FG grants drug manufacturers N24bn tax waivers to boost local production

Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare Muhammad Pate has announced that the Nigerian government has granted ₦24 billion in tax waivers to pharmaceutical manufacturers between 2025 and 2026 to expand local production of medicines and reduce reliance on imports.

Kidnapping: I will sign my father’s death warrant if he’s convicted — Governor Okpebholo

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has vowed to approve the death warrants of convicted kidnappers, regardless of their relationship with him, declaring that he would personally supervise their execution.

Actress Mary Remy Njoku questions state of Warri Airport

Nollywood actress and producer Mary Remy Njoku has questioned the state of the Osubi Airport in Warri, Delta State.

Ebola: 28 contacts remain under surveillance, 34 cleared

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has disclosed that 28 people linked to the country's imported Ebola case remain under surveillance, while 34 others have been discharged after completing the mandatory 21-day monitoring period.

CAF reschedules 2026 Awards to December 2

The Confederation of African Football has rescheduled the 2026 CAF Awards ceremony to Wednesday, December 2, in Lagos The ceremony, which was earlier scheduled for December 7, will begin at 7 pm local time.

NERC okays N30bn to meter Band A customers

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has approved N30bn for the third phase of the Meter Acquisition Fund to accelerate the installation of electricity meters for unmetered Band A customers and expand coverage among Band B consumers.

Former NNPCL GMD Kyari denies ₦210trn NNPC loss under his watch

Former Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) Group Managing Director Mele Kyari has denied that ₦210 trillion went unaccounted for under his leadership, telling a Senate committee that the disputed figures arose from a misreading of the company’s financial records.

Lateef Adedimeji speaks on his personal struggles

Nollywood actor Lateef Adedimeji says life has not always been easy for him, despite the smile people often see.

2027: “We will lower cost of living and provide reliable electricity for Nigerians” – President Tinubu vows

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has promised Nigerians reliable electricity, a lower cost of living and increased job opportunities if re-elected in 2027 election.

Actress Lizzy Gold Acquires a Brand-New Car

Nollywood actress and producer Lizzy Gold Onuwaje has acquired a brand-new 2026 Jetour SUV.