In a significant milestone for international economic cooperation, Nigeria has officially joined the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), signaling a new chapter in its pursuit of sustainable development, private sector expansion, and...

In a move that signals a major shift in its immigration policy, the United Kingdom has introduced stricter visa rules for Nigerian nationals, aiming to significantly reduce migration and reinforce border controls. The decision,...

In a strong reaffirmation of Nigeria’s democratic journey, former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (retd.), has publicly declared that military rule must never return to Nigeria, regardless of the perceived imperfections in democratic...

Northern Nigeria is facing a deepening food security crisis as climate change continues to shrink water availability for crops, disrupting farming patterns and threatening the livelihoods of millions. According to food security experts and...

Nigeria’s crude oil production surged to 1.486 million barrels per day (bpd) in April 2025, according to new data from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). This figure represents the highest output the...

In a major policy shift, the United Kingdom has announced it will end the recruitment of foreign care workers, a decision that could have far-reaching implications for thousands of Nigerians and other foreign nationals...

In a strategic move to foster legal migration and open new pathways for African professionals, a prominent U.S.-based immigration law firm has officially launched operations in Nigeria. This development marks a significant shift in...

In a historic moment for East African cinema, Tanzanian filmmakers Kefa Igilo and Jerryson Onasaa clinched the Best Unscripted Series award at the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) held in Lagos, Nigeria....

Global cocoa prices have experienced a dramatic increase, climbing from approximately $2,200 per ton in 2022 to nearly $11,000 by late 2024. This surge is largely attributed to decreased outputs from top producers like...

In a period marked by economic uncertainty and volatile market conditions, Nigeria’s pension industry recorded steady performance in April 2025, offering hope to over 10 million Retirement Savings Account (RSA) holders. Despite challenges in...

In a significant financial milestone, Nigeria has completed the repayment of its $3.4 billion loan obtained from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The loan, disbursed...

Nigeria is currently grappling with a devastating agricultural crisis as an outbreak of a crop disease popularly known as “Tomato Ebola” has led to the destruction of thousands of hectares of tomato farms across...

In a major breakthrough for transnational crime control, Nigerian security agencies have arrested two international fugitives linked to organized crime and human trafficking networks across Europe. One of the suspects, a Nigerian national, was...

In a move seen as a relief to millions of Nigerians grappling with high inflation and economic uncertainty, the Nigerian Senate has officially rejected a proposal to increase the Value Added Tax (VAT) from...

In a development that has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s digital and tech communities, Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has threatened to suspend its operations in Nigeria following a $290...