Water Resources Ministry generates over N7bn from Kashambila Dam concessioning – Minister
….commissions dams, irrigation, sanitation projects By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – THE Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr Joseph Utsev, Friday, disclosed that the Ministry generated over ₦7 billion from the concessioning of the 40MW Kashimbila Hydropower Plant in January 2024. This was made known by Utsev during his presentation of report on the progress […]
Tinubu, Jonathan, Gowon, Mutfwang, Others celebrate Mary Lar at 90
By Nnasom David Prominent Nigerian leaders, including President Bola Tinubu, former Head of State Gen. Yakubu Gowon, and former President Goodluck Jonathan, gathered in Abuja on Thursday to celebrate the 90th birthday of Ambassador Professor Mary N. Lar, the wife of late Solomon Lar, the first National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and […]
Excitement as Keystone Bank reopens revamped Ketu branch in Lagos
Keystone Bank Limited, a leading financial services provider in Nigeria, has officially reopened its fully revamped branch located at Plot 584, Ikorodu Road, Ketu, Lagos.
Cosmas Ternenge Akighir: The steady hand the North Central Development Commission needs
The North Central Development Commission (NCDC) stands at a pivotal juncture. Plagued by years of underinvestment, insecurity, and institutional inertia, the region is long overdue for purposeful leadership.
Why we are bringing Solar Power, Stability to Hospitals – Olalekan Ojuko
By Chioma Okoye For many hospitals across Nigeria, power outages are more than just an inconvenience—they can be life-threatening. Recognizing this critical challenge, 7thCare Technology, under the leadership of Olalekan Ojuko, has made solar-powered energy solutions a core part of its service offerings. “You can’t digitize a hospital if they can’t even keep the lights […]
Oshoffa’s Transition at 40: Group calls for prayers, unity
By Olayinka Latona True Word in Season, a spiritual group within the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC), has urged Christians to remain united in both spiritual and physical solidarity to move the nation forward. The call was made by the group’s founder, Brother Samuel Bolaji, during a press conference held at the church’s national headquarters, […]
Pond entertainment makes waves with South African star Blulyt
By Benjamin Njoku Africa is about to witness a major power move in the music scene, as Nigeria’s newly launched record label, Pond Entertainment, teams up with South African-born and based artist Blulyt (real name Nonofang Disetlhe), in a partnership that’s already raising eyebrows and expectations. Pond Entertainment, based in Nigeria and already buzzing in […]
JEOG backs JAMB Registrar over handling of 2025 UTME results
By Gift ChapiOdekina,Abuja The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Equal Opportunity Group (JEOG) has declared full support for the Registrar of JAMB, Professor Is-haq Oloyede, following his public address on the controversy surrounding the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results. In a statement made available to news men in Abuja by its chairman, […]
Ekwueme demands JAMB overhaul after UTME failures
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – Barrister Peter Ekwueme, the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) Senate Aspirant for Anambra South, has called for a complete restructuring of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) following widespread errors in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Ekwueme also demanded the resignation of the JAMB Registrar, citing incompetence […]
UK to establish return hubs in 3rd countries for failed asylum seekers
By Nkiruka Nnorom with agency report UNITED Kingdom government, yesterday, said it plans to set up return hubs in third countries to hold asylum seekers with rejected claims before deportation. The UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, disclosed the plan during a state visit to Albania focused on tackling illegal migration. The UK leader has […]
Jomapel Yankee: Sierra Leonean voice making waves in Afrobeats with ‘Hotter than Eternity’
Known for blending Caribbean swagger with West African grooves, Sierra Leonean artist Jomapel Yankee is carving his lane in the Afrobeats scene
NGO inspires young girls on purpose, possibility
Move to Impact, a non-governmental organisation which focuses on empowering the next generation of youths to dream, lead, and take action recently organised the 8th Edition of its empowerment program. Themed “Be the Change”, Move to Impact inspired a hall full of secondary school girls with his remarkable journey into the world of communications. The […]
Mbah receives EPL trophy, seeks Guinness’ partnership to grow Sports in Enugu
…Why we chose Enugu- Guinness The Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has expressed his eagerness to partner with Guinness Nigeria PLC to accelerate his administration’s sports development effort, describing the state as the home of sporting legends, who have ruled the world of sports as well as home of abundant talents for the […]
Yakubu, Enebeli commend Quadri, Jadesola as they shine at IGP squash finals
Sixteen-year-old Yusuf Quadri, a junior champion, shocked the crowd by defeating senior top seeded player, Lanre Abdulrahman in the men’s final of the IGP Squash Contenders Invitational Classics on Thursday in Lagos. The epic five-round action packed game ended 11/5, 11/13, 11/9, 6/11 and 7/13 in favour of Quadri. Top seed Olatunji Jadesola also impressed, […]
NITDA’s Startup portal and Nigerian innovators
It began without fanfare. No confetti. No grand press conference. Just a quiet upload on a government website — startup dot gov dot ng. …
Afiesere community calls for sack of contractor over abandoned FG project
By Etop Ekanem The People of Afiesere Community in Ughelli North local government area of Delta state, yesterday, called for the immediate sack of a contractor over abandoned federal government substation project over a year without any meaningful reason. The protesters who lamented while speaking to newsmen said Afiesere community has been experiencing power outrage […]
