By Esther Onyegbula The Bishop, Diocese of Badagry, Anglican Communion, Cathedral Church of St. Thomas, Badagry, Lagos, Rt. Rev. Babatunde Adeyemi, has called on the Federal Government to ensure that student loans disbursed under the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) are paid directly into the accounts of students rather than through tertiary institutions. Adeyemi made […]

By Moses Okezie-Okafor If history has taught anything to nations and peoples who have suffered collective trauma, it is that when their aspirations for progress pair with strategic vision, they can remix their trauma into power and turn defeat into destiny. I can think of no better modern example of this than China and her […]

By Evelyn Usman The Nigerian Navy has unveiled two commands: the Special Operations Command and the Marine Command, as its latest strategic initiative designed to strengthen its capacity to confront emerging security threats such as terrorism, piracy, and maritime crimes. The commands are required to undertake operations at sea, in littoral areas, and on land. […]

By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The Federal Government, in collaboration with development partners and other stakeholders, will soon  launch an initiative called  Partnership to Eliminate Cervical Cancer in Nigeria (PECCIN). PECCIN is an initiative of the National Task Force on Cervical Cancer Elimination (NTF-CCE) established to accelerate the implementation of World Health Organization’s 90-70-90 targets in […]

By Uche Aguoru In every generation, a few men rise not just to hold office but to define the spirit of their time. Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu is one of such rare men. In a political terrain that often rewards expediency over principle, and noise over substance, Ben Kalu stands tall: calm, persuasive, strategic, and […]

The Deputy Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly and Member representing Ethiope East Constituency, Olorogun (Barr.) Arthur Akpowowo appealed to Abraka residents to shelve planned protests scheduled for Monday and Tuesday. Recall that protestors stormed major roads in Abraka last week over what they described as heightened insecurity in Abraka, while calling on the state […]

By Dayo Oyinlola Across the globe, millions of children face complex challenges that hinder their ability to thrive. From poor nutrition and lack of access to healthcare, to exposure to unsafe environments and limited opportunities for recreation and development, many children live in a constant state of vulnerability. According to a joint report by the International […]

On June 12, 2025, Yhung Faith will release their latest project, “QUE SERA.” This isn’t just an album; it’s a carefully curated sonic odyssey, designed to take listeners on an unforgettable journey. “QUE SERA” showcases Yhung Faith’s evolution as an artist, blending their signature style with a diverse range of influences. The project is a […]

In a compelling story of academic distinction and international relevance, Nigerian-born Ijeoma Jacinta Nwokolo, an alumnus of the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE), is charting an extraordinary path as a rising global scholar at Western Michigan University, USA. Her progression from the lecture halls of FUPRE to the cutting-edge research spaces of a […]

In an emphatic validation of the undeniable deposits of raw musical talent in the Nigerian entertainment industry, fast-growing Afrobeat singer, Joel Ojua, better known as Joevicmaskoff, has revealed that a new “visuals that’ll blow your mind” and collaborations will hit the market soon. Joevicmaskoff, also referred to as Joevic among his folks, is a native […]