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Nigerian Senate President Godswill Akpabio has raised concerns over an acute shortage of charter aircraft ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during a plenary debate on aviation agreements, Akpabio warned that fleet deficits are already crippling campaign logistics across the political spectrum. Lawmakers are now pressing the Federal Government to overhaul support for domestic carriers to avert wider transport crises.
Nigeria's National Assembly is preparing to transmit the constitutional amendment bill for state police creation to President Bola Tinubu after securing approval from 28 state assemblies. Surpassing the two-thirds threshold required for constitutional change, the Sixth Alteration Bill marks a pivotal decentralization shift in the country's national security architecture.
The Basketball Africa League has barred Rwanda's military-backed team after the United States imposed sanctions over Kigali's role in the eastern DR Congo conflict. Washington's restrictions target Rwanda's defense apparatus over alleged support for M23 rebels, cutting short the country's high-profile continental sports push.
The Oyo State Police Command has intervened to resolve an escalating dispute between the widow and father of the late Nigerian gospel singer Toluwanisings. Following public arguments over his final resting place that ignited social media, both sides have signed a binding peace pact agreeing to cease all media confrontations.
The Confederation of African Football has released the full shortlist of nominees across men’s and women’s categories for the 2026 CAF Awards. With top contenders from Nigeria, Morocco, Cameroon, and Zambia vying for top honours, the continent's premier sporting gala is set to take place in Lagos this December.
Rising Nigerian artists Shoday and Mavin Records' Magixx deliver vibrant romantic energy on their collaborative single 'CHE'. The upbeat release weaves themes of affection, attraction, and devotion over infectious Afrobeats rhythms. Here is the official lyrical breakdown of the duo's latest musical offering.
Washington has announced plans to eject South Africa and Rwanda from the African Growth and Opportunity Act, citing governance and eligibility concerns. Set to take effect in January 2027, the move threatens billions in duty-free exports, dealing a major blow to key regional manufacturing and bilateral commerce.
Nigeria's Federal Government has reaffirmed its push toward achieving a $1 trillion economy by 2030, citing evidence-based policymaking as essential for progress. Minister of Budget and Economic Planning Abubakar Atiku Bagudu stressed that rigorous evaluation is vital to turning development ambitions into measurable outcomes. The strategy underpins President Bola Tinubu’s broader economic transformation agenda.
Sweeping operational reforms across Nigeria's ports have driven a 25 percent increase in exports over the past two years, according to Nigerian Ports Authority chief Abubakar Dantsoho. Speaking at the Annual World Ports Conference in London, Dantsoho noted substantial gains across non-oil sectors including agriculture and manufacturing, signaling steady momentum in the nation's trade diversification efforts.
