FG Launches Online Platform for Citizenship and Business Permits
The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched an Online Citizenship and Business Management Platform to simplify business permit applications, work permits for foreign employees, and Nigerian citizenship applications. Contained in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, the new digital system is designed to reduce delays, enhance […]
Tinubu Calls for Unity in Diversity at Pope’s Inauguration
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to embrace the country’s diversity as a strength for unity, stability, and progress. Making the call during a meeting with Catholic Bishops in Rome on Sunday after the inauguration of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, President Tinubu said Nigeria’s hope lies in using its diversity for prosperity, not adversity, stressing the need for […]
Adichie Leads Enugu’s First ‘Things Fall Apart’ Festival
Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie will headline the inaugural ‘Things Fall Apart’ Festival in Enugu State, scheduled for June 29 to July 5, 2025.The festival, organized by the Centre for Memories – Ncheta Ndigbo, expands on the annual Things Fall Apart Day to honor Chinua Achebe’s global literary legacy. Adichie, seen as a literary […]
Trump Inks $142B Saudi Deal, Lifts Syria Sanctions
In a high-profile visit to Saudi Arabia, U.S. President Donald Trump declared the kingdom America’s “strongest partner,” announcing a $142 billion arms deal and signaling a new economic era with Saudi investments possibly reaching $1 trillion. Speaking in Riyadh, Trump also made the surprise move to lift longstanding U.S. sanctions on Syria, calling it a […]
Ijora-Marine Bridge to Close for 21 Days Starting May 18
Federal Government will temporarily close the Ijora-Marine Bridge in Lagos State, from May 18, to carry out urgent repairs that will last for 21 days. A statement by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Olukorede Kesha, said the closure would begin at 7.00 a.m. on May 18, as some sections of the bridge would be […]
Lagos Targets ₦3 Trillion Assets, Warns Tax Defaulters
The Lagos State Commissioner of Finance, Mr. Abayomi Oluyomi, has announced a sweeping shift in the state’s financial strategy with a plan to unlock revenue from previously untapped areas, including the securitization of idle state assets and the establishment of long-term financial structures. A key component of this strategy is the identification and valuation of […]
All Three Kebbi Senators Defect from PDP to APC
In a recent wave of defections, all three Senators from Kebbi State—Adamu Aliero, Yahaya Abdullahi, and Garba Musa—have left the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Their defection cited upon internal PDP crises, poor performance in the last elections, and a loss of the party’s original values as reasons […]
AfDB’s Dr. Adesina to Speak at AgriConnect Summit 2025
We are honoured to announce that Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), will deliver the Keynote Address at AgriConnect Summit 2025, taking place on May 30th at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. A renowned agricultural economist, global development leader, and 2017 World Food Prize Laureate, Dr. Adesina has consistently championed the transformation of […]
Flying Eagles Reach U-20 AFCON Semis, Qualify for World Cup
Flying Eagles are through to the semi-final of the U-20 AFCON, after beating Senegal 3-1 on penalties yesterday. Ebenezer Harcourt was the hero for the Flying Eagles, as he saved two penalty kicks to help the coach Aliyu Zubairu-led side triumph 3-1 on aggregate after full time and extra-time ended 0-0. The victory also got […]
U.S., China Agree to 90-Day Tariff Reduction in Trade War Pause
In a major breakthrough, the United States and China have agreed to slash tariffs on each other’s goods for 90 days, as they de-escalate their trade war. Starting tomorrow Wednesday, both countries will reduce tariffs by 115%, meaning U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports will drop to 30%, while Chinese tariffs on American goods will fall […]
