Atiku Challenges Tinubu Over $20bn Chagoury-Linked Projects
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Bola Tinubu to provide explanations forquestions raised by The Economist concerning approximately $20 billion worth of projects linked toLebanese-Nigerian businessman Gilbert Chagoury, a long-time associate of the president. In a statement issued on Monday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, PhrankShaibu, Atiku said the report…
Makinde Vows Not to Be Political Godfather to Successor
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has declared that he will not become a political godfather who seeksto control or dictate to his successor after leaving office in 2027.The governor made the statement on Monday while hosting members of the Muslim community at aHijrah 1448 luncheon held at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Agodi, Ibadan. Makinde,…
EU Denies Pulling Out of Nigeria’s 2027 Election Observation
The European Union Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS has denied reports that it is withdrawing fromobserving Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, clarifying that it will instead deploy an Electoral ExpertMission (EEM).In a statement issued on Monday and signed by EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS Gautier Mignot,the delegation expressed surprise at media reports claiming it had…
Nigerian Army Colonel Accused Of Coup Plot Breaks Silence
A Nigerian Army Colonel, Mohammed Ma’aji, accused of involvement in an alleged plot to overthrow the government of President Bola Tinubu, has said his actions were driven by patriotism and frustration over what he described as worsening conditions in the country. His explanations were contained in fresh court records which provided new details about how…
Geregu Power Plc Defaults On N40Bn Bond Payment
Geregu Power Plc has missed a scheduled payment on its N40.09 billion bond obligations, heightening investor concerns over the financial position of the power Generation Company (Genco), less than a year after the change of leadership at the organisation. Specifically, the default, disclosed in an updated listing status by FMDQ Securities Exchange, occurred about eight…
Nuprc Records 97% Domestic Crude Supply Obligation
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission has released the Q2 2026 statistics on the enforcement of the Domestic Crude Supply Obligation in accordance with the provisions of the Petroleum Industry Act. NUPRC says a total of 53.7 million barrels of crude oil and condensate were supplied to local refiners between April and June, showing an…
Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ Ball Set for $10m US Auction
The soccer ball used by Diego Maradona to score his infamous “Hand of God” goal against England inthe 1986 World Cup is expected to sell for $10 million at a US auction later this month.Heritage Auctions, based in Texas, will offer the official 1986 World Cup match ball during its SummerPlatinum Night Sports Auction from…
Nigerians Priced Out of Decent Living – Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused the Tinubu administration of worsening Nigerians’purchasing power, stating that the latest Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Household Expectations Surveyshows families are increasingly unable to afford homes, cars and basic household assets.In a statement issued on Saturday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, PhrankShaibu, Atiku said the…
Kidjo Set to Become First African Musician Honoured on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Grammy-winning Beninese singer Angélique Kidjo is set to become the first African musician and thefirst Black African performer to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.The five-time Grammy Award winner will unveil the 2,854th star in the Recording category on August18, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. PT at 7011 Hollywood Boulevard, across from the…
Premier League Clubs Race Toward September 1 Transfer Deadline
Premier League clubs are intensifying their efforts as the summer transfer window approaches its closeon Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 23:00 BST.The window officially opened on Monday, June 15, 2026, giving clubs more than two and a half monthsto strengthen their squads for the 2026/27 season, which is scheduled to begin on Saturday, August 22.This…
