By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Senate has warned that Nigeria could review its diplomatic relations with South Africa if renewed xenophobic attacks against Nigerians persist, even as it ordered a fresh investigation into the reported targeting of Nigerian citizens and businesses The resolution was adopted on Tuesday, 7 July, 2026 during plenary following a motion sponsored by Senator Asuquo Ekpeyong, who drew the attention of the Red Chamber to the June 30, 2026 ultimatum allegedly issued to Nigerians residing in South Africa, describing it as a serious threat to their lives, businesses and means of livelihood. The debate came against…
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By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Federal Government says Nigeria has successfully averted an economic collapse and is now on the path to macroeconomic stability following sweeping fiscal and economic reforms introduced by the administration of President Bola Tinubu. The position was contained in a statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant on Communications and Press Secretary to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Maryann Duke, after the Minister, Wale Edun, addressed participants at the Nigeria Employers’ Summit 2026 organised by the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) in Abuja. During the summit, the minister said the reforms…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday inaugurated the Presidential Working Group on the National Policing Bill to prepare the legal framework for the implementation of state police across the country. President Tinubu, represented by his Chief of Staff, Mr Femi Gbajabiamila, inaugurated the panel at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The inauguration followed the National Assembly’s passage of the Constitution Alteration (State Police) Bill, 2026, in which the President proposes a dual policing structure comprising the Federal Police Service and 36 State Police Services. The President said that while the constitutional amendment creates the framework for state police, the National Policing…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday, 7 July, 2026, tasked the leadership of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to intensify efforts to mobilise and deploy the continent’s vast human, financial and natural resources for the collective economic advancement of Africans, stressing that Africa’s drive to industrialisation cannot remain a subject of theoretical discussion. President Tinubu stated this during a visit by a delegation from Afrieximbank, led by its President and Chairman of the Board, Dr George Elombi, to the State House, Abuja. The President said his administration’s recent economic reforms, such as ending the fuel subsidy and tackling multiple exchange…
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced that more than 136 million Nigerians and legal residents have been enrolled into the National Identity Database (NIDB), marking a significant milestone in the country’s drive towards a unified and secure digital identity system. The disclosure was made by the Director-General of NIMC, Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, during a courtesy visit to the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning as part of the Commission’s stakeholder engagement on the implementation of the newly enacted NIMC Act 2026. According to the Commission, the new legislation repeals the National Identity Management Commission Act of 2007…
A consultant cardiac surgeon, Prof. Martin Aghaji, has been released on bail by the Department of State Services (DSS) following his arrest over an alleged economic crime. The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) disclosed this in a statement issued by the Chairman of its Lagos State branch, Babajide Kehinde Saheed, who confirmed that the renowned surgeon was arrested by DSS operatives at his residence in Enugu on Thursday, 2July, 2026, before being flown to the DSS Lagos State Command for interrogation. According to the association, the Director of the DSS Lagos State Command informed the Lagos NMA leadership of the arrest…
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, on Monday, 6 July, 2026, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to providing sustained support to security agencies operating in the state, pledging continued investment in logistics, infrastructure and institutional backing to enhance their operational effectiveness. Fubara made the pledge during the grand finale of the 163rd Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2026 held at the General Yakubu Gowon Stadium, Elekahia, Port Harcourt. The governor said his administration recognised the critical role of the armed forces and other security agencies in safeguarding lives, property and national unity, stressing that his government would continue to provide every…
The Government of India has awarded fully funded scholarships to 40 Nigerian students under the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) programme, with the beneficiaries urged to become catalysts for stronger diplomatic, educational and cultural ties between Nigeria and India. Speaking at a sent-forth ceremony in Abuja, India’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ambassador Abhishek Singh, described the scholarship recipients as representatives of both nations who have a unique opportunity to build lasting connections through academic excellence and cultural understanding. He said the award was more than financial support for higher education, noting that it reflected India’s confidence in the ability…
Big technology companies have come under the radar of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) following allegations of anti-competitive practices, unlawful exploitation of news content, and other potentially unfair market conduct. Also to be investigated are Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) platforms operating in Nigeria. This is sequel to a directive from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR to FCCPC to look into a joint petition submitted to the Presidency by the Nigerian Press Organisation (NPO). The NPO comprises the Newspaper Proprietors’ Association of Nigeria (NPAN), the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria (BON), and the…
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has declared that security remains the bedrock of national prosperity, stressing that no society can achieve sustainable development without peace, stability and the sacrifices of its armed forces. Speaking at the gala night of the 2026 Nigerian Army Day Celebration in Port Harcourt on Sunday, the governor commended the Nigerian Army for its commitment to protecting Nigeria’s territorial integrity and preserving peace despite evolving security threats. Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Dagogo Wokoma, Fubara said the nation’s economic and democratic progress depended largely on the courage and professionalism of military…