Isolated, under fire: Iran strikes out as Russia, China stand aside
With its supreme leader killed and its war machine under relentless U.S. pressure, Iran now stands largely alone – its longtime partners Russia and China offering nothing more than diplomatic condemnations and expressions of concern. Tehran has responded to the U.S. and Israeli attacks by widening the conflict beyond the Middle East, firing missiles […]
ECOWAS parliament celebrates 25 years of service in seven member states
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament celebrate 25 years of service to the people of West Africa by inaugurating a commemorative programme across seven members States. The speaker of the ECOWAS parliament, Hadja Ibrahima, made the announcement during a news conference in Abuja on Thursday. The ECOWAS member states includes […]
Tinubu approves ambassadorial postings
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the postings of 31 career and 34 non-career ambassadors to various countries and the United Nations. The list was confirmed Senate in December last year. A statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President has Reno Omokri going to Mexico, Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim becomes UN Permanent […]
World Obesity Day: CAPPA demands tougher regulation of junk food marketing
Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has appealed to the federal government to outline stricter policies to curb the aggressive marketing of unhealthy foods and beverages linked to obesity and other noncommunicable diseases (NCDs).. The call was made on the occasion of the 2026 World Obesity Day. It emphasized that decisive […]
Tinubu celebrates Obasanjo at 89
President Bola Tinubu has sent a message of congratulations and happy birthday to former President and elder statesman, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, on his 89th birthday on March 5. The President rejoiced with Chief Obasanjo, whose towering influence in the country, Africa, and beyond is significant. He noted the courage and sacrifices of the elder […]
Five-person delegation to represent Nigeria at Jackson’s burial
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent a five-person delegation to represent him and the country at the final burial rites of Rev. Jesse Jackson, the American civil rights leader, activist and former presidential candidate. Jackson passed away at age 84 on February 17, 2026, in Chicago, United States of America. Senator George Akume, Secretary […]
Nigeria launches national single window on March 27
Nigeria will launch the highly anticipated National Single Window (NSW) platform on March 27, a move described by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, as a “monumental” step in transforming the country’s trade ecosystem. He disclosed this during a stakeholders’ meeting at the State House, Abuja, attended by ministers, agency heads, […]
Tinubu renews the appointment of NIPSS DG
President Bola Tinubu has approved the renewal of the appointment of Professor Ayo Omotayo as the Director-General of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru. The appointment is for a final term of four years. President Muhammadu Buhari initially appointed Omotayo in November 2021. The Senate confirmed the appointment in […]
Tax reforms will improve citizens’ lives, Shettima declares
Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Wednesday in Abuja, said the implementation of new tax reforms will eliminate the burden of multiple levies and charges on small businesses and low-income earners in Nigeria, thereby helping to reduce poverty. He noted that the planning and implementation of the tax reforms were carefully designed to improve livelihoods, […]
Yelwata massacre: Trial of suspected terrorists stalled again
The trial of nine suspected terrorists who allegedly attacked Yelwata community in Benue on June 13, 2025, could not go on, on Wednesday, for the second time at the Federal High Court in Abuja. Authorities said no fewer than 150 people were killed in the attack. The matter, before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, was stalled […]
