West Africa’s largest airline, Air Peace, has expressed sadness over the circumstances that necessitated the evacuation of Nigerian citizens in South Africa, describing the situation as unfortunate and deeply concerning.

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo OSOGBO — Leaders, stakeholders and longstanding members of the Accord Party in Osun State have reaffirmed their support for Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim as the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, insisting that no external influence can overturn the mandate freely given to him by party members. The declaration was made […]

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu remains politically strong in the North-West and is well positioned to secure substantial support from the region ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

LAGOS—IN commemoration of the 2026 Democracy Day, President Bola Tinubu, has given national awards to 51 eminent Nigerians including media icons, pro-democracy activists, and retired military officers who fought against military dictatorship during the historic June 12 struggle.

As Nigeria commemorates Democracy Day, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has been praised for his contributions to legislative reforms and efforts aimed at strengthening democratic institutions in the country. In a statement issued by public affairs commentator Ned Korie, Kalu was described as a key figure in the […]

By Emmanuel Okogba Women’s rights organisations and gender inclusion advocates have expressed confidence that the National Assembly will pass the Reserved Seats for Women Bill, describing the proposal as a critical step towards addressing Nigeria’s longstanding gender imbalance in political representation. The groups, who have intensified advocacy efforts in support of the constitutional amendment, said […]

THE process was crude but transparent. The organisers called it Option A4. Only two candidates stood for the election. No thumb-printing was required. 

Federal Government and 268 Nigerians repatriated from South Africa have rejected claims by Pretoria that all those returned to the country, yesterday, were undocumented, blaming delays on South Africa’s Home Affairs system for pushing many illegal status.

Artan, 34, is one of Africa’s most accomplished referees and was chosen by FIFA after undergoing the governing body’s rigorous vetting and selection process.

The House of Representatives, yesterday, overwhelmingly voted in favour of a constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish state police across the country, marking a major step in efforts to address Nigeria’s worsening security challenges.