The Companion welcomes release of Oriire victims, urges vigilance

The Companion, an association of Muslim men in business and the professions, has welcomed the release of the abducted Oriire 44, while calling for sustained vigilance and greater cooperation in tackling insecurity across Nigeria. The association, in a statement signed by its National Amir (President), Imam Nojeem Jimoh, and Publicity Secretary, Prof. Tunde Akanni, congratulated […]
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Pension reform sparks international pressure as ITUC-Africa backs Mauritian workers

By Victor Ahiuma-Young Mauritius is facing growing international scrutiny over its proposed pension reforms after the African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation, ITUC-Africa, publicly threw its weight behind Mauritian workers, pensioners and trade unions opposing the measures. In an open letter addressed to Prime Minister Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam on Monday, ITUC-Africa General […]

NCDMB, Bellazir train 50 Lagos Youths in fire alarm, access control technology

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), in collaboration with Bellazir Limited, has concluded a training programme on Fire Alarm and Access Control Technology for 50 youths in Lagos State. The programme, held from June 29 to July 10, was designed to equip participants with specialised skills in the installation, maintenance and monitoring of […]

MGE Foundation trains over 4,000 Niger Delta residents in skills programme

…Ohanaeze donates N5m to support initiative By Daniel Abia, Port Harcourt A Niger Delta-based non-governmental organisation, MGE Foundation, says it has trained more than 4,000 people in various skills since its establishment in 2007 as part of efforts to reduce poverty in the region. The foundation disclosed this during its 8th graduation ceremony in Port […]

CSOs endorse Tinubu’s security push, unveil “Nigeria First” development plan

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — THE accredited civil society organisations (CSOs) in Nigeria have endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s efforts to tackle insecurity, calling for greater investment in the country’s security architecture as the foundation for national development. Presenting the communiqué of the Southern Civil Society Organisations Summit 2026 in Abuja, on Tuesday, Hon. Kunle Yusuff, […]

There’s attempt to undermine democracy through judicial manipulation — BODE GEORGE

*Faults Appeal Court verdict on ADC By Dapo Akinrefon LAGOS — FORMER Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Chief Olabode George, on Tuesday, condemned what he described as a calculated attempt to undermine Nigeria’s democracy through the misuse of state institutions and judicial processes. George was reacting to the judgment of the […]

How Lagos emergency responders saved my 7-month-old daughter — Father

By Olasunkanmi Akoni A Lagos resident, Muhammad Armayau, has commended the state’s emergency responders for their swift intervention that saved his seven-month-old daughter who fell critically ill during a heavy downpour. Armayau, a resident of Badagry area of the state, told journalists on Monday that his daughter developed a high fever in the middle of […]

2027: Badagry youths declare support for Hamzat-Sonayon ticket

By Esther Onyegbula Hundreds of youths, young professionals, student leaders and community representatives from across the Badagry Federal Constituency on Sunday endorsed the Lagos State governorship ticket of Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat and Princess Damilola Sonayon James at a civic reception organised in honour of the All Progressives Congress, APC, deputy governorship candidate ahead of […]

The textbook debate and the future of education reform

By Ayo Olodo Government policies rarely fail because their intentions are bad. They fail because good intentions are often mistaken for good implementation. Nigeria has become something of a laboratory for ambitious education reforms. Every new administration arrives promising transformation. New curricula are introduced. New assessment methods emerge. New technologies are announced. Fresh slogans replace […]

Our focus is raising standards in Nigeria’s construction industry Obiajunwa Justine

By Esther Onyegbula Justcore Realty Construction and Interiors has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding its footprint in Nigeria’s luxury construction, real estate and interior design sector, unveiling plans to strengthen its integrated Design-Build model aimed at delivering end-to-end solutions for residential, commercial and corporate projects nationwide. The company said its approach, which combines architectural planning, […]

Oil firm, partners impacts 57,000 students from Edo, Delta at quiz competition

By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – THE NNPC Exploration and Production Limited (NEPL)/Seplat Energy Joint Venture (JV) has concluded the 2026 edition of its flagship PEARLs Quiz Competition where it reaffirmed its commitment to improving education outcomes and nurturing future leaders across Edo and Delta States. This year’s competition attracted 476 secondary schools, culminating in […]

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