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By Peter Omopo The Muslim Media Watch Group of Nigeria has called for improved security measures in Borno State following the recent bomb blasts in Maiduguri that left several people dead and injured. The Borno State Police Command confirmed that the explosions occurred almost simultaneously at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital gate, the Monday Market Roundabout and the Post Office area, resulting in 23 deaths and 108 injuries. The attacks, believed to have been carried out using improvised explosive devices by suspected Boko Haram fighters, were reported around 7 p.m. shortly after Muslims broke their fast. In a statement…

By Peter Omopo Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has unveiled a 23-man squad for Nigeria’s upcoming international friendlies against Iran and Jordan, leaving out key players including Victor Osimhen and first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali. The Nigeria Football Federation confirmed the squad in a statement on Wednesday, ahead of the matches scheduled to take place later this month. Chelle retained captain Wilfred Ndidi, alongside Alex Iwobi and Ademola Lookman, as part of the selected players for the fixtures. The Super Eagles are set to face Iran on March 27 before taking on Jordan on March 31, with both matches to…

By Peter Omopo The Labour Party has announced May 23, 2026, as the date for its presidential primary ahead of the 2027 general elections. The decision was reached during the party’s National Executive Council meeting held on Tuesday, where a comprehensive timetable for its primary elections was also unveiled. According to the schedule, the party will submit its membership register to the Independent National Electoral Commission on April 15, 2026, while primaries for governorship, National Assembly and State Houses of Assembly are slated for May 15, 2026. The presidential primary will take place eight days later. The council also approved…

By Peter Omopo Foreign investors accounted for 28 percent of the capital raised in Nigeria’s ongoing bank recapitalisation exercise, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, has disclosed. Cardoso made the revelation during the Africa Capital Forum in London, held on the sidelines of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s state visit to the United Kingdom, according to a statement issued by the apex bank on Wednesday. He noted that the level of foreign participation reflects renewed investor confidence in Nigeria’s financial system and the broader economy. The CBN governor said the recapitalisation programme has recorded significant progress, with more…

By Peter Omopo Saudi Arabian authorities have announced Friday, March 20, 2026, as the day for the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The declaration followed the non-sighting of the crescent moon, which signifies the beginning of Shawwal in the Islamic calendar. The announcement was made on Wednesday via the HaraminInfo social media platforms, confirming that Ramadan will complete 30 days this year. According to the statement, the inability to sight the crescent moon means that Muslim faithful will conclude the 1447 AH fast on Friday before commencing Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. The statement also offered…

By Kolawole Omotola | Wednesday, March 18, 2026 The faction of the Labour Party led by Interim National Chairman Nenadi Usman has fixed May 23, 2026, for its presidential primary election ahead of the 2027 general elections The party also announced that primaries for governorship, National Assembly, and State Houses of Assembly positions will hold on May 15, 2026, as part of its preparations for the polls. These resolutions were reached during a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on Tuesday in Abuja, with officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission in attendance. According to the approved timetable, the party…

By Abu-Ubaida Ibrahim Kuna Gombe, Nigeria In a world increasingly defined by innovation, technology, and sustainable development, nations that fail to engage globally risk being left behind. Nigeria’s presence at the 2026 NXT Summit in New Delhi is therefore not just symbolic, it is strategic. Representing the Nigerian Senate, His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo, OON (Talban Gombe) and Senator for Gombe North, joined global leaders and policymakers in conversations that are shaping the future of energy, governance, and digital transformation. The NXT Summit 2026 brought together a diverse mix of decision-makers and innovators to deliberate on critical global…

By Kolawole Omotola. Lagos State has taken a major step toward strengthening its security infrastructure following the successful acquisition of full funding for the construction of new, modern police stations across the state. The Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) confirmed that a federal donor has committed to underwriting the entire project, marking a significant milestone in efforts to improve policing capacity in Nigeria’s busiest commercial hub. Construction has already commenced and will be executed in phases to ensure wider coverage across the state. The initial phase includes projects at key locations such as Morogbo in Badagry, Elere in Agege,…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo Reflects the Yoruba saying, “Ojú ti olowo tí ó rà ilé , tó kọ ilé, ti íilé ṣe kù,” reminding us that life is not defined by what we gather but by the impact we leave behind. Many try to hold the whole world in their hands, chasing wealth and power while forgetting compassion and human connection, yet every journey ends within six feet of earth. The rich who ignore the poor, and leaders or bosses who care only for today’s gain, may build much but truly enjoy little. Real success is found in lifting others,…

By Peter Omopo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu have arrived in the United Kingdom for an official state visit. The visit marks the first time in 37 years that a Nigerian president is undertaking a state visit to the United Kingdom. Tinubu’s trip is expected to focus on strengthening bilateral relations between both countries, with key discussions centred on immigration, trade, investment and cultural exchange. The visit is also aimed at exploring new opportunities for collaboration and deepening existing diplomatic and economic ties between Nigeria and the United Kingdom.