Nigeria’s total merchandise trade rose to N38.9 trillion in the third quarter of 2025, according to new figures released by the National Bureau of Statistics. Moreover, the data shows that the country’s external sector remains resilient despite the sharp downturn in agricultural exports. Merchandise Trade Gains Momentum in Q3 The NBS reported an 8.71% increase…
The Rivers State House of Assembly has criticised Governor Siminalayi Fubara over remarks he made during a road commissioning ceremony. Moreover, the lawmakers said the governor’s comments were unnecessary and capable of igniting new tension across the state. The Rivers Assembly reaction adds a fresh layer to the ongoing political standoff. Rivers Assembly Reaction: Lawmakers…
The Abia State Police Command has arrested three elderly Abia gun runners and recovered a cache of firearms during a targeted intelligence-led operation in Obingwa Local Government Area. Moreover, the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to stop illegal arms movement across the state. Identities of the Abia Gun Runners Revealed Police spokesperson DSP Maureen…
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named a 28-man Super Eagles squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Moreover, Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi and Stanley Nwabali headline the list. Chelle said the squad has the strength to compete in every match. Key Players Make the Super Eagles Squad Chelle included several…
Nigeria’s Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs started screening ambassadorial nominees on December 11, 2025. President Bola Tinubu sent the list to the Senate earlier. The committee, led by Senator Abubakar Sani Bello, focused on non-career diplomats first. Prominent Nominees Take the Stage The panel screened notable figures. Reno Omokri, a former presidential aide, appeared before…
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala celebrates her spot on Forbes’ 2025 list of the world’s most powerful women. She ranks 92nd in the annual ranking. This honor highlights her global influence. Her Remarkable Journey Okonjo-Iweala leads the World Trade Organization as Director-General. She took this role in March 2021. Moreover, she became the first woman and first African…
Fuji music legend KWAM1 faces rejection in his bid for the Awujale throne. The Fusengbuwa Ruling House denies his royal ties. This decision sparks debate in Ijebu-Ode, Nigeria. Background of the Succession The Awujale stool becomes vacant soon. Oba Sikiru Adetona reigns as the current king. Tradition rotates the throne among ruling houses. Now Fusengbuwa…
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a 30-year-old immigrant from El Salvador, celebrates a major legal victory. A federal judge mandates his immediate release from ICE custody. This decision ends months of wrongful detention. Background of the Case Garcia entered the United States illegally about 15 years ago. He built a life in Maryland for over a decade….
Prof. Joash Amupitan, the INEC chairman, voices serious worries about the voter register. He points out that officials have not cleaned it thoroughly since 2011. Consequently, names of deceased people remain on the list. For example, he mentions a prominent leader in Anambra who died 15 years ago. This person still appears in the register….
The government of Denmark has announced that it will ban social media for children below 15. This move comes as a result of a recent law that has been enacted in Australia, which prevents children below 16 from using social media. Also parents are able to provide access for 13 and 14-year-olds. The prohibition takes…
