's Facebook post about Bishop David Abioye missing Shiloh 2025 for a second time has ignited mixed reactions online. Read the full analysis and public debate here.
IBEDC Blames Power Outages on Reduced Grid Supply
IBEDC attributes prolonged power outages in its franchise area to reduced allocation from the national grid. The company is engaging TCN for a solution while cracking down on energy theft.
NLC Warns of Strike if Protest is Disrupted
Nigeria Labour Congress warns of a nationwide indefinite strike if Wednesday's Day of Protest is violently disrupted. The union cites intelligence on planned infiltration.
Nigeria Added to US Travel Restrictions List
The United States has added Nigeria to a list of countries facing new travel restrictions. President Trump's proclamation cites security screening deficiencies. Learn what this means for Nigerian travellers.
Kuje Inmates Graduate with NOUN Degrees
Six inmates at Kuje Medium Security Custodial Centre have earned university degrees from NOUN, showcasing education's power for rehabilitation. Read their inspiring stories of hope and purpose.
NBSA Urges Voluntary Blood Donation Amid Critical Shortage
The National Blood Service Agency reveals Nigeria needs 2 million blood units yearly but collects less than 25%. Prof. Saleh Yuguda calls for voluntary donations to save lives.
Pressure Mounts on NASS to Pass Women's Special Seats Bill
Women leaders and stakeholders intensify pressure on Nigeria's National Assembly to pass the Special Seats Bill, warning of democratic stagnation without enhanced female representation. Vote imminent.
New Egg and Chicken Prices Released by Farmers
Nigerian poultry farmers announce updated rates for eggs and adult chickens. Despite a drop in inflation, staple foods remain costly, squeezing household budgets ahead of Christmas.
Ribadu Warns Against Exploiting Communities, Vows Action
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu warns individuals or groups exploiting communities will face decisive action. Reveals 775 terrorism convictions, stresses community role in peace. Read more.
New Defence Minister Musa Pledges to Secure Nigeria
Nigeria's new Defence Minister, General Christopher Musa (retd.), vows rapid security improvements. He promises synergy between forces and citizens to restore peace nationwide. Read his full plan.
Pharmacists Oppose Creation of New Health Commissions
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria cautions the National Assembly against creating new health bodies, calling proposals legally unnecessary and wasteful.
NASS Confirms Musa, Bans Ransom in Security Overhaul
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.
Okonjo-Iweala to Headline EiE Nigeria 15th Anniversary
WTO DG Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala will deliver the keynote at Enough is Enough Nigeria's 15th-anniversary dinner in Lagos on December 10, uniting leaders for national transformation.
Canadian City Honours Nigerian Philanthropist
The City of Brampton in Ontario, Canada, has presented a Certificate of Recognition to Nigerian philanthropist Ayomikun Adebayo-Oyetoro for her impactful humanitarian work. Discover how her quiet efforts are bridging continents.
Senate Debates Single National Emergency Number Bill
The Nigerian Senate is considering a bill to create a single, toll-free emergency number. This unified system aims to replace scattered helplines, improving response times for police, fire, and medical services nationwide.
NSC Starts Process to Establish Flag Football Federation
The National Sports Commission begins formal steps to create Nigeria's first official flag football governing body, aiming for inclusive governance and international representation. Read the full details.
FG, ActionAid Unveil Plan to Transform Nigeria's Food System
Nigeria unveils a National Agroecology Strategy to build climate-resilient agriculture and empower smallholder farmers. Discover how this plan aims to secure sustainable food production.
ADC Set to Harvest 21 Senators, 86 Reps for 2027
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.
SSAN to Govt: Use Social Scientists to Fix Nigeria
The Social Science Academy of Nigeria urges all government levels to deploy competent social scientists for evidence-based national planning. Read why experts are crucial for solving security and economic challenges.
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