2026: Between Old Challenges and New Hope for Nigeria
As 2026 dawns, Professor Rasheed Ojikutu reflects on Nigeria's self-inflicted crises and the urgent need for moral leadership and effective national orientation to secure a better future.
As 2026 dawns, Professor Rasheed Ojikutu reflects on Nigeria's self-inflicted crises and the urgent need for moral leadership and effective national orientation to secure a better future.
The Oluremi @65 Education Fund has concluded, raising over N25.5 billion for education and the National Library project. First Lady Tinubu thanks Nigerians for their generous support.
The National Industrial Court will sentence NUC's Prof. Abdullahi Ribadu and four officers to prison on Jan 13, 2026, for criminal contempt. Read the full details of the case.
A protocol blunder occurred at the APC national caucus meeting in Abuja when the band mistakenly played Nigeria's old national anthem, causing brief confusion. Read full details.
President Bola Tinubu pledges to target terrorism financiers and armed groups under a new national security doctrine. Read his full statement from the 2026 budget presentation.
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu warns individuals or groups exploiting communities will face decisive action. Reveals 775 terrorism convictions, stresses community role in peace. Read more.
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria cautions the National Assembly against creating new health bodies, calling proposals legally unnecessary and wasteful.
The Senate and House of Representatives confirm Gen. Christopher Musa as Defence Minister and adopt hard-line anti-terror measures, banning ransom payments and amnesty for terrorists. Read the details.
The Nigerian Senate is considering a bill to create a single, toll-free emergency number. This unified system aims to replace scattered helplines, improving response times for police, fire, and medical services nationwide.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is reportedly set to receive over 100 National Assembly members ahead of the 2027 polls, with defections hitting APC hardest. Read details of the political realignment.
The US halts all asylum decisions and suspends visas for Afghans after a soldier's death. President Trump announces a crackdown on migration from third-world countries. Full details.
National Council on Sports approves sweeping reforms including heavy fines, suspensions for age cheating, new National Intermediate Games, and compulsory insurance for athletes.
Growing insecurity forces Nigerian graduates to skip NYSC orientation camps. Corps members speak out about kidnapping risks and question program relevance. Military rescues 74 members in Borno.
Two National Guard troops critically wounded in shooting near White House. Suspect identified as Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal. Read full details.
Two National Guard soldiers critically wounded in targeted attack near White House. President Trump suspends Afghan immigration, deploys 500 additional troops. Full details.
Two National Guard soldiers critically wounded in targeted shooting near White House. Suspect identified as Afghan national. President Trump vows justice. Read full details.
A Nigerian NYSC member in Kaduna was overwhelmed with joy after her boyfriend traveled to visit her at the orientation camp. Read this heartwarming story of love and support.
Federal Government assures Nigerians that livestock sector partnerships will soon show visible results, aiming to grow the industry from $32B to $74B by 2035 through strategic reforms.
A Nigerian lady posted to Borno State for NYSC shares her emotional journey and safe arrival at the orientation camp after nearly two days of travel. Watch her story!
Discover all 11 official national symbols of Nigeria and their deep meanings. Learn about the flag, anthem, coat of arms and more in this comprehensive guide.
NYSC confirms 2025 Batch C orientation course starts November 19 across all camps. Registration runs November 19-21 with swearing-in on November 21. Closing ceremony scheduled for December 9.
NSCDC FCT Commandant Dr. Olusola Odumosu emphasizes sustainable inter-agency collaboration for improved national security during visit by Armed Forces College. Learn how security agencies are strengthening cooperation.
Ex-NUC Secretary Prof. Peter Okebukola unveils groundbreaking strategies for national development, emphasizing education innovation, technology integration, and curriculum reform as catalysts for Nigeria's growth.
Growing demands for a referendum challenge Nigeria's constitutional reform process as critics decry elite capture and exclusion of citizen voices in national dialogue.
Discover the three crucial factors new Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle considers when inviting players to the national team squad. Get exclusive insights into his selection philosophy and what Nigerian players must demonstrate to earn their spot.
Nigerian lawmakers reverse decision to reconvene amid ongoing recess, sparking political intrigue and speculation about legislative agenda changes.
Nigeria's National Orientation Agency strongly refutes former US President Donald Trump's claims of Christian genocide, calling the allegations baseless and questioning US intelligence sources.
South Korea makes massive move in global tech race, allocating ₩2.5 trillion for AI development in 2026 budget. Major push for semiconductor industry and AI safety research.
As PENGASSAN oil workers threaten nationwide strike over minimum wage disputes, Nigeria faces potential economic paralysis. Explore the delicate balance between workers' rights and national survival.
2013 AFCON champion Efe Ambrose reveals his surprising pick for Nigeria's most crucial player, ignoring superstar Victor Osimhen in shocking revelation that has fans talking.
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