Nigeria is positioning itself as a top destination for investment, according to Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima. He said the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are creating new opportunities for international investors and business partnerships. “There is no better time to invest in Nigeria,” Shettima told a delegation from Advanced Energy Partners,…
Former Minister of Youth and Sports, Solomon Dalung, said Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup reflects deep-seated Nigeria corruption. Speaking on Monday in Abuja, Dalung explained that decades of mismanagement and entrenched interests have weakened the country’s football development. He said Nigeria’s loss to DR Congo exposes problems that officials ignored…
With a potential World Cup spot on the line, Nigeria and DR Congo were eager to make a strong start in the playoff final. The Super Eagles advanced to the final after defeating Gabon 4-1 in the semi-finals, while DR Congo stunned Cameroon with a late goal to secure their berth. The winner of this…
DR Congo booked their place in the CAF World Cup qualifying play-off final after a narrow 1-0 win over Cameroon on Thursday. Additionally, the victory sets up a high-stakes clash with Nigeria in the next stage. Chancel Mbemba scores decisive goal In a tightly contested match, both teams created chances but struggled to break the…
Former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has urged Nigerian editors to lead the charge in rebuilding the country’s moral and ethical foundation, saying Nigeria needs a moral rebirth, not excuses. Speaking at the Nigerian Guild of Editors’ Annual Conference in Abuja, themed “Reclaiming Our Nation’s Dignity,” Obi blamed Nigeria’s problems…
Nigeria have booked their spot in the final round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African play-offs after defeating Gabon 4-1 in extra time. Chidera Ejuke and Victor Osimhen scored in the first half of extra time after the game ended 1-1 in Rabat. Osimhen ripped off his face mask and shirt in celebration —…
Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 Northern states and the FCT, Reverend John Joseph Hayab, has described the Christian killings in Nigeria as genocide. He said denying the persecution of Christians is unjust to victims and their families. He called on Nigerians to embrace dialogue and admit the problem as…
Prince Nduka Obaigbena, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of THISDAY Media Group and ARISE News Channel, has cautioned that Nigeria risks losing its voice in global media due to the rising influence of artificial intelligence and foreign dominance in digital content and distribution. Speaking at the 21st All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) 2025 in Abuja, Obaigbena highlighted…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerian editors to maintain professionalism, fairness, and national interest in their reporting. Speaking at the 2025 All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) in Abuja, he described the media as a cornerstone of democracy and national cohesion. “Freedom secured through struggle is not self-sustaining. It requires constant vigilance and responsible…
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has urged stronger collaboration between state governments and Nigerians in the diaspora. This partnership aims to drive sustainable development and inclusive growth. The call came during the 8th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS) in Abuja. The summit, themed “Fast-Tracking Regional and National Development by Mobilising Diaspora Investment,” gathered government officials,…
