In recent years, an increasing number of Africans have sought opportunities in Europe through study, work, business and long-term residence programmes. While many are pursuing higher education, skilled employment or entrepreneurship, others are looking to build new lives through legal immigration pathways offered by several European countries. Despite these opportunities, the visa application process remains […]

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo OSOGBO — The Accord Party’s campaign council in Osun State has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure a transparent and credible conduct of the August 15, 2026 governorship election, urging the electoral body to address concerns raised from previous off-cycle elections. Speaking with journalists in Osogbo, the […]

“It is delightful to announce the impressive level of interest and enthusiasm demonstrated by our people in the Iru Ekun Security Network. We projected a strength of 50,000 personnel, but we have already registered over 80,000 volunteers across Yorubaland.“

Spain’s victory over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final not only secured football’s biggest prize but also earned

By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC) has called on the Nigeria Police Force to provide an update on its investigation into the death of Mary Habila, who died at the residence of the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi. The rights advocacy organisation said greater transparency and regular […]

By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja The House of Representatives has inaugurated an ad hoc committee to investigate the legal basis for the establishment and operations of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC), including the circumstances surrounding its inclusion in the Federal Government’s budget framework. Speaking at the inauguration of the committee in Abuja on Monday, […]

Former Special Assistant to then-Lagos State Governor Bola Tinubu, Professor Dapo Thomas, has revealed how the 2002 Ikeja Cantonment bomb blast and the solidarity visits that followed paved the way for the political relationship between Tinubu, former Deputy Governor Femi Pedro and eventual Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to declare the revival of Forcados Community in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State a national priority, warning that one of Nigeria’s oldest colonial settlements is on the brink of disappearing under the combined impact of coastal erosion and decades of neglect.

“It’s ori (natural shea butter), and anytime we came back, he would ask, and we’d say, ‘Oh! It’s from a witch doctor in Nigeria,'” Ndidi said humorously.

By John Alechenu ABUJA — Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has congratulated Mrs. Oyinlasola Badejo-Okusanya (SAN) on her election as President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), describing the development as a significant milestone for the legal profession and women in leadership. In a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, the senator, who represents Kogi Central in […]

…Demand Leadership Change Over Security Concerns By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) and a civil society organisation staged protests across major parts of Osogbo, the Osun State capital, on Monday, calling for the removal of a factional chairman of the union, Nurudeen Alowonle, over security concerns. The […]

The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has reportedly opened talks with Pep Guardiola over becoming the next head coach of the Italy national team.

By Nwabueze Okonkwo ONITSHA — The Anambra State Traditional Rulers Council has pledged to strengthen collaboration with the Zone 13 Police Command as part of efforts to tackle crime and enhance security across Anambra and Enugu states. The Chairman of the council, His Majesty Eze Dr. Chidubem Iweka (Ogalagidi), Eze Iweka III, made the commitment […]

French prosecutors said Monday they had launched a probe after a 21-year-old man died by suicide following what his family said was years of racist harassment.

By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki Residents of Uburu in Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State have paid tribute to the late nurse, Mary Habila, describing her as a compassionate, hardworking and selfless professional whose death has left the community in mourning. Habila, who was attached to the office of the Minister of Works, Senator David […]