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Anambra Poll: ADC Pledges Better Infrastructure, Environmental Reforms
The Governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Anambra State, John Nwosu, has pledged to prioritise infrastructural development and environmental management if elected. Nwosu made the promise during his campaign visit to...
10 Most Profitable Online Side Hustles in Nigeria (2025)
In 2025, your smartphone is your biggest money-making tool. Inflation, job uncertainty, and the rising cost of living have turned side hustles from “extra” into “essential,” and the smartest ones are happening entirely online. The best part? You...
UNICEF, Katsina Govt. train girls on sustainable peace
Health THE UNICEF and Katsina State Government have trained 50 adolescent girls across selected local government areas of state to promote peace and resilience in the communities. The 2-day training held in Katsina on Monday was also to promote...
First indigenous crude oil terminal in Nigeria and matters arising
For those who never believe or see anything good in Nigeria, a first-of-its-kind crude oil export terminal that will change the narrative in the oil and gas sector is unfolding in the south-south geo-political zone of the country. One of the major...
Bill Gates Is Suddenly Skeptical: Pivots from Climate Doom and Renewables
Editor’s Note: The media has been awash with stories about Bill Gates’ apparent about face on climate change. The New York Times, CBS, CNN, the Associated Press, and dozens of other outlets discussed a lengthy blog post Gates wrote in which he...
Nigeria, Germany Deepen Economic Ties As Trade Volume Rises To €3 Billion
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, has said that relations between Nigeria and Germany are growing stronger, with over 90 German companies now operating in the country. Tuggar disclosed this during the German Unity Day...
Two Nigerian ministers urged to switch portfolios to appease Donald Trump amid diplomatic tensions
Nigerian journalist Jaafar Jaafar has called for a strategic cabinet reshuffle to ease diplomatic tensions with US President Donald Trump He warned that Nigeria’s current leadership lacks religious diversity at the top, which could worsen...
Non-oil sectors key to Nigeria’s GDP, economic growth – Amadi
Business Dr Chinedu Amadi, an entrepreneur and Founder of Trade Horizon Magazine, says Nigeria’s non-oil sectors remain critical drivers of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and overall economic growth. Amadi, also a geologist, stated this...
Otedola, petrol marketers react to Tinubu’s 15% import tariff on fuel, “Nigerians will pay more”
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola has reacted to President Bola Tinubu’s 15% fuel import tariff Otedola described the president's decision as a bold step to protect local refining and attract investment PETROAN president Billy Gillis-Harry also...
Nigerians in Ghana urged to reflect country’s positive image, resilient spirit
Undeterred by the new wave of anti-Nigeria hate-speech and demonstrations by sections of the Ghanaian public, Nigerians and friends of Nigeria gathered in Accra recently to celebrate Nigerian excellence, unity, and contributions to Ghana at the...
‘Nigerian Airlines Spent $5bn On Maintenance Abroad In 5 Years’
Local airlines operating in Nigeria’s aviation sector have spent an estimated $5 billion on aircraft maintenance abroad in the last five years, investigations by LEADERSHIP have revealed. LEADERSHIP reports that Aircraft maintenance, particularly...
Nigeria Customs Strengthen Ties With Netherlands On Trade Facilitation
The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has led a delegation from the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to the Netherlands for a two-day bilateral working visit aimed at strengthening cooperation on trade facilitation, port efficiency,...
Archbishop Martins: Nigeria’s Security Agencies Lax in Protecting Christians
Mary Nnah The Archbishop of the Metropolitan See of Lagos, Most Rev. (Dr.) Alfred Adewale Martins, has slammed Nigeria’s security agencies for being “lax” in protecting Christians from attacks, saying their inaction has led to allegations of...
Nigeria Inaugurates New Water Facilities In Ogoniland To Boost Public Health, Livelihoods
In deepening public health, recovery of livelihood, the federal government over the weekend, inaugurated new water facilities in Ogoniland, under the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP), a major step in restoring safe water access...
Amplifying African Women’s Role, Cornerstone for Sustainable Development
The African Union (AU) leadership expressed its steadfast and unwavering commitment to women, peace and security agenda, and strongly urged women to ensure accountability and transformative influence during the week-long commemoration in late...
Nigeria’s building commitment to religious freedom and security must not be ignored
Opinion By Olufemi Soneye THE recent decision by the United States to classify Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” has stirred global attention, but it also risks overlooking significant reforms and security gains currently underway in...
World Bank Set To Review Nigeria’s $1bn Economic Reform Loan Request In December
The World Bank has tentatively scheduled December 16, 2025, as the approval date for Nigeria’s fresh $1 billion Development Policy Financing (DPF) loan, introduced under a new framework titled “Nigeria Actions for Investment and Jobs Acceleration...
Trump Threatens to Halt Aid and Take Military Action in Nigeria, Accuses Government of Failing to Protect Christians
KEY POINTS President Trump accused the Nigerian government of failing to protect Christians from Islamist violence. On Truth Social, Trump said he had instructed the 'Department of War' to prepare for possible action. Donald Trump has ignited an...
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Opinion By Olufemi Soneye THE recent decision by the United States to classify Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” has stirred global attention, but it also risks overlooking significant reforms and security gains currently underway in...
"we're Building A Real Model For What Touring Across Nigeria Should Look L
Asa Asika, the manager of Afrobeats star Davido, has shared the motive behind the decision to host a 5alive Nigerian tour across several states in the country. The talent manager, via his Instagram page, shared that the Afrobeats genre has gone...