Residents and education stakeholders in Abia State have called for clearer public information following the release of the state government’s Q4 2025 (October–December) SFTAS Financial Report, which outlines expenditure on the rehabilitation of public schools within the period.

Much has been said and is being said about the Federal Government’s controversial tax reforms. They got off to a very bad start when some legislators claimed that the version of the law passed by the National Assembly was not the same as the document President Tinubu signed. Ali Ndume, the former Senate Leader, is one […]

By FRANK EGBORO  Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) was an Italian astronomer, physicist, and mathematician, often referred to as the “father of modern science.” He made significant contributions to scientific revolution, including improvements to the telescope and consequent astronomical observations, such as the discovery of Jupiter’s four largest moons and the phases of Venus. His works laid the foundation […]

The Jagora Buro Youth Vanguard in Kebbi State has endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Governor Nasir Idris for a second term ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Western Europe which for the first time in 80 years has sent troops in a growing dispute with the United States, US, is falsely claiming it sent its military to disputed Greenland on noble grounds. French President Emmanuel Macron on January 27, 2026 claimed the Europeans are engaged in the face-off to assert European sovereignty, […]

Nigerian musician, poet and actor Ogunbiyi Bolaji Kingsley has officially announced a name change, transitioning from “Monark IsHere” to “MonarchK”, marking a new chapter in his artistic journey.

IN the January 9 edition of this column, I discussed taxation, the new tax laws and the well-being of our country and our people in so far as taxation is concerned. Writing under the headline Government, Nigerians and Taxation, I surmised that a huge chunk of our people will remain outside the tax net and that tax […]

IN the January 9 edition of this column, I discussed taxation, the new tax laws and the well-being of our country and our people in so far as taxation is concerned. Writing under the headline Government, Nigerians and Taxation, I surmised that a huge chunk of our people will remain outside the tax net and that tax […]

The North Central Youths Support Group for Tinubu 2027 has officially announced its formation and forthcoming public inauguration, marking a major milestone in youth-driven political mobilization across Nigeria’s North Central region. The movement is aimed at strengthening grassroots support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership while promoting unity, national development, and inclusive governance. At the […]

By Shina Abubakar Osogbo The Osun Development Agenda, ODA, has launched a teachers’ transformation and empowerment initiative to better equipped them on service delivery. While laying the foundation stone of its Secretariat which coincides with its 30th anniversary, the group also sought the support of the State Government to deliver on its mandate. Chairman of […]

The Nigerian Army, in collaboration with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons NAPTIP, has arrested seven persons over their alleged involvement in an attempt to sell a day old baby in Calabar, Cross River State.

Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Nigeria’s first lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu on Thursday donated 50 buses and 30 tricycles to the Obafemi Awolowo University, OAU, Ile-Ife, to ease the problems of transportation among students and members of staff. The first lady was joined by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi […]

By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – STAKEHOLDERS from the medical, education, judiciary and other sectors of the society on Thursday lamented the continued underfunding of the health sector despite legislations to the contrary, a situation they lamented has led to many Nigerians paying from their pocket for their health needs which they said is an […]

Bridge Seed Global has announced the launch of a new impact-focused accelerator programme designed to support young African startup founders with non-dilutive capital and access to global networks. The accelerator targets founders between the ages of 18 and 35 and will provide selected startups with £5,000 in non-dilutive funding, alongside mentorship, structured business support and […]

…recognises Abdulrahman-led Caretaker Committee as authentic A Federal High Court sitting in Ibadan, Oyo State, has nullified the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Convention held in the city between November 15 and 16, 2025. The court also ruled that the Caretaker Committee led by Mohammed Abdulrahman and Senator Samuel Anyanwu remained the only recognised National […]