July 10, 2025 | Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged to consolidate on the achievements of his predecessor, former President Muhammadu Buhari, as part of his administration’s roadmap for national growth and development. Speaking on Wednesday during a high-level policy dialogue at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, President Tinubu reaffirmed his commitment
In response to the recent announcement by former US President Donald Trump imposing new tariffs, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has urged member countries of the BRICS bloc to consider imposing retaliatory tariffs against the United States. Speaking at a recent economic forum, President Lula emphasized the need for a unified stance among
Lagos State University (LASU) has once again demonstrated its reputation for academic excellence as one of its distinguished graduates, Lawal Maryam Abiodun, emerged as the Best Graduating Female Student and the Second Overall Best Graduating Student at the Nigerian Law School’s Call to Bar ceremony held in Abuja on July 10, 2025. Maryam, an alumna
July 10, 2025 | Abuja, Nigeria The Federal Government has officially launched Phase 7 of the Kainji Mass Trials of suspected terrorists, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to upholding justice and the rule of law in the ongoing fight against terrorism. The latest phase, which commenced at the Kainji Custodial Centre in Niger State, is part
July 10, 2025 | Abuja, Nigeria Nigeria is set to record a historic inflow of Foreign Portfolio Investments (FPIs) in 2025, with projections indicating a surge to $16.08 billion — the highest in the nation’s economic history. Analysts say the rise is largely driven by the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) sustained hawkish monetary policy
Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) has etched a new milestone by becoming the first bank from West Africa to secure a direct listing on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) Main Market. This landmark achievement marks a significant step in the bank’s international growth strategy and highlights the increasing confidence of global investors in Nigerian financial institutions.
July 10, 2025 | Lagos, Nigeria In a surprising twist amid challenging economic indicators, the Nigerian naira has posted unexpected gains in the foreign exchange market, maintaining relative stability even as the country’s external reserves decline and oil prices weaken. According to financial analysts, the naira’s resilience can be attributed to a combination of policy
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has issued a warning regarding the growing number of corps members who are being rejected by their assigned employers across Nigeria. This disturbing trend has raised alarm within the agency, as it undermines the core purpose of the NYSC program, which is designed to foster national integration and provide
In a renewed push to tackle the persistent energy crisis across the continent, the Federal Government of Nigeria is calling for a strategic investment of $32.8 billion aimed at improving electricity access for over 300 million Africans currently living without power. The appeal was made in line with Nigeria’s commitment to regional development and energy
July 10, 2025 | Lagos, Nigeria In a bid to deepen public understanding and participation in voluntary blood donation, the Lagos State Government, through General Hospital Ijede, has conducted a medical outreach and sensitization programme targeted at the Muslim community in Ikorodu. The event, which held at the Ansar-ud-Deen Central Mosque in Igbogbo, brought together
