Nigeria and Italy have strengthened their partnership to support a $5 billion global education financing campaign, with both countries pushing the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) to mobilise more funding for education systems in lower-income countries. The campaign, known as Multiply Possibility, took centre stage on September 23, 2026, during a high-level event on the…
Nigeria’s Defence Minister, General Christopher Musa (retd.), has proposed that every Nigerian should undergo military training, saying the experience could help citizens understand the discipline, endurance and sacrifices involved in protecting the country. Musa made the comments during an appearance on the African Leadership Podcast with Ken Giami. He argued that experiencing military training would…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have stepped up preparations for the AFCON 2027 qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, with 23 players now involved in training ahead of Friday’s opening match in Uyo. The team initially had 20 players in camp on Tuesday, September 22, before captain Wilfred Ndidi, Samuel Chukwueze and goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali joined the group….
The Nigerian naira strengthened against the US dollar on Tuesday, September 22, after the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) cut its benchmark interest rate by 350 basis points to 23 per cent. The dollar closed at ₦1,327.78 at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), compared with ₦1,329.80 in the previous session. In the parallel market,…
Nigeria has moved closer to adding a major new capability to its military as the Federal Government advances the acquisition of 12 AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters from the United States. The latest milestone came after Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, led a Nigerian Air Force delegation to a beam-signing ceremony with…
Nigeria’s headline GDP growth may be improving, but the country’s manufacturing sector slowdown is raising a different question: can economic growth continue without stronger industrial production? The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has warned that the country’s industrial sector is losing momentum, with real industrial growth falling from 7.46% in Q2 2025 to 3.96% in…
Taiwo Awoniyi has been called up to the Super Eagles squad after Victor Osimhen was ruled out of Nigeria’s opening AFCON 2027 qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. The Nigeria Football Federation confirmed Awoniyi’s return on Sunday, September 20, after Osimhen’s recovery from a right adductor muscle strain took longer than expected. The change gives coach…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in New York to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 81st United Nations General Assembly, with the country preparing to push for changes to global institutions and a stronger voice for developing countries. Shettima is representing President Bola Tinubu at the gathering, which brings world leaders and senior officials together…
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has appeared on Isbae U’s popular interview show, Curiosity Made Me Ask, creating an unusual meeting between one of Nigeria’s most recognisable political figures and a comedian known for provocative, roast-style conversations. The appearance, released on Saturday, September 19, has attracted attention because of the contrast between Obasanjo’s political background…
Abuja has hosted a China-Nigeria fashion show that brought Chinese and Nigerian styles together on one runway, turning fashion into a platform for cultural exchange and a possible opening for deeper creative and business cooperation. The event, organised by the China Cultural Centre and partners, featured designs inspired by the traditions of both countries. Organisers…
