The Covid‑19 pandemic exposed what many economists had long warned against: that economies overly dependent on government spending and agitation of public support are vulnerable. Global supply chains were disrupted, oil demand slumped, and fiscal reserves were stressed. For Nigeria, this crisis clearly reinforced one thing: sustainable recovery and long‑term growth must increasingly depend on

Football today is more than just a sport, it’s a global business empire. The top clubs are not only chasing trophies but also billion-dollar deals, worldwide fanbases, and strong brand recognition.  These teams have turned football into a money-making machine through smart marketing, sponsorships, and consistent performances. According to Forbes’ 2025 ranking of the world’s

The Federal Government has ordered all public monies to be held under the Central Bank of Nigeria, a consolidation aimed at end-to-end oversight of revenues and expenditures. Announcing the step at the 31st Nigerian Economic Summit in Abuja, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, said the administration achieved complete visibility

Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, on Tuesday announced his resignation, paving the way for National Commissioner May Agbamuche-Mbu, the commission’s most senior member, to assume office in an acting capacity pending a substantive appointment. Yakubu disclosed his decision during INEC’s quarterly meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) in Abuja

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup draws closer, tension is rising among Nigerian football fans. The Super Eagles are walking a tightrope, sitting in third place in their qualification group with 11 points behind South Africa and Benin Republic.  Former captain John Mikel Obi has sounded the alarm, warning that Nigeria’s chances of qualifying depend

If you plan to study in Sweden, you must hold the right immigration status for the length of your programme. Courses of 90 days or less fall under the short-stay student visa, commonly called a Type C visa. Programmes that run beyond three months require a long-stay status, the Type D residence permit. Students who

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have reportedly arrived in Polokwane, South Africa, ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho on Friday. Head coach Eric Chelle and his technical staff settled in on Monday, as players began arriving from their respective clubs across Europe and Asia via Johannesburg. Training will commence on Tuesday

Football fans in Lagos were treated to an electrifying night of passion and entertainment on Saturday, as MTN hosted a lively English Premier League Watch Party at Cubana Lagos. The event came alive as Chelsea clinched a dramatic 2-1 victory over reigning champions Liverpool, sealed by an incredible stoppage-time winner from 18-year-old Brazilian sensation Estevão.

American tech entrepreneur and billionaire Brooklyn Earick has withdrawn his £4.5billion takeover bid for Tottenham Hotspur after the club’s owners, the Lewis family, made it clear they would not sell under any circumstances. His proposal reportedly included £3.3billion for the acquisition of the club and an additional £1.2billion earmarked for transfers, player wages, and agents’

Political parties under the umbrella of Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) are demanding immediate legal reforms to strip the executive arm of government of its power to appoint the chairman, secretary, and national commissioners of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), warning that the nation’s democracy is under threat as long as the electoral umpire remains

Buba Marwa, Chairman/CEO of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), on Monday, charged stakeholders in the ongoing development of the next National Drug Control Master Plan (NDCMP 2026-2030) to incorporate strategies to address new and emerging threats to the elimination illicit drug trade in Nigeria. Marwa gave the admonition in Niger state, at opening

Sahara Group, the energy company led by Nigerian billionaire Tope Shonubi, is setting its sights higher than ever.  The group is planning to raise its crude oil production to 350,000 barrels per day within the next five years, powered by seven new oil rigs. This ambitious move shows Sahara’s growing influence in Nigeria’s upstream oil