No budget in Rivers, Fubara spending public funds illegally – Ewor alleges

No budget in Rivers, Fubara spending public funds illegally – Ewor alleges

By Idowu Bankole A former Caretaker Committee Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party in Rivers State, Robinson Ewor, has expressed concern that Rivers State do not have an appropriated budget for the 2026 fiscal year. Ewor expressed the concern on Wednesday, during a “thank you” visit to Ahoada East Local Government Area of the state […]
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Against all odds: Elizabeth Nta’s memoir of survival, success

Against all odds: Elizabeth Nta’s memoir of survival, success

By Esther Onyegbula A new memoir by Elizabeth Nta has offered a gripping account of childhood trauma, abuse, faith and resilience, chronicling her journey from a life marked by loss and exploitation to academic success and self-discovery. The book, which reads as both a personal testimony and a social commentary, traces Nta’s life from her […]

January 8, 1983: The Day Nigeria Entered the World Cup

January 8, 1983: The Day Nigeria Entered the World Cup

How the Flying Eagles of 1983 broke decades of heartbreak and opened FIFA’s doors for Nigerian football. FLYING EAGLES, Class of 1983The Team That Put Nigeria on the FIFA World Map By Paul Lucky Okoku Why We Must Tell Our Own Story January 8 stands as one of the most important dates in Nigerian football […]

Osun 2026: APC’s candidate, Oyebamiji leads Adeleke in opinion poll

Osun 2026: APC’s candidate, Oyebamiji leads Adeleke in opinion poll

By Godwin Oritse A recently concluded opinion poll conducted by a reputable media organisation, Standard Post, has projected victory for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), in the August 8, 2026 election. According to the poll, Oyebamiji is leading the race with 52 per cent of respondents’ votes. The […]

Akpoveta –The health systems consultant  – Listed in  2025 Who’s Who in Africa

Akpoveta –The health systems consultant  – Listed in  2025 Who’s Who in Africa

The Director General of the Delta State Contributory Health Commission (DSCHC), Olorogun Isaac Omavuaye Akpoveta, has been listed in the 2025 edition of Who’s Who in Africa, joining a distinguished list of Nigerians whose influence spans governance, business, science, culture and public service. Chief Dr. Akpoveta is recognized among Africa’s leading figures in health systems […]

What you might expect in 2026: A valedictory edition, by Azu Ishiekwene

What you might expect in 2026: A valedictory edition, by Azu Ishiekwene

This seventh edition of my special yearly forecast might be the last. I’ve enjoyed  doing it – the hits and the misses – especially the big hits.  From twice forecasting that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar would lose (2019 and 2023, he’ll lose again in 2027), months before the election, to predicting that at least five […]

Investigate NEPC boss now, group tells ICPC, EFCC

Investigate NEPC boss now, group tells ICPC, EFCC

The Arewa Progressive Assembly (APA), a prominent civil society organization, has called on the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission(ICPC),  Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to launch a thorough investigation into the activities of Dr. Nonye Ayeni, the Executive Director/CEO of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC).