By ADEYEMI ADEGBOLA In recent weeks, a series of open letters and opinion pieces have sought to cast doubt on Nigeria’s energy sector reforms, questioning the direction of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) and the policies of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration. While constructive criticism is always welcomed, these largely non-factual commentaries, with […]

By Rotimi Ojomoyela Ado-Ekiti — Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has approved the naming of newly completed government buildings after three former governors of the state in recognition of their contributions to its development. The former governors are Chief Ayodele Fayose, Dr. Kayode Fayemi and Engr. Segun Oni. They are also expected to commission the […]

The allegation that teachers and other workers in Taraba State were directed to present photocopies of their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) before receiving their salaries has rightly provoked outrage across the country. The Taraba State Universal Basic Education Board (TSUBEB) has denied making salary payment contingent on PVC submission, insisting that its chairperson, Christiana Binga, […]

For the policymakers, regulators and industry leaders who gathered in Abuja last week for the Seventh Ordinary Session of the African Telecommunications Union (ATU) Conference of Plenipotentiaries, the message was clear: the need for deeper collaboration, strengthening of relationships and sharing of peer experiences in order to give the continent a deserved place in the global […]

The so-called off-cycle governorship election slated for August 15 in Osun State is billed to be a straight fight between the incumbent governor, the ever-ebullient, happy-go-lucky Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke, and a former finance commissioner in the cabinet of Adeleke’s predecessor, Asiwaju Bola Munirudeen Oyebamiji, popularly called AMBO. He is an acolyte of the self-respecting, easy-going Gboyega […]

By Egufe Yafugborhi ASABA — Vehicle movement to and from Illah in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State has been disrupted following the collapse of the Illah-Ugbolu Road. Several vehicles, including cement-laden Dangote trucks, were stranded on the road on Tuesday, with some reportedly stuck while attempting to navigate the failed portions, causing […]

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA—THE Nigeria government has called for urgent action and reparations following a wave of violent attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, told reporters after briefing President Bola Tinubu on talks with South African Foreign Minister Roland Lamola. He said: “I briefed Mr. […]

Chawinga sisters, Temwa and Taitha starred as debutants Malawi handed defending champions Nigeria a 3-2 loss. 

Nigeria’s Kanyinsola Ajayi claimed the bronze medal in the men’s 100m final at the Commonwealth Games on Tuesday, finishing third in a highly competitive race run under torrential rain.

The Assistant Inspector General of Police-AIG Olorundare Jimoh has issued a stern warning against the abuse of legal processes, declaring that every Nigerian—including himself—is subject to the same law.

The unions, in the notice dated July 27, 2025, said their earlier 14-day ultimatum, issued on July 8, 2026, had expired without compliance from the defaulting airlines.

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested 12 suspected logistics suppliers and collaborators of ISWAP/JAS terrorists in separate operations across Borno.

The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, told reporters after briefing President Bola Tinubu on talks with South African Foreign Minister Roland Lamola.

Dr Oladipupo Fisher, State AIDS Programme Coordinator, said the campaign aimed to increase awareness and encourage residents to know their hepatitis status.

The Benue state government has disclosed that 193 pregnant women tested positive for Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) in 2025, raising concerns over the continued burden of viral hepatitis in the state despite ongoing efforts to eliminate the disease.