May 10, 2025 – Travel Desk In a major boost for Nigerian travellers, a valid Schengen visa now grants access to 27 European countries, making European travel easier and more affordable. Whether you’re heading abroad for tourism, business, education, or family visits, once you have a Schengen visa from any member state, you can freely…
In what appears to be another major political shift, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday hosted three prominent Senators from Kebbi State, all of whom are reportedly finalizing plans to defect from the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The lawmakers—Senator Adamu Aliero (Kebbi Central), Senator Yahaya Abubakar Abdullahi…
In the ongoing money laundering trial involving former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, the Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed June 26 for a crucial ruling on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) application to cross-examine its own witness, Nicholas Ojehomon. The presiding judge, Justice Emeka Nwite, announced the date after hearing legal…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has inaugurated a newly completed Accident and Emergency Centre at the Federal Medical Centre in Epe, marking a major milestone in emergency healthcare delivery in the region. The world-class facility, donated by Custodian Foundation, is the first of its kind in Epe and is equipped to handle trauma and life-threatening…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday welcomed a high-level delegation from the State of Qatar, led by a special envoy of the Qatari Amir, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The Qatari delegation, which arrived shortly after Jumaat prayers, was headed by Abdulla Saad Al Rumaihi and included notable figures such as Mohammed Bin Thamer…
By Naija Blog Daily – May 8, 2025 | Economy | Public Finance The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has confirmed that Nigeria has fully repaid the $3.4 billion pandemic loan received in April 2020 under the Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI). The loan was part of emergency support during the peak of the COVID-19 economic crisis…
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has officially endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as its presidential candidate for the 2027 election. The announcement was made by Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State on Thursday during President Tinubu’s working visit to the state. The event took place at Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka, drawing notable party…
The Labour Party (LP) has suspended six top-ranking members, including Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti, Senator Darlington Nwokocha, and Senator Ireti Kingibe, over alleged anti-party activities. This move follows the recommendations of a five-member disciplinary panel set up by the party’s National Executive Council (NEC) on May 2, 2025. In an official statement released…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a comprehensive review of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program, with plans to establish specialized Teachers’ Corps and Medical Corps to better address national development needs. This move comes amid growing concerns over the safety of corps members, outdated infrastructure, and the continued relevance of the NYSC…
Derin Phillips, an aspirant for the Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area (LCDA) chairmanship seat under the All Progressives Congress (APC), has pledged to champion technology, education, and transparent governance as part of his vision to transform the community. In a statement released on Tuesday, Phillips unveiled his five-point agenda, branded FAITH, aimed at addressing key…
