President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a massive ₦3.3 trillion payment plan aimed at clearing long-standing debts and restoring stability to Nigeria’s Power Sector. Clearing Decade-Long Power Sector Debts The payment plan is part of the Presidential Power Sector Financial Reforms Programme, designed to resolve legacy debts that have accumulated between 2015 and 2025. After…
Nigeria’s leading carrier, Air Peace, has unveiled plans to expand its international footprint with new direct flights from Gateway International Airport to London, marking a major boost for regional aviation and connectivity. A New International Gateway for Ogun State The announcement was made by Air Peace CEO Allen Onyema following an inspection of the newly…
Nigeria is set for a major infrastructure boost as the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) teams up with the World Bank to fund critical power and port projects across the country. New Funding Platform to Unlock Private Investment Speaking during a media briefing on NSIA’s 2025 financial performance in Abuja, Managing Director Aminu Umar-Sadiq revealed…
Telecommunications giant Bharti Airtel has reached a major global milestone, crossing 650 million mobile subscribers and officially emerging as the world’s second-largest telecom operator by customer base. Massive Growth Across Africa and Asia The milestone, confirmed using data from GSMA Intelligence, highlights Airtel’s rapid expansion across key markets in India and Africa. Bharti Airtel now…
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has announced plans to embark on a total and indefinite strike starting from 12:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The decision follows what the association described as the Federal Government’s move to halt the implementation of the Professional Allowance Table (PAT), a key component of doctors’ remuneration….
Football continues to be the most lucrative sport in the world, with elite players earning hundreds of millions annually through salaries, bonuses, endorsements, and business ventures. The Top 10 Highest-Paid Footballers in 2026 reflect a combination of on-field dominance and global brand power. According to Forbes’ latest 2025–2026 rankings, these top 10 highest-paid footballers collectively…
Nigerian relationship coach and social media personality Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has denied ever having stage 4 cancer, describing earlier claims as a “miscommunication.” The controversy began after reports circulated online suggesting she was battling advanced cancer, prompting emotional reactions and financial support from followers. However, in a recent clarification, Blessing CEO…
The Edo State Government has issued a licence for the construction of a 100-megawatt Independent Power Project (IPP). Marking a significant step toward improving electricity supply in the state. The approval was granted to CCETC–Ogua Energy Limited, with the State Commissioner for Power, Paul Usenbo, formally presenting the licence in Benin City. The project is…
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to transform Nigeria’s transport sector by inspecting Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion kits in Kano. Under the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicles (Pi-CNG & EV). Officials visited a warehouse containing part of the 100,000 conversion kits and cylinders designated for vehicles including tricycles, cars, and…
The Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria (BON) is set to host the second edition of the Nigeria Broadcasting Awards in Abuja, bringing together top players in the country’s media industry. The highly anticipated event will take place on April 8, 2026, at the NAF Conference Centre, with stakeholders across radio and television expected to attend. Organisers…
