Gbenga Daniel Attacks Abiodun Over Ogun Projects
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Ogun State governor and senator representing Ogun East, Gbenga Daniel, has criticised Governor Dapo Abiodun over alleged poor development in Ijebu land and the loss of the Dangote refinery project to Lagos State. Daniel made the remarks on Tuesday during a midterm assessment and empowerment programme held in […]
FG Unveils Mass Housing Ownership Plan
By Our Correspondent National News – The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a new housing roadmap before the end of May 2026 to boost affordable home ownership and accelerate nationwide housing delivery through Public-Private Partnerships. The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Muttaqha Darma, disclosed this during the second Renewed Hope Housing PPP […]
Most Colleges Now Offer NCE, Degree — Minister
By Our Correspondent National News – The Federal Government has revealed that most federal colleges of education in Nigeria now operate a dual-mandate system that allows students to graduate with both the Nigeria Certificate in Education and a Bachelor of Education degree. The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, disclosed this during an interview on Channels […]
2027: Ganduje, Gwarzo Meet Shettima
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Kano State Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, ex-Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development Abdullahi Tijjani Gwarzo, and Vice President Kashim Shettima held a closed-door political meeting in Abuja on Tuesday as consultations ahead of the 2027 general elections continue within the ruling All Progressives Congress. The meeting, which […]
N’Assembly Moves to Strengthen Nigeria’s Data Protection Laws
By Our Correspondent National News – The National Assembly has begun plans to review Nigeria’s National Data Protection Act 2023 as cyber threats, digital fraud and privacy concerns continue to rise across the country. The move was announced on Tuesday during a three-day Data Protection Awareness Workshop held in Abuja for members of the Joint […]
US-Iran War Costs Hit $29bn
By Our Correspondent National News – The United States government has disclosed that the ongoing conflict with Iran has now cost nearly $29 billion, according to Pentagon officials during a budget hearing held on Tuesday in Washington. The revelation came as President Donald Trump faces increasing criticism over the rising military expenses, weapons depletion and […]
Alex Ekubo Dies at 40
By Our Correspondent National News – Popular Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo has died at the age of 40, sparking grief across Nigeria’s entertainment industry. The actor’s death was confirmed on Tuesday by colleagues including Funke Akindele, Bolanle Ninalowo and Godwin Nnadiekwe. As of the time of filing this report, Ekubo’s family had yet to release […]
Galatasaray Yet to Decide Osimhen’s Transfer Future
By Our Correspondent National News – Galatasaray have not made any formal decision on Victor Osimhen’s future despite ongoing transfer speculation linking the Nigerian striker to a possible summer exit from the Turkish Super Lig champions. The club’s vice-president Abdullah Kavukcu stated that no meetings or offers have been held regarding the Super Eagles forward, […]
Akor Adams Boosts Sevilla Survival Hopes
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigerian striker Akor Adams has boosted Sevilla’s La Liga survival hopes after scoring a decisive late winner against Espanyol, as the Spanish side continues its relegation battle with only three matches left in the 2025/2026 season. The match, played on Sunday at the Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán in Seville, […]
Women Surpass Men in Higher Education Globally
By Our Correspondent National News – UNESCO has revealed that women now outnumber men in higher education worldwide, according to its latest global higher education trends report released on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. The report shows 114 women enrolled for every 100 men in 2024, marking global gender parity progress but persistent gaps in sub-Saharan […]