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Nigerian military downplays soldiers' attacks on electricity companies, faults critical editorial

Nigeria, March 21 -- Despite two separate attacks on electricity workers in Lagos State by military personnel in quick succession, the Nigerian Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has expressed commitment to u... Read More


Rwanda vs Nigeria PREVIEW: Super Eagles seek to revive World Cup hopes in Kigali

Nigeria, March 21 -- As the 2026 FIFA World Cup race intensifies, Nigeria's Super Eagles will look to reignite their qualification hopes when they face Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Frida... Read More


First HoldCo records 25% oversubscription of rights issue

Nigeria, March 21 -- First HoldCo Plc said its recently concluded rights issue was oversubscribed by 25 per cent as it reported N187.6 billion in subscriptions from existing shareholders even though i... Read More


First HoldCo records,25% oversubscription of rights issue

Nigeria, March 21 -- First HoldCo Plc said its recently concluded rights issue was oversubscribed by 25 per cent as it reported N187.6 billion in subscriptions from existing shareholders even though i... Read More


US court awards $18m to Ghanaian investigative journalist Anas in libel case against ex-MP

Nigeria, March 21 -- A United States court has awarded Ghanaian investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas $18 million (£14 million) in damages, after a jury said he was defamed by former Ghanai... Read More


Ooni's ex-wife reacts to Oyo govt's withdrawal of criminal case against her, others

Nigeria, March 21 -- Naomi Silekunola, former queen of the Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has reacted to the Oyo State Government's decision to withdraw the 18-count criminal charges filed against her... Read More


Nigerian Breweries completes full acquisition of Distell Wines and Spirits

Nigeria, March 21 -- Nigerian Breweries, the local unit of Heineken N.V., bought a further 20 per cent stake in Distell Wines and Spirits Nigeria Limited, enabling it to take full ownership of the com... Read More


2025 Nigerian Idol: Organisers announce 10th edition, unveil Iyanya as judge

Nigeria, March 21 -- The organisers of Nigerian Idol have officially announced the return of the talent show for its 10th season on 20 April, with the theme "Your Voice, Your Victory." At a press con... Read More


Court grants bail to professor jailed for rigging election for APC

Nigeria, March 21 -- A High Court in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on Thursday granted bail to Ignatius Uduk, a Nigerian professor who was jailed for three years for election fraud. Mr Uduk, a professor of H... Read More


Rwanda vs Nigeria: What to expect from Super Eagles new coach

Nigeria, March 21 -- As Nigeria prepares to face Rwanda in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, all eyes are on new head coach Eric Chelle, who takes charge of the Super Eagles for the first time.... Read More