Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Manny Ita  – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Team Nigeria following their outstanding performance at the African Wrestling Championships held in Egypt, where they clinched a record 15th continental title. In a statement, the president praised the athletes for their dedication, resilience, and patriotism, noting that their success reflects Nigeria’s growing dominance in wrestling across Africa. He commended the team for making the country proud on the international stage. The women’s team played a pivotal role in the triumph, delivering an impressive haul of eight gold medals to lead Nigeria’s charge. Their performance was widely celebrated as a testament…

Manny Ita  – The Federal Government has announced that the Kano–Jigawa–Katsina to Maradi railway project has reached 60 percent completion, marking a significant milestone in one of Nigeria’s major cross-border infrastructure developments. According to government officials, construction work is progressing steadily across key segments of the route, which links northern Nigerian states to Maradi in Niger. The project is designed to enhance regional trade, improve the movement of goods and passengers, and strengthen economic ties between Nigeria and its neighbouring country. Authorities reaffirmed that the railway remains on track for completion by late 2027. Once delivered, it is expected to…

Manny Ita  – As Nigeria joined the rest of the world to mark World Press Freedom Day, the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) has urged the federal government to establish a comprehensive national framework aimed at safeguarding the sustainability of the media industry. The organisation stressed that journalists and media outlets are increasingly facing economic pressures, declining revenues, and disruptions caused by rapid digital transformation. According to WSCIJ, these challenges threaten the ability of the press to operate independently and effectively. It called for policies that will support funding models for journalism, enhance digital resilience, and provide protections…

Manny Ita  – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned Nigeria to exercise prudence in managing its public debt following the country’s acquisition of more than $6 billion in fresh funding. In its latest assessment, the IMF acknowledged Nigeria’s efforts to secure financing for economic reforms and infrastructure development but stressed that rising debt levels could pose long-term risks if not carefully handled. The Fund urged authorities to ensure that borrowed funds are used efficiently and directed toward productive investments that can stimulate growth and generate revenue. The warning comes amid concerns over Nigeria’s debt sustainability, with analysts noting that…

Manny Ita  – The Nigerian government has announced plans to evacuate its citizens from South Africa following a resurgence of xenophobic violence targeting foreign nationals. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, stated that the repatriation exercise will be voluntary. Authorities are currently compiling a list of Nigerians willing to return, with about 130 individuals already registered for evacuation through Nigeria’s diplomatic mission. Nigerian community groups in South Africa are also assisting with the registration process, and officials expect the number of returnees to increase as tensions persist. The move comes after reports of violent attacks against African migrants, including Nigerians.…

The International CEO Forum (ICF), a global resource network and its international partners, today announces the 3rd edition of its International CEO’s Economic Summit (ICES), an annual global business platform for CEOs, policymakers, business executives, private investors, Heads of Government Organizations and industry experts.

Manny Ita – Team Nigeria has announced its arrival in emphatic fashion at the ongoing World Athletics Relays 2026, delivering a historic performance that has already set the tone for what promises to be an electrifying competition. Competing against some of the world’s fastest relay teams in Gaborone, the Nigerian contingent stunned spectators and rivals alike by setting a new African record in the mixed 4×100 metres relay event on Saturday. The achievement marks a significant milestone not only for the team but also for African athletics, as Nigeria continues to assert its growing dominance on the global sprinting stage.…

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has said that the effectiveness of any administration is directly dependent on the strength and unity of its political foundation. The Governor made the statement on Saturday while participating in the All Progressives Congress (APC) state congress held at the Trade Fair ground in Gusau. According to a press release from his spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the event saw 745 delegates from 147 wards across the state’s 14 local government areas elect a new State Executive Committee via consensus. The process was overseen by a congress committee led by Kaduna State Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza…

Elegbede Abiodun • RCCG remains a place of worship to all Nigerians regardless of political affiliation. • She stands in good standing within the church and had continued to serve in her pastoral capacity. The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has stated that he would not bow to pressure to remove Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, as an ordained pastor in the church. He made this known while addressing the congregation at the church’s monthly Holy Ghost Service, held at Redemption City (formerly Redemption Camp), located at KM 46, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway,…

Stakeholders of the All-Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara State have thrown their full weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Dauda Lawal for a second term in the 2027 general elections. The endorsement came on Saturday, April 25, 2026, during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting convened at the Government House in Gusau. The gathering drew all four former governors of the state, elected officials, elders, and representatives of youth and women from all 14 local government areas. Speaking at the event, Governor Lawal described the meeting as timely, noting that political activities ahead of the 2027 elections are about to…