Korea, Nigeria promote bilateral relations through arts, culture
By Favour Ulebor, Abuja The Korean Embassy in Nigeria has deepened cultural diplomacy with Nigeria through the launch of a unique art exhibition titled “Hanbok Reborn as Art”, held on Thursday at the Nike Art Gallery in Abuja. The exhibition celebrates the Hanbok—Korea’s traditional attire—reimagined by eleven contemporary Korean artists using modern artistic techniques. It […]
Police in Imo demotes officer for brutalising middle-aged man
By Emmanuel Iheaka The Imo State Police Command has demoted a sergeant, Anayo Ekezie over an incident of assault. A video of some policemen assaulting a man along the Owerri-Aba road had gone viral recently. The spokesman of the police in the state, Henry Okoye, Wednesday night, confirmed that the cops had been identified and […]
Delegates arrive Lagos as Okpe union begins 95th anniversary, National executive election
Delegates from the seven continents of the world have started arriving in Lagos for the 95th anniversary of the Okpe Union. ‘’The National leadership of the Okpe Union calls on all Okpe Nationals and friends of the Okpe Nation to roll out their drums on the 16th of May 2025 to celebrate the 95th Founders […]
2025 Hajj: NAHCON closes pilgrims’ registration, holds inaugural flight in Imo
According to Usara, an extension was earlier made possible through the intervention of NAHCON Chairman Prof. Abdullahi Saleh, despite closure of contract by March 25.
Environmental issues not given priority – Minister
The Minister of Environment has expressed deep concern over the continued neglect of environmental issues in Nigeria, warning that the lack of attention threatens public health, food security, and the nation’s economy.
2027: Northerners opposed to Tinubu are seeking patronage, recognition — Arewa Youth Consultative Forum
As some northern voices rise in opposition to President Bola Tinubu’s potential re-election in 2027, the Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF) has dismissed them as self-seeking individuals frustrated by a lack of recognition and patronage from the current administration.
Israel threatens to do to Iran what it has done to Hamas
Hezbollah began launching attacks in October 2023 in support of its ally Hamas following its unprecedented attack on southern Israel.
Ondo: Self-acclaimed monarch, four others arrested over illegal installation
— To be arraigned in Court By Dayo Johnson, Akure Police detectives in Ondo State have arrested Adekolajo Aladeseyi, a self-acclaimed traditional ruler, for allegedly installing himself as the Olujare of Ijare in the Ifedore Local Government Area without proper authorization. Aladeseyi was arrested alongside four other chiefs on the orders of the state government. […]
Low crude prices, competition force drop in petrol prices
By Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor Downstream sector operators have adjusted the prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, and other petroleum products due to the continued fall in crude oil prices. The downward adjustments, Vanguard gathered, was also driven by competition as local producers battle imported products. According to Petroleum Price NG, Nipco […]
Reps panel probes N200bn loan to DISCOs
The House of Representatives is to investigate the disbursement and utilisation of the N200 billion Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) loan for the National Mass Metering Programme (NMMP) to Electricity Distribution Companies (DISCOs) The Chairman of the Committee, Rep. Uchenna Okonkwo (LP-Anambra) made this known in a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja, adding that […]
