Arigidi Akoko Renewal Group redefines community with infrastructural development
By Kingsley Adegboye The Arigidi Akoko Renewal Group (AARG), a non-governmental and non-partisandevelopment organization comprising indigenous sons and daughters of ArigidiAkoko in Ondo State residend in Nigeria and the diaspora, has brought smiles to the faces of its people by successfully completing and handing over a number of strategic community development projects in its domain.The […]
AFCON: How data confirms rising tactical balance across African football
By Esther Onyegbula The Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, has undergone a major competitive transformation over the past two decades, with data-driven analysis showing that the tournament is now one of the most balanced and unpredictable football competitions globally. A post-tournament review by CRS Predictions, a sports analytics and forecasting firm that tracks performance trends, […]
Tinubu urged to intervene in Rivers political crisis
By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Niger Delta Professionals for Peace and Democracy, NDPPD, a non-partisan platform of professionals committed to democratic governance, peace, and sustainable development in the Niger Delta, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to urgently intervene in the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State to restore peace and stability. The group expressed […]
Bayelsa varsity inducts pioneer graduates into Nigeria Institute of Building
By Emem Idio, Yenagoa The Department of Building, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Niger Delta University (NDU), Bayelsa, on Friday inducted its pioneer graduates into the Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB). The ceremony which took place at the university campus, Wilberforce Island had as its theme: “Building the Future; Innovating, Integrating and Inspiring in the Construction […]
Solid Minerals Ministry clarifies ownership of Lagos gold refinery
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, has responded to concerns raised about the siting of a gold refinery in Lagos. In a statement issued by Segun Tomori, Special Assistant on Media to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, the Ministry clarified that the refinery in Lagos […]
Smart travel solutions by VFS Global empower Nigerian group travellers
By Jimoh Babatunde VFS Global has a range of technology-driven travel solutions in place to enhance the visa application experience for Nigerian group travellers. This comes as Nigeria strengthens its position as Africa’s largest economy and a major travel hub, with increasing demand for faster, secure and more convenient visa services, particularly for corporate groups, […]
Monarch poised to improve educational standards in Ogoni, sets up committees
The new leadership of KAGOTE, the apex socio-cultural organisation of the Ogoni people comprising Khana, Gokana, Tai and Eleme Local Government Areas of Rivers State, has expressed its readiness to reposition the education sector in Ogoniland to ensure access to quality education for all indigenes.
Mavic Chijioke Okeugo reclaims intimacy of black portraiture in London exhibition
Where Light Learns Our Faces stands as a critical intervention in contemporary portrait photography. Okeugo’s practice challenges dominant visual economies
Nigeria’s infrastructure at risk without local engineers, NSE President warns
Against the backdrop of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda and the push for a “Buy Nigeria First” policy, the Nigerian Society of Engineers has opened a new chapter with the inauguration of Engr. Ali Alimasuya Rabiu as its 35th President, promising a reset that places Nigerian engineers at the heart of national development.
African Ministers of Minerals re-elect Nigeria’s Alake AMSG Chair
THE Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, has been re-elected Chairman of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group, AMSG.
Eco-Art: Think Artist, Derby Centre herald environmental responsibility
As part of collective efforts towards protecting the planet and ensuring sustainable use of resources, focusing on waste reduction, energy conservation and prevention of pollution, Think Artist, in collaboration with the Derby Refugee Advice Centre, held a workshop on combining environmental responsibility with creative expression.
Jointly building bridge of China-Africa people-to-people exchanges
On January 8, 2026, President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter to the launching ceremony of the 2026 China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges
CBN, policy shifts and economy
By ARIZE NWOBU The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has worked dedicatedly alongside the Federal Government and implemented policy shifts towards the reconfiguration of the economy to foster stability and sustainable growth, increase overall economic efficiency and improve living standard. CBN policy shifts contributed largely to pull the economy out of the crisis management stage, but it […]
Outrage on social media over recent VAT addition in Moniepoint charges
Customers expressed anger and confusion over the additional VAT, highlighting the strain it places on everyday transactions
NEDC ends training, installs N3bn ophthalmology equipment in Borno
By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri The North East Development Commission (NEDC) on Monday concluded its two-week training, with installation of N3 billion Ophthalmology equipment it procured for Borno/Dental Hospital in Maiduguri. Speaking to Journalists, the Managing Director/CEO of the Commission, Alhaji Goni Alkali said, the gesture is to reposition the hospital for better, thereby replacing old […]
Jos hosts walk on climate impact, resource competition
By Marie-Therese Nanlong Jos – Jos residents and stakeholders took part in an awareness walk along key city routes to highlight the impact of climate change on natural resources and the potential for local conflicts arising from resource pressures. The walk drew public attention to the link between climate change, pressure on natural resources and […]
