The architects of the abyss
By Oto’ Drama Last week in Abuja, amidst the sterile air of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) meeting, the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, attempted a daring feat of theological escape. With the practiced poise of a man who has spent twenty years mastering the art of the “moderate” sound bite, he declared: “Don’t think […]
Okwagbe drums support for Gov Oborevwori, Tinubu
By Simon Adewale The All Progressive Congress, APC’s Chieftain in Delta state, Chief Oviri Okeimute Okwagbe JP, has canvasses support for the Delta state governor, Gov Sheriff Oborevwori and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the All Progressive Congress, APC primaries and the 2027 general election; that both leaders have performed well and deserve a […]
Close-up: What you don’t know about new NMDPRA boss Rabiu Umar
By Gbenga Gbadesire Rabiu Abdullahi Umar the newly-appointed Chief Executive Officer of Nigeria Midstream Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Agency (NMDPRA) by President Tinubu to run the three-in-one agency effectively and efficiently, in line with global best practices and as enshrined in the Petroleum Industry Act of 2021 is a “square peg in a square hole”. NMDPRA […]
Federal Civil Service Commission Strategic Plan: From Strategy to Performance
By Tunji Olaopa The inauguration of the 10th Federal Civil Service Commission in December 2023 is a strategic one, because it constitutes a most fundamental plank in the Tinubu administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The Agenda’s objective is meant to be a game changing catalytic renewal of Nigeria’s development and democratic governance journey, with the federal […]
2027: Oladele endorses Aro Samuel for Senate
A youth leader in Kogi West and aide to Kogi State Governor, Oladele John Nihi, has endorsed Hon. Aro Samuel Bamidele for the Kogi West Senatorial seat, describing him as a strong advocate of youth empowerment and grassroots development. In a statement issued on Monday, Nihi said Hon. Aro Samuel Bamidele possesses the vision and […]
A’Ibom Education Commissioner gives kudos to EIDU on Digital Learning Initiative
By Adesina Wahab The Commissioner for Education, Akwa Ibom State, Prof. Ubong Essien Umoh, has lauded EIDU, a global education technology organisation, for partnering with the state government to improve foundational learning through digital education initiatives in public schools. Essien gave the commendation during a visit to Government Model Primary School, Ewet, Uyo, where he […]
The future of luxury fashion depends on rethinking Africa’s role in it
French luxury has long relied on African aesthetics, textiles, and craft traditions as part of its visual language
Ondo 2027: Fadairo dismisses rift with Aiyedatiwa
—- Vows to win Akure North/South house seat By Dayo Johnson, Akure Hon. Oluwafemi Fadairo, an APC aspirant for the Akure North/Akure South Federal Constituency, has denied reports of a fallout with Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, saying he remains one of the governor’s loyal associates. Fadairo, a former Senior Special Assistant on Community Engagement […]
‘A friend, brother’, Senator Akobundu hails Ekweremadu on birthday
As former Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu marks his birthday today, Senator Austin Akobundu (Abia Central) has described him as a friend and very close brother whose virtue of humility stands him out as a man of peace and goodwill. Senator Akobundu stated this today in his birthday message to Senator Ekweremadu. While describing Ekweremadu […]
Osun Poll: ‘Bloodshed cannot add one vote’ — Accord fires at APC
The party said the killing, alleged harassment of its members and destruction of campaign billboards had heightened political tension in Osun as campaigning intensifies ahead of the poll.
RDI urges FG to endorse alcohol labelling at CODEX discussions
RDI has urged Nigeria’s Codex National Contact Point to endorse alcohol labelling at the 49th session of the Codex Committee
JAMB’s New Policy: What happens when the teachers are not tested?
Sadly, the educational sector we already lament appears to be drifting towards an even more dangerous decline
2027: Constituents raise N10m for Yabo second-term Reps bid
By Musa Ubandawaki SOKOTO:- In a display of grassroots political solidarity and growing confidence in constituency representation, supporters and political stakeholders from Yabo/Shagari Federal Constituency of Sokoto State have contributed N10 million to purchase the 2027 House of Representatives nomination form for the member representing the constituency, Umar Yusuf Yabo. The fundraising initiative, which drew […]
FG social welfare reforms on track, says women affairs minister at accolade event
By Progress Godfrey The Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has said the Federal Government’s social welfare reforms are progressing steadily, with efforts underway to strengthen support systems for vulnerable groups across the country. She stated this at the 6th Accolade Yellow Ball & Awards 2026 held in Abuja. “A few days ago, women across […]
Governor’s Forum crisis: Ogun students fault Arewa group over anti-Abiodun comment
By Adesina Wahab Students under the aegis of the National Association of Ogun State Students (NAOSS National), have decried a comment credited to a Northern group calling for the impeachment of Governor Dapo Abiodun over the recent crisis in the All Progressives Congress Governors’ Forum. NAOSS, in a statement signed by the National President, Aare […]
Ebuka marks birthday with outreach to 700 inmates at Ogwashi-Uku custodial Centre
The Chief Executive Officer of Petrokem Estate Solutions, Mr. Peter Okeleke Ebuka, celebrated his birthday with a humanitarian outreach to over 700 inmates at the Ogwashi-Uku Custodial Centre in Delta State. The visit saw Ebuka distribute assorted food items, toiletries, and cash donations to inmates across the facility. The initiative was aimed at providing immediate […]
