The National Assembly has received a formal request from President Bola Tinubu seeking legislative approval for an external loan of $21.5 billion and a domestic bond issuance of ₦758 billion. The loan request, outlined in a letter read on the Senate floor during plenary, is intended to fund critical sectors of the Nigerian economy—including infrastructure, healthcare, education, and water...

  The Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa (PAACA) has expressed concern over Nigeria's interpretation of "democracy dividends," urging the government to provide more substantial benefits to its citizens. Beyond Basic Infrastructure: PAACA emphasizes that achievements like road construction and salary payments should not be the sole indicators of democratic success. Call...

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has confirmed that it issued a formal invitation to Nigerian singer Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, in relation to online content linked to alleged sexual offences involving a minor. In a statement released on Friday by Hakeem Lawal, the agency’s Director of Information and Communications...

What’s meant to be a smooth intercity journey has turned into a daily struggle for thousands of Nigerians. The Ibadan-Lagos Expressway, a major economic lifeline, has once again made headlines for all the wrong reasons. According to a recent report by @NigerianTribune, the persistent gridlock along the ever-busy highway has reached unbearable levels, forcing passengers to abandon...

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first Nigerian university to host Bill Gates, the world-renowned billionaire, tech pioneer, and global philanthropist. Reported by @trendingexplained, this high-profile visit marks a new chapter in Nigeria’s academic and innovation landscape — placing UNILAG firmly on the global map. Bill Gates’...