91 m. ago Tinubu Faults US Designation, Says Religious Liberty Thrives In Nigeria

President Bola Tinubu has faulted the redesignation of Nigeria by US President Donald Trump as a “Country of Particular Concern” over alleged Christian persecution, insisting that religious liberty remains a core feature of Nigeria’s democracy. In a statement personally signed by him on Saturday, President Tinubu said the United States’ characterisation of Nigeria as religiously […]

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2 h. ago LAPO drives climate financing conversation, as Africa loses $440bn annually to challenges

LAPO Microfinance Bank, one of Nigeria’s leading microfinance institutions, is driving conversation on climate and sustainable finance. Its goal is read more LAPO drives climate financing conversation, as Africa loses $440bn annually to challenges

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13 h. ago Charting A New Course: The Tasks Before New Sports Federations Boards

With the elections of new National Sports Federations Boards elections, a new vision for sports governance is taking shape in Nigeria. As fresh leaders step into their roles, the National Sports Commission (NSC) is positioned to navigate a transformative era for Nigerian athletics. The newly elected presidents, including the finance and coordinating economic minister Mr. […]

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13 h. ago Team Nigeria Poised For Islamic Solidarity Games Triumph In Saudi Arabia

The green-and-white flag of Nigeria is set to soar once again, this time in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as Team Nigeria prepares for the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games scheduled from 7th to 21st November. A contingent of 46 members, comprising 35 athletes and 11 officials, will represent the nation across seven sports, including athletics, para-athletics, para […]

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13 h. ago Nigeria Olympic Committee Inaugurates Technical And Development Commission

The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has officially inaugurated its newly reconstituted Technical and Development Commission on October 28, 2025, in a major virtual event. A statement signed by Tony Nezianya, Public Relations Officer ÑOC, said, Engr. Habu Ahmed Gumel, the President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee, delivered the keynote address, hailing the ceremony as an […]

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15 h. ago ADC Opposes Tinubu’s Fuel Tax, Warns Against Pushing Nigerians To The Wall

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has opposed President Bola Tinubu’s approval of a 15 per cent import duty on petrol and diesel, saying it would further deepen the economic hardship experienced by Nigerians. The party said Nigerians are already burdened by the astronomically high cost of living, warning the president not to push the people […]

Events

15 h. ago 4.34m Nigerians Risk Acute Food, Nutrition Insecurity By 2026 – Report

About 34.7 million Nigerians, including over 650,000 internally displaced persons in Borno, Sokoto, and Zamfara States, are projected to face acute food and nutrition insecurity or worse between June and August 2026 lean season. This is according to the latest Cadre Harmonisé (CH) food and nutrition security analysis released in Abuja yesterday. The figure represents […]

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20 h. ago Idoma People Have Shaped Nigeria’s Trajectory, Say Prominent Sons, Daughters At IHoF Dinner

Prominent Idoma sons and daughters have hailed the Idoma people of Benue State as part of the architects of modern Nigeria whose footprints can be traced across politics, law, education, military, faith and culture. Speaking in Abuja on Thursday at the Inaugural Dinner of the Idoma Hall of Fame (IHoF) Advisory Board, Justice Ejembi Eko […]

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21 h. ago BREAKING: Trump Redesignates Nigeria as ‘Country Of Particular Concern’ Over Christian Genocide Claims

United States President, Donald Trump, has redesignated Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC) over what he described as ongoing “Christian genocide” in parts of the country. Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social page on Friday, saying the U.S. “must stand firmly for religious freedom and against the persecution of Christians anywhere […]

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25 h. ago ‘Don’t Push Nigerians To The Wall’, ADC Tackles Tinubu Over Fuel Tax

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has opposed President Bola Tinubu’s approval of a 15 per cent import duty on petrol and diesel, saying it may further deepen the economic hardship being experienced by Nigerians. The party said Nigerians were already burdened by the astronomically high cost of living, warning the President not to push the […]

Politics

27 h. ago 34.7m Nigerians Risk Acute Food, Nutrition Insecurity By Mid

About 34.7 million Nigerians, including over 650,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Borno, Sokoto, and Zamfara States, were projected to face acute food and nutrition insecurity or worse between June and August 2026 lean-season. This is according to the latest Cadre Harmonisé (CH) food and nutrition security analysis released in Abuja on Friday. The figure […]

Politics

33 h. ago Political Will The Missing Link In Nigeria’s Sports Dev’t, Says NIS Chief

The director-general and CEO of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Comrade Philip Shaibu, has identified the lack of political will as the crucial missing link in Nigeria’s sports development. He emphasised the fundamental role of political will in driving national progress, particularly within the sports sector. Shaibu made this declaration while delivering a keynote […]

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34 h. ago Electricity Regulator Seeks Review Of Renewable Agency’s $2bn Fund

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has called for a review of how the $2 billion currently available to the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) is utilised. This comes as the World Bank, Nigerian government officials, and energy sector leaders have collectively emphasised the urgent need for stronger regulation, better governance, and coordinated reforms to fix […]

Politics

34 h. ago Be active in shaping Nigeria’s Democracy, Deputy Speaker Urges Youths

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has called on Nigerian youths to take active leadership roles in shaping the country’s democracy, reaffirming the parliament’s commitment to supporting youth leadership. He stated that the House would actively review legislative frameworks to reduce financial barriers to political participation, enhance youth representation in […]

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38 h. ago FirstBank partners Verve to issue free Verve debit cards in nationwide flash promo

First Bank of Nigeria Limited (FirstBank), Nigeria’s premier and leading financial inclusion services provider, has announced the launch of the Verve Flash Promo, a special initiative rewarding customers with free Verve cards. The campaign, which commenced on 6 October 2025 and will run until 30 January 2026, is exclusively targeted at FirstBank customers whose ATM […]

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45 h. ago “Nigeria Has Professors, Ph.D. Holders In Govt. Behaving Like Illiterates, Turning To Praise Singers For Mediocrity” – Emir Of Kano Lamido Sanusi [VIDEO]

In a bold and thought-provoking statement, the Emir of Kano, Lamido Sanusi II, has once again sparked national conversation after criticizing the behaviour and mindset of Nigeria’s political elite. Speaking during a recent public engagement, the outspoken monarch lamented what he described as the “collapse of values” among those in leadership positions, accusing many of […] The post “Nigeria Has Professors, Ph.D. Holders In Govt. Behaving Like Illiterates, Turning To Praise Singers For Mediocrity” – Emir Of Kano Lamido Sanusi [VIDEO] appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Culture

49 h. ago We’ll Leave No Stone Unturned To Improve Nigeria’s Security, Says New Air Chief

The newly appointed Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Vice Marshal Sunday Aneke, on Thursday, formally assumed office with a pledge to leave no stone unturned to bring about swift improvement in the nation’s security landscape. Aneke, the 23rd Chief of the Air Staff, took over from his predecessor, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, during […]

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54 h. ago Orijin Strengthens Cultural Footprint at 2025 Ofala Festival

As brands increasingly seek to connect with consumers through cultural relevance, Orijin, a leading name in Nigeria’s mainstream spirits and read more Orijin Strengthens Cultural Footprint at 2025 Ofala Festival

Culture

54 h. ago JUST IN: Idi Abbas assumes office as new Chief of Naval Staff

The new Chief of Naval Staff, Rear Admiral Idi Abbas, on Thursday formally took over leadership of the Nigerian Navy, promising to strengthen the fight against crude oil theft, illegal bunkering, and other maritime crimes affecting the nation’s economy.

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58 h. ago Agric Diversification Way Out Of Nigeria’s Food Crisis — Lawmaker

For there to be all-year-round food sufficiency, Nigeria must embrace full diversification into large-scale mechanised agriculture. Chairman of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly Committees on Health, Nutrition and Food Security, Hon. Moses Essien, who made this advocacy, has called for the “development of a robust and sustainable agribusiness as a strategic pathway to […]

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