Power outage looms amid scheduled power plants maintenance
…Egbin, Azura, Sapele, Transcorp plants affected By Obas Esiedesa Electricity generation across the country is expected to dip temporarily as scheduled maintenance on a major gas facility will curtail supply to several thermal power plants. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) on Thursday announced that Seplat Energy Plc, a joint venture partner and key supplier […]
Synergy between engineering, agriculture key to Nigeria’s industrialization – Industry expert, Omaghomi
Nigeria stands at a critical juncture where the ambition for industrial growth must meet the reality of its economic foundation: agriculture. According to renowned industry expert Engr. Alex Omaghomi, the path to sustainable industrialization is not through bypassing the agricultural sector, but by deeply integrating modern engineering principles within it. While the nation has long […]
NMA hails Police over arrest of kidnap suspect linked to doctor’s abduction in Edo
The Nigeria Medical Association, NMA, Edo State Branch has commended the Edo State Police Command, led by Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, for their apprehension of a kidnap suspect linked to the abduction of one of its members, emphasising the police force’s unwavering dedication to citizen safety.
One year after: PANDEF pays tribute to Clark
By Henry Umoru ABUJA—One year after the death of Chief Edwin Clark, Pan Niger Delta Forum, PANDEF, the apex socio-political body of the South-South geo-political zone has paid glowing tribute to him. In a statement, yesterday, PANDEF’s national chairman, Ambassador Godknows Igali, said one year gone and his presence is still mighty, as he was […]
Insecurity: Community Policing remains best solution, says Ajia
By Demola Akinyemi Ilorin A security expert and 2019 governorship aspirant in Kwara State, Dr Ibrahim Mohammed Ajia, has said that community policing, among others, remains the most effective framework for tackling the protracted challenge of insecurity in the country. Ajia said the adoption of community policing would help security agencies to harvest information among […]
Naira rises to N1,393/$ in parallel market
The Naira yesterday appreciated to N1,393 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,438 per dollar last weekend, falling on the same threshold as the official market.
This is not the peak of my career but the beginning of greatness — Blacksnow
Fast-rising music act Blacksnow has poured out his heart in gratitude as he unveiled striking new photos, signaling what he describes as the beginning of a greater journey for his brand and sound.
Electoral Act: Hide-and-seek game in Abuja as Reps avoid joint meeting
The meeting of the Conference Committee of the Senate and House of Representatives on the Electoral Act (Repeal and Re-enactment) Bill, 2026, was suddenly shifted to late night yesterday, following the failure of members of the House of Representatives in the committee to formally sit and brainstorm to reach any conclusion, ahead of today’s plenary.
Foundation donates chairs, other items to Arifat Nursery & Primary School
As part of activities marking this year Valentine’s Day, the Soledotun Abdulkarim-Yusuf Foundation
has donated chairs and other items to Arifat Nursery & Primary School, Oshorun Ibeshe, Ikorodu Lagos.
CIS honours Nigeria’s oldest practising stockbroker, Nwanze at 85
The Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS) has celebrated its oldest practising member in Nigeria, Emmanuel Chike Nwanze, as he marked his 85th birthday with a Special Council Session, honouring a lifetime of integrity and professional excellence in the nation’s capital market.
Security architecture delivering results in Isoko, Says IRG
The Isoko Renaissance Group (IRG) has declared that the current security architecture safeguarding oil infrastructure in the Niger Delta is yielding tangible and measurable results across Isoko communities, describing it as a critical driver of renewed stability and economic revival in the region. The group made this known in a statement issued in response to […]
Federal commissioner visits Delta,seeks continued collaboration
The Hon Federal Commissioner (HFC) Public Complaint Commission, Hon. Matthew Uduaghan paid a courtesy visit to the secretary Delta state government (SSG) accompanied by some Management Staff of the Commission. He was received by the SSG and Permanent Secretary along with some political Aides of the SSG and the DFA among others. In his short […]
NUPRC unveils Nigeria’s pioneering gravimetric flow metering calibration facility
The Federal Government has moved to tighten accountability in the crude oil sector with the inauguration of a Gravimetric Multifaceted Flow Metering Calibration Facility in Eket, Akwa Ibom State, by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC).
Niger Delta remembers Chief Edwin Clark on first anniversary of death
Kiagbodo Town in Burutu Local Government Area came alive as top Niger Delta leaders gathered to mark the first-year remembrance of Chief Sen Dr. Edwin Clark, OFR, CON, a foremost advocate for the region, who passed away on February 17, 2025.
2027: ‘City Boys’ threaten democratic values, says RNA
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The Rescue Nigeria Alliance (RNA) has raised concerns that the inauguration of the ‘City Boys’ initiative by Seyi Tinubu could undermine democratic values as Nigeria moves toward the 2027 elections, warning that the development reflects a growing disconnect between political elites and ordinary citizens. The position was contained in a […]
Ogoriba hails Diri’s leadership, cites landmark projects in Bayelsa
Former member of the House of Representatives and entrepreneur, Hon. Warman Ogoriba, has described Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri as a focused and driven leader committed to delivering ongoing landmark projects across the state.
