Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

The United States and the Federal Republic of Nigeria have signed a historic five-year, $5.1 billion bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking one of the most significant health partnerships between the two nations to date. The agreement advances the America First Global Health Strategy while reinforcing Nigeria’s healthcare system, saving lives, and strengthening global and U.S. health security. Under the MOU, the United States intends to provide $2.1 billion in health assistance, while Nigeria has committed $3.0 billion in new domestic health spending over the five-year period. This represents the largest co-investment by any country under the America…

American hip‑hop legend, Trevor Smith Jr., better known by his stage name Busta Rhymes, has set social media alight after hinting that he may be on the lookout for a Nigerian wife as part of plans to settle down in Nigeria in the future. The 53‑year‑old rap icon — known for his rapid‑fire lyrical style and energetic performances — made the comments while performing at the Detty December Fest held in Ilubirin, Ikoyi, Lagos on December 19, 2025. It was his first time back in Nigeria in 15 years, and he made it clear that the trip held a personal…

Relief and joy have spread across Niger State as the remaining 130 schoolchildren abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic School, Papiri, have finally regained their freedom, bringing an end to weeks of fear and uncertainty for their families and the nation. The students were abducted on November 21 when terrorists stormed the Catholic school in Papiri, Niger State, in a late-night attack that shocked the country. The incident was one of the most alarming school kidnappings in recent times, reigniting concerns over the safety of educational institutions in parts of Nigeria. According to official sources, the final batch of 130 students…

In a significant regulatory development in Nigeria’s power sector, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), has unsealed the headquarters of Ikeja Electric Plc in Lagos following the company’s agreement to a binding compliance undertaking to address consumer rights violations. The announcement was made in a statement by the Commission’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu. Background: Why the Headquarters Was Sealed The Commission had initially sealed Ikeja Electric’s headquarters on December 11, 2025, after the electricity distribution company failed to comply with a directive from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The directive required Ikeja Electric to unbundle…

A female operative of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has died after a fatal road accident on Meiran Road, along the Iyana Ekoro corridor of Lagos, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), has confirmed. The incident, which occurred during routine environmental sanitation activities, has once again drawn attention to the dangers faced by sanitation workers on Lagos roads and the consequences of reckless driving. Tragedy Strikes During Routine Sanitation Duty In a statement issued on Saturday via its official X handle, LASTMA, through its Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment, Adebayo Taofiq, disclosed that the LAWMA operative was…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will on Saturday depart Abuja on a three-state tour of Borno, Bauchi and Lagos States, in a visit that combines governance, national solidarity, cultural engagement and end-of-year activities. The trip underscores the President’s continued interaction with sub-national governments and key segments of Nigerian society across regions. Project Commissioning and Engagements in Borno The President’s first port of call will be Maiduguri, Borno State, where he is scheduled to commission several projects executed by the Babagana Umara Zulum administration in collaboration with the Federal Government. The projects are part of ongoing efforts to deepen infrastructure development and…

“Osinakachukwu Marcus Onu, a 37-year-old Nigerian, was fatally shot during a traffic stop on the N12 highway in Klerksdorp, North West Province, an incident that has ignited public outrage and intensified scrutiny of police practices in South Africa.” Four Traffic Officers Taken Into Custody Authorities confirmed that four traffic police officers, aged between 25 and 36, have been arrested in connection with the shooting. According to the North West Police, the officers fled the scene after the shooting but were later tracked down by detectives in Klerksdorp. They now face charges of murder and defeating the ends of justice, signaling…

The United States Mission in Nigeria has revealed that more than 100 American companies are currently operating in the country, driving trade expansion, innovation, and entrepreneurship across critical sectors of the economy. This disclosure was made on Wednesday at the “Made in America, Loved in Nigeria” video contest award ceremony, held at Silverbird Galleria, Abuja, where the U.S. Mission honoured five Nigerian content creators for creatively highlighting the influence of American products, brands, and ideas in everyday Nigerian life. Celebrating Creativity and Bilateral Ties Delivering opening remarks on behalf of the U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills Jr., the Country…

Nigerian Afrobeats megastar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, will headline the opening concert of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), 2025 in Rabat, Morocco, the Confederation of African Football (CAF), has confirmed. In a statement released on Thursday, CAF announced that Davido will lead a star-studded international lineup for the pre-tournament concert, underscoring the growing fusion of football, music and culture that now defines Africa’s flagship sporting event. Global Music Meets African Identity Also billed to perform are global hip-hop heavyweight French Montana, Moroccan singer Douaa Lahyaoui, French-Moroccan hitmaker Lartiste, and fast-rising act Says’z. French Montana’s inclusion carries…

Former Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Chris Ngige, who was granted bail earlier today by an FCT High Court, made a high-profile appearance at the All Progressives Congress (APC), National Caucus meeting in Abuja, just hours after his release. Facing EFCC Charges, Yet Back in Politics Ngige is currently standing trial on an eight-count prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), over alleged abuse of office and acceptance of gifts totaling around ₦2.2 billion. Despite the ongoing legal challenge, he did not delay his return to active political engagements. Caucus Meeting Under Tinubu’s Leadership The meeting, presided…

The Nigerian Senate on Thursday confirmed 64 ambassadorial nominees forwarded by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, including prominent political figures Femi Fani-Kayode, a former Minister of Aviation, and Reno Omokri, a former presidential assistant. The confirmation followed the adoption of a report by the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, which stated that all nominees had been thoroughly screened and found qualified, suitable, and free of disqualifying issues. The approval exercise came 48 hours after the Senate had earlier confirmed three non-career ambassadors—Lateef Kayode Are (Ogun State), Aminu Dalhatu (Jigawa State), and Emmanuel Ayodele Oke (Oyo State)—bringing the total number of ambassadors…

FIFA has officially confirmed the prize money structure for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, setting a new financial benchmark for the world’s biggest football tournament. The announcement comes after the FIFA Council approved a record-breaking financial contribution of $727 million related to the tournament, marking a substantial 50% increase compared with the most recent World Cup in Qatar. Record Prize Pool and Distribution At the centre of the announcement is a historic total prize pool of $727 million, with $655 million earmarked specifically for distribution to the teams that qualify for next year’s 48-team finals to be held across the…