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April 22, 2026

Tinubu Blames Nigeria’s Development Setbacks on Poor Long-Term Planning

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has blamed Nigeria’s persistent development challenges on the absence of coherent long-term planning by past administrations, arguing that short-term fiscal approaches have undermined sustainable growth.   Speaking on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja while receiving a delegation of Enugu State stakeholders led by Governor Peter Mbah, Tinubu... Read More
Africa News, Business, Politics
April 21, 2026

Nasarawa 2027: Top Executive Declares Governorship Ambition, Targets Economic Growth

Nasarawa 2027: Former National Leader Declares Governorship Ambition, Targets Economic Growth A governorship aspirant under the African Democratic Congress, Jibril Sabo Keana (JSK), has formally declared his intention to contest the 2027 Nasarawa State governorship election, unveiling a development-driven agenda focused on economic growth, security, and inclusive governance. Speaking at the ADC Secretariat in Keana,... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, World News
April 21, 2026

New York: Jimoh Ibrahim Presents Credentials, Assumes Role as Nigeria’s UN Envoy

New envoy outlines security priorities, backs reforms at global body By ifeoma Onyekachi Nigeria’s newly appointed Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Jimoh Ibrahim, has presented his letter of credence to UN Secretary-General António Guterres, formally assuming office. The credential ceremony, held at the United Nations Secretariat, confirms Ibrahim’s authority to represent Nigeria at the... Read More
Africa News, Business, Nigeria Capital, Politics, Trending
April 17, 2026

PRESIDENT TINUBU ASSENTS TO N68.32 Trillion 2026 APPROPRIATION BILL

Approves Extension of 2025 Budget Till June 2026   By Festus Fifen   Nigeria President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assented to the 2026 Appropriation Bill, which provides for an aggregate expenditure of ₦68.32 trillion. The President has also signed the bill extending the implementation period for the 2025 budget from March 31, 2026, to June... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, Business, Finance, Governance, Nigeria Capital, Nigeria News, Politics
April 16, 2026

Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to Peace Efforts in Sudan

  Nigeria has reiterated its diplomatic backing for a peaceful resolution of the crisis in Sudan, signalling renewed efforts to stabilise the region and deepen bilateral cooperation between both countries.   The assurance was given in Abuja by Amb. Dunoma Ahmed, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, during a meeting with Sudan’s Ambassador... Read More
Africa News, Business, community, Legal, Nigeria News, Politics
April 16, 2026

WHO: Measles Vaccination Prevents 20 Million Deaths in Africa, Coverage Gaps Persist

  A new continental review has revealed that millions of lives have been saved through sustained vaccination efforts in Africa, even as uneven coverage continues to threaten progress against preventable diseases.   The joint analysis by the World Health Organization and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance shows that measles immunisation alone has averted nearly 20 million... Read More
Africa News, Business, Defence, Health, Nigeria Capital
April 16, 2026

NESG Pushes Legislative Overhaul to Strengthen Nigeria’s Business Climate

    A fresh push for sweeping legislative reforms has emerged as the Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG) urged the National Assembly to revisit key economic laws to better align Nigeria’s regulatory framework with current business realities and investor expectations.   The call followed the unveiling of a policy brief in Abuja outlining priority legislative... Read More
Africa News, Business, Nigeria Capital
April 14, 2026

UN BACKS NIGERIA’S HOMEGROWN SOLUTIONS, URGES STRONGER SUPPORT FOR HUMANITARIAN RESPONSE

By ifeoma Onyekachi The United Nations has reiterated its backing for homegrown strategies in addressing Nigeria’s complex humanitarian and development challenges, emphasising the importance of locally driven responses in achieving sustainable impact.   According to UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric, the Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, recently concluded a visit to Nigeria, where she toured conflict-affected communities... Read More
Africa News, Business, community, Education, Health, Life, Nigeria Capital, Technology, World News
April 13, 2026

FG Moves to Stabilise Power Supply with Gas Monitoring Committee

By ifeoma Onyekachi       In a renewed push to tackle Nigeria’s chronic electricity shortages, the Federal Government has inaugurated a Gas-to-Power Monitoring Committee aimed at resolving persistent gas supply disruptions that have weakened power generation across the country. Unveiling the committee in Abuja, Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, described the initiative as a... Read More
Africa News, Business, community, Life, Technology
April 13, 2026

Trump Says ‘Not a Big Fan’ of Pope Leo XIV After Anti-War Appeal

By ifeoma Onyekachi     Tensions between the White House and the Vatican have escalated after US President Donald Trump publicly criticised Pope Leo XIV, following the pontiff’s renewed call for global peace.   Speaking to reporters on Sunday at Joint Base Andrews, Trump said he was “not a big fan” of the pope, describing... Read More
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