August 29, 2025
  1. Two Nigerian Pilgrims Die in Makkah During 2025 Hajj Exercise
  2. Saudi Arabia Confirms June 4 as Commencement Date for 2025 Hajj Pilgrimage
  3. NCPWD Urges United Action to End Exclusion of Persons with Disabilities
  4. Transportation Ministry Launches ACTU Unit to Curb Corruption, Promote Transparency
  5. Agriculture Ministry, Farmers’ Association Join Forces to Drive Food Sovereignty and Economic Growth
  6. Nigeria, Brazil Deepen Health Cooperation, Eye Five-Year Joint Action Plan
  7. Alake Orders Immediate Sealing of Illegal Gold Mining Site in Abuja

Religion

Hajj and Umrah Religion

NAHCON Partners with Alternative Bank to Unveil Digital Platform for Hajj Savings Scheme

In a bold step toward modernising pilgrimage financing, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), in partnership with The Alternative.

General Religion

Sheikh As-Sudais to Deliver Friday Sermon at Masjid Al-Haram on Aug 29

President Sheikh Dr. Abdur Rahman As‑Sudais, esteemed for his profound Quranic recitations and leadership of prayers at the Grand Mosque.

General Religion

Bauchi Hisbah Bans DJs, Women at Mixed Events, Restricts Cross-Gender Dancing

In a directive that has stirred conversation across Bauchi State, the Hisbah Commission has issued a prohibition on the presence.

POLITICS

Business

Agriculture Business Economy

Agriculture Ministry, Farmers’ Association Join Forces to Drive Food Sovereignty and Economic Growth

Abuja — The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) has pledged its commitment to work closely with the.

Business

IEI Clears ₦18.5 Billion Bond Debt to Mirae Asset Securities

August 29, 2025 — International Energy Insurance Plc (IEI) has announced the successful settlement of its outstanding loan obligations to.

Agriculture Business

Dangote, Ethiopia Sign $2.5bn Fertilizer Plant Deal to Boost Food Security and Industrial Growth

Addis Ababa, August 28, 2025 — Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has entered into a landmark $2.5 billion agreement with.

Editorial

SPORTS

ENTERTAINMENT

Crime Entertainment General

Court Convicts Two Social Media Influencers for Naira Abuse in Oyo State

Ibadan, July 2, 2025 — The Federal High Court in Ibadan, Oyo State, has convicted two social media personalities, Bukola.

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Entertainment Football Sports

Iwobi Leads Nigerian Contingent Among Global Most Impactful Football Players

Abuja — Alex Iwobi has emerged as the standout Nigerian footballer featured among the world’s most impactful players, according to.

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Entertainment

16-Year-Old Nigerian Artist Receives N5 Million and Full Scholarship from Rainoil for Creative Excellence

Sixteen-year-old Chinedu Nwali has been awarded a N5 million cash prize and a full scholarship up to university level by.

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WORLD

General Maritime World

Switzerland Endorses Nigeria’s Bid for IMO Category ‘C’ Council Seat

August 29, 2025 — Switzerland has formally pledged support for Nigeria’s bid to secure a Category ‘C’ seat on the.

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World

Amsterdam Protesters Rally at Central Station Over Killing of Journalists in Gaza

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered at Amsterdam Centraal Station this week in solidarity with Palestinians, voicing anger over the deaths of.

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World

US Approves $825m Missile Sale to Ukraine Amid Ongoing War Efforts

August 29, 2025 — The United States government has approved a fresh $825 million arms deal to Ukraine, underscoring its.

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