Former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido, one of the original nine persons (G9) that laid the foundation of what later became the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has revealed how the late Chief Bola Ige challenged northerners in the group to prove their sincerity in the fight against General Sani Abacha’s rule.

By Peter Duru, The United Nations Children’s Fund, UNICEF, in collaboration with the Benue State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Welfare, BSMWASW, have commenced the phased training of 330 Community-Based Child Protection Structures, CBCPS, in Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs, camps and host communities in the state. Facilitated by JASPI Health and Gender Development Initiative, […]

By Emem Idio, Yenagoa Former Member of the Federal House of Representative from Bayelsa State, Mr. Israel Sunny-Goli has declared that President Bola Tinubu has demonstrated remarkable religious neutrality and inclusivity in his dealings with all faith communities. This is just as he berated the former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir […]

By Godwin Oritse The Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a shipment of prohibited pharmaceuticals and other contraband goods with an estimated duty paid value (DPV) of N3.2 billion. The shipment smuggled into the country through the Lagos Port Complex, was uncovered following an enforcement operations, while three suspects have been […]

In the bustling heart of Lagos, a new symbol of modern luxury is taking shape: El Magnifico, an exclusive mini-estate of 11 five-bedroom duplexes nestled in the prestigious Oniru area of Victoria Island. But behind this architectural marvel stands a man whose journey from humble beginnings to real estate magnate is as compelling as the […]

By Dr. Charles Orbih Introduction Silicon Valley is synonymous with innovation, entrepreneurship, and technological breakthroughs. It has produced some of the most influential companies in the world, including Apple, HP, Sun Microsystems, Cisco Systems, Oracle, IBM, Network Appliance, Juniper Networks, 3Com, Novell, Silicon Graphics, Intel, and Microsoft. While these firms form the backbone of the […]

By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri The North East Development Commission (NEDC) in collaboration with Nigeria Arabic Language Village (NALV) have concluded the two- Week Train- The- Trainer Workshop for 600 Tsangaya and Islamiyya Teachers across the North East geopolitical zone. Themed: ‘Modern Technics of Teaching Arabic for Peace Building: Integration of Arabic Calligraphy’, was apt and […]

By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume (APC Borno South) has donated two bulls and a token of N1 million cash which would be delivered in the next couple of days to enable troops of North East ‘Operation Hadin Kai’ based in Damboa celebrate their successes against renewed Boko Haram attack. This gesture is […]

…says it’s giving back to society  In a move widely hailed as a timely wake-up call for Anambra industrialists, investors, and successful businessmen;  including the diaspora,  to always  think home and develop home, an illustrious son of Aku village in Ezinifite —Aguata Local  Government Area  of  Anambra State — Chief (Dr .) Amb. Ikenna Anthony […]

By Theodore Opara The Jetour X70, a Crossover Sports Utility Vehicle, introduced in 2018, takes its place of pride as the first product of the Jetour brand. It was developed under the iPeL (intelligent platform of e-network and lightweight) chassis and aimed at the growing demand for spacious family SUVs. The X70 has since become a […]

By Moses Nosike The Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministries has given out free 50 tricycles and 30 sewing machines to some members of the church and non-members as economic empowerment. This empowerment will help beneficiaries to fend for themselves, families and come out of poverty. The church also gave out 1000 bags of rice, 2000 […]

By Gabriel Ewepu In this interview, the Chief Executive Officer, CEO, Vannin Healthcare, Oliver van Veen, said the healthcare system in Nigeria and other African countries is a big concern to them, therefore, had rolled out interventions to change the narrative, while speaking on other issues. Excerpts: Can you introduce yourself? Oliver van Veen, Chief […]

By Etop Ekanem Lagos— FoodCo Nigeria, operators of the largest supermarket chain brand in the Southwest region, has emerged the 2nd Fastest Growing Company in Africa – Retail Category – in the recently published Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies 2025 ranking. The annual ranking, compiled by global business publication, Financial Times, in collaboration with data and […]

A Zamfara-based advocacy group has hailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, for appointing Hon. Yazeed Shehu Danfulani as Managing Director of the Nigerian Agricultural Insurance Corporation (NAIC). The commendation came via a statement signed by the group’s chairman, Mr Imran Usman Bore, who described the […]

By Justice Faloye  There is no doubt that true Federalism in a culturally diverse nation like Nigeria is the ultimate political aspiration towards an egalitarian just society, but like every good thing it requires investment to achieve.  Apart from issues of state policing for better security, opposed by those that want to keep the centralized […]