Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma pledges land for NOVA Bank's permanent regional headquarters in Owerri. The new flagship office aims to boost SME support and job creation across South-East and South-South Nigeria.
The Nigerian Air Force confirms its C-130 aircraft and 11 crew members have safely departed Burkina Faso after a precautionary landing. Read the full details on the diplomatic resolution and onward journey.
A Cessna Citation crashed while landing at Statesville Regional Airport, resulting in fatalities. FAA is investigating the incident. Get the latest details here.
Burkina Faso has freed 11 detained Nigerian Air Force pilots and crew after high-level talks led by Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar. Read the full details of the diplomatic resolution.
Nigerian business leaders, including Stanel's Dr. Stanley Uzochukwu and Flutterwave's Olugbenga Agboola, held talks with Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema to explore strategic investments and regional economic cooperation. Read more.
The Ministry of Regional Development has inaugurated a Core Working Group to coordinate policies and promote inclusive growth across Nigeria's geopolitical zones. Learn about the strategy.
NSC CEO Pius Akutah urges Nigeria to become a maritime hub, detailing reforms in ports, dry ports, transit parks & dispute resolution saving billions. A must-read for business.
Nigeria's literacy rate stands at 70.4%, but the national average hides a crisis. Imo State leads at 96.43%, while Yobe lags at just 7.23%. Explore the data, causes, and solutions for a more literate Nigeria.
Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu opens new NAPL HQ in Asokoro, Abuja, to enhance troop welfare and administration. Read about the army's welfare drive.
The Defence Headquarters details the mistaken attack by Katsina vigilantes on Nigerien soldiers fetching water. New joint security measures are now in place to prevent recurrence. Read the full report.
ECOWAS Parliament opens 2025 session in Abuja, strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau and reaffirms commitment to regional democracy and stability. Read the full story.
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Fernando Dias da Costa following a military coup. Read about ECOWAS response and regional stability efforts.
Northern governors and traditional rulers have imposed a six-month mining suspension and approved a N1bn monthly security fund to tackle banditry and insecurity. Read the full communiqué.
The Defence Headquarters convened a Joint Border Security Meeting after a clash between Nigerian and Nigerien soldiers in Katsina. Learn how the situation was deescalated and what steps are being taken to prevent future incidents.
Nigeria has completed the headquarters of the $5 billion Africa Energy Bank in Abuja. Minister Heineken Lokpobiri confirms all host obligations are met, paving the way for operations to begin. Read more.
Kaduna Governor Uba Sani and security experts propose integrated solutions including regional command, state police, and community engagement to tackle Northwest insecurity.
Nigeria will host the Africa International Defence Exhibition in October 2026, attracting 30,000 attendees from 100+ countries to strengthen regional security cooperation and showcase defence technologies.
Omoluabi Parapo Conservative Group applauds President Tinubu's state of emergency on insecurity, calls for strengthened Amotekun and regional cooperation in South-West Nigeria.
The Ooni of Ife confirms bandits are moving toward Southwest Nigeria, urges unity behind President Tinubu's security efforts. Traditional rulers vow to strengthen local defense networks.
Southern Nigerian governors have agreed to create a regional security fund and enhance intelligence sharing to combat rising insecurity. The move aims to strengthen coordinated responses across state lines.
The WA-IMT Summit in Lagos from March 3-5, 2026 will drive regional integration and sustainable industrial growth across West Africa. Join industry leaders!
Nigerian Railway Corporation collaborates with Southwest Development Commission to operationalize unserviced railway routes, boost regional connectivity and economic growth in Southwest states.
My-ACE China urges Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and Abia governors to create an economic corridor that could rival Lagos. The proposed triangle would leverage ports, fabrication capacity, and blue economy potential.
Southwest governors endorse SWDC's plan for unified economic bloc and coordinated security. Learn how six states will collaborate for development and safety.
A Nigerian man's viral video warning against marrying Igbo partners from South-East Nigeria ignites social media debate about regional upbringing and relationships.
Governors from Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo and Ekiti states have presented three crucial demands to President Tinubu, including state police creation and enhanced security measures to combat regional insecurity.
South-West Governors declare state police a national urgency, approve Security Fund & digital platform. They insist decentralizing policing can't be delayed. Read the full communiqué.
Six Southwest governors convened in Ibadan for emergency security talks following the Eruku church attack in Kwara. Meeting focused on regional safety and economic stability.
Senior Advocate Wole Olanipekun urges President Tinubu to expose individuals sponsoring insecurity in Nigeria while advocating for regional federalism as solution.
Nigeria's Defence Headquarters debunks viral claims about forced military recruitment, labeling them as fake news aimed at tarnishing the military's reputation. Verify information before sharing!