The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu actively listens to the citizens of Nigeria and takes their feedback into account before making necessary adjustments to government policies. Idris made these remarks in Abuja on Tuesday during a courtesy visit to the ministry by a delegation from the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, NIPSS, led by its Director-General, Prof. Ayo Omotayo. He emphasised that the Ministry of Information and National Orientation is not solely tasked with communicating government policies but also with relaying the opinions of citizens back to the…
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The qualifying matches for the fourth season of the 1xCup treated fans to loads of thrilling moments and unpredictable outcomes. Nigeria’s best amateur football clubs fought for their dreams and represented their communities with honour. The qualifiers determined the 24 strongest teams that will continue their quest for the 1xCup 2026 trophy and a N20 million prize pool. When, where and how: What you need to know about the group-stage draw On September 11 at 12:00 p.m., The Providence Hotel will host the draw ceremony for the group stage of the 1xCup 2026. Recommended The event will be attended by…
The Nigerian military have killed several suspected terrorists during air strikes on Yankuzo community in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The operation was carried out on Monday evening by security forces under Operation Fansan Yanma, according to counter-insurgency publication Zagazola Makama. Local sources said five military aircraft took part in the operation and attacked suspected terrorists in the community. Several fighters were reportedly killed, although the exact number of casualties was not immediately known. Recommended “Among those reportedly killed was a terrorist identified as Isiya Gurgu, said to be a close associate of a notorious bandit leader known…
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled an attack by suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists on a military base in Pulka, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. The attack reportedly occurred on Monday as the terrorists attempted to overrun the military base and disrupt security operations in the area. According to counter-insurgency publication Zagazola Makama, the troops received support from the Nigerian Air Force and the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF). The soldiers reportedly opened sustained fire on the attackers, forcing them to withdraw with casualties. Recommended The Nigerian Air Force also provided intelligence, surveillance and…
The Federal Government has moved the evaluation and authentication of academic certificates online, ending the need for applicants to visit the Federal Ministry of Education physically. The ministry announced the development in a statement issued on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, and signed by Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press and Public Relations. Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, said applicants can now complete the certificate evaluation and authentication process through the ministry’s dedicated online platform. “The initiative is a major step in the Federal Government’s digital transformation agenda and aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.” Alausa said. Recommended…
Kaduna State Government has stated that Governing Boards should provide policy direction and oversight but should not dabble into the day-to-day administration of their institutions. The Secretary to the State Government, Dr AbdulKadir Muázu Meyere who gave this general advice at the inauguration of the Governing Boards of four agencies, noted that ‘’a clear understanding of that distinction is the surest guarantee of a harmonious and productive tenure.’’ Dr Meyere inaugurated the Boards of Kaduna State Schools Quality Assurance Authority, Kaduna State Media Corporation, Kaduna State Scholarship and Loans Board and the Kaduna State Livestock Regulatory Authority. He further advised…
As Nigeria inches toward the 2027 general elections, one feature of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration deserves closer examination: the depth and diversity of the political communicators and spokesmen who have defended, explained and, at times, aggressively sold the administration’s narrative to the public. President Tinubu was inaugurated on May 29, 2023, meaning that; as of now, his administration has been in office for just over three years. In that period, the Presidency has solidified a communications ecosystem that is considerably broader than the conventional image of a president and a single spokesman. It includes ministers who double as political…
France Football, the organisers of the Ballon d’Or award, have officially released their shortlist of nominees for the 2026 edition. The lists were published on their website on Tuesday. PSG’s Ousmane Dembele is the current holder of the prize, having beaten Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal to it last year. This year’s Ballon d’Or will take place in London, UK on October 26. Recommended LIST OF NOMINEES Women’s Club of the Year: Barcelona Bayern Munich Club América Manchester City OL Lyonnes Men’s Club of the Year: Arsenal Bayern Munich Bodø/Glimt Flamengo Paris Saint-Germain More to follow… You may like
British singer and rapper Khyra Wilson, popularly known as Kwn, has clarified her ancestry, revealing that she is half-Nigerian and not Jamaican, as many people assume because of her music and cultural influences. Speaking on an episode of the Culture podcast, Kwn explained that her music is heavily influenced by Jamaican and Caribbean culture because of the environment in which she grew up. The ‘Worst Behaviour’ hitmaker said her father is Nigerian, while her mother is Irish. She, however, revealed that she has never visited Nigeria but expressed confidence that she would receive a warm reception whenever she eventually visits.…
Aliko Dangote, Chairman of Dangote Group, has detailed everything investors need to know about the Dangote Refinery Initial Public Offering, IPO, valued at N2.15 trillion, or $1.6 billion. DAILY POST reports that the Dangote Refinery IPO is barely a week away from opening on September 14, 2026. On Monday, the 700,000-barrel-per-day refinery held its Initial Public Offering signing ceremony in Lagos, with leading figures in Nigeria’s business ecosystem in attendance. In his speech at the Dangote Refinery IPO signing ceremony, the Chairman of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, said the firm’s proposed IPO has a minimum subscription requirement of 10 ordinary…