By Ogalah Ibrahim No fewer than 20 out of the 34 local government areas in Katsina State, have reportedly entered into a peace accord with bandits, even as residents continue to express doubts over the sincerity and effectiveness of the deal, following fresh attacks in some of the affected communities. The agreement, reached during a […]

A host of eminent Nigerians, yesterday, dissected the state of the nation and returned a grim verdict: The country has performed below par compared to contemporaries and needs urgent action to halt the speedy slide into the abyss.

Former Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Arc. Obong Victor Attah, has been described as a visionary leader and democrat who has made remarkable contributions to national unity…

By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Naira yesterday appreciated to N1,470 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,475 per dollar on Wednesday. But the naira depreciated to N1,459.95 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM). Data published by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, showed that the exchange rate for the naira rose to […]

as FG releases 68 billion for vaccine finance , 15 billion arrears owed health workers By Ike Uchechukwu, Calabar The Federal Government has called on Nigeria’s 36 state governments to increase their health budget by at least one percent in 2026 to complement President Bola Tinubu’s ongoing health sector reforms. Coordinating Minister of Health and […]

By Ayo Onikoyi Lagos-based rising star Badmanprezzy has opened a vibrant new chapter in his career with the release of “Many Things,” a celebratory record that stands tall as an anthem of elevation, gratitude, and renewed confidence. After taking time to sharpen his craft and refine his direction, Badmanprezzy returns with a spirit that feels […]

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo The Kaduna State Government has intensified major infrastructure projects across the state in line with Governor Uba Sani’s development agenda, the Managing Director of the Kaduna State Roads Agency (KADRA), Dr. Abdullahi Baba Ahmed, has said. Dr. Ahmed, who also serves as the Governor’s Overseeing Adviser on Project Monitoring, Implementation and Result […]

By Jimoh Babatunde President of La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort and founder of the IPADA Initiative, Otunba Wanle Akinboboye, has reiterated the need for greater unity among African nations to unlock the continent’s vast tourism potential.   He made the call while giving an update on preparations for this year’s edition of the IPADA  celebration. Akinboboye noted […]

By Adeola Badru Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) across Oyo State are set to benefit from improved coordination and communication following the distribution of new mobile phones and directories to 66 facilities. The distribution, facilitated by First Health Dynamic Synergy International Limited in partnership with the Oyo State Government, is aimed at strengthening service delivery and […]

By Adeola Badru A renewed call for inclusive leadership in Kogi State has reignited debate over the political legacy of the late Prince Abubakar Audu, with one of his associates, Yusuf Adams, insisting that the state must return to the principle of equitable power rotation championed by the former governor. In a statement titled “Reclaiming […]