Lagos govt issues urgent warning over flash floods, heavy rainfall
The Lagos State Government has issued a strong advisory to residents to remain on high alert as forecasts indicate the likelihood of intense rainfall and flash floods across several…
Over 100 feared dead in fresh Benue attack
At least 100 people are feared dead following an attack by armed invaders on Yelewata community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State in the early hours of…
Nigeria’s oil production falls to 1.45m bpd in May 2025 – NUPRC
Nigeria's oil production dropped to 1,452,941 barrels of oil per day (bpd) in May 2025. This is according to the latest crude oil and condensate production data released by the…
Agric ministry declares three-day prayer, fasting for food security
The federal ministry of agriculture and food security has declared a three-day fasting and prayer programme for divine intervention in the country’s agricultural sector. In an internal circular dated…
Nigeria condemns Israel’s attack on Iran, calls for immediate ceasefire
The federal government has condemned Israel’s “pre-emptive” strike on Iran which triggered an escalation of hostilities between the two countries. On Friday, Israel launched a fusillade of attacks targeting…
EFCC arraigns Sun Trust Bank MD, ED on $12m fraud charges
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Halima Buba, managing director (MD) and chief executive officer (CEO) of SunTrust Bank Ltd, over money laundering allegations. Buba was…
‘Go and die’, Wike tells critics of Tinubu, N39bn ICC renovation
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has fired at critics of the recently inaugurated Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, saying they lack good taste. Recall…
JUST IN: Lagos LCDA Chairman dies
The Oto-Awori Local Council Development Area, in Lagos State, has been thrown into mourning following the death of its Executive Chairman, Musibau Asafa. The deceased’s Chief Press Secretary, Bodunrin…
Israel attacks Iran, airstrikes kill military chiefs
Israel launched widescale strikes against Iran on Friday, saying it targeted nuclear facilities, ballistic missile factories and military commanders during the start of a prolonged operation to prevent Tehran from…
Fitch upgrades Wema Bank’s National Rating to A–(nga), outlook raised to positive
Global credit rating agency Fitch Ratings has upgraded Wema Bank’s National Long-Term Rating from BBB(nga) to A–(nga), reflecting improved financial stability and a stronger growth outlook for the bank.…
