Investors converge on Owerri
Owerri took centre stage in Nigeria’s investment calendar last week as top political and business leaders from within and outside Africa gathered for the two-day Imo Economic and Investment Summit.
This isn’t politics, you never met bail conditions, EFCC slams Malami
By Luminous Jannamike Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has pushed back strongly against claimsby former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, that his bail was revoked over his attendance at a political gathering in Kebbi State, insisting the matter has nothing to do with politics but everything to do […]
Why next Awujale won’t emerge tomorrow – Ruling House
By James Ogunnaike Fusengbuwa ruling house has postponed the nomination meeting for the next Awujale of Ijebuland, fixed for tomorrow. Fusengbuwa Nomination Committee for the new Awujale, in a statement, titled: ‘To all Members of Fusengbuwa Ruling House, Ijebu-Ode,’ said: “Due to circumstances beyond the family’s control, the Fusengbuwa Ruling House Awujale Nomination Meeting scheduled […]
Ooni speaks on what Fani-Kayode’s ambassadorial nomination means for Ife, Osun
•Obalúfe offers prayers By Nnamdi Ojiego The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has described the nomination and successful screening ofChief Femi Fani-Kayode as an ambassador as a fresh honour for Ife and Osun State. Speaking after the former Minister of Aviation was cleared for his new role, Ooni noted that the people of […]
Amnesty zeroes-in on Imo Tiger Base over alleged human rights abuse
…to release report this week •Reacts to attempted coup in Benin, others By Nnamdi Ojiego Amnesty International (AI) has said it will release a detailed report this week on what it described as serious violations at the Tiger Base detention facility in Owerri, the Imo State capital, warning that the findings expose a troubling pattern […]
Benin Republic: How African leaders play into the hands of coup plotters —Falana
“… if we are going to help another country to stabilize, you must ensure that democracy in your own country is institutionalised.”
Fear grips Benue community as bandits raid, abduct residents
By Peter Duru, Makurdi Panic has enveloped communities in Mnashisha, Tongov area of Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of BenueState, following renewed attacks by suspected armed bandits allegedly led by a notorious gang leader known as Jugu. Residents said the armed gang stormed the area earlier in the week, abducting several persons from their homes, before […]
Enugu approves construction, reconstruction of 1,022 roads
The Enugu State government has approved the construction and reconstruction of 1,022 urban roadsin line with Governor Peter Mbah’s administration’s target to pave all the roads in the metropolis before the end of his first term in office. This was made known at the end of the Enugu State Executive Council meeting at the weekend. […]
Nigeria Weighs State Police
As the National Assembly votes on the State Police Constitution Alteration Bill this week following President Bola Tinubu’s plea, the national debate on decentralised policing has intensified.
AMAN @ 30 AWARDS: An unforgettable night of high Emotions & Razzmatazz
The much promoted Artiste Managers Association in Nigeria (AMAN) @ 30 Awards held at Eko Hotel with the best in Nigeria Creative industry both young and veterans present.
Digitalization key to cooperative growth, as LASCOFED leaders conference holds in Lagos
Cooperative leaders from across Lagos State converged at the Novotel Hotel, Lekki, Lagos, for the 2025 LASCOFED Cooperative Leaders’ Conference, with a clear call to action: embrace digital transformation and adapt to evolving economic and social realities.
CSOs call for constructive engagement between legislature and examination bodies
A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) has called for constructive, transparent and mutually respectful engagement between committees of the House of Representatives and Nigeria’s examination bodies, emphasising the importance of preserving institutional independence within the education sector.
PA DOMINGO AMIDU (1915-1998): Baba Ite, Founder, Waka Club 1945, by Dele Sobowale
“There is nothing which has yet been contrived by man, by which so much happiness is produced as by a good tavern or inn.” Dr Samuel Johnson, 1709-1784. VANGUARD BOOK OF QUOTATIONS, VBQ p 183. Nigerian clubs are modern versions of taverns in Great Britain long before the eighteenth century – places men, and occasionally some […]
Dayo Amusa emerges National Vice President of Actors Guild of Nigeria
Celebrated and talented Nollywood actress, Dayo Amusa, has been elected the National Vice President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN).
Sifawa Dev Forum condemns ‘Malicious Campaign’ against Ex–Army Chief Faruk Yahaya
The Sifawa Development Forum (SDF) has strongly condemned what it described as a coordinated campaign of falsehoods, doctored video clips and malicious propaganda targeting Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya (rtd), former Chief of Army Staff and the Zarumman Sokoto.
EU, Gombe State unveil Solar-Powered Health Initiative
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The European Union (EU) and the Government of Gombe State have formally launched a landmark initiative aimed at improving healthcare delivery through reliable, renewable energy solutions. The Nigeria Solar for Health Project (NISHP) was unveiled in Gombe alongside the inauguration of a Project Implementation Steering Committee that will oversee the deployment […]
