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March 17, 2026

Two firms target $200 million investment in Nigeria’s defence technology

Mr Ado-Ibrahim said, “Africa is entering a pivotal phase in its development, where technological capability will increasingly define economic strength and national security.”

CCTV and Drones
March 17, 2026

NUPRC notifies pre-qualified applicants for 2025 licensing round

In December 2025, the NUPRC opened bidding for 50 oil and gas blocks, aiming to attract $10 billion in investment.

Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission [NUPRC]
March 17, 2026

Eid-Ul-Fitr: FG declares Thursday, Friday public holidays

Mr Tunji-Ojo encouraged citizens to celebrate responsibly and extend acts of kindness to the less privileged in society.

KANO MUSLIMS
March 17, 2026

IG files criminal charge against two for allegedly defaming Moniepoint

Their arraignment scheduled for Tuesday could not proceed due to the absence of the defendants in court.

Court room
March 17, 2026

Nigeria making giant strides in TB detection, treatment: Agency

Mr Olufemi noted that diagnosing TB patients had long been a major challenge in the country.

National Tuberculosis, Leprosy and Buruli Ulcer Control Programme (NTBLCP)
March 17, 2026

Obi condemns Tinubu’s UK trip amid resurgence of terrorist attacks

Mr Obi, in a statement on Tuesdday, described Nigeria as “a nation under siege.”

Tinubu and King Charles.
March 17, 2026

Borno bombings evidence Tinubu gov’t lacks capacity to tackle insecurity: PDP

The PDP described the incident as unfortunate, alleging that insecurity had worsened under Mr Tinubu.

suicide bombers attack Maiduguri
March 17, 2026

Tinubu departs Abuja for UK state visit

The state visit is expected to culminate in the signing of agreements and memoranda of understanding across strategic sectors of the economy.

President Bola Tinubu and Remi Tinubu disembarking from plane
March 17, 2026

N80 billion approval for roads in creeks to stimulate economy: Commissioner

Mr Clark explained that the gesture clearly demonstrated the administration’s determination to open up the coastal areas.

Ebikeme Clark
March 17, 2026

EFCC fined N500,000 for seeking multiple adjournments in ex-CBN governor Emefiele’s trial

Mr Burkaa said that from 2023 till date, the court indulged the prosecution with eight adjournments.

Godwin Emefiele