Forbes Names Okonjo-Iweala, Mo Abudu Among World’s Most Powerful Women for 2025
Forbes list 2025 features Nigerian leaders Okonjo-Iweala and Mo Abudu for their global impact. Okonjo-Iweala recognised for steering global trade and driving economic reforms worldwide. Mo Abudu honoured for reshaping…
Fact File: Things to Know About Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo
Bayelsa Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, died on 11 December 2025 after collapsing in his Yenagoa office. The 60-year-old politician was one of Bayelsa’s most educated public officials, holding multiple…
How Bayelsa’s Deputy Governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo Died
Bayelsa Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, died on Thursday after collapsing in his office in Yenagoa. He was rushed to the Federal Medical Centre, where doctors battled unsuccessfully to revive…
US Seizes Nigerian-Owned Supertanker Over Alleged Crude Oil Theft and Piracy
US Coast Guard and Navy seized Nigerian-owned VLCC Skipper over crude theft and piracy allegations. Tanker illegally flew the Guyanese flag, confirmed by Guyana’s MARAD. Authorities are investigating claims of…
‘You Can’t Shut Me Down’ — Oshiomhole, Ndume Clash During Reno Omokri’s Ambassadorial Screening
Oshiomhole–Ndume clash erupts during Reno Omokri screening. Senator Oshiomhole insists lawmakers who weren’t governors must “listen.” Senate applies “bow and go” tradition for top nominees. Some senators oppose Omokri’s nomination,…
FULL LIST: Super Eagles Release Final 28-Man Squad for AFCON 2025
Super Eagles AFCON 2025 squad includes top stars Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman. Head coach Eric Chelle mixes experienced players with exciting new call-ups. Stanley Nwabali leads the goalkeeping department…
Cost of 5kg Cooking Gas Jumps to N8,081 in October — NBS
NBS: 5kg cooking gas price rises 26% to N8,081 in October Borno, Yobe, Ondo record highest prices; Bauchi the lowest 12.5kg cylinder price climbs to N18,636 amid PENGASSAN strike The…
Dangote Launches Historic N1trn Scholarship Scheme for 1.3m Nigerian Students
Dangote announces N1trn scholarship for 1.3m students nationwide FG hails initiative as Nigeria’s biggest private-sector education intervention Scheme offers STEM, technical and girls’ scholarships from 2026 Africa’s richest man and…
BREAKING: Senate Clears Omokri, Fani-Kayode as Ambassadors
Senate clears Reno Omokri despite earlier objections and controversy. Femi Fani-Kayode cleared with traditional “bow and go” privilege. Senate says privilege reserved for those with verifiable public service records. Screening…
JUST IN: Bayelsa Deputy Governor Ewhrudjakpo Dies at 60
• Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo collapses in office, later dies in hospital • Rushed to Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa, but could not be revived • Served as Bayelsa Deputy Governor since…
