News & Current Affairs

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 24, 2026

Nigeria’s Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has announced that a critical 15-kilometre section of the Enugu–Onitsha Highway will be opened to traffic in time for the Easter holiday period, offering motorists what he described as a “special Easter travel relief package.”

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 24, 2026

Leaders of major Nigerian business and labour organisations have warned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its resulting surge in global energy costs is putting thousands of businesses at risk of shutting down and could lead to significant job losses if left unchecked.

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 23, 2026

Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has sparked fresh political speculation after telling Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, that he is “no stranger” to the ruling party’s vision for national development.

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 23, 2026

A prominent political voice has declared that history will ultimately be favorable to Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following his high-profile visit to the United Kingdom, despite growing debate surrounding the trip.

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 23, 2026

At least eight people have been killed after suspected terrorists detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) on a vital bridge in Niger State, Nigeria highlighting growing concerns over attacks on civilian infrastructure in West Africa.

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 23, 2026

Nigeria is set to implement a sweeping reform of its education system, introducing a nationwide student identification framework designed to monitor academic progress from early schooling through higher education.

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 23, 2026

President Bola Tinubu has repeatedly expressed support for state policing as part of broader security reforms, but legal experts and political groups argue such a sweeping change cannot be implemented unilaterally without constitutional amendments.

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 21, 2026

In a dramatic twist that has intensified the controversy surrounding the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi has publicly rejected the title awarded to his team, insisting that Senegal were the rightful winners on the pitch.

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 21, 2026

Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has publicly celebrated Tony Elumelu renowned economist, banker and philanthropist as one of Africa’s most influential business leaders on the occasion of his birthday.

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 21, 2026

Authorities in southern Nigeria have arrested several students after a disturbing video showing the assault of a fellow pupil went viral, triggering outrage across the country and beyond.

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 21, 2026

Residents of internally displaced persons (IDP) camps across Nigeria have openly criticized the federal government, urging officials to stop what they describe as “false assurances” about their return to ancestral homes.

Uchechi Okporie

Mar 20, 2026

As Muslims across Nigeria mark the Eid al-Fitr, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) has commended Nigerian troops for their resilience, dedication, and unwavering commitment in the fight against insecurity.