WPRF will give Nigeria opportunity to counter false narrative, Tinubu govt says

The federal government says the forthcoming World Public Relations Forum Abuja 2026 will present an opportunity to counter false narratives about Nigeria and highlight its progress. Mohammed minister Idris stated this at the WPRF Abuja 2026...

Just In: Kashim Shettima ‘Vacates’ Vice Presidential Seat For One Day

Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has vacated his seat for a teenage girl, Joy Ogah, for one day. Naija News reports that the move is aimed at promoting mentorship and gender inclusion. The inspiring event took place at the Presidential Villa,...

NMA: Doctors hail Kano government for renovating 200 health centres

Doctors in Nigeria [credit : Premium Times] The Nigerian Medical Association has commended Governor Abba Yusuf for renovating over 200 primary healthcare centres and upgrading some PHCs and cottage hospitals to general hospitals. NMA Kano...

Actor Shawn Faqua creates history with Nigeria’s first-ever moving train wedding

Nollywood actor Shawn Faqua and event planner Sharon Ifunanya Maduekwe have made history by tying the knot aboard a moving Lagos–Ibadan train, becoming the first couple in Nigeria to hold a wedding ceremony on a train. The couple transformed the...

EU seeks deeper partnership with Nigeria on AI research, innovation

The European Union (EU) has expressed its readiness to deepen cooperation with Nigeria in artificial intelligence (AI) research and innovation, setting the stage for a new phase of strategic partnership aimed at bridging the gap between scientific...

Jacob Mark: Diri’s Occupation Of Governorship Seat Without Party Membership Is Illegal, He Should Vacate

Former National Legal Adviser of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Jacob Mark, has stated that Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri ought to vacate his governorship seat for his non-membership of any political party. Mark’s comments come amid...

₦4tn Debt: Gencos Dismiss Claims Of Final Deal With Federal Government

Power generation companies (GenCos) have refuted claims by the Federal Government that an agreement has been reached on the settlement of the ₦4 trillion legacy debt in the power sector, stating that discussions are still ongoing. The Chief...

‎CAN Faults Presidency’s Misrepresentation, Reaffirms Reality of Christian Genocide in Nigeria

‎The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has taken exception to a report credited to the Presidency which allegedly downplayed the persistent killings of Christians across parts of the country, describing the publication as “false, misleading,...

Ahmad Lawan: Former Senate President and longest-serving lawmaker in Nigeria

From his early days in the House of Representatives in 1999 to becoming Senate President in 2019 and holding office through some of the most contentious legislative cycles in Nigeria’s democratic history, Senator Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan represents the...

The Nigerian Messiah Mirage: Why Broken Nations Seek A Saviour.

Nigeria today stands as a classic example of nations scarred by decades of poor leadership, economic hardship, betrayal by the leaders, and social decay. In such conditions, the longing for a redeemer becomes almost instinctive. In a country like...

WPRF will provide Nigeria opportunity to counter false narratives – FG

The Federal Government has said the forthcoming World Public Relations Forum (WPRF) Abuja 2026 will present an opportunity to counter false narratives about Nigeria and highlight its progress. Minister of Information and National Orientation,...

FG Partners For Good Governance To Empower Creatives

The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy (FMACCE) has entered into a strategic partnership with Lens for Good Initiative to promote Nigeria’s cultural heritage, empower local creatives, and strengthen national...

Police Recover Two Stolen Vehicles Illegally Shipped From Netherlands To Nigeria

October 21, (THEWILL) — The Nigeria Police Force has successfully recovered two vehicles stolen from the Netherlands and illegally shipped into the country — a 2020 Toyota C-HR and a 2019 Toyota RAV4. In a statement on Tuesday, the Force said the...

Shettima vacates seat for Joy Ogah as Vice President

In a powerful demonstration of mentorship and support for gender equality, Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday symbolically gave up his seat to a teenage girl, Joy Ogah, allowing her to serve as Nigeria’s Vice President for a day. The...

FG targets 20,000 jobs yearly, launch second phase of Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme

The Federal Government of Nigeria is targeting the creation of at least 20,000 jobs each year through the launch of the second phase of the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima is set to officially launch...

Nigerian Federal Workers Coordinator, Andrew Emelieze Faces Court Trial In Ibadan For Leading Peaceful Protest

The National Coordinator of the Federal Workers Forum, Andrew Emelieze, is set to be charged at the Federal High Court, Ibadan, on Tuesday (today). In a statement sent to SaharaReporters on Tuesday, it was noted that the charge is to defend...

Paul Alaje: Nigeria Needs To Be Deliberate About Population Management Or Risk Deepening Poverty

Chief Economist at SPM Professionals, Dr Paul Alaje, has urged Nigeria to take deliberate steps towards managing its growing population to avoid worsening poverty and inequality. Speaking during an interview on ARISE News on Tuesday, Dr Alaji said...

CAN Denies Downplaying Killings, Reaffirms Ongoing Genocide Against Christians In Nigeria

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has refuted reports suggesting it dismissed claims of a “Christian genocide” in Nigeria, reaffirming instead that the pattern of violence against Christian communities constitutes an ongoing and organised...

Defection: Gov Diri should be removed from office – Ex-PDP National Legal Adviser

Former National Legal Adviser of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Jacob Mark, has said that Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa state ought to be removed from office following his resignation from the party. Mark made this statement on Tuesday while...

Aid Groups Warn of Escalating Hunger Crisis in Nigeria After Major US Funding Cuts

Aid organisations, including the World Food Programme (WFP), have sounded the alarm over a deepening hunger crisis in Nigeria, warning that hundreds of thousands of children could die as funding dries up. The situation is particularly dire in...