Air Peace Suspends Lagos–London Flight Over Technical Fault

Air Peace has announced a temporary disruption to its scheduled Lagos–London Gatwick service after a routine technical inspection detected a minor fault on the aircraft. The airline disclosed the development in a statement shared on its official X handle on Saturday. Fault Detected After Boarding According to the airline, engineers discovered the issue after passengers…

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Citizens Group Backs NNPCL-China Refinery Deal, Says It Could Boost Energy Security

The Nigeria Citizens Watch for Good Governance has described the Memorandum of Understanding signed between NNPCL and two Chinese firms as a major step toward improving Nigeria’s energy security and reducing dependence on imported fuel. The group said the agreement could transform Nigeria’s struggling refining sector if authorities implement it transparently and sustain political support….

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Nigeria, India Strengthen Bilateral Ties Ahead of BRICS, Africa Summit

Nigeria Reaffirms Partnership With India Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with India ahead of key international engagements scheduled for 2026. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Ahmed, made this known during a meeting with India’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Abhishek Singh, in Abuja. Focus on Trade,…

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Senate Approves ₦2.285tn FCT Budget for 2026

Lawmakers Back Spending Plan for Abuja Development The Senate of Nigeria has approved the 2026 Statutory Appropriation Bill for the Federal Capital Territory, with a total budget of ₦2.285 trillion. Lawmakers passed the bill after reviewing a harmonised report from both chambers of the National Assembly. Budget Breakdown Highlights Capital Projects Austin Akobundu presented the…

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Dangote Targets 20,000MW Power Project to Boost Africa’s Industrial Growth

Expansion Into Power Sector Announced Africa’s leading industrialist, Aliko Dangote, has announced plans to expand into the power sector. He aims to generate up to 20,000 megawatts of electricity across Africa. Dangote shared this vision during a meeting with Maktar Diop at the International Finance Corporation headquarters. The discussion focused on investment opportunities and Africa’s…

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