Nigeria needs $23bn to expand electricity access to 143,000 communities as power shortage continues to hinder economic growth, says REA.

Nigeria’s external reserves rise to $50.45 billion, highest in 13 years, strengthening buffers for imports, debt servicing and currency stability.

Education Minister Maruf Alausa says students without NERD verification may be barred from NYSC as Nigeria tightens academic records.

High Court in Ilorin convicts two men for kidnapping, armed robbery and firearms offences, sentencing them to death.

Arise news analyst, Dayo Sobowale, has blamed poor planning and inadequate preparation for the disruption surrounding the recently introduced airport access policy, stating that the lapses in implementation forced President

NDLEA says court discharge in separate case does not affect ongoing drug trafficking trial against suspended DCP Abba Kyari.

The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission has cleared former NaFAA chief Emma Glassco of wrongdoing in handling World Bank funds.

Federal High Court acquits suspended DCP Abba Kyari of 23-count NDLEA asset declaration charges.

Maritime analyst Matt Wright says Iranian threats and vessel attacks continue to discourage ships from passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

National Chairman, Inter-Party Advisory Council, Yusuf Dantalle, tags mandatory E-registration of parties an “aberration to democracy”.

National Chairman of APGA Ezeokenwa warns Section 77 of the Electoral Act threatens party autonomy, limiting member participation and internal democracy.

US Embassy in Abuja suspends routine services till March 9 over potential protests, reschedules visa and citizen service appointments for next week.

Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai invokes constitutional right to remain silent, pledging to address ICPC allegations only in court.

DICON-D7G plans Lagos military jetty to boost local arms production, create thousands of jobs, and strengthen defence logistics.

Annual Awolowo Memorial Lecture on March 6 will explore ethical leadership, governance, and social transformation in Nigeria and Africa.

Two men convicted for producing and distributing counterfeit alcoholic beverages in Lagos, receiving a combined 40-year prison sentence.

Bayelsa Governor Diri rejects special seats, while Patience Jonathan urges structural support for women’s full participation in politics.

Prominent Nigerians celebrated Professor Biodun Jeyifo’s life, highlighting his scholarship, Marxist ideals, and foundational role in ASUU’s growth.

President Tinubu approves final four-year term for Prof. Ayo Omotayo, continuing leadership at NIPSS, Kuru.

Attorney General Fagbemi opposes Human Rights Defenders Bill, backs NHRC amendment but raises concerns over compliance and funding clauses.