The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede has disclosed how the Commission intervened in 2024 to stop a contractor mobilized by the Ministry of Power from executing a contract with fake and substandard transmission lines. He made this disclosure in Abuja on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 when the […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has acknowledged the judgment delivered Wednesday, March 25, 2026, by the Federal High Court in Lagos concerning its regulatory action on Union Bank of Nigeria Plc (UBN) in January 2024. A statement by Hakama Sidi Ali (Mrs.), Ag. Director, Corporate Communications of the apex Bank said that the CBN […]
By Victor Okoye Abuja, March 25, 2026 The camp of Nigeria’s Super Eagles is now complete following the arrival of captain Wilfred Ndidi at the Bellis Deluxe Hotel in Antalya, on Wednesday, ahead of upcoming international friendlies in Turkey. Head Coach Eric Chelle had earlier named captain Ndidi, Alex Iwobi and Ademola Lookman in a […]
The Bayelsa State Commissioner for Sports Development, Daniel Igali, has promised that the state will deliver one of the best ever organised wrestling championships in the country in recent time, expressing confidence in the technical ability of referees and other officials playing different roles in the competition that starts today, March 25, 2026 and ends […]
A trending video clip of an elderly woman who first mentioned these lies inspired me to write this. That is important. But even more important is the fact that these are uncomfortable truths that every Nigerian knows and can testify to. For instance, the claim that police bail is free of charge is perhaps one […]
Zenith Bank Plc has announced the appointment of Mr. Kennedy Onuwa Okwudili as an Executive Director of the bank effective May 1, 2026. The appointment, which is consistent with the bank’s tradition and succession strategy of grooming leaders from within, will further strengthen the bank’s Executive Management. Mr. Okwudili graduated with a Bachelor of Science […]
Dubai, 24 March 2026 Airtel Africa and SpaceX have announced the successful testing of data and messaging services with Starlink Mobile in Kenya, in a significant step towards bringing satellite-to-mobile connectivity to millions of people across Airtel Africa’s 14 markets. The testing was done in “no connectivity” areas – locations where terrestrial mobile networks did […]
Tel Aviv, March 25, 2026 Iran is easing restrictions on transit through the Strait of Hormuz, saying vessels not deemed hostile and not supporting military action against Tehran may pass, according to its mission to the United Nations. Ships must comply with Iranian security regulations and coordinate their passage with relevant authorities, the mission said […]
Washington, March 25, 2026 The United States has presented a 15-point plan to end the war with Iran, media reports said on Tuesday, with Pakistan acting as an intermediary to deliver the proposal to Tehran.According to Israeli broadcaster N12, the draft includes commitments from Iran not to pursue nuclear weapons and to hand over its […]
By Ankeli Emmanuel, Sokoto The Sultan of Sokoto and President General, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III has declared unalloyed support for the administration of governor Ahmed Aliyu in Sokoto. The Sultan, who made the pledge when he paid a Sallah Homage to the Governor at the Sokoto Presidential Lodge […]
By Aisha Gambo Kaduna, March 24,2026 The Federal High Court sitting in Kaduna on Tuesday adjourned hearing in the bail application filed by former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, until March 31. The presiding Judge, Justice Rilwanu Aikawa fixed the date after listening to arguments from both the defence and prosecution. El-Rufai was arraigned by […]
Mayor Tony Vauss of Irvington, New Jersey, United States of America (USA), will on Thursday, March 26, 2026 present his State of the Township Address for 2026 and the Guest Speaker at the event will be Dwayne D. Warren, Mayor of Orange, New Jersey. The highly anticipated event will take place at the Transcend Worship […]
…Says rebuilding public trust requires innovation, transparency, adherence to corporate governance The Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), DIG Hashimu Salihu Argungu (Rtd), has charged the newly promoted Deputy Inspectors-General of Police and Assistant Inspectors-General of Police to embrace strategic leadership and good corporate governance as foundational pillars for reforming the Nigeria Police Force […]
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Umuahia Gov. Alex Otti of Abia has urged traditional rulers to uphold justice and fairness in their leadership roles, describing power as a divine gift that must not be abused. Otti said this on Friday during the opening ceremony of the South-East Traditional Rulers Council meeting which also had in attendance the […]
UYO, Nigeria, March 24, 2026 Amid persistent volatility in global energy markets, the Chairman of Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited, Dr Layi Fatona, has urged the Nigerian government and corporate leaders to strengthen national and corporate resilience by diversifying across oil, gas and mineral resources. Speaking at the 61st Annual International Conference and Exhibition of […]
By Ugonne Uzoma Owerri, March 24, 2026 The Imo House of Assembly has urged Gov. Hope Uzodimma to review all moribund state-owned companies and agencies and develop an implementable revitalisation plan for their functionality and profitability. The House made the call during plenary session on Tuesday in Owerri, following a motion moved by the Deputy […]
By Leonard Okachie Umuahia, March 24, 2026 A diaspora group, called the Abia State Association of Arizona, USA, has renovated the School for the Blind, Afara in Umuahia North LGA, Abia, in order to improve the living and learning conditions for the students. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the group refurbished two […]
Presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Mr. Peter Obi, has said that the arrest by security agents of a religious leader, Sheikh Ahmad Tijjani Umar, who hosted him in Kaduna on Sunday, “underscores the deeply troubling state of our nation and our democracy, where freedom of speech and movement is increasingly threatened, and where citizens […]
Malabo, Equatorial Guinea. March 24, 2026: Noble Energy EG Ltd. (a Chevron company) with its co-venturers, and the government of Equatorial Guinea (EG) have signed agreements for the Aseng Gas Monetization Project. The execution of the agreements is subject to relevant approvals and is a critical milestone towards the approval and implementation of the Project. […]
By Alex Enebeli Enugu, March 23, 2026 Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has congratulated renowned nuclear physicist, Professor Felix Oragwu, as he marks his 92nd birthday. In a birthday message issued on Monday in Enugu by the group’s National Publicity Secretary, Ezechi Chukwu, the organisation described Oragwu’s life as a “remarkable testament to intellectual excellence, patriotism, and […]
The Director General of the Abia State Strategic Communications Bureau, Onyebuchi Ememanka, has strongly responded to criticisms from activist, Omoyele Sowore, who described Governor Alex Otti’s achievements in Aba as a “half-transformation”. Ememanka dismissed Sowore’s comments as a “cheap hatchet job”, questioning how the activist could judge the governor’s performance after spending less than 24 […]
The Super Eagles have unveiled their new jerseys for the 2026/2027 football season. The team shared pictures of the new home and away kits on its X page on Monday. The home jersey features a monochromatic green design, with a lemon base and darker shades forming spikes along the sides and sleeves. The look is […]
Washington, March 23, 2026 U.S. President Donald Trump has postponed any military strikes on Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for five days following “productive conversations” with Iran. He wrote on Truth Social on Monday, delaying a previous ultimatum. Trump had threatened on Saturday to attack Iranian power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is […]
New York/Montreal/Washington, March 23, 2026 An Air Canada Express jet collided with a fire truck while landing at New York’s LaGuardia airport late on Sunday, killing both pilots, injuring dozens, and closing the facility, authorities said. The Air Canada Express CRJ-900 plane, operated by its regional partner Jazz Aviation, was carrying 72 passengers and four […]
By Maureen Okon Abuja, March 23, 2026 The European Union (EU) delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS has announced the roll-out support of 288 million euros to Nigeria’s healthcare, agriculture, finance, migration, climate and digital public infrastructure sectors. The delegation made the announcement at the EU-Nigeria Ministerial news conference in Abuja, to announce the roll-out funds […]
