US Lawmakers Propose Sanctions Against Kwankwaso, Miyetti Allah Over Religious Freedom Concerns
Five United States lawmakers have introduced a bill in Congress seeking sanctions against former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, the...
Lassa Fever: Kwara Govt Threatens Sanctions Against Food Processors, Street Vendors Over Poor Hygiene
The Kwara State Environmental Protection Agency (KWEPA) has issued a stern warning to food processors, garri production centres and street...
Nigeria’s Crude Output Rises to 1.459m bpd in January as Ojulari Seeks Africa-Wide Energy Coordination
Nigeria’s crude oil production increased to 1.459 million barrels per day (bpd) in January 2026, according to figures submitted by...
NAFDAC Denies FG Ordered Reversal of Sachet, 200ml Alcohol Ban
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has dismissed reports claiming that the Federal Government directed...
Reps Warn Underfunding of Auditor-General’s Office Could Deepen Corruption
The House of Representatives has raised concerns over what it described as the persistent underfunding of the Office of the...
Qatar Emir, Trump Discuss Regional De-escalation Amid Renewed US–Iran Diplomacy
Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and United States President Donald Trump have held talks focused on reducing...
Farmers, Herders Sign 25 Peace Pacts to End Violence in Plateau Communities
Farmers and herders in Plateau State have signed 25 peace agreements aimed at ending recurring violence and rebuilding trust in...
Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price to ₦774 Per Litre
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to ₦774 per litre, marking a ₦25...
Naira Trades Below ₦1,350 for First Time Since May 2024
Nigeria’s currency has strengthened further at the official foreign exchange market, trading below the ₦1,350/$ mark for the first time...
Russia Denies Recruiting Nigerians for Ukraine War, Says Such Activities Are Illegal
The Russian government has dismissed allegations that Nigerians are being recruited to fight in the ongoing war in Ukraine, insisting...
