The sovereignty of China over Taiwan is unquestionable
Dr. Adetoro Banwo, University of Lagos, Nigeria The concept of sovereignty has been extensively theorized by prominent scholars such as Jean Bodin, Thomas Hobbes, John Locke, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, and John Austin. These theorists commonly assert that sovereignty denotes the supreme and absolute authority vested in a particular body to legislate and govern within a defined […]
Daniella Edochie’s rise from mom’s shadow to stardom
May Edochie and her daughter, Daniella are currently setting the internet buzzing. In fact, since Daniella hugged the limelight after landing her first endorsement deal, which her parents, May and Yul Edochie, celebrated on social media, she has become the toast of many netizens. Yul shared a screen-recorded video of his daughter and prayed for her to be 50 times greater than him.
NYSC at 52: Issues and Perspectives
By Promise Adiele In 1999, when I went to the Faculty of Arts, University of Lagos notice board to check my posting for the National Youth Service Corps scheme, it was with a mixture of urgency and excitement, especially having spent six months at home after graduating in August 1998. In those days, graduates looked […]
2027: Nwokeabia urged to lead the opposition in Enugu State
An independent analyst, Johnson Ideke, has said that as the political landscape of Enugu State continues to evolve, one name, Dr. John Nwokeabia stands out as a beacon of hope and progressive leadership.
How local Mallams resist reform of Almajiri schools in northern Nigeria
The word Almajiri was derived from an Arabic word, Al-muhajirun, which means a migrant who travels from one place to another in search of Islamic knowledge under the guidance of an Islamic scholar, popularly known as Mallam. While the Almajiri education system has existed for centuries, it has evolved in ways that now contribute to various social issues, as most people now associate Almajiri with begging.
Police, soldiers among 160 killed in Benue in one month
Available records of the bloody onslaughts in the last month indicated that on May 2, 2025 the marauders invaded Akpete community in Apa Local Government Area, LGA, killing four persons while several others sustaining injuries and some others went missing
Kenna partners honours Ibenaku Onoh at maiden infrastructure colloquium in Enugu
By Chinedu Adonu Nigeria’s leading commercial law firm, Kenna Partners, has honoured the Executive Chairman of Enugu North Local Government Area, Dr. Ibenaku Harford Onoh, with a distinguished award at its maiden Infrastructure Colloquium held in Enugu. The award was presented on Thursday during the high-level event themed “Support Mechanisms for Infrastructure Development and Financing.” […]
Eid el-Kabir: Najibullah Tafida urges Muslims to uphold sacrifice, unity
By Adesina Wahab As Muslims in Nigeria and across the world observe the solemn festival of Eid el-Kabir, Dr. Najibullah Umar Tafida Argungu, Santurakin Augie and House of Representatives hopeful from Kebbi State, has extended warm greetings and heartfelt felicitations to the Muslim faithful. In a goodwill message marking the occasion, Dr. Tafida, who also […]
Eid-el-Kabir: Yakubu Dogara calls for national cohesion, empathy
By Adesina Wahab Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, who is now the Chairman of the National Credit Guarantee Company Limited (NCGC), Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, has congratulated Muslim faithful on the celebration of Eid-el-Kabir, urging Nigerians to embrace unity, sacrifice, and shared responsibility. In his Sallah message, Dogara described the festival as a […]
NANS celebrates, Tinubu’s aide, Yusuf, on birthday
The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has described Hon. Kamorudeen Yusuf, Personal Assistant to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on Special Duties, as a beacon of hope and empowerment to youths.
Nollywood’s female feud: Eguavoen advises colleagues to prioritize unity, kindness over jealousy
Actress Angela Eguavoen has expressed concern over the unhealthy attitude of some female colleagues in Nollywood, who she claims enjoy pulling down each other out of hatred.
Mali launches counteroffensive against terrorists, destroys shelters in Sahel
Armed Forces of the Republic of Mali have fingered external actors in the terrorist activities within Malian territory and across the broader Sahel region, saying it will take necessary measures to put a stop to them. Chief of Armed Forces of Mali, Major General Oumar Diarra, in a statement, said a recent investigation by the […]
Akugbene Erosion: Palliative measures showing results as community leader commends Hon. Mutu
…Community Appeals to NDDC for Prompt Implementation of Rock Piling Project By Chancel Bomadi Sunday BOMADI — Dredging work on the erosion-ravaged waterfront of Akugbene community in Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta State—an interim intervention initiated by Hon. Nicholas Ebomo Mutu, the lawmaker representing Patani/Bomadi Federal Constituency—is yielding significant results. The development has sparked […]
NAPS Southwest decorates Habeeb Whyte as Legal Adviser
By Adesina Wahab The National Association of Polytechnic Students, NAPS, Southwest Zone, has decorated Ambassador Habeeb Whyte as its Legal Adviser. In a statement by NAPS Southwest Zonal Coordinator, Comrade Obasanya Monday Johnson, the body said the choice of Whyte was hinged on his advocacy for youth empowerment and support for youth related events. He […]
Ward Delineation: Mamamu insists Ugbanabou is under Ogbe-Ijoh, dismisses misleading claims
An Ijaw leader from Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom in Warri South-West Local Government Area , Delta State, Chief (Comrade) Bené Youkore Mamamu has reiterated his position that Ugbanabou community, Warri South-West Local Government Area is under Ogbe-ljoh Warri Kingdom.
Akpabio becomes a father again, by Emmanuel Aziken
Yesterday’s formal defection of Governor Umo Eno from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP to the All Progressives Congress, APC, was about the worst kept secret in the political arena. However, about the best kept secret at the point of defection was the issue with the governor’s godfather and immediate predecessor, Deacon Udom Emmanuel. It is understood that […]
