Author: Lawan

Nigerian hitmaker Davido showcased an electrifying performance during Coachella Weekend 1 on April 10 at the Polo Club in Indio, California. Davido, who thrilled music fans from 7:50 to 8:35 p.m, opened with ‘Dami Duro’, delivering high-octane Afrobeats hits with dancers and a live band. Fans were treated to an unexpected delight when Davido brought Adekunle Gold to the stage for a medley including ‘High’, with cheers ringing out from the audience. Other notable performers include headliners like Sabrina Carpenter and Justin Bieber. Davido is expected to return for his Weekend 2 performance on April 18. Sun

…says reforms boosting investor confidence in capital market The Centre for Social Justice, Equity and Transparency (CSJET) has defended the appointment of Barrister Aminu Junaidu as Chairman of the Investment and Securities Tribunal (IST), insisting that due process was followed and rejecting claims that the appointment violated the Investment and Securities Act 2025. Speaking at a press conference held on Friday in Abuja, Executive Director of the Centre, Pastor David D. Yakubu, said the appointment was approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu within his constitutional authority, and that there was no evidence of any breach of established legal or administrative…

The Nigerian equities market maintained its upward trajectory, closing on a positive note as the benchmark index rose by 0.28 percent, pushing the year-to-date return to 30.56 percent. Despite the gain, market activity weakened significantly, with trading volume dropping by 35.13 percent, reflecting subdued investor participation. Total trade value also declined by 2.10 percent. Market breadth closed negative, as 27 stocks recorded losses compared to 24 gainers, suggesting a mildly bearish undertone beneath the overall market growth. Top gainers for the session included TRANEXPR and INTENEGINS, while LIVINGTRUST led the decliners, followed by RTBRISCOE. Sectoral performance showed that the financial…

The Federal Government has faulted the United States advisory directing the departure of non-emergency personnel from its embassy in Abuja as a precautionary measure based on internal protocols. It reassured Nigerians and international partners that public institutions remain fully operational, with no disruption to governance, economic activity, or daily life. In the statement yesterday, Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, the government also highlighted ongoing, measurable gains in security operations across multiple regions, driven by coordinated military efforts, intelligence-led interventions, and strengthened inter-agency collaboration. “These efforts continue to reduce threats in affected areas while sustaining stability in the…

Senator David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has prayed the Federal High Court in Abuja to reverse the decision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). INEC officially removed the names of Senator Mark and Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola as national chairman and national secretary respectively of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) from its official portal and website on April 1. Mark also urged Justice Emeka Nwite to grant an order of mandatory injunction setting aside INEC’s refusal to attend or monitor the ADC’s congresses or convention, pending the hearing and determination of the instant suit. He equally…

The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has urged the Federal Government to deploy excess crude oil revenue to subsidise local refineries, warning that failure to act could push the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to as high as N2,000 per litre. TUC President, Festus Osifo, made the call during a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, highlighting the strain rising fuel costs are placing on Nigerian workers. “The persistent increase in petrol prices, driven by global crude volatility and naira depreciation, is worsening economic hardship for workers across the country,” Osifo said. He attributed the surge partly to…

Lassa fever fatalities have risen sharply in 2026, in spite of a decline in new confirmed cases in the latest reporting week, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), said in its Epidemiological week 13 report released yesterday in Abuja. The Commission disclosed that 167 deaths have been recorded in 2026, noting that the case fatality rate (CFR) is 25.2 percent, significantly higher than the 18.5 percent recorded during the same period in 2025. According to the report, 26 new confirmed cases were recorded in week 13, a decrease from 51 cases reported in the previous week. The…

President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to soldiers killed during a terrorist attack on a military base in Benisheikh, Borno State, describing them as heroes whose sacrifice will not be forgotten. The attack, which targeted troops of the 29 Task Force Brigade under Operation HADIN KAI, occurred in the early hours of Thursday, adding to growing concerns over renewed insurgent activity in the North-East. Military authorities confirmed that the base came under coordinated assault, with insurgents attempting to breach its perimeter before being pushed back by troops. According to the Defence Headquarters, the soldiers held their ground under pressure. “The…

Opposition figures staged a peaceful #OccupyINEC protest in Nigeria’s capital on Wednesday, warning against what they see as a slide toward one-party rule and urging the government to protect the country’s democracy. The protest, held at the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), drew opposition political leaders and supporters who say they are increasingly concerned about the direction of the country’s democracy and the credibility of the electoral process ahead of the 2027 election. Speaking at the protest ground, Peter Obi, Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, said, “We are simply holding a peaceful demonstration to…

The Lokoja Branch of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has commended Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for his commitment to the rule of law and the promotion of good governance across the state. The commendation was given during a courtesy visit to the Governor at the Government House, Lokoja, on Wednesday, where the leadership of the association praised the administration’s strides in governance and institutional strengthening. Speaking on behalf of the association, the Chairman of the branch, Barrister Sumaila Abbas, applauded Governor Ododo for what he described as verifiable achievements across critical sectors of the economy. He noted that the administration’s…