Agunechemba: Pay Corper Elohor N100m compensation, HURIWA tells Soludo
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called on Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State to pay N100 million in compensation to a serving female corps member, Miss Jennifer Elohor, who was allegedly brutalised and stripped naked by operatives of the state-owned security outfit, Agunechemba.
Bayelsa Govt raises alarm over fake products as health crises mount
The Bayelsa State Government has issued a strong warning over the growing circulation of fake drugs, beverages, cosmetics, and other hazardous products in local markets, linking the trend to the rising cases of liver, kidney, and lung diseases across the state.
Why we established drug rehabilitation centre in Ondo – Adeyeye
The founder of Minds Medica Specialist Hospital and Drug Rehabilitation Centre in Ondo town, Dr. Jibayo Adeyeye, has called for urgent action to address the growing cases of mental health disorders and substance abuse across Nigeria.
Plans to hijack Abia ADC won’t succeed – Obinna
By Ugochukwu Alaribe UMUAHIA -Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Abia State chapter,Mr Don Norman Obinna ,has warned that anybody or group planning to hijack the party from the members in the state won’t succeed. Obinna ,who stated this in an interview with Vanguard while reacting to his alleged suspension from the party, disclosed […]
Police bust notorious kidnap kingpins, armed gangs in Nasarawa
The Nasarawa State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in its fight against violent crime with the arrest of some of the most feared kidnap and armed robbery kingpins operating in the state.
‘I’m under attack over my race and ethnicity’ – Kemi Badenoch
Kemi Badenoch has spoken openly about the racism she has endured as the first black woman to lead the Conservative Party, admitting she has been surprised by the scale of the abuse.
Ondo commissioner lauds first lady, Aiyedatiwa, Adefulire for women’s empowerment
The Ondo State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Dr. Seun Osamaye, has extended heartfelt appreciation to the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Mrs. Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, for their unwavering support towards women’s empowerment in the state. […]
NDLEA foils widow’s cocaine smuggling plot with fake pregnancy
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 50-year-old widow and fashion designer, Mrs. Ifeoma Henrietta Ezewuike, who attempted to traffic 1.3kg of cocaine disguised as a pregnancy.
AFRIMA 2025: FG, Lagos State declare readiness to host Africa In November
By Benjamin Njoku It was a dazzling evening of elegance, warmth, and celebration as the All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA, hosted its 2025 Patron’s Dinner with the International Jury in Lagos. The gathering brought together policymakers, stakeholders in Africa’s creative economy, music executives, artists, media representatives, and AFRIMA’s international jurors from 14 countries who are […]
TICAD9: AfDB, Japan strengthen ties, target $5.5bn for Africa’s private sector
African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have agreed to inaugurate the sixth phase of the Enhanced Private Sector Assistance (EPSA6) initiative. The AfDB, in a statement on its website, said both organisations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the ongoing Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in […]
APC ‘ll contest to win Osun next year – Omisore
Joins governorship race By Shina Abubakar Osogbo The immediate past National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Senator Iyiola Omisore has disclosed that the party is not merely participating in next year governorship election in Osun State but determined to win the seat. This is as he commenced grassroots consultation across the state over […]
Interior minister seeks support in rehabilitating inmates across correctional centers
The minister, who was represented by Mr. Amos Ayodele Akemulewa, expressed gratitude to the Rotary Club for its contributions during an event marking the club’s 10th anniversary.
Abia North 2027: APC chieftain urges Oko Chukwu to back Senator Kalu
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Edward Kalu Okocha, has commended the immediate past Deputy Governor of Abia State, Hon Ude Oko Chukwu…
‘GHE GHE UNIVERSITY’: Coalition urges NUC to crack down on social media ‘universities’
By Osa Mbonu-Amadi, Arts Editor A coalition of academics, students, alumni, and concerned citizens has issued a strong protest urging the National Universities Commission, NUC, to take immediate regulatory action against social media comedians and content creators who misappropriate the term “university.” In a letter addressed to the Executive Secretary and Board of the NUC, […]
Boniface returns to Leverkusen as AC Milan yet to approve move after medicals
Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface is heading back to Bayer Leverkusen after medical concerns stalled his proposed move to AC Milan.
Is Gen-Z really drinking less, or just being choosier when they indulge?
By Charles Passy There’s evidence to suggest the challenges facing alcohol brands — especially with Gen Z — could be more a temporary blip than a permanent shift in drinking culture. So much for everyone riding that sober wave: The booze industry may actually be poised for a comeback. In recent years, we’ve heard plenty about the fact that […]
