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School closures threaten national stability, FG warns The Nigerian government warns that ongoing school closures in Nigeria due to insecurity pose a serious threat to the nation’s stability and education syste Read More: https://punchng.com/school-closures-threaten-national-stability-fg-warns/

2027 election: Experts warn of surge in govt spending Experts warn the 2027 election may trigger a surge in Nigeria government spending, threatening fiscal stability despite a record N159.28tn public debt. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-election-experts-warn-of-surge-in-govt-spending/

UK advocates media freedom in Nigeria The British High Commission reaffirms its commitment to promoting media freedom in Nigeria, sponsoring training for journalists on ethical reporting. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-advocates-media-freedom-in-nigeria/

‘Vessel fund sustainability depends on repayment plans’ NIMASA warns that vessel fund sustainability relies on a strong repayment culture. Discover why the CVFF’s success is crucial for Nigeria’s maritime future Read More: https://punchng.com/vessel-fund-sustainability-depends-on-repayment-plans/

Uzbekistan striker battles Onuachu for Super Lig Golden Boot Paul Onuachu’s lead for the Süper Lig Golden Boot shrinks as Eldor Shomurodov closes in. Can the Nigerian striker rediscover his form to win the award? Read More: https://punchng.com/uzbekistan-striker-battles-onuachu-for-super-lig-golden-boot/

DisCos ramp up revenue collection amid low power supply Nigerian Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) improved revenue collection and billing efficiency in February despite a sharp drop in power supply. Read More: https://punchng.com/discos-ramp-up-revenue-collection-amid-low-power-supply-2/

Tegbe vows end to grid collapse after Senate confirmation Nigeria’s new Power Minister, Olasunkanmi Tegbe, vows to end the era of grid collapse and erratic electricity, promising urgent reforms within 100 days. Read More: https://punchng.com/tegbe-vows-end-to-grid-collapse-after-senate-confirmation/

Senate clears Enikanolaiye, Tegbe as ministers Nigeria’s Senate has confirmed Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and Joseph Tegbe as the new Minister of Power. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-clears-enikanolaiye-tegbe-as-ministers/

Reps slam NCC over poor telecom services nationwide Nigeria’s House of Reps criticizes the NCC for weak oversight, blaming it for poor telecom services like dropped calls, slow data, and high costs. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-slam-ncc-over-poor-telecom-services-nationwide/

Tony Elumelu: Big man, thin skin An analysis of Tony Elumelu’s pattern of using the police to silence critics, highlighting the trend of Nigerian ‘big men’ abusing public resources. Read More: https://punchng.com/tony-elumelu-big-man-thin-skin/

PSG knock out Bayern Munich to reach Champions League final PSG will face Arsenal in the Champions League final on May 30 at the Puskás Arena. The post PSG knock out Bayern Munich to reach Champions League final appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .

Enugu invested N439 million in child nutrition, health interventions in 2025: Official Ms Onwuzulike said only 38 per cent of pregnant women attended at least four antenatal visits. The post Enugu invested N439 million in child nutrition, health interventions in 2025: Official appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .

Access Holdings clarifies dividend position amid strong 2025 earnings The clarification was provided during the Group’s Full Year 2025 Investors and Earnings Call, where management addressed shareholder concerns regarding the absence of a dividend declaration despite the Group’s robust earnings growth and balance sheet expansion The post Access Holdings clarifies dividend position amid strong 2025 earnings appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

The Al-Raja sports team succeeded in returning with a precious victory from the heart of Fez, after defeating its host Morocco, Al-Fassi, with two goals without a response, in the confrontation that brought them together on Wednesday evening on the floor of the sports complex in Fez, to calculate the competitions of the nineteenth round of the professional championship. The "green" team ended the first chapter of the meeting with a clean goal signed by the Nigerian striker Matthias […] The post Al-Bayadawi defeats Morocco Al-Fassi bilaterally and temporarily leads the professional league appeared first on Hespress - Hespress is a Moroccan electronic newspaper Great

Nigeria’s minister of state-designate for foreign affairs decries deplorable conditions of country’s missions "Indeed, the missions are in a very deplorable state, most of them arising from paucity of funds. A proposal was made a couple of years ago to develop the BPP arrangement that will enable the government to better run these missions and generate some funds to run them more efficiently." The post Nigeria’s minister of state-designate for foreign affairs decries deplorable conditions of country’s missions appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

2027: NYSC warns corps members against partisan politics He further urged corps members to respect the culture of their host communities. The post 2027: NYSC warns corps members against partisan politics appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .

Video as man shares why he released his girlfriend to his best friend for marriage A Nigerian man has shared an emotional post on the TikTok app recounting his he left his girlfriend for his friend to marry because of poverty. Netizens reacted.

Health Ministry engages VIYA Health and Incepta to expand access to WHO-prequalified solution VIYA Health takes lead as exclusive distributor of Incepta’sWHO-prequalified DMPA-SC (self-inject) in Nigeria The post Health Ministry engages VIYA Health and Incepta to expand access to WHO-prequalified solution appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Lady shows dividends MTN and Zenith Bank paid her after buying their shares A Nigerian lady has shared a screenshot showing the dividends that MTN and Zenith Bank paid her many months after buying their shares. Many reacted.

FG approves $500 million annual research fund to drive innovation He explained that beneficiary institutions will be required to submit annual reports. The post FG approves $500 million annual research fund to drive innovation appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .

2027 election: Primate Ayodele sends strong warning message to Tinubu, alerts of “serious” fallout, see details Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele has sent a fresh, strong warning message to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria.

Domestic League Exodus – How NPFL’s talent drain affects local fans For many NPFL players, a move abroad is not only about ambition, but rather economic necessity The post Domestic League Exodus – How NPFL’s talent drain affects local fans appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Group Speaks Out Over Senate’s Amendment on Standing Rules The Citizens Network for Peace and Development in Nigeria has commended the Nigerian Senate for amending its Standing Rules to restrict eligibility for principal

Umahi announces closure of Eko Bridge carriageway for reconstruction He called on Nigerians to appreciate infrastructure development and other efforts of the Tinubu administration. The post Umahi announces closure of Eko Bridge carriageway for reconstruction appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .

Late Kane strike not enough as PSG set up Champions League final with Arsenal Despite a late goal from Harry Kane, Bayern could not overturn the deficit from the first leg. The post Late Kane strike not enough as PSG set up Champions League final with Arsenal appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Breaking: Another House of Reps Member Dumps APC, Discloses Next Party Ahead of 2027 A member of the House of Representatives, Joshua Chinedu Obika, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and defected to the Nigerian Democratic Congre

Witness in ex-Governor Yahaya Bello’s fraud trial narrates how Maitama property was bought with N550m The charges allege diversion of N80.2 billion from the accounts of the Kogi State Government and some local governments while he was in office. The post Witness in ex-Governor Yahaya Bello’s fraud trial narrates how Maitama property was bought with N550m appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Champions League: PSG beat Bayern 6-5 on aggregate to set up Arsenal final Ousmane Dembele scored an early goal in the second leg on Wednesday to help Paris Saint Germain beat Bayern Munich on aggregate in their semifinal tie of the UEFA Champions League. Leading 5-4 from the first leg in Paris, the defending champions extended their lead with a third-minute goal at the Allianz Arena. But the […] The post Champions League: PSG beat Bayern 6-5 on aggregate to set up Arsenal final appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

2027: APC waives screening for Tinubu, says appearance ‘unnecessary’ Screening of aspirants is scheduled for May 8 to 12, 2026. The post 2027: APC waives screening for Tinubu, says appearance ‘unnecessary’ appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .

EFCC arraigns man for N20 million livestock scam The charges were brought under the law that prescribes 20 years' imprisonment without the option of a fine. The post EFCC arraigns man for N20 million livestock scam appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Customs intensify efforts to curb illicit financial flows, terrorism financing He said the impact of the unit extended beyond seaports, airports and border stations. The post Customs intensify efforts to curb illicit financial flows, terrorism financing appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .

Nigerian Gov Slams INEC Over 2027 Election Timetable Overlapping With Hajj Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has criticised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the scheduling of activities for the 2027 general ele

Nigeria Customs asks shortlisted candidates to complete forms for final recruitment stage The Nigeria Customs Service has asked candidates who passed earlier stages of its 2025 recruitment exercise to visit its recruitment portal and complete a designated form ahead of the final interview and physical screening. The post Nigeria Customs asks shortlisted candidates to complete forms for final recruitment stage appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Court to hear Bala-Gombe’s suit on ADC leadership crisis Friday Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has fixed Friday for the hearing in the suit filed by a member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC),! Nafiu-Bala Gombe against the party’s leadership. Bala-Gombe and a member of the House of Representatives, Leke Abejide, had in separate suits asked the court to stop the […] The post Court to hear Bala-Gombe’s suit on ADC leadership crisis Friday appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Senate pushes assertive foreign policy, confirms Enikanolaiye as Minister … Vows stronger response to attacks on Nigerians abroad … Urges AU action, reciprocity in diplomatic ties … Raises concerns read more Senate pushes assertive foreign policy, confirms Enikanolaiye as Minister

Davido joins Osun governorship campaign, backs Adeleke’s re-election bid Davido was a prominent figure in the 2022 governorship campaign that brought his uncle to power. The post Davido joins Osun governorship campaign, backs Adeleke’s re-election bid appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

2026 Hajj: First batch of 374 Kwara pilgrims depart for Saudi Arabia Mr AbdulRazaq urged them to be good ambassadors of the state and Nigeria. The post 2026 Hajj: First batch of 374 Kwara pilgrims depart for Saudi Arabia appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .

50 designers, industry leaders set for 2026 Epic Fashion Week The event is scheduled to be held from 22 to 24 May at The Podium in Lekki, Lagos. The post 50 designers, industry leaders set for 2026 Epic Fashion Week appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

NASU, SSANU to suspend strike on Monday: Committee The committee expressed appreciation to all members for their total compliance. The post NASU, SSANU to suspend strike on Monday: Committee appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .

ADC accuses FG of ‘whitewashing’ hardship with GDP figures, says Nigerians worse off The ADC is reacting to Minister of Finance Taiwo Oyedele’s presentation at a meeting with investors in Paris, France, on Tuesday. The post ADC accuses FG of ‘whitewashing’ hardship with GDP figures, says Nigerians worse off appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

‘I’m starting my masters’s degree in political science next year’ – Davido Nigerian music star Davido has revealed plans to further his education, announcing that he will begin a Master’s degree in Political Science at a university in the United Kingdom next year. The post ‘I’m starting my masters’s degree in political science next year’ – Davido appeared first on Vanguard News .

FG hands over Carter Bridge reconstruction project to CCECC in Lagos The minister said that the reconstruction would take 36 months. The post FG hands over Carter Bridge reconstruction project to CCECC in Lagos appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .

The Undeniable Progress in Rwanda, By Margee Ensign "There are many reasons Rwanda has been able to make such impressive development progress in three decades." The post The Undeniable Progress in Rwanda, By Margee Ensign appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Prices of beans, eggs, garri, others rise monthly despite annual decline — NBS The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported a fresh uptick in food prices on a month-on-month basis, even as key staples recorded sharp declines year-on-year, indicating persistent pressure in Nigeria’s food market. The post Prices of beans, eggs, garri, others rise monthly despite annual decline — NBS appeared first on Vanguard News .

Turaki-led faction rejects Wike as PDP national leader The Tanimu Turaki-led Interim National Working Committee (INWC) of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday dismissed the recognition of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, as the party’s national leader. The faction also declared that there is nothing the minister can do about the ongoing sales of the nomination and expression […] The post Turaki-led faction rejects Wike as PDP national leader appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Airtel tops gainers as NGX advances 0.41%, CWG dominates activity The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) closed the May 6, 2026, session on a positive note, advancing 0.41% to settle at 242,729.5, up from the previous day’s close of 241,750.15, with Airtel Africa topping the gainers’ chart. The post Airtel tops gainers as NGX advances 0.41%, CWG dominates activity appeared first on Nairametrics .

Aisha Yesufu joins NDC, declares for FCT senatorial seat She said recent developments had informed her decision to leave the ADC and align with the NDC, adding that her political choices have been guided by her backing of Mr Obi The post Aisha Yesufu joins NDC, declares for FCT senatorial seat appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Nigerian customs releases new link and tells applicants important action to take next Nigeria Customs Service updates 2025 recruitment, directing successful candidates to complete forms by 11:00 p.m. on 10 May 2026 via the official portal.

2027: APC waives screening requirement for Tinubu The screening would have required Mr Tinubu to appear before a screening committee, which would have asked him questions and reviewed his credentials. The post 2027: APC waives screening requirement for Tinubu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Lagos govt to begin paid on-street parking in 2026 to tackle gridlock An official disclosed this during a stakeholder engagement with the Chairman of Ikeja Local Government Area, Akeem Dauda, and his management team. The post Lagos govt to begin paid on-street parking in 2026 to tackle gridlock appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Naira gains N9.22 against dollar at official window The Nigerian currency, the naira, recovered against the United States dollar at the official window on Wednesday. At the official window, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) foreign exchange data showed that the naira closed at N1,357.33/$1, compared to N1,366.55/$1 on Tuesday. This represents a gain of N9.22 for the local currency against the dollar.

Breaking: Ex-Nigerian governor dumps APC, announces next party ahead of 2027 Former Taraba Governor Jolly Nyame defects from APC to PDP, citing unfair treatment, amid rising political realignments ahead of the 2027 elections.

NGX: Airtel, Cap lead gainers as investors make N628bn in five hours Investors in the Nigerian equities market gained N628 billion by the close of trading on Wednesda This followed a surge in the share prices of stocks such as Airtel Africa, Cap and Zichis, among others, on the trading floor. The benchmark All-Share Index (ASI) increased to 242,729.51 points from the 241,750.15 points recorded on the […] The post NGX: Airtel, Cap lead gainers as investors make N628bn in five hours appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

‘People do not eat GDP’, ADC tells FG The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Wednesday faulted the Federal Government’s celebration of Nigeria’s reported GDP growth, saying the figures do not reflect the economic strain facing ordinary Nigerians. The post ‘People do not eat GDP’, ADC tells FG appeared first on Vanguard News .

Court to rule on Ireti Kingibe’s ADC suspension May 18 The Federal High Court, Abuja, on Wednesday, fixed May 18 fot judgment in the suit on the indefinite suspension of Senator Ireti Kingibe by the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The Wuse Ward chapter of the ADC had approached the court to uphold the lawmaker’s suspension for misconduct. Kingibe, who represents the Federal Capital Territory in […] The post Court to rule on Ireti Kingibe’s ADC suspension May 18 appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Despite NPA warning, trucks litter Apapa roads as congestion persists Trucks continue to clog the Apapa port corridor despite repeated warnings from the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) for shipping lines to evacuate empty and export-bound containers, as congestion continues to plague Nigeria’s busiest port. The post Despite NPA warning, trucks litter Apapa roads as congestion persists appeared first on Vanguard News .

Senate confirms Joseph Tegbe as power minister The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Mr Joseph Tegbe as Minister of Power. This followed his successful screening at the plenary. During an extensive deliberation by the Senate Committee of the Whole, the lawmakers noted that Nigeria’s installed generation exceeded 13,000MW yet actual supply rarely surpasses 4,500MW because transmission and distribution systems remained weak.

How India's pharmaceutical pipeline is fueling West Africa's opioid crisis Sierra Leone, Togo, Ghana, Nigeria and several more countries in West Africa are in the midst of an overlooked opioid crisis that's crippling the population and devastating families. The drugs that are fueling this crisis aren't made in makeshift labs, but imported by the millions from India's pharmaceutical industry.

Nigeria Customs opens recruitment portal for final screening update, closes May 10 The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has opened a recruitment portal for shortlisted 2025 candidates to complete their final screening update, with the exercise set to close on May 10, 2026. The post Nigeria Customs opens recruitment portal for final screening update, closes May 10 appeared first on Nairametrics .

Bumpa and Vendorcredit Partner to Launch Bumpa Capital, Expanding Credit Access for Nigerian SMEs Bumpa, a leading e-commerce platform, has partnered with Vendorcredit, a supply chain fintech, to launch Bumpa Capital to enhance credit access for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Nigeria. Bumpa Capital gives new and existing Bumpa’s merchants direct access to working capital, with flexible repayment terms and without traditional lending barriers. Access to credit has […] The post Bumpa and Vendorcredit Partner to Launch Bumpa Capital, Expanding Credit Access for Nigerian SMEs appeared first on Nairametrics .

ACF suspends BoT chairman for alleged misconduct The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has suspended its Board of Trustees (BOT) Chairman, Alhaji Bashir Dalhatu, over alleged misconduct. The NEC ordered a comprehensive forensic audit of the organization’s finances. The decision followed an emergency NEC meeting held in Kaduna on Wednesday, according to the ACF National Publicity Secretary, […] The post ACF suspends BoT chairman for alleged misconduct appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Spotlight by Technext brings together fintech leaders in exclusive, no-holds-barred convos Leading tech media organisation, Technext, has announced the maiden edition of its much-anticipated fintech event, Spotlight by Technext. Set to hold on May 14, the event will feature conversations around the theme: Bridging Trust, Liquidity and User Reality. Spotlight by Technext brings together 150 leaders in the Nigerian financial technology and insurtech industry into an […] The post Spotlight by Technext brings together fintech leaders in exclusive, no-holds-barred convos appeared first on Nairametrics .

Davido pauses music for 60 days to lead uncle’s re-election push Afrobeats superstar Davido has announced a temporary break from music, suspending performances and public appearances for 60 days to focus on political mobilisation in Osun State. The singer revealed the decision during an event in Ede, where a youth campaign committee was inaugurated ahead of Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election bid. Davido, whose real name is […] The post Davido pauses music for 60 days to lead uncle’s re-election push appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Elon Musk breaks ranks, admits industry-wide AI “copying” practice Elon Musk has acknowledged in federal court that his AI startup, xAI, used outputs from OpenAI models to help train its Grok chatbot, offering a rare public confirmation of a practice widely suspected across the industry. Testifying in California, Musk described such “distillation” techniques as common among AI labs, conceding that xAI had employed them […] The post Elon Musk breaks ranks, admits industry-wide AI “copying” practice appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Mild drama in Senate as Oshomhole defies Akpabio   There was a mild drama on the floor of the Senate on Wednesday, as Senator Adams Oshiomhole representing Edo North interrupted the Senate President who was addressing the upper chamber. The move generated some arguments as other Senators joined in to call Oshomhole to order, with the Senate President threatening to use the rules […] The post Mild drama in Senate as Oshomhole defies Akpabio appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Nigeria: EFCC Arraigns Firm for Illegal Rebroadcast of Multichoice's Contents [Premium Times] The arraignment marks the latest development in a case that has been under investigation for sometime.

FMDA projects N10.53 trillion inflows in May on heavy OMO maturities Nigeria’s fixed-income market is projected to witness a surge in liquidity inflows in May 2026, with the Financial Markets Dealers Association (FMDA) estimating a total of N10.53 trillion entering the system, largely driven by elevated Open Market Operations (OMO) maturities. The post FMDA projects N10.53 trillion inflows in May on heavy OMO maturities appeared first on Nairametrics .

Police repatriate Chinese suspect over $245 million Ponzi scheme fraud The Nigeria Police Force has arrested and repatriated a Chinese national, Xu Qing, accused of orchestrating a $245 million Ponzi scheme fraud, back to his home country for prosecution. The post Police repatriate Chinese suspect over $245 million Ponzi scheme fraud appeared first on Nairametrics .

EFCC arraigns company for allegedly rebroadcasting Multichoice content The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, arraigned a communications company, Metro Digital Limited, over the alleged unlawful interception and rebroadcast of Multichoice Nigeria Limited content. The post EFCC arraigns company for allegedly rebroadcasting Multichoice content appeared first on Nairametrics .

Nigerian Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage nurtures Africa's musical talent Nigeria's Tiwa Savage brought together over 100 aspiring artists for a series of workshops in collaboration with US Berklee College of Music.

Nigeria could unlock $400 billion by 2040 by investing in girls – World Bank Nigeria could generate over $400 billion in additional income by 2040 if it prioritises investment in adolescent girls, according to a new report by the World Bank Group. The post Nigeria could unlock $400 billion by 2040 by investing in girls – World Bank appeared first on Nairametrics .

Nigerian govt outlaws ‘Dr’ title for honorary degree holders, warns of academic fraud The Federal Government has introduced a sweeping new policy prohibiting recipients of honorary degrees from using the “Dr” title, declaring such usage a form of academic misrepresentation that will attract legal and reputational consequences. The announcement was made on Wednesday in Abuja by the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, during a briefing at the Presidential […] The post Nigerian govt outlaws ‘Dr’ title for honorary degree holders, warns of academic fraud appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

NERC: DisCos revenue falls to N196 billion in February 2026 Electricity distribution companies (DisCos) in Nigeria generated a total of N196 billion in revenue in February 2026, according to the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The post NERC: DisCos revenue falls to N196 billion in February 2026 appeared first on Nairametrics .

Tinubu’s politics forced opposition to work together, says Dele Momodu A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu, has asserted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu inadvertently pushed key opposition figures into working together ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television on Wednesday, Momodu argued that the emerging alignment among opposition leaders is less about shared ideology and […] The post Tinubu’s politics forced opposition to work together, says Dele Momodu appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Police in Anambra arraign incestuous father, four others over sexual, child abuse crimes The Anambra State Police Command has officially brought five suspects before a Special Court in Awka to face various charges, including rape, sexual assault, and the physical abuse of children. Among those appearing in court is a middle-aged father accused of maintaining a sexual relationship with his own daughter and infecting her with a viral […] The post Police in Anambra arraign incestuous father, four others over sexual, child abuse crimes appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Q1 2026: Dangote Cement Grows Exports by 71.6% as Capacity Hits 55MTA Dangote Cement Plc has recorded a strong performance in the first quarter of 2026, growing its cement and clinker exports from Nigeria by 71.6 per cent, as the Group’s total installed production capacity reached 55 million tonnes per annum (MTA) across Africa. During the period under review, the company completed 10 clinker shipments from Nigeria […] The post Q1 2026: Dangote Cement Grows Exports by 71.6% as Capacity Hits 55MTA appeared first on Nairametrics .

FSDH pushes for long term capital to sustain Nigeria’s equities market Financial services group, FSDH, has called for increased mobilisation of long-term capital to sustain momentum in Nigeria’s equities market, stressing that banks and financial institutions must play a more active role. The post FSDH pushes for long term capital to sustain Nigeria’s equities market appeared first on Nairametrics .

Africa: Xenophobia - African Nations Threaten Retaliatory Action Against South Africa [Vanguard] Diplomatic pressure on South Africa is mounting as more African countries threaten retaliatory measures over renewed xenophobic attacks targeting foreign nationals, particularly Nigerians.

Nigeria records 11.2% GDP growth in dollar terms for 2026 The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, has revealed that Nigeria recorded 11.2% GDP growth in dollar terms last year, a record which he said reinforces the country’s ambition to achieve a $1 trillion economy in 2030. Oyedele stated this at a meeting with global investors in Paris, France […] The post Nigeria records 11.2% GDP growth in dollar terms for 2026 appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Court clears former HoS Oyo-Ita of N570m fraud charges after six-year trial The Federal High Court in Abuja has acquitted former Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Winifred Oyo-Ita, of alleged N570 million money laundering charges brought against her by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Delivering judgment on Tuesday, Justice James Omotosho upheld the no-case submissions filed by Oyo-Ita and eight other defendants, […] The post Court clears former HoS Oyo-Ita of N570m fraud charges after six-year trial appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Afenifere raises alarm over rising insecurity across South-West, other regions The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has voiced renewed concern over the growing wave of insecurity sweeping through parts of the South-West and other regions of Nigeria, warning that incidents of kidnapping and violent attacks are becoming increasingly alarming. In a statement issued on Tuesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Jare Ajayi, the group described the […] The post Afenifere raises alarm over rising insecurity across South-West, other regions appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Senate tightens rules ahead of 2027, moves to sideline incoming political heavyweights Nigeria’s Senate has taken decisive steps to reshape its leadership structure ahead of the 2027 general elections that would usher in the 11th National Assembly. The new structure would introduce stricter eligibility rules that could shut out a wave of incoming political heavyweights, including serving governors and first-time entrants. During Tuesday’s plenary, the red chamber […] The post Senate tightens rules ahead of 2027, moves to sideline incoming political heavyweights appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Top 10 stories from across Nigerian Newspapers, Tuesday May 5 Here are the top ten stories from across the country 1. 17 Rep members drop ADC, follow Peter Obi to NDC Seventeen member of the House of Representatives on Tuesday formally dropped their membership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the National Democratic Congress (NDC).Read more 2 Suspects confess role in planned plot to […] The post Top 10 stories from across Nigerian Newspapers, Tuesday May 5 appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Six civils devant la Haute Cour d'Abuja, 36 officiers supérieurs devant la cour martiale du Nigeria, tous poursuivis pour avoir fomenté le putsch manqué de fin d'année dernière. Cette tentative de coup d'État contre le président Bola Tinubu en octobre 2025 avait d'abord été démentie par Abuja et l'armée nigériane, avant que les autorités ne finissent pas l'admettre en ce début d'année. Le procès des accusés civils a commencé en début de semaine (lundi), celui des militaires s'ouvre ce vendredi 8 mai devant une cour martiale spécialement créée pour l'occasion. Qui sont véritablement ces hommes ? Que s'est-il vraiment passé en octobre 2025 ? Et pourquoi la présidence a tout fait pour cacher cette tentative de putsch ? Jibrin Ibrahim, chercheur principal au Centre pour la démocratie et le développement d'Abuja, est l’invité de Sidy Yansané.

ADC adjusts dates for primaries, reduces costs of forms   The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has announced an adjustment in the dates for activities of its 2026 primary elections ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party also announced a downward review for costs of nomination forms, following what it said was extensive consultations with party leaders, aspirants, and stakeholders across the country. This […] The post ADC adjusts dates for primaries, reduces costs of forms appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Arsenal beat Atletico to reach first Champions League final in 20yrs Arsenal have clinched a spot in the UEFA Champions League final after beating Atletico Madrid 1-0 in the second leg of their semifinal tie at Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night. Having drawn 1-1 from the first leg in Spain, the Gunners needed a win to scale, and a 44th-minute goal by Bukayo Saka was more […] The post Arsenal beat Atletico to reach first Champions League final in 20yrs appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

INEC to kick off third phase voters registration May 11 The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced plans to carry out a third phase of the continuous voter registration (CVR) exercise from May 11 to June 10, 2026. Mohammed Haruna, INEC national commissioner and chairman of the information and voter education committee, who made this known on Tuesday said the dates was due to […] The post INEC to kick off third phase voters registration May 11 appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Tinubu writes Senate to confirm Tegbe, Enikanolaiye as ministers   President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to confirm the nominations of Sola Enikanolaiye as minister of state for foreign affairs, and Joseph Tegbe as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Tinubu’s request, which was read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary on Tuesday, was conveyed in separate letters addressed to […] The post Tinubu writes Senate to confirm Tegbe, Enikanolaiye as ministers appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Naira slumps against dollar at official window, sheds N1.31   The Nigerian currency, the naira, slumped against the U.S. dollar at the official window on Tuesday. At the official window, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) foreign exchange data showed that the naira closed at N1,366.55/$1, compared to N1,365.24/$1 on Monday.

Investors lose N906bn as equities market dips Investors in the Nigerian equities market lost N906 billion at the close of trading on Tuesday. This followed a dip in the share prices of stocks such as Guinness, Union Dicon and Aiico, among others, on the trading floor. The benchmark All-Share Index (ASI) decreased to 241,750.15 points from the 243,158.97 points recorded on the […] The post Investors lose N906bn as equities market dips appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Malgré le risque sécuritaire et les difficultés logistiques, Africa Global Logistics, filiale de l’armateur italo-suisse MSC, veut intensifier les flux à destination du Burkina Faso, du Mali et du Niger. Sa recette : miser sur un corridor qui combine route et rail.

Nigeria’s Road to Undemocratic Elections in 2027 Nigeria’s next presidential election is scheduled for 2027. But if current trends continue, the real contest may already be over, further worsening the instability in Nigeria. Across three fronts, electoral law, political defections, and the weaponisation of the judiciary, the foundations of Nigeria’s democracy are being steadily eroded.

Sowore questions Tinubu’s nomination process as Umahi signs forms Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has raised concerns over the process surrounding President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid, particularly the role played by third parties in obtaining and completing his nomination forms. Sowore’s criticism followed the development in which the Minister of Works and former Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, signed […] The post Sowore questions Tinubu’s nomination process as Umahi signs forms appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

‘ADC Is dead,’ Akpabio quips as defections rock National Assembly Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Tuesday stirred reactions in the National Assembly after joking that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) had effectively collapsed, following a fresh wave of defections by lawmakers to other parties. Akpabio made the remark while presiding over plenary, shortly after the Senate announced the defection of several lawmakers, including Victor Umeh, […] The post ‘ADC Is dead,’ Akpabio quips as defections rock National Assembly appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Ruto-Tinubu banter — linguistic rivals Nigeria and Kenya provide economic food for thought Amid playful jabs between Kenyan President Ruto and Nigerian President Tinubu, an economic reality check reminds us that humour can’t mask the pressing challenges both nations face.

Suspects confess role in planned plot to overthrow Tinubu govt A number of individuals arraigned before the Federal High Court, Abuja in connection to an alleged coup plot against the government of President Bola Tinubu on Monday narrated their roles in the alleged plot. They gave the narrative in a video evidence played in open court at the resumed trail of six suspected coup plotters […] The post Suspects confess role in planned plot to overthrow Tinubu govt appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Soldier assaults journalist over comment on traffic situation A journalist in Lagos, Olalekan Fakoyejo has narrated how he was assaulted by a soldier in Lagos over a comment he made during a traffic situation in Ikeja area of Lagos State. Narrating his encounter with the soldier, Fakoyejo, an Assistant Business Editor with TheCable, said he had boarded a tricycle from Ikeja to Ogba […] The post Soldier assaults journalist over comment on traffic situation appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

SPECIAL REPORT: Inside Sokoto’s neglected PHCs where patients receive drips on mats, women deliver on bare floor The primary healthcare system in Sokoto and Yobe states is in contrast to each other. While Sokoto displays a broken syatem – with PHCs shutting down, overgrown with weeds and grossly short-staffed, Yobe is thriving. In this report, SHEHU MUHAMMAD SHEHU went around PHCs in the two states and reports On March 21, 2026, Badawa Primary […] The post SPECIAL REPORT: Inside Sokoto’s neglected PHCs where patients receive drips on mats, women deliver on bare floor appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Nigerians seek return from South Africa amid xenophobia concerns While South African officials have condemned violence against foreign nationals and pledged action, the situation continues to fuel anxiety among migrant communities, with more Nigerians expected to opt for voluntary return in the coming days.

NNPCL, China firms sign MoU to restore Port Harcourt, Warri refineries The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with two Chinese firms, Sanjiang Chemical Company Limited and Xingcheng (Fuzhou) Industrial Park Operation and Management Co. Ltd, to explore a potential Technical Equity Partnership (TEP) aimed at completing and operating the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries. The agreement was […] The post NNPCL, China firms sign MoU to restore Port Harcourt, Warri refineries appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Top 10 stories from across Nigerian Newspapers, Tuesday May 5 Here are the top ten stories from across the country 1. Real reason I left ADC for NDC –Peter Obi A former presidential candidate of the Labour Party and chieftain of the African Democratic Party (ADC) Peter Obi has offered reasons for his recent decision to dump the party for the Nigerian Democratic Party (NDC).Read […] The post Top 10 stories from across Nigerian Newspapers, Tuesday May 5 appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

The Past and Future(s) of the Postcolonial University In Femi Kayode’s thriller Lightseekers (2021) the protagonist Philip Taiwo investigates the brutal murder of three students in the fictional university town of Okriki in the Niger Delta. Woven into the plot are aspects that shape the everyday life of many universities in Africa’s most populous country: strikes, corruption, underfunding, and political, religious, and ethnic conflicts between and within different status groups. Nigerian and African universities have been afflicted by crisis since the late 1970s.

Real reason I left ADC for NDC –Peter Obi A former presidential candidate of the Labour Party and chieftain of the African Democratic Party (ADC) Peter Obi has offered reasons for his recent decision to dump the party for the Nigerian Democratic Party (NDC). Obi in a statement on his X handle on Tuesday claimed that the Nigerian government was deliberately instigating crisis in […] The post Real reason I left ADC for NDC –Peter Obi appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Dickson dismisses ‘propaganda’ over NDC, says party registration dates back to 2017 Former Bayelsa State Governor, Henry Seriake Dickson, has pushed back against criticisms surrounding the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), insisting that the party’s registration process is longstanding, transparent, and well documented. In a statement shared on Monday via his X handle, Dickson urged Nigerians to ignore what he described as misleading narratives about the party, expressing […] The post Dickson dismisses ‘propaganda’ over NDC, says party registration dates back to 2017 appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Nigeria demands justice, stronger protection for citizens amid South Africa xenophobia crisis The Federal Government has stepped up diplomatic pressure on South Africa, demanding accountability over the deaths of two Nigerians and rising anti-foreigner hostility, warning that the situation could strain bilateral relations and endanger its citizens. The position was made known after Nigeria summoned South Africa’s Acting High Commissioner, Lesoli Machele, for a meeting in Abuja […] The post Nigeria demands justice, stronger protection for citizens amid South Africa xenophobia crisis appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Niger doctors issue 72-hour ultimatum, threaten shutdown over abducted colleague Medical doctors in Niger State have warned of an imminent strike if authorities fail to secure the release of a kidnapped colleague, escalating concerns over the safety of healthcare workers in the region. The threat was issued by the National Association of Government General Medical and Dental Practitioners (NAGGMDP), Niger State chapter, which gave the […] The post Niger doctors issue 72-hour ultimatum, threaten shutdown over abducted colleague appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Protest erupts at Abuja court over moves to deregister opposition parties Tension gripped the premises of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday as protesters gathered to oppose ongoing legal efforts seeking the deregistration of several opposition parties. The demonstrators, operating under the banner of the Concerned Northern Nigeria Stakeholders, converged at the court complex in Wuse, chanting slogans and displaying placards bearing messages such […] The post Protest erupts at Abuja court over moves to deregister opposition parties appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Naira extends recovery against dollar at official window, gains N9.70 The Nigerian currency, the naira, appreciated further against the U.S. dollar at the official window on Monday. At the official window, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) foreign exchange data showed that the naira closed at N1,365.24/$1, compared to N1,374.94/$1 on Thursday.

NGX: Investors gain N64bn as equities market begins week on positive note Investors in the Nigerian equities market gained N56 billion at the close of trading on Monday. This followed a surge in the share prices of stocks such as NASCON, FTN Cocoa and CONHALL, among others, on the trading floor. The benchmark All-Share Index (ASI) increased to 243,161.52 points from the 242,277.81 points recorded on the […] The post NGX: Investors gain N64bn as equities market begins week on positive note appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Pushback in Nigeria over ex-Boko Haram fighter reintegration Nigeria is set to reintegrate more than 700 former Boko Haram fighters into society under a government deradicalization program. Authorities say this is key to ending the insurgency — but communities are skeptical.

Nigerian refinery accused of sacking union members is key to UK plan to tackle jet fuel shortage Heidi Alexander says part of answer to strait of Hormuz crisis is importing more fuel from US and west Africa A refinery in Nigeria accused of dismissing workers for joining a union has emerged as key to the UK government’s hopes of saving the summer holiday amid a jet fuel shortage. Heidi Alexander, the transport secretary, said at the weekend that part of the answer to the strait of Hormuz crisis was to import more fuel from the US and west Africa. Continue reading...

Accord Party fights move to make INEC deregister it Against the backdrop of moves to de-register some political parties, the Accord Party has stated that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) cannot deregister it. The party insisted that it fulfills all constitutional requirements and has also won elections as a political party, including the two seats it won in the Jigawa State Local Government […] The post Accord Party fights move to make INEC deregister it appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Russian church helps people displaced by Islamist attack in Nigeria (PHOTOS) Two wells were drilled in Nigeria’s Benue State with Russian Orthodox Church support after a militant attack Read Full Article at RT.com

For talking bad about Fela, my grudge with Wizkid is on for life –Seun Kuti Seun Kuti, scion of Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo Kuti has disclosed that his grudge against Afropop star, Wizkid is on for life for talking bad against his late father. Speaking on the Sela Meditate podcast aired late on Sunday, Seun said that Wizkid cannot talk bad about his father and think it is all fine. […] The post For talking bad about Fela, my grudge with Wizkid is on for life –Seun Kuti appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Carter Efe calls out colleague Shanks for congratulating him after dethroning Portable Content creator Carter Efe has taken to social media to call out his colleague Shank after he congratulated him for defeating musician, Portable during the Chaos in the Ring 4 boxing showdown which was staged on Friday night. Carter Efe in a live session on TikTok called on Shanks to delete his congratulatory message because […] The post Carter Efe calls out colleague Shanks for congratulating him after dethroning Portable appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Bauchi gov, Mohammed, reassigns roles to cabinet members following resignations The Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed has reassigned portfolios to members of the State Executive Council (SEC) to fill gaps created by exit of a number of cabinet members. The development which now sees some commissioners overseeing key ministries and offices was made known in a statement issued by the governor’s Special Adviser on Media […] The post Bauchi gov, Mohammed, reassigns roles to cabinet members following resignations appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Top 10 stories from across Nigerian Newspapers, Monday May 4 Here are the top ten stories from across the country 1. Obi, Kwankwaso join NDC after exiting ADC Amid prolonged uncertainty surrounding the internal crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), two prominent political figures — Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso — have officially aligned with the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).Read more 2. ADC […] The post Top 10 stories from across Nigerian Newspapers, Monday May 4 appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Coalition raises red flag over dual party role, urges INEC to probe APM, NDC listings A civil society group, the Nigeria Democratic Rights Advocacy (NDRA), has called for an investigation into what it describes as a potential breach of Nigeria’s electoral laws involving overlapping party roles. In a statement issued Sunday in Abuja, the coalition said it uncovered discrepancies in official records showing Barrister Reuben Egwuaba listed as National Legal […] The post Coalition raises red flag over dual party role, urges INEC to probe APM, NDC listings appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Obi, Kwankwaso join NDC after exiting ADC Amid prolonged uncertainty surrounding the internal crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), two prominent political figures — Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso — have officially aligned with the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, and Kwankwaso, who flew the flag of the New Nigeria Peoples Party […] The post Obi, Kwankwaso join NDC after exiting ADC appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Benue APC rift persists as Alia, Akume differ on ‘automatic ticket’ outcome Fresh cracks have emerged within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State, as Governor Hyacinth Alia and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, offered conflicting accounts of resolutions reached at a reconciliation meeting held on Sunday. The meeting, convened in Makurdi at the Government House, was organised at the instance of […] The post Benue APC rift persists as Alia, Akume differ on ‘automatic ticket’ outcome appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Over 130 Nigerians seek evacuation from South Africa as xenophobic tensions rise No fewer than 130 Nigerians have signed up for voluntary evacuation from South Africa as the Nigerian government intensifies efforts to protect its citizens amid renewed anti-foreigner unrest. The update was disclosed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, in a situation report shared on Sunday via her X handle. She explained that the […] The post Over 130 Nigerians seek evacuation from South Africa as xenophobic tensions rise appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Many Nigerians, including human rights activists, have raised concerns about the case, questioning whether the military’s actions complied with legal standards governing the arrest and detention of civilians. The post Nigerian Army defends arrest of activist amid allegations of abuse appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

NiMet’s weather outlook, released on Saturday in Abuja, predicted moderate dust haze with horizontal visibility between two kilometres and five kilometres over the northern region on Sunday. The post NiMet forecasts 3-day hazy, thundery weather across Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has congratulated entertainer Carter Efe for his victory over Portable in a recent celebrity boxing match, while calling for increased investment in youth sports development across Nigeria. The post Celebrity Boxing: Obi congratulates Carter Efe, urges investment in youth sports appeared first on Vanguard News .

Urea prices are projected to surge to around $700 per metric tonne in 2026, representing a nearly 60% increase year-on-year, with potential implications for food inflation and agricultural output in developing economies such as Nigeria. The post Urea prices to surge 60% in 2026 – World Bank appeared first on Nairametrics .

Team Nigeria secures a spot for the 2027 World Champs in China by reaching the mixed 4x100m relay final at the World Athletics Relays in Botswana. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-secure-2027-world-champs-mixed-4x100m-ticket/

PREMIUM TIMES reported the violent protests in parts of South Africa targeting African migrants, including Nigerians. The post Nigeria summons South African ambassador over xenophobic attacks appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Mr Pantami, a governorship hopeful in Gombe State, distanced himself from the remarks, stating that he did not authorise the now-deleted statement posted on his verified Facebook page. The post Gombe 2027: Pantami suspends aide who addressed his opponents as hypocrites appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso stated that he has yet to decide on his next political move, dismissing reports suggesting he is realigning with the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC). The post No final decision yet on leaving ADC – Kwankwaso appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Nigeria’s Falconets take a commanding lead in their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier with a 2-0 first-leg victory over Malawi in Ikenne. Read More: https://punchng.com/falconets-seal-2-0-win-over-malawi-in-wcup-qualifier/

Paul Onuachu’s goal drought continues as Trabzonspor’s Champions League hopes fade. Despite a recent dip, the Nigerian striker still leads the Super Lig. Read More: https://punchng.com/onuachu-extends-super-lig-goal-drought/

Celebrated this Sunday, May 3rd, World Press Freedom Day is an opportunity to take stock of the conditions under which journalists practice their profession in different countries around the world. While these conditions are deteriorating in several countries, in Africa, the situation is particularly worrying in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso since military juntas seized power.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio appeals to South East residents to maintain peace and discourage youth from engaging in armed struggle against the Nigerian government. The statement was made at a funeral event and addresses concerns about regional instability and youth radicalization.

Nigerian activists and social media users are calling on Defence Minister Christopher Musa to intervene in the alleged detention of content creator Mark Chidera (Justice Crack). The post originated from Vanguard News.

Nigeria's Falconets women's U20 soccer team defeated Malawi in a Poland 2026 qualifier match held in Ikenne, strengthening Nigeria's bid for another World Cup appearance. Nigeria has been a consistent participant in the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup since its inception as a U19 tournament in Canada in 2002.

South Africa, the continent's most industrialised economy, has long been a destination for both legal and undocumented African workers. Nigeria and Ghana have issued warnings to South Africa regarding xenophobic attacks, indicating rising diplomatic tensions over the treatment of African migrants in the region.

A Nigerian mother shares positive feedback about monthly interest earnings credited to her daughter's bank account. This appears to be personal testimony about routine banking services rather than substantive economic intelligence.

A PDP (Peoples Democratic Party) governor has resigned from the party and announced plans for the 2027 general elections. This reflects ongoing political reorganization within Nigerian party structures in advance of the next election cycle.

Pastor Adeboye declares Nigeria's next president is determined by God, urging faith over anxiety and calling for prayers ahead of the pivotal 2027 elections.

Actress Bimpe Akintunde announces the end of her three-year marriage through a social media post. The announcement was originally published on Premium Times Nigeria.

The 2027 Ogun East senatorial race is expected to be competitive due to the rivalry between Governor Dapo Abiodun and Senator Gbenga Daniel, who were formerly allies. This article from Premium Times Nigeria covers the political dynamics of the upcoming election.

A religious leader from the Redeemed Christian Church of God affirmed the First Lady's pastoral position and responded to calls for her removal. The statement generated mixed reactions on Nigerian social media platforms.

The Association of Telecommunication Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) has called on the Federal Government to strengthen local Internet Service Providers as a means to accelerate growth in fintech, software development, and digital platforms. This advocacy piece emphasizes ISP infrastructure as a catalyst for broader digital economic development in Nigeria.

Burger King launched a street marketing activation in the Obalende area of Lagos, Nigeria, integrating local food culture ('small chops') into their campaign to engage commuters. The initiative appears designed to build brand presence and cultural relevance in the Lagos market.

A Nigerian mother has raised concerns about a dangerous move performed by Carter Efe during his boxing match with singer Portable, calling for his ban from the sport. The complaint appears to relate to boxing safety standards rather than serious criminal conduct.

Depot petrol and diesel prices rose across Nigeria after Dangote Refinery increased ex-depot rates, pushing PMS above N1,300 per litre in several depots. This price adjustment reflects changes in domestic refinery production costs and may impact fuel availability and pricing at retail pumps nationwide.

Nigeria's highest paying listed companies collectively paid N42.6 billion in total directors' emoluments in 2025, as executive compensation across the country's corporate sector continued to climb. The post Nigeria’s highest paying companies shelled out N42.6 billion to directors in 2025 appeared first on Nairametrics .

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