NFF welcomes ValueJet as airline partners
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has entered a partnership with ValueJet, a Nigerian airline, designating it as the official airline for the NFF and national teams. This agreement, sealed during…
Govs lobby Tinubu to block LG direct payment
State governors in Nigeria are actively opposing the proposed direct disbursement of federal allocations to local government councils, seeking to delay the enforcement of a Supreme Court verdict granting autonomy…
How subsidy removal, tension worsened Niger’s fuel scarcity
Fuel scarcity has intensified in Niger Republic following Nigeria’s removal of fuel subsidies less than two years ago, a decision that has significantly impacted the availability and cost of fuel…
States plan N28.8tn spending on infrastructure
State governors in Nigeria have announced plans to allocate N28.8 trillion towards infrastructure development in their 2025 budgets, significantly increasing from the N11.34 trillion earmarked in 2024. The planned expenditure…
NCC backs Airtel’s push to tackle spam messages
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has endorsed Airtel Africa’s new initiative to combat the increasing issue of spam messages within the telecom sector. This AI-powered spam alert service is designed…
Nigerians still in dire state
Nigerians continue to face significant challenges with electricity supply, as some estates report going nearly a week without power from distribution companies. While some individuals mitigate these outages using alternative…
Osun power struggle: APC, PDP feud escalates amid LG crisis
The political climate in Osun State remains fraught with tension as the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) continue their feud over local government…
Ibadan enjoys harmony despite religious differences – Olubadan
Ibadan, known for its rich cultural heritage, continues to exemplify peaceful coexistence among its diverse religious communities, according to recent statements by the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin. This…
Osun meets monarchs of boundary communities over insecurity
The Osun State Government has initiated discussions with monarchs of boundary communities to address growing security concerns. This move comes in response to increased reports of violent crimes, such as…
Budget letter: Rivers, Assembly differ, Fubara urges House to reconvene
The Rivers State House of Assembly has expressed dissatisfaction with Governor Siminalayi Fubara regarding the implementation of a Supreme Court judgment that mandates a fresh presentation of the 2025 budget.…