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Nasir El-Rufai, has revealed that his successor, Uba Sani, and the national security adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, are no longer his friends

A former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has revealed that his successor, Uba Sani, and the national security adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, are no...

Drug abuse and domestic violence takes over North-West subregion, says Speaker Tajudeen Abbas

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has called for urgent action to address the increasing prevalence of drug abuse and domestic...

Scuffle over house rent, Tenant beats up landlord in Abuja

A tenant identified as Musa Alhassan allegedly engaged his landlord, Samson Bako, in a scuffle over house rent in Pegi community in Kuje Area...

Nigeria Customs Service has withdrawn the initial announcement of 4 per cent Free on Board (FOB) import charges

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has withdrawn the initial announcement of 4 per cent Free on Board (FOB) import charges, while urging stakeholders to...

Why the National Assembly never rejected me as a ministerial nominee – Nasir El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State

Nasir El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State, says he was not rejected by the National Assembly as a ministerial nominee.But speaking on Monday during...

Federal University Dutsinma, FUDMA, in Katsina State has announced a one-week Mid-Semester break starting from Feb. 24

The Management of the Federal University Dutsinma, FUDMA, in Katsina State has announced a one-week Mid-Semester break starting from Feb. 24. The closure of the...

Benue Goverment has said that the Chief Judge, CJ, Justice Maurice Ikpambese, stands removed from office

The Benue Goverment has said that the Chief Judge, CJ, Justice Maurice Ikpambese, stands removed from office. This is contained in a statement on Monday...

Thai lady arrested at Lagos airport with boxes of illicit drug consignments

Attempt by a 24-year-old Thai lady, Pattaphi Wimonnat, to smuggle 43 parcels of Canadian Loud, a synthetic strain of cannabis, weighing 46.60 kilograms into...

‘Seyi Makinde, has warned the APC not to truncate democracy by resorting to self-help on local government administration in Osun State

The Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has warned the All Progressives Congress (APC) not to truncate democracy by resorting to self-help on local government...

NAFDAC has justified its recent crackdown on fake drugs across the country and dismissed claims that the organisation was against businesses. 

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has justified its recent crackdown on fake drugs across the country and dismissed...

We have petrol, in storage to sufficiently meet the local needs of Nigeria – Dangote

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has enough Premium Motor Spirit, otherwise known as petrol, in storage to sufficiently meet the local needs of Nigeria, according...

Ogun State sector of the Federal Roads Safety Corp has confirmed death of nine passengers

The Ogun State sector of the Federal Roads Safety Corp (FRSC) has confirmed death of nine passengers in a road crash which occurred in...

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Why Mobile Gaming Is Growing Faster Than Ever in Africa

Meta Title: Mobile Gaming In Africa – Why It's Growing Fast Meta Description: Mobile gaming in Africa is growing faster than any other digital sector: affordable smartphones, mobile payments, local content and what the data shows for 2026. Why Mobile Gaming Is Growing Faster Than Ever in Africa Few industries are expanding...

Toyin Akinniyi: Building blocks of the Future, education financing for sustainable outcomes

Opening Remarks by Ms. Toyin Akinniyi, Regional Portfolio Director, Luminate at the Bold Action Session on Education: "Building Blocks of the Future: Education Financing for Sustainable Outcomes"  (A Day Zero event of the 2026 Africa Social Impact Summit) on 21 July 2026. Protocols. Good morning distinguished guests, the board and CEO...

Cheta Nwanze: The acquittal of Nigeria’s former petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke

Cheta Nwanze The acquittal of Nigeria’s former petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke at Southwark Crown Court, London, on 17 June 2026 has brought up an uncomfortable question that has long shadowed international anti-corruption efforts: is justice truly universal, or is it reserved for the powerless? After a nearly six-month trial...

Lazarus Angbazo: Building Nigeria’s Infrastructure Economy

BUILDING NIGERIA'S INFRASTRUCTURE ECONOMY Mobilizing Private Capital to Build the Foundation of National Prosperity Keynote Address by Dr. Lazarus AngbazoChief Executive Officer, InfraCorpNACCIMA Infrastructure Conference (INFRACON) — July 14, 2026 Your Excellencies, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. Please permit me to stand on established protocol. Let me begin with a simple observation. Every...

Lazarus Angbazo: Beyond Roads and Power, Who Will Finance Human Capital Infrastructure for Africa’s Workforce?

By Lazarus Angbazo |  [email protected] Africa is entering one of the most ambitious periods of infrastructure and industrial investment in its history. Governments are expanding power generation, transport networks, ports, industrial parks, and digital infrastructure, while African private sector leaders are making unprecedented long-term commitments to manufacturing and industrial...

Residents: Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Self Storage Facility in Philadelphia

Finding the ideal self-storage unit can be challenging, especially in Philadelphia, where options abound. Many residents seek facilities that not only safeguard their belongings but also provide value and convenience. In this article, you'll learn the key factors to consider when selecting a self-storage facility in the...

“No Victor, No Vanquished” — Angbazo calls for unity after Nasarawa ADC Governorship Primary win

LAFIA — Retired General Nuhu Angbazo has emerged victorious from the Africa Democratic Congress, ADC, governorship primaries in Nasarawa State, calling on all party faithful to sheathe their swords and rally behind a common vision for the state's development. In a press statement issued shortly after his victory...

Lazarus Angbazo: The Countries that will lead the AI Economy are being decided right Now — By Their PowerGrids

Nigeria has enough installed generation to power a mid-sized country. The grid delivers less than half of it. Around the world, the race to build AI-ready power infrastructure is already underway — and the decisions African governments and investors make in the next eighteen months will determine...

Cheta Nwanze: Failed visa Marriages

by Cheta Nwanze The 1990 film Green Card told a relatively innocent story: a French immigrant and an American woman enter a marriage of convenience so he can stay in the US. They barely know each other. They hope never to see each other again after the deal...

Digital Marketing for Attorneys

In the competitive landscape of legal services, personal injury and medical malpractice attorneys are finding themselves overshadowed by competitors who dominate online visibility. The root of this issue lies in the digital presence that many firms lack. While traditional word-of-mouth referrals still hold value, the digital age...

Lazarus Angbazo: The global power industry is leaving Africa behind

 Dr. Lazarus AngbazoThe nascent AI revolution is not just driving electricity consumption and massive demand for additional capacity—it is reshaping how power is built, maintained, and delivered. For Africa, the real risk is no longer just insufficient capacity—it is also losing control and ability to manage the capacity it...

Bunmi Onabanjo-Kuku: The first thing you feel when you land in Nigeria

By Bunmi Onabanjo-Kuku The first thing you feel when you land in a country is not its culture, not its cuisine, not its people. It is its airport. That threshold, the space between the jet bridge and the city beyond, tells you everything a nation believes about itself...