By Prof. Mannixs E. Paul One of the strongest arguments for establishing State Police is that decentralized policing reduces the risk of nationwide institutional failure. Under an entirely centralized system, weaknesses at the national level often affect every state simultaneously. By contrast, a decentralized policing structure creates multiple centers of responsibility, innovation, and accountability. While […]

The Nigerian society of Chemical Engineers (NSChE) Edo/Delta chapter, has called on the Federal Government to take urgent steps to improve and aggressively expand power infrastructures across the country. It lamented that the present state of power supply in the country cannot support industrialization, noting that it weighs heavily on small and medium scale businesses […]

By Emem Idio The Izon Cultural Heritage Centre (ICHC) has welcomed the judgment of the Federal High Court sitting in Warri, describing it as a significant affirmation of the supremacy of the Constitution and the right to freedom of religion. In a statement signed by its Secretary, Comrade Ellington Bakumor, the Centre said the ruling […]

By Ayo Onikoyi The Lagos Chapter of the Federal Government College (FGC) Idoani Alumni Association has unveiled plans to expand its annual Ekolympics into a larger sporting festival, following the successful staging of the fifth edition of the event. Organisers said future editions would feature more sporting events, increased participation and wider engagement with alumni […]

By Kingsley Adegboye The Africa International Housing Show (AIHS), has called on Development Finance Institutions (DFIs), multilateral development banks, sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, private equity firms, impact investors and international financial institutions to significantly increase investments in Africa’s real estate sector. The housing show described it as one of the world’s most compelling opportunities […]

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Kaduna State has been singled out for commendation as the Federal Government launched the Digital National Education Management Information System (D-NEMIS), a technology-driven platform designed to eliminate inaccurate education statistics and strengthen planning through real-time data. The commendation came from the President of the Nigeria Union of Teachers, NUT, Comrade Audu Titus […]

52 years after Zaire carried Africa’s hopes alone, DR Congo showed how far African football has travelled. By Paul Lucky Okoku The scoreboard recorded England’s victory. History recorded Africa’s progress. Sometimes football asks us to remember before it allows us to appreciate. As I watched England battle DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026, […]

By Moses Nosike Creative industry leaders have called for greater investment in women as Nigeria works to unlock the full economic potential of its creative economy, warning that limited access to funding, leadership opportunities, infrastructure and visibility continues to hold back one of the country’s most important growth sectors. The call was made at the […]

The former Commonwealth Plus British and  W.B.A International Light Heavyweight boxing champion Peter Oboh, now a minister of God, has said that today, 4th of July 2026, makes it 250 years since the United States of America got their full independence from Great Britain, yet the US is still in unnecessary conflict with the Islamic […]

Kwara State Commissioner for Business Innovation and Technology, Mrs Damilola-Yusuf Adelodun has said that the Ilorin International Conference Centre would position the state as a leading destination for business, tourism and investment. According to Mrs Damilola-Yusuf Adelodun, the Conference Centre has been designed to provide a world-class venue for conferences, exhibitions, business meetings, cultural events, […]

On July 2, 2026, the Thinklab Group headquarters in Abuja became more than just a venue, it became a sanctuary of gratitude. The Dr. Sa’id Kori Legacy Forum, a community of mentees and beneficiaries whose lives have been transformed by one man’s generosity, gathered to honour their mentor, Dr. Sa’id Alkali Kori, on his 39th […]

By Moses Nosike The Ijaw Initiative Movement, next month in Lagos holds a three-day cultural festival in a bid to promote unity, peace, culture and tourism, among Ijaws both at home and in the diaspora. The event tagged, “The Africa Ijaw Cultural Festival, 2026”, is the first of its kind, aimed at promoting Ijaw pride. […]

Parallex Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment by rewarding 10 outstanding athletes from the Lagos State contingent to the 2025 National Youth Games in Asaba with ₦1 million each, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative aimed at celebrating excellence and inspiring the next generation. The award presentation, held at the […]

Lagos State Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening cooperative societies through financing, digital innovation and institutional reforms aimed at promoting inclusive economic growth and peaceful communities. Sanwo-Olu made the reaffirmation at the 2026 International Day of Cooperatives held at the Lagos State Cooperative Federation (LASCOFED) Multipurpose Hall, Ikeja, with the theme, […]

By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – AN Adjunct Professor of SouthWest CommonWealth Eduversity UK, Dr Gregory Elayeche Oko, has hailed the Governing Council and Management of the University launch of the first cohort of its three-month diploma scholarship programmes and for graciously approving the expansion of beneficiaries from the initial 200 to 700. Meanwhile, the approval […]