Vice President Kashim Shettima has said that Nigeria is not interested in building nuclear weapons. Instead, he said the country is focused on solving big problems like poverty and climate change. He spoke during a meeting with officials from the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty Organisation, CTBTO, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The group
Troops of Operation Safe Haven have successfully foiled a planned attack by suspected bandits in Plateau State, arresting one armed suspect who was lying in wait to ambush unsuspecting commuters in the Gashish District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area. The suspect, believed to be part of a larger criminal network operating within the volatile
July 7, 2025 | Abuja The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has revealed that the Republics of Benin and Togo owe Nigeria a combined sum of $11.97 million in unpaid electricity bills for the first quarter of 2025. This disclosure was contained in NERC’s latest quarterly report, which assessed market performance and revenue collection within
As political activities gather momentum in Anambra State, both the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the Nigeria Police Force have reaffirmed their readiness to ensure the smooth conduct of the forthcoming Senatorial bye-election scheduled for August 16 and the governorship election slated for November 8. The Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Ikioye
The North Central region of Nigeria, encompassing states such as Benue, Kwara, Niger, Plateau, Nasarawa, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), continues to assert its dominance as a key contributor to Nigeria’s agricultural output—playing a pivotal role in national food security and economic resilience. From staple food crops like yam, maize, millet, rice, and cassava,
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has provided clarity on the charges associated with the Naira Remittance-Based Virtual Naira (NRBVN) service, specifically targeting Nigerians in the diaspora. In a statement issued by the apex bank, it reassured the public—particularly citizens residing outside the country—of its commitment to transparent financial practices and deepening financial inclusion across
A court in the United Kingdom has officially set a trial date for two prominent pro-Palestine activists, Chris Nineham and Ben Jamal, following their arrest during a protest held in London earlier this year. The two were taken into custody in January 2025 during a mass demonstration calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and an
Kogi State, Nigeria – July 7, 2025 Tragedy struck in Kogi State on Sunday as unidentified gunmen attacked a mining site in the Ajaokuta area, killing a Nigerian soldier and abducting a Chinese national. The incident occurred in the early hours of the day when the assailants, reportedly heavily armed, stormed the mining facility and
Abuja, Nigeria – July 7, 2025 The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised the Nigerian government to intensify its economic reforms, focusing on sound fiscal policies and targeted social interventions to curb rising inflation and reduce poverty across the country. In its latest advisory issued over the weekend, the IMF stressed the need for Nigeria
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has delivered a compelling address at the BRICS Summit held in Brazil, where he underscored the urgent need for deeper cooperation among nations of the Global South. The Nigerian leader, who was attending the high-level forum alongside heads of state and key economic players from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South
