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Trump launches trade war against Mexico, Canada, China, imposes sweeping tariffs on goods

President Donald Trump of the United States on Saturday followed through on his threat by ordering sweeping tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada...

After 2024 presidential defeat, US Democrats anoint new leader, Ken Martin, to take on Trump

After 2024 presidential defeat, US Democrats anoint new leader, Ken Martin, to take on Trump US Democrats picked Ken Martin as their new...

FCT Police begin enforcement of mandatory third-party vehicle insurance, effective Feb. 1

The Federal Capital Territory(FCT) Police Command has commenced enforcement of the mandatory minimum Third-Party Motor Vehicle Insurance, effective February 1, 2025. This move...

US-based Nigerian, lawful permanent resident, bags 75 months in jail, fined $342,000 for catfishing scam

Edwin Okoronkwo, 36-year-old Nigerian national based in US, was sentenced on January 29, 2025, by a federal court in Omaha, Nebraska, for conspiracy...

PETROAN Sees Lower Petrol Prices as Port Harcourt, Warri Refineries Come on Stream

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlet Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) says the revival of the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries by the Federal...

Exclusive: FCT Cab Drivers Defy Minister’s Order on Security Profiling, Vehicle Colour Scheme

As the January 2025 deadline expires, cab drivers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) seem to be disregarding a directive from FCT Minister...

Nigeria to Receive $1.2bln from World Bank to Support Girls’ Education Initiative

The World Bank has made a significant commitment to supporting girls’ education in Nigeria, allocating $1.2 billion for investment in the sector across...

NSC Inaugurates Elite Athletes and Podium Board to Drive Medal-Winning Performances

“The reason why we are calling this a board and not a committee is because a committee is temporary. We want to make...

Police Service Commission announces 60 years mandatory retirement age for officers or 35 years of service

The Police Service Commission p(PSC) has announced the mandatory retirement for officers and men on the attainment  of 60 years or 35 years...

Updated: Tragedy Strikes in Lagos: One Soldier Dies, Several Others Hurt in Drunk-driving Mishap 

Contrary to initial reports of four fatalities, the 81 Division of the Nigerian Army has clarified that only one soldier lost his life,...

FCT Police Recover N1bln Worth of Stolen Public Infrastructure, Apprehend 31 Suspects

The Federal Capital Territory(FCT) Police Command has said that it arrested 31 suspects and recovered stolen public infrastructure worth over N1 billion. Police...

Sports Development: A Critical Component of Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda – Presidency

The Presidency has reaffirmed that sports development plays a vital role in President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, serving as a catalyst for...

Just In: Police IG’s Extended Tenure: AGF Affirms Legality, Legitimacy

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) has given his stamp of approval on the extended...

Shocking: Nigerian monarch dies after collapsing at public event

A tragedy incident occurred in Kaduna State on Thursday when the Sarkin Yakin Zazzau, Alhaji Rilwan Yahaya Pate, suddenly slumped and passed away...

FIRS Sets Ambitious N25trn Revenue Target for 2025, Up From N21.6trn in 2024

The Federal Government has set an ambitious revenue generation target for the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) at N25 trillion for 2025, slightly...

FG honours Nigeria’s national flag designer, late Akinkunmi, donates N30m to family.

The Federal Government has made a generous donation of N30 million to the family of the late Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, the renowned designer...