By Ayo Onikoyi Yoruba Nollywood actress Olamide Odunlade has opened up about the difficult choices she has had to make in pursuit of her acting career, revealing that she once chose her passion for acting over a relationship that could have led to marriage. The actress disclosed that her former fiancé’s mother gave her an […]

SOKOTO — The newly elected Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Sokoto Branch, Barrister Bashir Muazu Jodi, has pledged to lead the association with integrity, professionalism and a commitment to the rule of law, while expressing appreciation to key stakeholders for their support during the election. Jodi, in separate messages, thanked former Sokoto State […]

…as 12 others become new fellows By Kingsley Adegboye The Nigerian Academy of Engineering (NAE), Thursday officially inaugurated former Executive Vice-Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta, as the 14th President of the Academy. The apex body of engineering profession in the country also inducted 12 new fellows, presented Lifetime Achievement Awards […]

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — The Dallatun Gobir Foundation for Orphans and Vulnerable Persons has secured the release of 200 inmates from correctional facilities in Sokoto State after paying fines and debts amounting to N4.5 million, as part of a humanitarian initiative to support vulnerable members of society. The intervention, spearheaded by the Foundation’s […]

The Attah of Igala, His Royal Majesty Matthew Alaji Opaluwa Oguche Akpa II, has conferred the prestigious traditional title of Ene-Umola Ata Igala on Prince Olatunji Olusoji in recognition of his contributions to society and commitment to community development. The colourful investiture ceremony was held at the royal palace in Idah, the ancestral headquarters of […]

Adomdza’s remarks came as China’s removal of tariffs on all Nigerian goods, effective 1st of May 2026, opened the widest market access Beijing has offered the continent

By Joseph Erunke Niger Delta ex-agitator and philanthropist, ‘General’ Endurance Amagbein, has called on Nigerians to remain calm and united in the face of the country’s security challenges, expressing optimism that ongoing efforts by security agencies will ultimately restore peace and stability across the nation. Amagbein, popularly known as “Adaka Boro II,” made the appeal […]

By Chioma Okoye Soundcity On Tour made a spectacular return to the University of Lagos (UNILAG), attracting more than 5,000 students in what became one of the biggest and most memorable campus entertainment events of the year. Despite a heavy downpour, students remained at the venue, underscoring the excitement and anticipation that surrounded the event. […]

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Nigerian universities have been urged to leverage emerging environmental and social challenges to drive groundbreaking innovations that will promote sustainable development and benefit humanity. The call was made by Dr. Adesoji Tayo while delivering the Fifth College Lecture of the College of Science, Engineering and Technology at Osun State University (UNIOSUN), […]

By Emem Idio, Yenagoa YENAGOA – The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), in partnership with Tenacles Resource Limited, has concluded a two-week Oil and Gas Logistics and SMEs Readiness Development Programme, equipping 120 youths and indigenous business owners in Bayelsa State with critical skills to enhance their participation in Nigeria’s oil and gas […]