Obi to Diaspora Africans: Your voices matter when things go wrong
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Mr. Peter Obi, has urged Africans in the diaspora to remain actively involved in shaping the continent’s future, saying their voices are important whenever things go wrong in Africa. Obi made the call while delivering a keynote address at Mandela Hall, African Union Permanent Observer Mission […]
Igbo Leaders of Thought warn against weakening opposition, urge judiciary to safeguard democracy
By Anayo Okoli ENUGU — The Igbo Leaders of Thought (ILT), a socio-political group comprising intellectuals, traditional rulers and other stakeholders from the South-East, has expressed concern over what it described as the weakening of opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that a vibrant opposition is essential for democratic governance. In a […]
Candidates’ List: INEC extends deadline to July 14
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has extended the deadline for submission of lists of candidates for the 2027 Presidential and National Assembly Elections by political parties, moving the cut-off from Saturday, July 11, 2026, to midnight on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. In a statement issued by the National Commissioner and […]
FG increases WAEC, NECO registration fees to N50,000
The examinations are conducted for internal candidates who are finishing their Senior Secondary School education. WAEC just finished this year’s exam a few weeks ago, while NECO’s is ongoing.
FREED OYO SCHOOL CHILDREN:Medical checks must include mental evaluation, NMA warns
By Chioma Obinna The release of the Oyo schoolchildren after more than 50 days in captivity has once again brought to the fore the often-overlooked physical and psychological toll of kidnapping. While the return of victims is widely celebrated, medical experts warn that freedom from captivity does not necessarily mark the end of their ordeal. Sunday […]
You learn more from the street than school — Portable
By Ayo Onikoyi Nigerian singer and entertainer Portable has opened up on his childhood struggles, street experiences and the lessons he learnt outside the classroom, stating that life on the streets taught him valuable skills. The singer shared his experience during an interview on The Honest Bunch Podcast, where he spoke about losing his mother […]
