NLC, TUC condemn emergency rule in Rivers, threaten strike action
Organized Labour in Rivers State has expressed deep concern over the state of emergency declaration in Rivers State by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on March 18, 2025’
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House of Reps passes bill for single-day general elections through second reading
The House of Representatives on Tuesday advanced a bill seeking to amend the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), to mandate that all general elections—covering the offices of the President, State Governors, National Assembly, State Houses of Assembly, and Local Government Area Councils—be conducted simultaneously on a single date determined by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in consultation with the National Assembly.
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102 CSOs demand constitutional integrity in resolving Rivers State crisis
A coalition of 102 Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) has expressed deep concern over the escalating political crisis in Rivers State, urging President Bola Tinubu to uphold constitutional principles in resolving the situation.
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Why Nigeria’s democracy remains fragile, under siege – Ex-PDP spokesperson, CUPP
Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Diran Odeyemi, and the National Secretary of the Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), Chief Peter Ameh, have both expressed concerns over the future of Nigeria’s democracy.
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Real Madrid making progress on Alexander-Arnold transfer – Reports
Trent Alexander-Arnold is closing in on a move to Real Madrid when his Liverpool contract expires at the end of the season, according to reports on Tuesday.
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CNG Buses: Panic in Enugu over possible tricycle, minibus ban
Commercial transport operators in Enugu State, including tricycle and minibus drivers, have raised concerns over a rumored plan by the state government to ban their operations.
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LIVE UPDATES: Nigeria 0-0 Zimbabwe
Nigeria faces Zimbabwe in a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo.
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Meet Nigeria’s Harold Ekeh accepted into All 8 Ivy League Universities
While his academic achievements were impressive, Ekeh’s true passion was in science as he had planned to major in neurobiology or chemistry, to become a neurosurgeon.
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Boko Haram raids two military formations in Borno
Armed Boko Haram terrorists have raided the Wajirko army formation in Damboa Local Government Area and another formation in Wulgo village, Gamboru Ngala Local Government Area of Borno State, sources have confirmed.
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Reps pass bills to establish LG electoral commission for second reading
The House of Representatives, at its plenary Tuesday, passed, through second reading, a Bill for an Act to alter the Constitution to establish the National Local Government Electoral Commission as an independent body.
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Nigerian Army deploys 171 troops to Sudan for Peacekeeping
The Nigerian Army on Tuesday announced the deployment of 171 troops to Abyei, in the border between South Sudan and Sudan for Peacekeeping mission. The Chief of Operations, Nigerian Army, Maj.- Gen. Boniface Sinjen, announced this at the graduation ceremony of Troops of Nigerian Contingent 3 United Nations Interim Security For Abyei at Martin Luther […]
Politics
2027: Finding alternative political party, our main hurdle — Anti-Tinubu coalition
Ahead of the 2027 general election, the new broad-based coalition of opposition leaders say they are on the verge of reaching a final consensus on its structure and modus operandi, noting that its main hurdle had been finding an alternative political party.
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Meet Nigeria’s Harold Ekeh accepted into All 8 Ivy League Universities
While his academic achievements were impressive, Ekeh’s true passion was in science as he had planned to major in neurobiology or chemistry, to become a neurosurgeon.
Vanguard awards
Aisha Achimugu: Winning on all fronts
Astute businesswoman and industrialist, Aisha Achimugu is the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, FELAK CONCEPT GROUP…
Metro
Power generator fumes kill lovers in Rivers
The lovers took their power generator into the passage close to their room on Friday, and left it on throughout the night
Entertainment
2Baba goes shopping again with new lover Natasha Osawaru
In February, 2Baba accompanied Osawaru to a hair store.
Web3
Bitcoin breaks $86,000 barrier as crypto market momentum builds
Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies continued their upward momentum on Monday, driven by positive investor sentiment despite looming concerns over upcoming U.S. tariffs and key economic data expected later this week.
ICYMI
Manufacturing, supply chain leaders sweat on Trump trade policies
Digital manufacturing platform Fictiv surveyed 254 senior manufacturing and supply chain leaders to glean insight into mounting concerns regarding evolving U.S. trade policies, preventing supply chain disruptions and scaling innovation, AI and sustainability. The report of the survey revealed that some 96% of respondents have concerns over the impact that President Donald Trump’s trade policies […]
Business
Nigeria enhances port security, US Coast Guard confirms progress
•We will sustain momentum – NIMASA DG. By Godwin Oritse The United States Coast Guard has commended Nigeria, and the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), for what the Coast Guard described as considerable progress in the implementation of the International Ships and Ports Facility Security (ISPS) Code. This was made public by Joe […]
Sports
Real Madrid making progress on Alexander-Arnold transfer – Reports
Trent Alexander-Arnold is closing in on a move to Real Madrid when his Liverpool contract expires at the end of the season, according to reports on Tuesday.
Special Report
Rice crisis deepens: Prices soar above minimum wage amid quality concerns
From the East to the West and North to South, rice traders across Nigeria share a common story of struggle.
Stepping Up the Pace: Strengthening alliances, building movements to end Female Genital Mutilation
If the current trend continues, 27 million additional girls could undergo FGM by 2030. This is unacceptable
Pioneering Local Content: Senator Dan Etete, others’ vision for Nigeria’s oil and gas industry
Under the Petroleum (Amendment) Act No. 23 of 1996, enacted during Etete’s tenure, the President of Nigeria had the power to declare an oil field with about 10,000 barrels of oil per day (bopd) a marginal field
Nigerians abroad craze for fake marriage certificates
A disturbing trend has emerged, threatening the fabric of society.
Technology
Beyond coding: Some juicy career paths Nigerians leave for coding
Coding is always the buzzword in Nigeria and most developing economies when it comes to tech career or jobs.
HabariPay Hackathon sparks innovation in indigenous payment solutions
To groom local technology talent and drive financial inclusion through homegrown solutions, the fintech subsidiary of Guaranty Trust Holding Company, GTCO, HabariPay Limited, hosted its flagship innovation event, Take on Squad Hackathon 2.0.
NIGCOMSAT Hackathon to empower students, local innovators in North-West
To nurture innovation in North Western Nigeria, and foster creative solutions to real-world challenges using space technology, the Nigerian Communications Satellite, NIGCOMSAT, Ltd. is set to launch a Regional Space-Tech Hackathon and VSAT Training Programme in Jigawa State.
Google to buy cybersecurity company Wiz for $32 billion
Google said Tuesday it will acquire cloud security platform Wiz for $32 billion, citing the need for greater cybersecurity capacity as artificial intelligence embeds itself in technology infrastructure.
Education
Outstanding achievements celebrated at WAEC’s 73rd Annual Council Meeting
By Elizabeth Osayande The 73rd Annual Council Meeting of The West African Examinations Council, WAEC concluded with a celebration of academic excellence and the recognition of exceptional students in the sub-region. The meeting, held from March 17 to March 21, 2025, was graced by the presence of Liberia’s President, His Excellency Joseph Nyumah Boakai, who […]
‘Why Nigerians abroad are sending wards home to school’
“In most of the advanced nations, primary and secondary school education is free. So, if you now see Nigerians abroad, not minding that fact, and sending their children and wards back home”
Education should allow learners to unleash innate talents — Grande Oakbridge School boss
By Adesina Wahab Founder of Grande Oakbridge Montessori School, Lekki, Lagos, Mrs Hannah Royeke Obalade, has said education that will be beneficial to the child and the society at large should be one that helps the child unleash his innate talents and potential. Obalade, whose school is celebrating its 20th anniversary, said education must both […]
118m girls out of school globally — GPE
GPE, hosted by the World Bank, has said 118 million girls are out of school worldwide and that limited education opportunities for girls amounts to about $30 trillion loss