Soludo Pardons Akwa Okuko, Appoints Him Ambassador for Youth Reformation
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has granted clemency to popular native doctor Chidozie Nwangwu, popularly known as Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki, and appointed him as an Ambassador for Youth Reformation in the state. Nwangwu was among eight native doctors arrested last year over alleged involvement in the promotion of money rituals, quick-wealth schemes and […]
NGX Market Capitalisation Hits ₦162 Trillion For The First Time Ever
The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) closed trading on Friday, September 18, 2026, on a bullish note, with total equity market capitalisation hitting a record ₦162.16 trillion for the first time. The latest milestone surpassed the previous record of ₦161.8 trillion, recorded on May 13, 2026, as renewed buying interest across major stocks lifted the market. […]
Zidane Names Mbappe France Captain, Unveils First Squad
New France head coach Zinedine Zidane has confirmed Kylian Mbappe as captain of Les Bleus after unveiling his first squad since succeeding Didier Deschamps. The Real Madrid forward will continue to lead the national team after wearing the armband during the World Cup, where he finished as the tournament’s top scorer with 10 goals. France, […]
THROWBACK: Obiano Recalls What He Met in Anambra Coffers After Taking Over From Peter Obi
Former Anambra State Governor Willie Obiano had disclosed that he inherited about N9 billion in cash and liabilities estimated at N185 billion when he took over from his predecessor, Peter Obi. The disclosure has resurfaced amid renewed exchanges between the administration of Governor Charles Soludo and Obi over the financial position of Anambra State at […]
Sowore Vows to Scrap First Lady’s Office If Elected President in 2027
African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has vowed to abolish the office of the First Lady if elected president in the 2027 general election. Sowore said the Nigerian Constitution does not establish an official position for the president’s wife, arguing that maintaining such an office amounts to spending public funds on a role […]
Macron Hosts Tinubu to Private Dinner in Paris Amid Stronger Nigeria-France Ties
PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron hosted Nigerian President Bola Tinubu to a private dinner at the Élysée Palace in Paris on Thursday night, as both countries reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. The Presidency disclosed the meeting on Friday, with Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, announcing the […]
Nigeria Wins $2.35bn Arbitration Dispute Over Mambilla Hydropower Project
Nigeria has secured a major legal victory in its long-running arbitration dispute with Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited over the controversial Mambilla Hydropower Project in Taraba State. The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) arbitration tribunal in Paris ruled in favour of the Federal Government on Thursday, September 17, 2026, following years of proceedings arising […]
Mbah Welcomes 112 Enugu Indigenes Fleeing Xenophobic Attacks in South Africa, Gives Families ₦1m Support
ENUGU — Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has welcomed 112 indigenes from the state who returned from South Africa following renewed xenophobic attacks against black African migrants. The returnees, comprising 77 families, were received on Thursday at the International Conference Centre, Enugu, where the governor announced a ₦1 million seed fund for each of […]
Obi-Kwankwaso Movement Unveils 59-Member Campaign Council Ahead of 2027
The Obi-Kwankwaso Movement has unveiled a 59-member Presidential Campaign Council as it intensifies preparations to mobilise support for the joint 2027 presidential ticket of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso under the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). The campaign council, announced on Thursday, September 17, comprises zonal and state coordinators as well as directors responsible for various […]
33 Suspected Illegal Miners Die After Arrest in Niger State
At least 33 suspected illegal miners arrested by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State have reportedly died following a suspected disease outbreak. The Niger State Commandant of the NSCDC, Suberu Siyaka Aniviye, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday, September 17, 2026. According to Aniviye, the deceased were among […]