The Illusion of a single party (6), by Eric Teniola

The Illusion of a single party (6), by Eric Teniola

This is the concluding part of this piece which last week  introduced  the narrative of how two youth groups emerged and launched public campaigns in support of  the undeclared presidential ambition of General Sani Abacha, which eventually culminated to his adoption as the presidential candidate of all the five political parties at the time. Despite […]
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FCC to Staff: Corruption, misconduct won’t be tolerated

FCC to Staff: Corruption, misconduct won’t be tolerated

By Henry Obetta The Federal Character Commission, FCC, has reaffirmed its zero tolerance policy on corruption, slot-selling and all forms of misconduct, warning that such acts will not be condoned under any circumstance. Executive Chairman of FCC, Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran stated this on Monday, during a formal briefing convened for the reintroduction of the 25 […]

Why we’re hosting Int’l Women’s Day event March 4 – Wema Bank

Why we’re hosting Int’l Women’s Day event March 4 – Wema Bank

By Henry Obetta Ahead of the International Women’s Day (IWD) approaches, Wema Bank has announced plans to host its 2026 IWD Grand Event on March 4, 2026. The bank said this year’s celebration is inspired by the global IWD 2026 theme, “Give To Gain.” The event will be held under the sub-theme, “When Women Gain, […]

Lawmaker’s gesture brings joy to rural school children In Edo 

Lawmaker’s gesture brings joy to rural school children In Edo 

In a heart-warming display of kindness, Hon. Charity Aiguobarueghian, the Minority Leader of the Edo State House of Assembly, has donated 50 chairs to Eresonyen Secondary School in Oluku, Ovia North-East Local Government Area, Edo State. He also donated 40 chairs to Isiuwa Primary School in NIFOR.  

Breaking gender barriers: Women take to the wheel in Cross River

Breaking gender barriers: Women take to the wheel in Cross River

A growing number of women are shattering stereotypes and taking to the wheel of commercial vehicles in Cross River State, effectively competing with their male counterparts for clients. From mini buses to long-distance trucks, these trailblazing women are proving they can handle the road with the best of them.

Valentine: Young Nigerians embark on nationwide humanitarian outreach

Valentine: Young Nigerians embark on nationwide humanitarian outreach

In a striking departure from traditional Valentine’s Day celebrations, 124 young volunteers across seven states spent February 14 distributing food, drinks, water, and hygiene items to vulnerable people in a growing youth-led initiative called “Sharing Love on the Streets” (SLOTS). Organised by Feed to Rise Initiatives (formerly SLOTS Humanitarian Initiatives), this seventh edition of the […]

GWR: Nigerian artist,  Omopariola breaks record in marathon portrait drawing

GWR: Nigerian artist,  Omopariola breaks record in marathon portrait drawing

A Nigerian portrait artist, Abidemi Praise Omopariola has etched their name into global art history after officially breaking the Guinness World Records title for the longest marathon drawing portraits — a category never before attempted. The historic achievement represents a major turning point in the artist’s personal and professional journey, following years of sacrifice, resilience, […]

Yishawu commends Tinubu on education, skills development

Yishawu commends Tinubu on education, skills development

By Ebunoluwa Sessou The member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Eti-Osa Constituency II, Engr Gbolahan Yishawu, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the impactful implementation of the Renewed Hope Agenda, particularly in the areas of education, skills development and support for small-scale businesses. Yishawu made the remarks in a statement issued […]