The Federal Government has announced plans to begin phasing out electricity subsidies from 2027 as part of broader reforms aimed at restoring financial sustainability to Nigeria’s power sector. Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe disclosed the plan during a media briefing in Abuja on Friday, saying the current subsidy regime has become unsustainable due to mounting…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, has intensified his grassroots campaign ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election, taking his message to communities across the state. Oyebamiji and his campaign team visited Olaoluwa Local Government Area, Ile-Ogbo and Ikire-Ile, where he was received by party supporters…
Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan showed remarkable resilience at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, fighting through a knee injury to claim the bronze medal in the women’s 100m hurdles. The reigning world record holder and two-time defending Commonwealth champion finished third in 12.60 seconds, extending her impressive medal streak at the Games after winning gold in…
Afrobeats superstar Davido has opened up about carving out his own identity in the music industry despite coming from one of Nigeria’s wealthiest families, saying very few children of billionaires have achieved the level of independent success he has. Speaking in a new interview with VIBE Magazine ahead of the release of his sixth studio…
A Kano State High Court has sentenced a 19-year-old woman, Saudat Jibrin, to death by hanging after finding her guilty of murdering her husband just nine days after their wedding. Justice Maryam Sabo delivered the judgment on Thursday, ruling that the prosecution had proved the charge of culpable homicide beyond reasonable doubt. The court sentenced…
The Federal Government has explained how savings from the removal of fuel and foreign exchange subsidies have been spent, saying the funds have largely gone into servicing debt, paying higher salaries under the new minimum wage, and financing student loans rather than being left idle. Speaking at the 7th African Emerging Markets Forum in Abuja,…
The Oyo State Government is moving to establish a commission of inquiry into the recent wave of kidnappings that shook parts of the state, as the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) warns that security threats across Africa have increased dramatically over the past two years. Governor Seyi Makinde said the planned inquiry will review the…
UEFA and all 55 of its member associations have agreed to boycott FIFA competitions if FIFA proceeds with plans to allow private investors to acquire stakes in the commercial rights of the World Cup and other major tournaments. The decision was reached during an emergency meeting on Thursday, July 30, escalating an increasingly serious dispute…
Real Madrid are exploring the possibility of bringing in a traditional No. 9 after Gonzalo García’s departure, with the club looking for a different attacking profile to complement Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior and Endrick. Gonzalo has now completed a permanent move to Fulham for €40 million, with Madrid retaining a significant portion of his rights…
President Bola Tinubu has celebrated the absence of prolonged strikes by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) since he assumed office, describing the development as an “answer to my prayers” and a relief for Nigerian families. Tinubu made the remarks on Tuesday while receiving members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria at the…
