The Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, has hailed renowned legal scholar and human rights activist, Prof. Joy Ezeilo, SAN, as an “icon whose life reflects courage and service” during her 60th birthday celebrations in Enugu.

Northern Governors represented by Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, on Sunday joined dignitaries, family members and mourners at the National Mosque Abuja for the Janazah (funeral) prayer of the late Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir Ahmed El-Rufai.

FIFA licensed football agent, Drew Uyi, has assessed the ongoing renovation and remodeling works at the Warri City Stadium and came up with this verdict, that the Delta State government was doing something remarkable that will impact positively in the global repositioning of Nigeria in the global football map. The London-based Drew Uyi, who flew […]

In a decisive move that signals a major shift in Nigeria’s maritime education policy, stakeholders, host community leaders, and the Governing Council of the Maritime Academy of Nigeria MAN, Oron, Akwa Ibom State, yesterday reached a consensus that the institution will retain its specialised academy status rather than pursue conversion into a conventional university.

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto The Sokoto State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned what it described as the “insulting and disgraceful public humiliation” of its State Chairman, Hon. Umar Faruk Muhammad, during the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held in Abuja on March 25, 2026. In a statement issued on Sunday […]

By Esther Onyegbula IN a renewed push to address gender imbalance in Nigeria’s political space, the League of Women Voters of Nigeria, NILOWV, Lagos Chapter, on Monday led a coalition of women’s groups on a peaceful advocacy march to the Lagos Mainland Federal Constituency Secretariat, demanding urgent legislative action on the Special Seats for Women […]

Prince Collins Oritsetimeyin Edema has broken his silence on growing calls for him to contest the Delta South Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections, stating that he remains focused on his current responsibilities and has not taken any decision on a future bid.

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has pledged to revive all moribund industries owned by the state government as part of efforts to boost economic growth and reposition the state as a hub for trade and investment.

The Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc, Temi Popoola, has said Nigeria’s ongoing economic reforms are already strengthening domestic capital formation and positioning the country for deeper global investment partnerships.

By Ebunoluwa Sessou Stakeholders from government, civil society, and academia have called for the urgent integration of gender-responsive budgeting into Nigeria’s blue economy framework, stressing that women’s contributions and needs must be fully reflected in public financial planning and policy implementation. The call was made at a stakeholder dialogue organised by the Center for Gender […]

By Ebunoluwa Sessou Women in the legal profession have been urged to break barriers, embrace mentorship, and take deliberate steps toward leadership positions, regardless of age or societal expectations. This was the thrust of discussions at an 2026 Women in Law Mentoring Program in commemoration of the International Women’s Day, IWD, organised by the Nigerian […]

In an industry increasingly defined by fast-rising stars and evolving sounds, a new voice is steadily carving a distinct path rooted in authenticity and lived experience. Ambali Rahmon Oluwaseyi, professionally known as Maradin, is positioning himself as one of the emerging artists to watch within Nigeria’s dynamic music landscape. Hailing from Ago-Iwoye in Ijebu North […]

Newly promoted Area Commander of Police Area Command, Onitsha, Anambra State, Chidiebere Nzotta, has pledged to uphold the core values of the Nigeria Police Force, NPF, maintain integrity and build public trust in the discharge of his duties.

Governor Francis Nwifuru, former governor of Ebonyi State, Sam Egwu, and the Vice Chancellor of Ebonyi State University, Prof. Michael Awoke, have called for urgent efforts to revive Igbo culture and language to prevent them from going into extinction.

The Habeeb Okunola Foundation has hosted a group of visually impaired students from tertiary institutions across Nigeria, reaffirming its commitment to supporting education and empowering the underprivileged.