Building the Nation through family
By Juliet Ambali The family is the easiest and most accessible space that any individual can begin to contribute immensely to the society, the nation and the entire globe at large. Every component of the nation you intend to build can be found within your family circle. Look at the bigger picture of the nation […]
Alake’s aide denies claims of handing Nigeria’s minerals to Chinese
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA — The Special Adviser on Media and Strategy to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, Kehinde Bamigbetan, has dismissed claims that the minister is handing over Nigeria’s mineral resources to Chinese interests. Bamigbetan, in a statement issued at the weekend, described the allegations as false and misleading, saying […]
Gunmen attack Enugu church as security operatives intensify rescue of abducted victims
Ndukwe said that the operatives, while closing in on the fleeing suspects, forced them to abandon one of the victims, who was rescued unhurt.
INEC’s job is to publish names, not vet candidates — Adebayo
According to him, it is the responsibility of the electorate and other stakeholders to scrutinise candidates’ claims and challenge any false declarations through the appropriate legal channels.
2027: Kwara APC chair mocks opposition over internal crises
By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin The Kwara State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prince Sunday Fagbemi, has criticised opposition parties in the state over what he described as unresolved internal crises surrounding their governorship candidates ahead of the 2027 elections. Fagbemi said while the APC had successfully concluded its candidate selection process, some opposition […]
Olowu Kuta to Olowu of Owu Abeokuta: Your reign continues to attract admiration, respect across Nigeria
By Matthew JohnsonThe Olowu of Kuta Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Oba Hameed Makama Oyelude, Tegbosun III, has congratulated the Olowu of Owu Abeokuta, Oba Saka Adelola Matemilola, Olúyálọ̀ Ọ̀tílẹ́ta VII, on the occasion of his coronation anniversary. In a congratulatory message, Oba Oyelude described the celebration as a testament to God’s grace and the remarkable […]
South-East security: Militants surrender arms as troops recover weapons
By Kingsley Omonobi Following sustained military operations by troops of the 82 Division/Joint Task Force South-East, Operation Udoka, several members of militant groups have surrendered their arms, while intelligence-led operations have led to the recovery of additional weapons and an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). The Nigerian Army, in a statement on Sunday, said the development […]
Osun election ‘ll expose INEC, security agencies’ 2027 plan — Olawepo-Hashim
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The Presidential candidate of the Accord Party, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has warned that the forthcoming Osun State governorship election would expose what the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, and security agencies have in store for the 2027 general election, urging President Bola Tinubu to ensure a level playing field in […]
Osun Election: Ignore threats, vote en masse, Adeleke urges Osun electorate
By Shina Abubakar OSOGBO — With less than two weeks to the Osun State governorship election, Governor Ademola Adeleke has urged residents not to be intimidated by threats or violence but to come out in large numbers to vote on August 15. Adeleke made the appeal while addressing worshippers during a church service at Winners’ […]
CPPE seeks development finance overhaul to bridge N50trn real sector funding gap
By Yinka Kolawole The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has called for a comprehensive overhaul of Nigeria’s development finance architecture to address an estimated N50 trillion financing gap constraining the country’s productive sectors. In a policy brief issued on Sunday, the Chief Executive Officer of CPPE, Dr. Muda Yusuf, said inadequate access […]
Chelsea sign Argentina’s World Cup star Valentin Barco from Strasbourg
Valentin Barco became Chelsea’s seventh signing of the transfer window on Sunday after joining from sister club Strasbourg on a seven-year deal.
Wuse residents appeal to Wike over prolonged water shortage
By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Residents of Wuse District in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have appealed to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to urgently restore public water supply following nearly three weeks of dry taps in Wuse Zones 1, 2, 3 and Wuse II. The residents said the prolonged disruption […]
Nigeria condoles Algeria over deadly road crash
By Favour Ulebor, Abuja The Federal Government has expressed condolences to the Government and people of Algeria following a road accident in Boumerdès Province that claimed 27 lives and left more than 40 others injured. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, said Nigeria was […]
Labour Party to opposition groups: Join us, we’re the real coalition
…Says nationwide NLC, TUC structures give it edge By John Alechenu ABUJA — The Labour Party (LP) has urged opposition groups and political movements to shelve plans for new alliances and instead align with its platform ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party said it already possesses the strongest nationwide structure capable of unseating […]
₦365m up for grabs as FG rolls out biggest student research prize
…Directs universities, polytechnics to set up selection panels By John Alechenu ABUJA — The Federal Government has launched the 2026 edition of the Tertiary Institutions National Laureate Programme, with a total prize pool of ₦365 million to reward outstanding student research across tertiary institutions. The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, is backing the initiative, […]
Our leaders act like destructive ‘termite kings’ — Bakare
By Henry Obetta LAGOS — Serving Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church, Pastor Tunde Bakare, has described many Nigerian leaders and politicians as “termite kings looking for what to consume” rather than working to build a better nation for future generations. Bakare spoke on Sunday at the presentation of his book, Strategic Intervention in […]
