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Electricity consumers across Nigeria paid a total of 196.68 billion naira for electricity in February 2026, despite continued complaints of poor and unstable electricity supply, latest data from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has revealed. The figure represents a decline of 3.9% from the 204.75 billion naira collected by electricity distribution companies (DisCos) in January, indicating a decline in …

President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to confirm the nominations of Sola Enikanolaiye as foreign minister, and Joseph Tegbe as Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Tinubu’s request, which was read out by Senate President Insha Allah Akpabio during the plenary session on Tuesday, was conveyed in a separate letter addressed to the Senate. Citing Article 147(2) of …

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has called on All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirants in Ogun State to respect local government zoning agreements and embrace consensus building as the party prepares for the next elections. The governor made the appeal during a strategic meeting in Abeokuta with aspirants to the House of Representatives and the House of Assembly, along with …

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced plans to implement the third phase of continuous voter registration (CVR) from May 11 to June 10, 2026. Mohammed Haruna, INEC national commissioner and chairman of the voter information and education committee, who announced this on Tuesday said the date was due to adjustments to the schedule of key election activities. According …

By Victor Osula, Abuja A Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Abuja has awarded ₦100 million in damages against the Incorporated Trustees of the Socio-Economic Rights and Responsibilities Project, following a defamation suit brought by two officers of the Department of State Services over allegations relating to an alleged “invasion” of SERAP’s Abuja office in September 2024. In pronouncing …

Arsenal have clinched a place in the UEFA Champions League final after beating Atletico Madrid 1-0 in the second leg of their semi-final tie at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night. After drawing 1-1 in the first leg in Spain, the Gunners needed a win to improve their performance, and Bukayo Saka’s goal in the 44th minute was more than …

University life is often seen as one of the most exciting phases in a student’s life. It is a time full of new experiences, responsibilities and opportunities that contribute to personal and academic development. However, beyond the excitement, campus life also has its realities. At the heart of campus life is academic work. Students attend classes, conduct research, and meet …

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has announced the adjustment of the date of its 2026 primary election activities ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party also announced a downward review of nomination form fees, following extensive consultations with party leaders, candidates and stakeholders across the country. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by national publicity secretary …

Zekari Umoru, one of the defendants in the ongoing trial of six people accused of plotting a coup against President Bola Tinubu’s government, said Tuesday that he was deceived by his co-suspects. Umoru, an employee of Julius Berger Nigeria Plc in the maintenance department of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, made the request in a video shown before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik …

Investors in the Nigerian equity market lost N906 billion at the close of trading on Tuesday. This follows the fall in the prices of shares such as Guinness, Union Dicon and Aiico, among others, on the stock exchange floor. The benchmark All-Share Index (ASI) fell to 241,750.15 points from 243,158.97 points on the previous trading day. After five hours of …