Tinubu directs free rice distribution across 36 states and FCT to support Muslims and Christians observing Ramadan and Lent.

Tinubu will meet UK Prime Minister Starmer during historic state visit featuring royal reception, bilateral talks and agreements.

Governor of Bauchi, Bala Mohammed reportedly plans APC defection this week, negotiating conditions after meeting Tinubu, sparking disappointment within Makinde’s PDP camp.

Nigeria’s data protection regulator cautions creators against recording unsuspecting citizens for online content, citing constitutional and legal privacy protections.

President Tinubu praises Nduka Obaigbena’s Lekeelekee social media platform, urging support for African digital innovation and stronger protection for Nigeria’s media.

Lawyer and current affairs analyst, Maxwell Okpara, warns political defections and weak judicial enforcement threaten the Electoral Act.

National Publicity Secretary of the ADC, Bolaji Abdullahi expresses confidence the party will perform strongly in the 2027 elections.

ADC seeks court order restraining Senator Ireti Kingibe from parading herself as party member following suspension.

The Police Service Commission has promoted 13 Commissioners of Police to Assistant Inspectors-General after passing written and oral examinations.

President Tinubu approves fresh military equipment procurement as security forces intensify operations against insurgents and terrorist groups nationwide.

US President Donald Trump says preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons is more important than rising oil prices.

CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso says Nigeria’s reforms and policy buffers will help the economy withstand global shocks.

Bode George says PDP leaders will meet internally to resolve party crisis after Court of Appeal advised reconciliation.

Ini Ememobong says PDP reconciling rival factions, safeguarding opposition identity, and preparing viable candidates for 2027 elections.

Finance minister Wale Edun says Nigeria will not regulate petrol prices despite volatility in oil markets caused by Middle East war.

Dangote says continued petrol import licences could undermine his refinery and threaten Nigeria’s energy security despite local refining capacity.

Three PDP senators defect to APC, strengthening ruling party’s dominance and edging it closer to unilateral constitutional amendment power.

Spokesperson for Airline Operators of Nigeria, Professor Obiora Okonkwo, says airlines are absorbing soaring fuel costs, keeping flights running despite losses.

In win for Dangote, NMDPRA suspends new petrol import permits after Africa’s richest man’s refinery demonstrates capacity to meet Nigeria’s demand. 

Nigeria’s richest businessmen mantain global prominence as Dangote leads Africa, Rabiu’s fortune surges while Adenuga and Otedola remain listed on Forbes billionaire leaderboard.