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Oyadiran estate residents groan over collapsed road, perennial flooding

Oyadiran estate residents groan over collapsed road, perennial flooding

By Ebunoluwa Sessou Residents of Oyadiran Estate in the Sabo axis of Yaba, Lagos, are living in constant fear and frustration as the once-serene neighbourhood has become a nightmare of broken roads, blocked drainages, and knee-deep floods whenever it rains. What used to be a smooth drive through the estate has turned into a stretch […]

Seme Customs command intensifies collaboration with stakeholders on border security, trade facilitation

Seme Customs command intensifies collaboration with stakeholders on border security, trade facilitation

By Godwin Oritse In a renewed drive to strengthen border operations and promote economic integration along the Abidjan-Lagos corridor, the Seme Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has embarked on a series of stakeholder engagements aimed at enhancing national security and facilitating legitimate cross-border trade. The initiative, spearheaded under the leadership of Comptroller Wale […]

EU Electoral Mission and our democracy

EU Electoral Mission and our democracy

Last week, the European Union Election Observation Mission, EU-EOM, visited outgoing Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Professor Mahmoud Yakubu, in Abuja and once again voiced its deep concern for the need to ensure electoral and judicial reforms before the 2027 general elections. Led by its Chairman, Barry Andrews, an Irish Member of […]

Women, Earth and Equity Workshop spurs climate action in Northern Nigeria

Women, Earth and Equity Workshop spurs climate action in Northern Nigeria

A new generation of ecofeminist leaders is redefining how Nigeria tackles the climate crisis. Over two days in Abuja, the Savannah Cohort of the Women, Earth and Equity (WEE) Climate Workshop convened climate advocates, researchers, and activists from across Northern Nigeria to shape inclusive, justice-driven climate solutions.

Hydrogen, Umpaya, Rotary Club tackle electronic waste through tree-planting

Hydrogen, Umpaya, Rotary Club tackle electronic waste through tree-planting

In a bid to take significant steps towards environmental sustainability, Hydrogen Payment Services Company Limited has launched an E-Waste Initiative, aimed at tackling electronic waste while promoting reforestation. The initiative, introduced earlier this year, was carried out in partnership with environmental solutions provider, Umpaya and supported by the Rotary Club of Akowonjo, District 9111.

Strengthening democracy: A call for electoral reforms, by Dakuku Peterside

Strengthening democracy: A call for electoral reforms, by Dakuku Peterside

Nigeria’s democracy is showing signs of fatigue where it matters most: at the ballot box. Voter turnout, a vital sign of democratic health, has declined from 57% in 2007 to just 26.7% in 2023—only 24.9 million of 93.47 million registered voters participated. These are not inert numbers; they are warnings. Many Nigerians now view elections […]

Drug abuse: NAS launches nationwide campaign against addiction, street life

Drug abuse: NAS launches nationwide campaign against addiction, street life

. Laments, says btw 40, 60 per cent of cases in rehab centres relapse By Olasunkanmi Akoni The National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity) has called for urgent national action to confront the growing twin crises of drug abuse and homelessness that continue to devastate Nigeria’s youth and vulnerable populations. NAS chapters across Nigeria, in […]