Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has urged Nigerian politicians to avoid inflammatory rhetoric and prioritise peace, unity and lawful political competition ahead of the 2027 elections.
Year: 2026
Nobel Peace Prize Jury Treads Carefully After Trump Campaign as 2026 Award Decision Nears!
The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize decision is approaching as Donald Trump’s public campaign for the award draws renewed attention to the Norwegian Nobel Committee and its confidential selection process.
Five EU Nations Plan African Return Hub for Rejected Asylum Seekers by 2027!
Five EU nations — Germany, Greece, Austria, Denmark and the Netherlands — are advancing plans for a return hub in Africa for rejected asylum seekers by 2027.
Michael Jordan’s ‘Last Dance’ Jersey Sells for Record $12.26 Million at Auction!
Michael Jordan’s 1998 NBA Finals Game 3 jersey has sold for $12.26 million, setting a new record for an NBA game-worn jersey.
Nigeria and Kenya Record 68% Trust in News as Global Confidence Falls to Record Low!
Nigeria and Kenya recorded 68% trust in news in the Reuters Institute’s 2026 Digital News Report as global news trust fell to 37%.
Benue NDC Ward Chairman Igbu Terhemen Dies After Alleged Attack in Makurdi!
Igbu Terhemen, the NDC chairman of Fiidi Council Ward in Makurdi, Benue State, has died after he was reportedly found unconscious near his residence following an alleged attack.
Tinubu Rules Out Return to Fuel Subsidy, Says Nigeria Must Sustain Economic Reforms!
President Bola Tinubu has ruled out a return to Nigeria’s petrol subsidy regime, defending economic reforms while promoting CNG and other measures to reduce transportation costs.
Ogun 2027: PDP Rejects Adebutu Eligibility Claims, Calls Them APC-Linked Smear Campaign!
Ogun PDP has rejected claims challenging Oladipupo Adebutu’s eligibility for the 2027 governorship election, saying he remains a registered party member and that the nomination process complied with electoral requirements.
Tinubu Makes Lower Cost of Living Top Priority as Nigeria Seeks Relief for Households!
President Bola Tinubu has made reducing Nigeria’s cost of living a central priority, with the government focusing on production, transportation, energy and economic reforms.
Nollywood Mourns Cjay Nwokafor as Nkechi Blessing Cancels Movie Release After Actor’s Death!
Nollywood is mourning actor Chijioke “Cjay” Nwokafor after Nkechi Blessing announced his death in Lagos and cancelled her movie release in his honour.
Nigeria at 66: Tinubu Declares ‘Age of Prosperity’ After Three Years of Reforms!
President Bola Tinubu has declared a new “age of prosperity” for Nigeria at 66, shifting the focus from difficult economic reforms to jobs, production, lower living costs and broader prosperity.
Trafficking Survivors Launch Abuja Initiative, Seek Greater Role in Nigeria’s Anti-Trafficking Policies!
Nigerian trafficking survivors have launched the Voices Unchained initiative in Abuja to strengthen survivor participation in anti-trafficking policies, prevention, rehabilitation and reintegration efforts.
Asha Okojie Urges Clear Implementation of New Armed Forces Salary Structure!
Former Edo Labour Party governorship aspirant Asha Okojie has welcomed Nigeria’s new Armed Forces salary structure and called for clear implementation, pension guidance and welfare support.
Media, ICPC Deepen Partnership to Strengthen Nigeria’s Fight Against Maritime Corruption!
The Media Anti-Corruption Initiative and ICPC are strengthening collaboration on ethical journalism, public awareness, data sharing and efforts to prevent corruption in Nigeria’s maritime sector.
Nigeria at 66: Tinubu Says Tough Reform Phase Is Over, Promises Prosperity and Lower Cost of Living!
President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria has moved beyond the toughest phase of economic reforms as he promises lower living costs, more jobs and broader prosperity in his 66th Independence Day broadcast.