Ned Nwoko seeks mandate to track, trace, recover stolen crude oil proceeds
Sen. Ned Nwoko (APC-Delta) has sought an expanded mandate to track, trace, and recover stolen crude oil proceeds both locally and internationally. Nwoko, who represents Delta North Senatorial District and is the Chairman, Senate Ad hoc Committee on Oil Theft and Sabotage, made the call on Thursday while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria […]
African designers, architects urged to adopt smart, sustainable materials
Chemical and Allied Products PLC, CAP, has urged African designers, architects, and builders to adopt smart, sustainable materials that balance aesthetics with environmental responsibility. Managing Director of CAP, Bolarin Okunowo, made the call during Design Week Lagos 2025. Okunowo, in her address titled: ‘Colour, Materials & Innovation in Our Built Environment’, said the future of […]
Bandits kill 2 elders, abduct many in fresh Katsina attack
By Ogalah Ibrahim Tragedy struck again in Katsina State as bandits, on Tuesday night, invaded Doguwar Šorawa, a community barely two kilometres from Guga in Bakori Local Government Area of the state, killing two elderly community leaders and abducting several residents. The latest assault, which residents described as “gruesome and heartbreaking,” adds to the unending […]
Nigerian newspapers review: Foreign lobbyists fuelling genocide claims in Nigeria – FG
Another headline features the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, getting his last opportunity from the court to present his defence against the terrorism charges instituted by the Nigerian government.
Three EdTech startups get seed funding from Women and Career foundation
By Prince Osuagwu Three education technology, Edtech startups have received a huge boost to their careers when a nongovernmental organisation, Women and Career, recently doled out seed funding necessary to scale their ideas into proper entrepreneurship. The lucky startups, The Varlc project, Ntapi Inc, and Neuronest were among the finalists after a rigorous 12-weeks training […]
Kidnapped Edo minor seminarian dies, community members abducted on farm road
By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY—IVIANOKPODI community in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, has been thrown into mourning as one of the minor seminarians kidnapped since July has been reported dead in the hands of the kidnappers. This came as five people from the same community were reportedly kidnapped on their way to […]
Social justice must drive Africa’s development – Osinbajo tells leaders
Former Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo has called for a paradigm shift in Africa’s development strategy, urging governments and institutions to place social justice at the centre of economic growth. Osinbajo made the call at the Ford Foundation Office for West Africa (FFOWA)high-level anniversary celebration titled “OWA@65: From Nation Building to Social Justice,” in Abuja. […]
Nigerian Army intensifies efforts to build combat-ready warriors – COAS
The Chief of Army Staff(COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has emphasised the importance of building combat-ready warriors in the Nigerian Army for operational effectiveness . Shaibu stated this while declaring open a seminar on intensifying warrior ethos, post-traumatic stress disorder management and drug/substance abuse held at the Jaji Military Cantonment in Kaduna State on Wednesday . […]
U.S. Supreme Court asks critical questions about Trump’s tariffs
Justices of the U.S. Supreme Court, including conservative ones, repeatedly asked critical questions of the administration of Donald Trump as they heard arguments on whether the president had the authority to impose sweeping tariffs under a 1977 emergency law. The judges heard arguments from the administration and opponents of Trump’s actions in a session lasting […]
PANDEF Lagos stages grand solidarity rally at UNILAG to honour Diri
The Lagos Chapter of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) on Wednesday held a major solidarity outing at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) in honour of the Executive Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri.
NDLEA raises alarm over circulation of fake medicinal cannabis
By: Kingsley Omonobi The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has alerted the Nigerian public about the circulation of dangerous illicit substances being falsely packaged and marketed to the public as medicinal cannabis. NDLEA said the public alert became necessary following credible intelligence, which led to the arrest of a 28-year-old drug kingpin Afeez Salisu […]
Police demand N300,000 to free woman over friend’s death in Lagos
By Victor Ahiuma-Young Police officers at the Sagamu Road Police Station, Ikorodu, Lagos State, have come under fire for allegedly demanding N300, 000 to release a woman in custody following the sudden death of her male friend, who reportedly died before arrival at the Ikorodu General Hospital early Tuesday. Vanguard gathered that the woman, whose […]
Again, suspected herders kill barber in fresh attack on Benue community
By Peter Duru Makurdi—Suspected armed herdsmen have launched a fresh attack on Rijo community in Ogege Council Ward, Ado Local Government Area of Benue State, killing a barbing salon operator, identified as Mr. Thomas Edeh, and displacing several residents. Many persons were also reportedly missing following the incident. The assailants reportedly invaded the community, located […]
Soludo, Ukachukwu talk tough as campaign ends
By Clifford Ndujihe AS campaigns for Saturday’s governorship election in Anambra State end today, the leading candidates are talking tough and fancying their chances of winning the poll. While incumbent Governor Chukwuma Soludo of the All progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, boasted that the people had taken over his campaign, which he said has divine backing, […]
Food Sustainability: One Acre Fund Targets 4 Million Farmers to Boost Food Production in Nigeria
By Demola Akinyemi Ilorin As part of its commitment to promoting food sustainability ,combating climate change,and ensure improved standard of living,One Acre Fund, a nonprofit organization supporting smallholder farmers, has announced plans to empower four million farmers across Nigeria by 2030 through its integrated credit and agroforestry initiatives. Speaking during the Kwara Harvest Day held […]
Soludo’s re-election a collective responsibility —Speaker
SPEAKER of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Dr. Somtochukwu Udeze, has called on eligible voters in the state to come out in their numbers to perform their franchise. Udeze, who according NAN, made the call, yesterday, during a media chart in his country home Atani, Ogbaru Local Government Area of the state, ahead of […]
