Thousands of Nigerians seeking American visas will soon have to follow a new application process after the United States announced a major overhaul of its visa operations across Africa. The U.S. Government said routine visa processing at its Embassy in Abuja will be suspended from August 1, 2026, as part of a continent-wide restructuring that … Read more
Fresh concerns have emerged over the welfare of healthcare workers at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abeokuta, as nurses allege they are battling unpaid salaries, shortages of essential medical supplies and deteriorating working conditions. The allegations were made in a statement issued on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, by the Elegant Nurses Forum (ENF), which claimed … Read more
The Osun State Government has accused the Nigeria Police Force of carrying out coordinated raids on the homes of top officials in Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration, alleging that security operatives invaded residences without search warrants, arrested occupants and targeted senior government figures in what it described as a politically motivated operation. In a statement issued … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has defended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) against allegations of partisanship, insisting that the electoral umpire remains impartial and has continued to provide a level playing field for all political parties. The President made the remarks on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, while receiving the leadership of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s determination to confront Nigeria’s security challenges, declaring that he remains committed to addressing the country’s problems despite inheriting numerous difficulties. The President made the remarks on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, while receiving the leadership of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, where … Read more
Africa’s leading financial policymakers, central bank officials and economic experts have converged on Abuja for a high-level forum focused on navigating rising global economic challenges and strengthening the continent’s resilience. The seventh edition of the African Emerging Markets Forum is currently underway at the headquarters of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), bringing together key … Read more
The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Esther Walson-Jack, has admitted that her office failed to carry out adequate checks before granting recruitment approvals linked to the controversial Presidential Economic Advisory Council/Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PEAC/PFIPC). Appearing before the House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee investigating the PFIPC controversy on Wednesday, July … Read more
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has sold at least 12 million barrels of spot crude oil to Asian refiners and trading firms at premium prices as renewed hostilities between the United States and Iran continue to tighten global oil supplies. The latest sales came through ADNOC’s seventh spot crude tender since June, with buyers … Read more
Oyo State Governor and the Allied People’s Movement (APM) presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, Seyi Makinde, is set to inaugurate the Party’s Oyo State Presidential and Governorship Campaign Council on Friday as preparations for the polls gather momentum. The inauguration ceremony will take place at the conference room of the Governor’s Office, where … Read more
Residents of Ibadan, Oyo State, are preparing for the annual Oloolu Masquerade festival following the release of the official movement schedule for the revered cultural procession across different parts of the ancient city. The Oloolu Masquerade is regarded as one of the most respected traditional symbols in Ibadanland and forms an important part of the … Read more