44 years after, newly completed bridge thrills Bayelsa communities
By Samuel Oyadongha For residents of Polaku community and Sabagreia community in Yenagoa and Kolokuma-Opokuma Local Government Areas, Bayelsa State, these are happy times. The people are excited over the completion of the new bridge across the Nun River connecting both communities. Before the intervention of the state government led by Senator Douye Diri, residents […]
Beyond politics
By VICTOR-BANDELE DADA Politics has evolved into one of the largest businesses of the modern age, commanding enormous financial flows, institutional attention and popular emotion. Yet, despite its scale and spectacle, political power repeatedly fails to deliver durable prosperity, social harmony, or ecological balance. My argument is that the persistent wastage of political power arises from […]
E-Transmission: Cleric urges NASS to protect electoral integrity
The National Assembly has been urged to act responsibly and avoid decisions that could spark a crisis over the electronic transmission of election results in real time.
Ilara-Mokin hosts business network golf tournament
The Smokin hills Golf Resort in Ilara-Mokin, Ondo State, will host the 2026 Business Network Golf Tournament on February 21.
Cabotage fund to be disbursed soon – NIMASA
By Ediri Ejoh The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has said the long-awaited Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) will be disbursed in the coming months, with rollout expected in the second quarter of 2026. Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, represented by Mrs. Nneka Obianyor, Director of Reforms Coordination and Blue Economy, […]
Ironbar to Otu: Your twin awards shows deepen commitment, endorsement of leadership
By Henry Obetta The Chief of Staff to Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State, Dr Emmanuel Ironbar, has described as a resounding endorsement of leadership defined by substance rather than spectacle, the recent twin honours of Doctor of Humanities by the Modibbo Adama University, Yola and the Governor of the Year by The Sun […]
Maduekwe develops diagnostic model to guide aid negotiations in electricity sector
By Esther Onyegbula A Nigerian energy expert, Ms. Monica Maduekwe, has developed a diagnostic tool aimed at helping governments in the electricity sector critically assess the long-term institutional implications of financial aid and donor-backed incentives before agreements are finalised.Maduekwe, founder of PUTTRU, an Africa-focused platform providing expert financing solutions to the energy sector, developed the […]
Boss Director experiments with Amapiano and Afro-Fusion in new singles – ‘Philomina,’ ‘Shakina’
Nigerian Afro-Fusion artist Boss Director is drawing attention with two recent releases, “Philomina” and “Shakina,” showcasing evolving blend
Nigerian schools’ sanitation gap undermining girls’ dignity, education – Prof. Emelonye
By Esther Onyegbula An international human rights scholar, Professor Uchenna Emelonye, has warned that Nigeria’s persistent water and sanitation deficits, particularly in schools, are undermining girls’ dignity, health and access to education, urging governments to treat water and sanitation as urgent human rights priorities. Emelonye made the call while speaking at the African Union Pre-Summit […]
NUP clears air on Zal’s retirement, cites age limit, constitutional reforms
By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Nigeria Union of Pensioners, NUP, has clarified the circumstances surrounding the compulsory retirement of its General Secretary, Mr Actor Zal, insisting that the decision strictly followed the union’s constitution, staff regulations and public service rules. The President of NUP, Mr Godwin Abumis, made the clarification in Abuja , following concerns and allegations […]
Nigeria remains a critical market for our growth – Infinix
Smartphone brand, Infinix, has stated that Nigeria remains a critical market for its growth, as its partnership with 3C Hub will deepen market spread.
