Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Peace, Unity as Muslim World League Holds Abuja Security Summit

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to peaceful coexistence, religious harmony and national unity as the Muslim World League, in collaboration with the Jama’atu Izalatil Bidiah Wa Iqamatus Sunnah (JIBWIS), holds an international security conference in Abuja. The conference, scheduled for Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference... Read More

Africa News

August 11, 2026

2027: Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, Makinde Set for August 18 Summit as G100 Pushes Opposition Unity

The G100, a coalition of concerned Nigerians, has concluded the first phase of consultations with leaders of six opposition parties as part of efforts to build a united political front ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued on Monday and signed by Salihu Moh. Lukman, the group said it had consulted key... Read More

Africa News

August 11, 2026

Coup Plot: Colonel Ma’aji Breaks Silence, Cites Patriotism, Frustration

Nigerian Army Colonel Mohammed Ma’aji, accused of involvement in an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, has attributed his actions to what he described as patriotism, frustration and concerns over the worsening conditions in the country. Ma’aji, in a statement made available on Monday, apologised for his alleged involvement and appealed to... Read More

Africa News

August 11, 2026

2027: Atiku, Obi, Makinde, Others Begin Talks on Opposition Alliance Against Tinubu

Presidential candidates and opposition leaders, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, Donald Duke, Adebayo Adewole Ebenezer and Sandy Onor, have commenced fresh consultations on plans to forge a common political front against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general... Read More

Africa News

August 11, 2026

Petrol Price Drops Again as Filling Stations Slash Pump Prices

Filling stations across Nigeria have again reduced the pump price of petrol following a fresh price cut by the Dangote Refinery. A market survey on Monday showed that MRS filling stations in Abuja and its environs reduced their petrol price to N1,210 per litre, from N1,260, representing a N50 reduction per litre. Similarly, AA Rano... Read More

Africa News

August 10, 2026

Geregu Power Defaults on N40.09bn Bond as Revenue Plunges 79%

ABUJA – Geregu Power Plc has defaulted on a N40.09 billion bond obligation as a sharp decline in electricity generation and revenue, linked to an extensive turbine overhaul, puts pressure on the company’s ability to service its debt. The power producer failed to make the eighth semi-annual coupon payment and fourth scheduled bullet principal repayment... Read More

Africa News

August 10, 2026

Nigeria’s Debt Hits N159.27tn as Borrowing Rises by N14.6tn in One Year

Nigeria’s total public debt has risen to N159.27 trillion, representing a N14.6 trillion increase in one year, as the federal and state governments continue to borrow to finance infrastructure, public services and other government programmes. The latest figures from the Debt Management Office (DMO) show that the country’s debt stock increased from N144.67 trillion in... Read More

Africa News

August 10, 2026

Tinubu Urges Clerics to Speak Out Against Terrorism, Kidnapping, Banditry

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged religious and spiritual leaders in Nigeria, Africa and beyond to speak out against terrorism, kidnapping, banditry and the misuse of religion to justify violence. The President said genuine religious service could never be advanced through the destruction of innocent lives. Tinubu made the call on Sunday in Kano in... Read More

Africa News

August 10, 2026

Why West Africa Must Govern Its Way to Peace

By Anyebe, Vice President, Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) West Africa has been battling insecurity for decades, yet the region remains trapped in a cycle of violence. Extremist groups regroup after military defeats, criminal networks adapt faster than governments, and communities liberated through force often relapse into instability. The uncomfortable truth is... Read More

Africa News

August 10, 2026

INEC Extends Deadline for State Election Nominations to August 11

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for political parties to submit the list of candidates for the 2027 governorship and State House of Assembly elections to August 11, 2026. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Haruna, announced the extension in a statement issued in... Read More

Africa News

Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Peace, Unity as Muslim World League Holds Abuja Security Summit

2027: Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, Makinde Set for August 18 Summit as G100 Pushes Opposition Unity

Coup Plot: Colonel Ma’aji Breaks Silence, Cites Patriotism, Frustration

2027: Atiku, Obi, Makinde, Others Begin Talks on Opposition Alliance Against Tinubu

Petrol Price Drops Again as Filling Stations Slash Pump Prices

Geregu Power Defaults on N40.09bn Bond as Revenue Plunges 79%

Nigeria’s Debt Hits N159.27tn as Borrowing Rises by N14.6tn in One Year

Tinubu Urges Clerics to Speak Out Against Terrorism, Kidnapping, Banditry

Why West Africa Must Govern Its Way to Peace

INEC Extends Deadline for State Election Nominations to August 11

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