Nigerian naira continues depreciation against US dollar
The Nigerian naira continued its downward movement against the United States dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Thursday, reflecting ongoing pressure on the local currency. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that the naira weakened slightly compared to the previous trading day. According to the CBN figures, the naira exchanged […]
AFCON 2025: Super Eagles excel in major stats
Nigeria’s Super Eagles recorded an impressive outing at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, finishing the tournament with standout statistics that underlined their strong performance despite not winning the title. Under the guidance of coach Eric Chelle, the team showed attacking strength, tactical control, and consistency throughout the competition. The Super Eagles were […]
AFCON: ‘He made it easy for them’ – Onyeka gives reasons Morocco defeated Nigeria
Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka has shared his thoughts on Nigeria’s painful loss to Morocco in the semifinals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, saying officiating decisions made it easier for the hosts to secure victory. According to him, the referee’s actions disrupted Nigeria’s rhythm at key moments of the match. Onyeka, who played […]
Impeachment saga: Rivers Assembly can’t tell us who to vote for — Annkio Briggs
Niger Delta rights activist, Annkio Briggs, has insisted that members of the Rivers State House of Assembly do not have the authority to decide who the people of the state should vote for. She said the ultimate power of choice belongs to the electorate, not lawmakers. Briggs made the statement during an interview on Channels […]
Russia threatens retaliation over Germany’s spy claim, diplomat expulsion
World-renowned British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a serious road accident on Monday in Makun, Ogun State, along the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Eyewitnesses said the Lexus SUV carrying Joshua struck a stationary truck near a popular filling station on the expressway while travelling with his team. The exact cause of the crash is still […]
Tinubu approves posting of 4 ambassador-designates to US, France, two other countries
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the posting of four ambassador-designates to key foreign missions, selecting them from the 68 nominees earlier confirmed by the Nigerian Senate. The approval marks the first batch of postings following the screening exercise concluded in December last year. According to a statement released by the President’s spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, […]
DIMDEX 2026: Chief of Naval Staff explores technologies to strengthen Nigerian Navy
The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has taken steps to boost the strength and efficiency of the Nigerian Navy by exploring modern maritime defence technologies at the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026) in Qatar. His participation in the ninth edition of the event reflects Nigeria’s drive to […]
Ogun: Police nab 8 suspected truck hijackers, recover pistol, bags of cements
Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested eight suspected members of a robbery gang linked to violent attacks and trailer truck hijackings along the Papalanto–Ilaro and Owode–Idiroko corridors. The arrests followed a coordinated, intelligence-led operation by officers of the Anti-Robbery Squad attached to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Eleweran, Abeokuta. Police […]
NJC recommends Hassan, Saidu, 12 others to Tinubu for appointment as judges
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has recommended 14 legal practitioners to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointment as judges of the Federal High Court. The recommendation was reached during the Council’s 110th meeting held on January 13 and 14, 2026, under the leadership of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Motonmori Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun. Among […]
Strike: JOHESU storms FMC
Members of the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) on Thursday visited the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Umuahia, to enforce full compliance with the ongoing nationwide strike. Led by union officials, the health workers moved around offices within the hospital to ensure that no member was on duty in defiance of the industrial action. The monitoring […]