At Yabatech: Experts urge Nigerians to tell their own stories through animation
By Elizabeth Osayande A strong call for Nigeria to reclaim its narrative through creative storytelling took centre stage recently at Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech), as global and local animation experts, academics and industry stakeholders converged for a landmark stop-motion animation symposium and workshop. The event, held at the Yusuf Grillo Auditorium, was organised by the […]
12 feared dead in Edo auto crash
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on Wednesday confirmed the death of 12 people in an auto crash that happened in Egono near Ewu along the Benin-Auchi-Lokoja road.
Oyo Assembly passes vote of confidence in Makinde
The resolution followed a session where lawmakers reaffirmed their support for the executive under Makinde and legislative leadership under Ogundoyin.
Trump doesn’t see Iran seizure of ships as ceasefire violation – White House
US President Donald Trump does not consider Iran’s seizure of two container ships to be a ceasefire violation because the vessels are not American or Israeli, the White House said Wednesday.
Iran judiciary dismisses Trump remarks on women on death row
Iran’s judiciary on Wednesday described as “false news” remarks by US President Donald Trump that the Islamic republic had reversed a decision to execute eight women, saying they had never faced the death penalty.
APGA gov’ship aspirant Mienye, flays delayed Bayelsa IPP take-off
By Emem Idio, Yenagoa A governorship aspirant in Bayelsa State under the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Dr Domor Mienye, has called for a more structured and results-driven approach to infrastructure delivery following delays in the take-off of the recently commissioned 60 megawatt gas turbine project in the state. The gas-fired turbine, […]
2027: Wike-backed PDP fixes presidential nomination forms for N51m
The female aspirants, according to the timetable, are expected to pay for only expression of interest form, which is fixed at one million naira for each of the positions.
Utomi unveils ‘ObidientConnect’ to mobilise Nigerians for 2027
…Obi, Tanko back grassroots participation, voter mobilisation By Juliet Umeh A civil society group, the Big Tent Coalition, has unveiled “ObidientConnect,” a civic-tech platform aimed at organising, mobilising and empowering Nigerians at home and in the diaspora ahead of the 2027 general elections. Founder of the coalition, Prof. Pat Utomi, who spoke at the unveiling, […]
Adelabu resigns as power minister to contest Oyo gov election
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has resigned from his position, bringing to a close a tenure marked by key reforms and marginal improvements in Nigeria’s electricity sector.
ADC tussle: Mark camp eyes vindication as S’Court reserves judgement
The leadership crisis in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has entered a decisive phase, with the Supreme Court reserving judgement, as the camp loyal to former Senate President, Senator David Mark, says it is confident of being vindicated.
Guber poll: We’re heading for victory – Adeleke tells supporters
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has assured his teeming supporters that the Accord Party will be victorious at the August 15 governorship poll.
