How Neon Chinze moved from NTA child dancer to artist chasing Grammy
By Benjamin Njoku Most artists can trace the exact moment they decide to pursue music. For Onyeneke Emmanuel Chinze, professionally known as Neon Chinze, there was no such moment. Music did not arrive as a decision. It arrived at age five, before he had the language to describe it or the wisdom to choose it, […]
Trump slams interviewer, walks out of interview
President Donald Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC’s Meet the Press on Saturday after a heated exchange with moderator Kristen Welker over his claims that California’s primary elections were “rigged.”
Security requires governance reforms, accountability — Okogwu
The National Leader of Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in the African Democratic Congress, Chike Okogwu, has called for a broader approach to addressing Nigeria’s security challenges, emphasizing the need for effective governance, accountability and institutional reforms alongside security operations.
Akpabio urges unity against insecurity
By Henry Umoru, Abuja President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has called on Nigerians to support efforts to combat terrorism, kidnapping and other forms of violent crime, stressing that security requires the collective vigilance and cooperation of citizens. Akpabio made the call on Sunday in Abuja during an inter-denominational church service held at the National […]
Cross River seals clinic amid patient death probe
The Cross River State Government has sealed a maternity facility in Calabar as part of its ongoing enforcement against unauthorized and substandard healthcare practices.
OPEC+ approves fourth oil output increase since Hormuz closure
By Udeme AkpanThe Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies, also known as OPEC+, has approved the fourth oil output increase since the Hormuz closure crisis. The decision followed renewed commitments by Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria and Oman to support market stability. In a statement issued at the weekend, OPEC stated: […]
NANS launches nationwide TETFund projects audit
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The National Association of Nigerian Students has inaugurated an independent nationwide committee to assess the implementation of projects funded by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund across tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The student body said the initiative was prompted by concerns over the execution, completion and impact of TETFund-supported projects in universities, […]
OPEC+ approves fourth oil output increase since Hormuz closure
By Udeme Akpan The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies, also known as OPEC+, has approved the fourth oil output increase since the Hormuz closure crisis.The decision followed renewed commitments by Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria and Oman to support market stability. In a statement issued at the weekend, OPEC stated: […]
Iran threatens retaliation against US, Israel after strikes on Beirut
Iran threatened to retaliate against the United States and Israel for fresh strikes in Beirut on Sunday, further dampening hopes for a lasting peace as the Middle East war reached its 100th day.
Politicians depend on technocrats for policy implementation, says Faleke
Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Finance, James Faleke, has emphasized the importance of integrity, professionalism and adherence to due process in the civil service, describing public servants as critical to effective governance and national development.
We are optimistic about release of abducted ex-Defence Spokesman, wife – Katsina Govt
The Katsina State Government has expressed optimism that retired Major General Rabe Abubakar and his wife, who were recently abducted, may regain their freedom soon as security operations intensify to secure their release and that of other captives.
