Tinubu appoints Professor Jega as special adviser
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Professor Attahiru Muhammadu Jega, former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC), as adviser and coordinator of the Presidential Livestock Reform. Tinubu announced the appointment Friday, hoping to drive meaningful progress in the livestock…
Blackout In Major Nigerian Cities As National Grid Collapses Again
However, the sudden grid disturbance saw power generation plummet below 1000MW at 2pm, down from approximately 4000MW earlier in the day. The national power grid suffered a major collapse on Friday, plunging several parts of the country, including Lagos, into…
UK Says South Africa Climate Pact to Proceed Without US
A $9.3 billion climate deal rich nations struck with South Africa to help it transition to clean forms of energy will forge ahead despite the withdrawal of the US, with other partners remaining committed to it, the UK’s climate envoy…
China,Nigeria Join Force To Empower Women, Marks International Women’s Day
The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria, on Friday, marked International Women’s Day in Abuja with a focus on empowerment and equality, celebrating the contributions of women globally. The event was themed “Her Story and Future,” aligning with this year’s United Nations…
BREAKING: Dr Doyin Okupe Is Dead
Dr. Doyin Okupe, a prominent Nigerian physician, politician, and former presidential aide, has died. He passed away at the age of 72. According to sources close to the family, Dr. Okupe had been critically ill in the weeks leading up…
BREAKING: Senate Takes New Action Against Senator Natasha
The senate committee on public conduct, ethics, privileges, and public petitions has recommended the suspension of Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, lawmaker representing Kogi central, for six months and her salaries. Neda Imaseun, chairman of the committee, presented the panel’s report during Thursday’s…
Zelensky vows to ‘make things right’ with Trump and negotiate peace
Volodymyr Zelensky said he was ready to work under Donald Trump’s “strong leadership” to achieve a lasting peace days after their explosive Oval Office meeting. The Ukrainian president described the White House showdown as “regrettable” in a lengthy social media…
Lagos Unveils Tallest Skyscraper as FirstBank Announces New HQ
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has officially presented the Certificate of Approval to FirstBank Group for the construction of its towering 43-storey eco-friendly headquarters in Eko Atlantic City. The certificate was handed over on Wednesday during a groundbreaking ceremony attended…
South Africa Seeks to Strengthen Trade Ties with the US
Lawmakers were warned that the United States is planning more punitive actions against the country. Officials hope a new trade deal will help repair the icy relations. South Africa is preparing a new trade offer to present to President Trump,…
Mexico could seek other trade partners after US tariffs, president says
Mexico’s government may look for other trade partners, the nation’s president said on Wednesday, after the United States slapped tariffs on its southern neighbor. President Claudia Sheinbaum said that Mexico could shift trade alliances “if necessary,” referring to the possible…