By Ozioruva Aliu, BENIN CITY THE Edo State Command of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has threatened to commence enforcement of laws against destruction of fibre optic cables after concluding sensitization to all stakeholders. The Commandant of the Corps, Akintayo Ayinla stayed this at a Stakeholders’ Meeting on the Collaborative Protection of […]

By Tunji Olaopa It is the task of the institutional reformer not only to push for concrete reform steps and policies, or take stock of the steady achievements of reform articulation and implementation. It is also very cogent for the institutional reformer to always stay ahead of political and electoral dynamics. The civil service was […]

University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) Don in the Faculty of Management Sciences, Department of Public Administration, Professor Shehu Mustapha Liberty, has hailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his rightful decision to renominate Senator Kashim Shettima as his Vice-Presidential Running Mate in the forthcoming 2027 general elections.

By Providence Ayanfeoluwa Blue Lagos has commenced monitoring of ongoing Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC Continuous Voter Registration, CVR exercise in selected hard-to-reach riverine and coastal communities across Lagos State. Blue Lagos is a non-profit advocacy and community development organisation dedicated to advancing inclusion, sustainable development, and citizen participation across riverine and coastal communities in […]

The death of 26-year-old physiotherapist Miss Mary Habila has continued to generate mixed reactions and widespread public discussion across Nigeria, with several groups calling for a thorough and independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

By Providence Ayanfeoluwa Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Coleman Technical Industries Limited, Mr George Onafowokan, has called for increased investment in technology and stronger collaboration across the oil and gas value chain to accelerate innovation, improve efficiency and strengthen Nigeria’s manufacturing capacity. Onafowokan made the call while speaking on the theme, “Driving Energy Innovation: Technology-Powered […]

The Executive Director of Gender Strategy Advancement International (GSAI), Adaora Onyechere Sydney-Jack, has said increasing women’s participation in Nigerian politics will require deliberate structural reforms rather than symbolic gestures, insisting that equal access to political opportunities is essential for inclusive democracy.

By Chioma Okoye A powerful performance opportunity can be both a blessing and a challenge for an emerging artiste, and Ziro Kingin embraced the moment during his appearance at Oxlade Live in Birmingham on Saturday, June 6. Performing two 30-minute sets at CAVE Birmingham, Ziro showcased a combination of raw talent, authenticity and high-energy delivery, […]

Latest industry figures show continued expansion in mobile access, with Globacom retaining a significant mass-market customer base.

By Henry Obetta The Chief Executive Officer of First Bank of Nigeria Limited, Olusegun Alebiosu, has called for stronger collaboration by the government and key stakeholders in Nigeria’s housing sector to address the country’s housing deficit, with plans unveiled to expand affordable housing delivery and improve access to mortgage finance. Speaking at the 20th Africa […]

Nigerian financial technology company, Mathesis Analytics, has secured fresh investment from institutional investor First Ally Capital to expand its artificial intelligence-powered credit infrastructure aimed at improving access to loans for millions of Nigerians without formal credit records.

By Emmanuel Iheaka The South East chapter of the Renewed Hope for Greater Nigeria (RHGN) has engaged pentecostal clerics across the region as part of efforts to broaden support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. In a meeting with clerics representing various Christian denominations across the zone on Thursday, the Deputy National Leader […]

By Matthew Johnson Education leaders, policymakers, development practitioners, corporate organisations, technology innovators and advocates have renewed calls for bold, collaborative action to transform Nigeria’s education system as EduFuture Conference 2026 convened stakeholders around a shared commitment to ensuring that no child is left behind.  Held on July 9, 2026, under the theme “Scaling Equity: Building […]

The Enugu State Housing Development Corporation (ESHDC) has unveiled a demand-driven approach to affordable housing delivery, advocating practical solutions that align with the needs, preferences, and economic realities of Nigerians. Speaking at the 20th anniversary edition of the Africa International Housing Show (AIHS) 2026 in Abuja, the Acting General Manager of ESHDC, Mrs. Adenike Okebu, […]

By Maryam Abdulaziz Usman No fewer than 3,600 vulnerable residents across the 17 local government areas of Yobe State are expected to benefit from a free eye care programme providing consultations, treatment and surgical interventions for cataracts and other eye conditions. The outreach, currently taking place at the Yobe State Specialist Hospital, Damaturu, has attracted […]