By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has warned that Nigeria’s democracy is under severe threat, with political opportunism replacing governance, opposition parties facing clampdowns, and the judiciary weakened by interference and corruption. In a State of the Nation Address to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, Comrade […]

By Agbonkhese Oboh Today, October 3, 2025, in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Fistula Foundation launched the Fistula Foundation Treatment Network (FFTN) in Nigeria, a nationwide effort to end the suffering caused by obstetric fistula, a tragic yet treatable childbirth injury. Obstetric fistula, caused by prolonged, obstructed labour without access […]

By Gabriel Ewepu In a quest to ensure inclusion in Africa’s mining sector, African First Ladies have thrown weight behind Women in Mining Africa, WIM-Africa, $150 million Action Plan (2026–2030). The endorsement was done during a continental webinar, where the First Lady of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, Mariem Mint Dah, maintained that women remain […]

By Emmanuel Elebeke The National Gallery of Arts yesterday marked Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day with a compelling exhibition themed “Canvas of Identity, Resilience, and Renewed Hope.” The event, held in Abuja, celebrated the nation’s rich artistic heritage while reflecting on the resilience of Nigerians and the renewed optimism inspired by the current administration. In his […]

Popular beauty queen and model, Nwaoma Ukachukwu, has expressed deep concern over the alarming rise of poverty in Africa, particularly in Nigeria, stressing that children remain the most vulnerable victims. In a statement issued to the media on Friday, Nwaoma warned that if the trend continues unchecked, it could trigger an unprecedented uprising among children. […]