Prominent businessman and oil magnate, Arthur Eze, has described President Bola Tinubu as ‘God’s gift to Nigeria’, commending his leadership style, inclusive governance, and commitment to national unity. Eze made the remarks in a State House documentary set to mark Tinubu’s second year in office. According to him, Tinubu embodies the bold and purposeful leadership Nigeria requires at this crucial time. READ ALSO: El-Rufai son backs Tinubu’s second term, defies father’s…

Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State has approved the state’s headline sponsorship of Kwara Kre8, an initiative aimed at empowering creatives in photography, filmmaking, content creation, social media influencing, and storytelling. Kwara Kre8 announced the partnership in a statement on Sunday, confirming that the sponsorship came through the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the governor on New Media. READ ALSO: Abdulrazaq innugurates committee to transfer Kampe Game Reserve to…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of the 2025 UTME resit conducted for candidates affected by technical disruptions during the initial exam sessions. Out of the 336,845 candidates rescheduled for the makeup exam, 21,082 were absent—representing about seven per cent of the total. While no official reasons were provided for their non-appearance, JAMB has granted them another opportunity through an upcoming mop-up exercise. This opportunity…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the release of results for the 2025 UTME resit, conducted for candidates affected by technical issues during the initial exams. According to the board, a total of 336,845 candidates were rescheduled for the makeup examination. However, 21,082 of those candidates did not show up for the test. JAMB did not provide an explanation for the significant number of absentees. The results…

The Federal Government (FG) has reiterated its commitment to working closely with the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) to address key migration issues affecting Nigeria. Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Bagudu, made this known during a courtesy visit by the new IOM Chief of Mission to Nigeria, Dimanche Sharon, at his office in Abuja. Bagudu praised the IOM for its continued role in supporting Nigeria’s migration management efforts…

Lagos State has been named the world’s fastest-growing tech city for the year 2025, according to the latest Global Tech Ecosystem Index released by Netherlands-based data intelligence firm Dealroom.co. The report places Lagos ahead of Istanbul, Turkey and Pune, India, in the “Rising Stars” category. The category highlighted emerging cities with rapidly expanding tech ecosystems, measured by enterprise value growth and unicorn creation, adjusted for GDP per capita and cost…

Security forces have eliminated 21 armed bandits during a successful raid on Shawu Forest, situated in the Ruwan Godiya Ward of Faskari Local Government Area, Katsina State. The operation was disclosed in a statement issued on Saturday by the State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Nasiru Mu’azu Danmusa. According to Danmusa, troops from the 17 Brigade Strike Group of the Nigerian Army launched a targeted offensive against a…

Port Harcourt, Nigeria – The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has announced a temporary shutdown of the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) as part of a planned maintenance and facility assessment programme. The move comes as part of the company’s commitment to long-term energy security and operational efficiency in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. In an official statement released by NNPC Ltd on Thursday, the company’s Chief Corporate…

A 50-year-old man, Mohammed Ihuenuma, has been arrested by operatives of the Edo State Police Command for allegedly sexually assaulting an 15-year-old girl in Benin City. Ihuenuma, who serves as a driver attached to one of the Special Advisers to the Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, was taken into custody after the victim’s father reported the matter to authorities. Sources close to the family disclosed that the suspect repeatedly took…

By Alade Adisa The Federal Government of Nigeria has successfully recovered $200 million and an additional $10 million award that were previously deposited with a United Kingdom court in relation to the long-standing legal dispute with Process and Industrial Development (P&ID) Ltd. The funds, held as part of Nigeria’s legal defense in the case concerning a failed gas processing contract, were officially confirmed recovered by the Attorney-General of the Federation…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged global investors to seize the moment and invest in Nigeria. He declared that recent economic reforms have stabilised the financial landscape and created a more attractive environment for international capital. He made this call while hosting a high-level delegation from Citibank, led by the Global Head of Citibank International, Ernesto Torres Cantú, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. READ ALSO: Tinubu budgeting for transformation, not…

A 27-year-old male suspect, Somadina Ugwueke, has been apprehended by operatives of the Enugu State Command through the support of the Nsukka Urban Division along with members of the local community. Daniel Ndukwe, the command spokesperson, said on Thursday that Ugwueke, who was involved in armed robbery activities and motorcycle snatching, was arrested on 19 May following relayed information gathered. Ndukwe recounted that the apprehended suspect, along with his accomplice,…