Nigeria’s economy on steady rebound, records 6% trade surplus – Cardoso
Nigeria’s economy is showing signs of strong recovery, recording a 6% trade surplus in recent months, according to Central Bank Governor, Olayemi Cardoso. The apex bank chief stated this on Wednesday while presenting an update on the country’s economic outlook and monetary performance. Cardoso explained that the trade surplus reflects improved export performance, driven by […]
PDP Defectors Are Running Away From the Mess They Created – Senator Dickson
Former Bayelsa State Governor and Senator representing Bayelsa West, Senator Seriake Dickson, has criticised politicians defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), saying they are fleeing from the same problems they created. Speaking to journalists on Wednesday in Abuja, Senator Dickson described the ongoing wave of defections as a […]
APC Will Control 30 States by 2026 — Information Minister Idris
Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has predicted that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will control at least 30 states by 2026 following the wave of defections from opposition parties. The minister made this statement on Wednesday while addressing journalists in Abuja, expressing confidence in the ruling party’s growing strength and influence […]
Some Nigerian pilots use Indian hemp’ – Orji Kalu accuses NCAA of negligence
Former Abia State Governor and Senator, Orji Uzor Kalu, has raised serious concerns over the safety of Nigeria’s aviation sector, claiming that some Nigerian pilots use Indian hemp before operating flights. Kalu made the shocking revelation while calling out the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) for what he described as negligence in enforcing discipline and […]
Nigeria’s inflation rate drops for 6th consecutive time
Nigeria’s economy recorded another positive sign as the nation’s inflation rate fell for the sixth consecutive month, according to the latest data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This marks a steady decline that economic analysts believe could signal gradual recovery and market stability after months of rising prices. The report showed that […]
2026 WCQ: Huge disappointment – Nedum Onuoha on Nigeria’s Super Eagles
Former Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha has described Nigeria’s recent performance in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers (WCQ) as a huge disappointment. Speaking on an international sports programme, the ex-player expressed frustration over the Super Eagles’ inconsistent form, saying that a team with such talented players should be doing far better on the global […]
Ekiti police solicit support to find missing woman, Olatoye Olayemi
The Ekiti State Police Command has called on the public to assist in locating Miss Olatoye Olayemi, a 38-year-old woman who has been declared missing. According to a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abutu Sunday, ANIPR, on Wednesday, Olatoye was last seen on March 15, 2025, after she left her residence […]
Yobe police arrest man for allegedly defiling 8-year-old girl
The Yobe State Police Command has arrested a man accused of defiling an eight-year-old girl in one of the local communities. The suspect was reportedly apprehended following a tip-off from residents who raised alarm after noticing suspicious behavior. Police authorities confirmed that the victim has been taken to the hospital for medical examination and treatment. […]
Road crashes, fatalities reduced in Abia in 2025 – FRSC
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced a significant drop in road crashes and fatalities in Abia State for the year 2025, compared to figures recorded in 2024. The revelation was made by the FRSC Sector Commander, Ngozi Ezeoma, during a town hall meeting with stakeholders in Umuahia as part of the 2025 Ember […]
Senator Ben Murray-Bruce dumps PDP for APC as ruling party captures Bayelsa
Former Senator representing Bayelsa East, Ben Murray-Bruce, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). The media entrepreneur and politician announced his defection on Wednesday in a statement shared on his official Facebook page, where he praised President Bola Tinubu’s administration for its economic vision and bold […]