United States President Donald Trump has commended President Bola Tinubu for his decisive leadership in tackling terrorism and insecurity in Nigeria, particularly the violence affecting Christian communities. In a letter to President Tinubu, President Trump praised the Nigerian leader’s commitment to confronting terrorism and reaffirmed America’s support in strengthening Nigeria’s security and prosperity. The Special…
Stakeholders advocate mini-grids to bridge electricity gap Stakeholders in the power sector have called for the adoption of mini-grids to tackle energy challenges in the country. This formed the thrust of discussions on Wednesday in Lagos at the 16th Distinguished Electrical and Electronic Engineering Award Laureate organised by the Nigeria Institute of Electrical and Electronic…
44 Visa-free countries Nigerians can visit Nigerian passport holders can now travel to 44 countries without going through the usual visa application process. According to the Henley Passport Index 2026, Nigerians can enter these destinations either visa-free, with a visa on arrival (VOA), or by obtaining an e-visa, making international travel easier and more convenient….
Army: Troops killed 79 bandits, rescued 290 kidnap victims in Katsina in first half of 2026 Troops of the 17 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, under Operation Fansan Yamma, reportedly killed 79 bandits in Katsina state between January and July this year. According to the army, the troops also rescued 290 kidnap victims and recovered…
Guinness Nigeria grows revenue to N265bn Guinness Nigeria PLC has reported a top-line revenue growth of 11.8 per cent to N265.04bn for the six months ended 30 June 2026, up from N237.00bn recorded in the corresponding period of 2025. The performance was detailed in the company’s unaudited condensed financial statements submitted to the Nigerian Exchange…
Nigerians pay 131% more for Okada fares in three years Nigerians have spent 130.87 per cent more on motorcycle (okada) transportation over the three years since President Bola Tinubu assumed office, as higher fuel prices and the depreciation of the naira continued to increase transportation costs across the country. Analysis by The PUNCH of the…
US launches new strikes as Iran warns of regional turmoil. The United States has launched a 12th continuous night of strikes against targets in Iran, as Tehran threatened to launch more of its own attacks across the Gulf region, warning that “no infrastructure will be safe” unless its own security is guaranteed. US Central Command…
Congratulations to Engr. Lawrence Osarobo Okah on your well-deserved appointment as a Member of the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission by His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. This appointment is a recognition of your dedication, leadership and commitment to public service. May your wealth of experience continue to contribute meaningfully to national development,…
Edo State Ministry Seeks Public Assistance to Reunite 12-Year-Old Girl with Her Family in Lagos The Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development is appealing to the public for information that will help reunite a 12-year-old girl, Amarachi Amos, with her family in Lagos State. Amarachi was brought to the Ministry by an…
Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya on Saturday emerged as the winner of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) presidential election, becoming the 33rd president of the law association. Badejo-Okusanya polled 12,317 votes, representing 47.18 percent of the total votes cast, to defeat her closest challenger, Lateef Akangbe, who secured 7,934 votes (30.39%). Olumuyiwa Akinboro, the third presidential candidate, polled…
