The Nation (Nigeria)

The Nation is a daily newspaper based in Lagos, Nigeria. A 2009 survey indicated that it was the second most popular newspaper in the country. The publication's website emphasizes its commitment to Freedom, Justice, and the Market Economy. Its primary audience includes business leaders, politicians, the wealthy, educated individuals, and those seeking upward mobility. The Nation operates printing facilities in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt. The newspaper's content spans various topics, including business and economic news, public policy, democracy and its institutions, as well as sports, arts, and culture.

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FULL LIST: Seven sitting Govs who defected from PDP to APC

11 hours ago | thenationonlineng.net | Samuel Oamen

Featured Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on Wednesday, April 23, officially dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Over the years, several Governors have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) while still in office. Sheriff Oborevwori shocked many by dumping the PDP for the APC on Wednesday. His defection marks a significant political shift in Delta, a core PDP state since 1999.
Egbaliganza: Lai Labode rewriting Egba, African history through fashion

1 day ago | thenationonlineng.net | Samuel Oamen

Fashion When history meets innovation, something powerful happens. That’s precisely what Lai Labode is orchestrating with the launch of Egbaliganza—an audacious cultural renaissance that repositions the Egba people within national consciousness and on the global stage. Born from a deep love for heritage and a futuristic vision for Africa, Egbaliganza debuted during the 2025 Lisabi Festival and has since captured national attention.
IXPN: Nigeria’s domestic internet traffic surges

1 day ago | thenationonlineng.net | Lucas Ajanaku

Nigeria’s Internet Exchange Point (IXPN) yesterday in Lagos said the country’s domestic internet traffic has surged significantly. It said it has crossed 1 Terabit per second (1Tbps) in aggregate peak internet traffic for the first time, adding that it is a significant boost for country’s information communication technology (ICT) ecosystem, a breakthrough for domestic internet traffic.
Nigeria’s horticulture sector sets $500m export target

1 day ago | thenationonlineng.net | Daniel Essiet

Nigeria’s horticultural export sector is demonstrating significant growth, reaching an estimated $248 million in 2023, according to a recent review by the Produce Export Development Alliance (PEDA). PEDA’s analysis of export trends paints a promising picture, with experts predicting that Nigeria’s horticultural exports could potentially soar to $500 million by 2030 if key challenges are effectively addressed.
Pope Francis’ last moment, by The Vatican

1 day ago | thenationonlineng.net | Bola Olajuwon

Trump, Macron, Starmer, other world leaders for funeral Saturday Body lies in-stateThe end came quickly for Pope Francis on Easter Monday. He blessed the faithful in the morning of Easter Sunday and went to bed in the night. He passed away peacefully less than two hours after his health irreversibly deteriorated. The Vatican yesterday gave a graphic account of his last moment. He started to feel unwell at about 5:30 a.m. (0330 GMT) on Monday and was promptly attended to by his team.
Presidency justifies powering State House with solar energy

1 day ago | thenationonlineng.net | Bolaji Ogundele |Udeh Onyebuchi

Cites White House exampleThe Presidency has defended the Federal Executive Council’s approval of a N10 billion solar energy project for the State House. Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, made the clarification on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle, following media reports questioning the necessity of the project, especially in the light of prevailing economic realities.
HEDA: how judiciary can tackle credibility challenges

1 day ago | thenationonlineng.net | Udeh Onyebuchi

The judiciary is grappling with serious credibility issues, according to a report on a nationwide survey by the Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre). It highlights widespread public concern over corruption, inefficiency, and political interference within the justice system. The findings were unveiled yesterday in Ikeja during the launch of HEDA’s fifth Leadership Approval Rating (LAR) report, titled: Voices for Justice: A Civic Lens on Nigeria’s Judicial System.
Lagos taskforce denies involvement in viral BRT lane arrest, extortion incident

2 days ago | thenationonlineng.net | Udeh Onyebuchi

The Lagos State Taskforce has denied involvement in a viral video circulating on social media that shows an unidentified lady allegedly being arrested and extorted by policemen for driving on the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lane along Anthony inward Ketu.
Deep public grievance undermines rising trust in Nigerian institutions - Report

2 days ago | thenationonlineng.net | Samuel Oamen

A new report by global communications firm Edelman has revealed that trust in Nigeria’s institutions is on the rise, but so is public grievance, threatening the nation’s fragile progress. The 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer Nigeria Report, titled “Trust and the Crisis of Grievance,” shows that Nigerians’ trust in government, business, media, and NGOs has climbed to a Trust Index score of 65, a four-point increase from last year. Yet, beneath this encouraging growth lies a stark warning.
Reno Omokri defends installation of solar panels at Aso Rock

2 days ago | thenationonlineng.net | Udeh Onyebuchi

Former presidential aide and socio-political commentator, Reno Omokri, has called for commendation rather than condemnation over the recent installation of solar panels at Aso Rock, the official residence of the Presidency. He described criticisms of the move as “small-picture thinking” and insisted the decision is economically sound and environmentally progressive.