Nigeria

Nigeria approves additional state for southeast amid equity push

The Nigerian government has approved the creation of an additional state in the southeast region, a move hailed by Senator Osita Izunaso as a step toward equity and justice among geopolitical zones. This development addresses long-standing calls for balanced representation across Nigeria's regions. Izunaso emphasized that it marks a significant embrace of fairness in federal structure.

Senate confirms new service chiefs nominated by Tinubu

October 29, 2025 Adebayo Oluwaseun

The Nigerian Senate has confirmed the appointments of new service chiefs, including the Chief of Defence Staff, as nominated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The confirmation followed a closed-session screening on Wednesday. This move aims to strengthen the nation's military leadership.

Nigerian house approves tinubu's external borrowing request for 2025 budget

October 29, 2025 Adebayo Oluwaseun

The Nigerian House of Representatives has approved President Bola Tinubu's request for new external borrowing to cover the 2025 budget deficit. This decision aims to finance key aspects of the national budget amid ongoing fiscal challenges.

Insurance commissioner challenges brokers on changing risk landscape

October 28, 2025 Adebayo Oluwaseun

The insurance commissioner has challenged brokers to address the evolving insurance risk landscape. This call comes amid discussions on adapting to new challenges in the sector.

Rights group demands justice for six traders killed in Lagos

The National Coalition Against Mass Killings, Extra-Judicial Killings, Mob Actions and Impunity (NCAMKI) has called for accountability following the alleged killing of six traders at the Owode Onirin Spare Parts Market in Lagos by police officers from Nasarawa State. The group condemned the incident as a moral disgrace and highlighted the lack of prosecution for the implicated officers. It urged authorities to act swiftly to prevent further impunity.