Fumudoh a pillar of unity in Ijaw Nation, says Otele
The Technical Assistant to the governor of Bayelsa State on General Duties, Mr. Kelvin Otele, has decribed the Life President of the Ijaw Nation, Chief Joshua Fumudoh, as a visionary leader and pillar of unity in the Ijaw Nation, whose life and contributions continue to inspire generations.
8Figurez reflects on his return to the scene
After nearly two years away from the spotlight, Nigerian-born, South Africa-based artist Jackson Irorere, popularly known as 8Figurez, is ready to reintroduce himself to the world.
FG’s HAjj fare cut offers lifeline to intending pilgrims
Sokoto PWA celebrates relief for thousands By Musa Ubandawaki SOKOTO — In a development that has ignited renewed hope among thousands of intending pilgrims, the Chairman of the Sokoto State Pilgrims Welfare Agency (PWA), Alhaji Ali Musa Sokoto, has Monday hailed the Federal Government’s decision to reduce the 2026 Hajj fare, describing it as a […]
Lagos moves to hold NASS in contempt for defying S’Court judgment
Lagos State has approached the Supreme Court seeking leave to commence contempt proceedings against the National Assembly over its continued move to pass the Central Gaming Bill, despite a subsisting judgment of the apex court declaring such legislation unconstitutional.
Stitches Africa unveils revolutionizing access to African fashion globally
A major milestone for African creativity was recorded weekend as Stitches Africa, a bold, AI-driven e-commerce platform for bespoke and ready-to-wear African fashion, was officially launched.
The ever-lingering Benue-Plateau crisis (4), by Eric Teniola
From last week continues the narrative on the Benue-Plateau crisis and the several means of finding amicable solutions to it. Benue and Plateau states have produced to date, the highest number of military officers, yet, their states have been terrorized by a tiny army of Fulani herdsmen for the past sixty years also. To the […]
Cross River govt recovers Tinapa from AMCON
*Says resort remains economic future, regional leisure hub By Ike Uchechukwu, Calabar The Cross River State Government has formally reclaimed ownership and control of the Tinapa Free Zone from the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria AMCON, marking a new phase for the once thriving business and leisure resort. Speaking at the handover ceremony in Calabar, […]
We must support our Armed Forces
During his Senate confirmation interview as the new Chief of Defence Staff, CDS, General Olufemi Oluyede made far-reaching recommendations towards restoring the efficacy of the Nigerian armed and security forces to enable them effectively defend the nation and protect its people as they used to do. At a time when the country is besieged by security challenges […]
2027: Done deals, dumb deals, by Hakeem Baba-Ahmed
“ A snake cannot bite you unless it is close to you.”— African proverb There is something eerily unprecedented about the current circumstances of political parties in Nigeria. In a way, they are the dream of the speculator and a nightmare for politicians looking for firm grounds to stand on as the contests for mandates in 2027 […]
Lamido secures court order to stop PDP national convention
The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Tuesday, issued an order, stopping the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, from going ahead with its planned National Convention.
Insecurity: Expert proffers high-performance barrier gates in key locations
By Olayinka Ajayi The Chief Executive Officer of Fenac Secure Solutions, a leading provider of home automation systems in West Africa, Mr. Jones Nwachukwu, has urged the President Bola Tinubu-led administration to introduce a High-Performance Traffic Barrier Gates into key public outlets in Nigeria. Nwachukwu said the innovation would secure lives and strengthen security in […]
