Quick Read: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Bola Tinubu to provide verifiable evidence of his presence in Makkah for Umrah. Atiku alleges the trip may be a cover for a visit to France linked to a $20 billion loan request.
Quick Read: The article highlights the growing importance of technology in Nigeria's national development agenda. It specifically notes the involvement of First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu in laying the foundation for a significant $10.4 million digital project.
Quick Read: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Bola Tinubu to provide verifiable evidence of his presence in Makkah for Umrah. Atiku alleges the trip may be a cover for a visit to France linked to a $20 billion loan request.
Quick Read: Governor Seyi Makinde has emphasized that Nigeria's natural resource wealth is not a sufficient driver for national prosperity. He advocates for a shift toward human capital development and private sector-led industrialization to ensure sustainable economic growth.
Quick Read: President Bola Tinubu has left Abuja for Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The trip is intended for the President to engage in prayers for the well-being and stability of Nigeria.
Quick Read: The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has publicly stated its confidence in INEC's ability to conduct the 2027 general elections as scheduled. The party maintains that there are no credible grounds for postponement, citing the resolution of health and administrative concerns.
Quick Read: President Bola Tinubu is set to present the 2027 Appropriation Bill before the end of 2026, following recent legislative and policy approvals. The Federal Executive Council has also endorsed the National Development Plan 2026–2030 and a revised food and nutrition policy to address national security and health concerns.
Quick Read: President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to depart Abuja this Thursday for a trip to Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The primary objective of this international visit is to perform Umrah.
Quick Read: The Federal Executive Council has approved a $45.8 million investment to upgrade biosecurity systems at five major Nigerian international airports. This initiative, managed through a 20-year Public-Private Partnership, aims to bolster the nation's ability to detect and respond to infectious disease threats at its borders.
Quick Read: Peter Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, has vowed to overhaul Nigeria's electoral system to eliminate manipulation. He emphasized that his administration would enforce strict adherence to the rule of law and impose criminal penalties on those who rig elections or forge academic credentials.
Quick Read: Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has refuted claims of a seat-sharing deal with the APC, labeling such reports as fabrications. He emphasized that his political alliance with the APC is limited to the presidential election, while maintaining independence for legislative contests.
Quick Read: The Federal Government has defended its $21.7 billion external borrowing proposal, characterizing it as a strategic investment in national infrastructure rather than consumption. Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele emphasized that the plan, which spans five years, aims to build wealth through critical transport and power projects.
Quick Read: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to travel to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this Thursday to attend a high-level World Economic Forum meeting. Beyond the economic summit, the President will engage in religious observances, specifically the lesser hajj, to pray for the nation's stability.
Quick Read: The Makinde-Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation (MDPCO) has publicly condemned President Bola Tinubu’s latest proposal to secure over $20 billion in foreign loans. The group warns that the current borrowing trajectory threatens Nigeria's future financial stability and lacks accountability regarding the impact of previous debt.
Quick Read: President Bola Tinubu is set to depart Abuja for Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to perform the Umrah pilgrimage. During this visit, he will engage in spiritual reflection and offer prayers for the stability and progress of Nigeria.
Quick Read: Actor and politician Kenneth Okonkwo publicly voiced his strong dissatisfaction with the Tinubu-led administration. During a television appearance, he questioned the circumstances of the current presidency and offered an apology to God.
Quick Read: The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has filed a lawsuit at the Federal High Court in Port Harcourt to disqualify the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the February 6, 2027, Rivers State governorship election. The plaintiffs argue that the APC failed to comply with the Electoral Act, 2026, regarding membership registration and candidate eligibility.
Quick Read: President Bola Tinubu is set to travel to Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to perform the Umrah pilgrimage. During this trip, the President intends to engage in spiritual reflection and offer prayers for the stability and progress of Nigeria.
Quick Read: The Niger State House of Assembly has formally recognized the Nigerian Army for successfully thwarting a bandit attack in Rafi Local Government Area. The legislative body emphasized the need for enhanced military infrastructure to protect residents from future incursions.
Quick Read: Peter Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, has outlined a platform focused on electoral reform ahead of the 2027 election cycle. His proposal centers on strict enforcement of electoral laws, including the imprisonment of officials involved in result manipulation.
Quick Read: Alvin Hellerstein, a long-serving US federal judge, has died at the age of 92. He was notably presiding over the high-profile drug trafficking case against deposed Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro.
Quick Read: Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has refuted claims of a power-sharing deal with the APC, asserting that his collaboration with the Presidency is limited to the 2027 presidential race. He emphasized that legislative contests remain competitive and that he will support candidates from the Accord party.
Quick Read: Nollywood actress and AAC governorship candidate Doris Ogala has been remanded at the Ikoyi Correctional Facility following a legal dispute with Pastor Chris Okafor. The case centers on accusations of cyberbullying and extortion, while Ogala claims the legal action is intended to sabotage her 2027 political ambitions.
Quick Read: The Federal High Court in Abuja has mandated the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) to reinstate Creative Brains Academy Limited and JJ Integrated Services Limited to its register. The court ruled that both entities had fulfilled their statutory obligations by filing outstanding annual returns, justifying their restoration.
Quick Read: Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has called on traditional rulers to act as stabilizers in their communities as the nation approaches the 2027 general elections. He emphasized that their leadership is essential to preventing political conflicts and maintaining the state's development.
