Atiku’s US Lobby Firm Warns Tinubu Over Sanctions Threat
By Our Correspondent National News – A Washington-based lobbying firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C., has issued a warning against President Bola Tinubu’s administration over alleged insecurity and electoral integrity concerns in Nigeria, stating that it is briefing United States officials on the situation while advocating possible sanctions if conditions worsen. The firm said it is engaged […]
Otti’s Aide Urges Journalists Objectivity, Press Freedom
By Our Correspondent National News – Pastor Caleb Ajagba, Chief of Staff to Abia State Governor Alex Otti, has urged journalists in Abia State to uphold objectivity in their reportage while strengthening press freedom during a meeting with the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Umuahia on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. […]
Reps Advance 50-Year Economic Plan Bill
By Our Correspondent National News – The House of Representatives has passed for second reading a bill proposing a 50-year national economic development plan for Nigeria spanning 2026 to 2076. The legislation, sponsored by Amobi Ogah, seeks to establish a long-term framework designed to guide economic policies across multiple administrations and reduce the frequent policy […]
Africa Key to Future Global AI Economy
By Our Correspondent National News – Elizabeth Jack-Rich, Chief Executive Officer of ELIN Group, has declared that Africa will play a central role in shaping the future of the global Artificial Intelligence economy. She made this known on April 25, 2026, during the UNLEASH Global Business Conference 2026 held at Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center […]
Osimhen Gets Support Amid Mercedes Dispute
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigerian football star Victor Osimhen has received widespread support from fans following reports of a legal dispute with Mercedes-Benz over an alleged unpaid car lease. The issue, reportedly filed in Milan by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Italia, claims the striker defaulted on payments tied to a Mercedes GLE hybrid SUV […]
Arsenal Hold Atletico to 1-1 Draw in UCL Semi-final
By Our Correspondent National News – Arsenal FC secured a crucial 1-1 away draw against Atlético Madrid in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final clash on April 29, 2026, at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid, Spain. The match featured Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman, who started for Atlético but failed to score despite […]
Mikel Rejects Fabregas, Backs Filipe Luis
By Our Correspondent National News – Former John Obi Mikel has dismissed Cesc Fàbregas as a leading contender for the Chelsea FC managerial position, instead endorsing Filipe Luís as the better option. Mikel made this known via his Obi One Podcast, as Chelsea continue their search for a new manager following the dismissal of Liam […]
Portable, Efe Clash Ahead Boxing Showdown
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigerian entertainers Portable and Carter Efe have reignited their rivalry with heated exchanges ahead of their celebrity boxing match at Chaos in the Ring 4, scheduled for May 1 at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos. The bout is part of a nine-fight card expected to draw global […]
ADC Disputes Will Strengthen Party – Chieftain
By Our Correspondent National News – A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress in Edo State, Fawaz Muhammad, has said ongoing disagreements within the party will ultimately strengthen its structure and unity. Speaking on Wednesday in Edo State, Muhammad, who is contesting for a seat in the State House of Assembly, explained that the internal […]
Airtel Targets 200 Women for Free Tech Training
By Our Correspondent National News – The Airtel Africa Foundation, in collaboration with Airtel Nigeria, has launched a free digital skills programme aimed at training 200 underserved young women in Ikorodu. The initiative, unveiled on Wednesday, is part of the DigiLeap Tech Drive designed to close the gender gap in technology and expand opportunities in […]