Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has revealed that Nigeria is set to earn up to $7 million daily from fertiliser exports within the next two years, making the Dangote Group a major player in Nigeria’s foreign exchange earnings. Dangote made the disclosure during a courtesy visit to Abubakar Dantsoho, the Managing Director of the Nigerian…
The Abia State Police Command has arrested a couple, Sunday Emebo (42) and Blessing Emebo (49), for allegedly running an illegal orphanage and engaging in child trafficking operations in Aba. According to a statement by the state’s Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Maureen Chinaka, the couple was apprehended on May 19, 2025, around 11:45 a.m.,…
Controversial Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has been deported from Saudi Arabia after being denied entry into Medina, effectively barring him from participating in the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. The Kaduna-based cleric confirmed the development on his official Facebook page on Monday, attributing the deportation to his political views, which he claimed may not align with…
ABUJA, Nigeria – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Tuesday for Lagos to continue activities marking the 50th anniversary of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), where he currently serves as Chairman. The ECOWAS Golden Jubilee celebrations, which commenced in Accra, Ghana, last month, will feature high-level events in Lagos, including…
ABUJA, Nigeria—The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has officially withdrawn the controversial bill to make voting compulsory for all eligible Nigerians. The Compulsory Voting Bill, which aimed to amend the Electoral Act 2022, was withdrawn on Monday following public backlash and legal concerns. The decision was confirmed in a statement issued by…
Nigeria’s solid minerals sector witnessed a major turnaround in 2024, attracting over $800 million in foreign and local investments, according to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake. The minister attributed the investment surge to bold mining reforms introduced by the Tinubu administration, which emphasize in-country value addition, strict licensing rules, and a…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has prophesied that three influential Nigerians — not just Peter Obi — will pose a major threat to President Bola Tinubu’s second-term ambition in the upcoming 2027 presidential election. In a statement released through his media aide, Oluwatosin Osho, on Sunday, Primate Ayodele revealed that…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has approved the relaxation of the curfew in the conflict-affected towns of Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin Osun, citing improved peace and stability in the region. The move comes just days before the Eid El Kabir celebrations, allowing residents more freedom to observe the Islamic festival. New Curfew Time Effective May…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has strongly denied allegations that its Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, held a clandestine meeting with a former and serving governor from the South-South region before their alleged defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). EFCC Reacts to Allegations by Atiku’s Spokesman The rebuttal follows claims made by Paul Ibe,…
The Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) is set to undergo a 30-day maintenance shutdown, sparking outrage among fuel marketers and host community stakeholders, Naija Blog Daily has learned. According to multiple reports, the refinery, which was recently revamped and resumed operations at 70% capacity, is facing internal strife as fuel retailers allege a sabotage plot…
