VP Shettima’s censure of ethnic profiling
Vice President Kashim Shettima’s call on Nigerians to reject ethnic profiling, religious hatred, misinformation and retaliatory violence deserves the widest possible support. Speaking in Jos, Plateau State, at the 80th birthday celebration and public presentation of the autobiography of former Governor Jonah Jang, Shettima reminded Nigerians that “crime has no tribe, violence has no religion, […]
Troops ambush Lakurawa terrorists in Kebbi, recover items
Troops of Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA deployed for counter terrorism and anti-banditry operations in Kebbi State have said that they ambushed Lakurawa Terrorist Group (LTG) on transit to wreak havoc in Dandi Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
14.5m children registered as Nigeria pushes for legal identity for every child
… 6,000 wards now offer digital birth registration — NPC… FG links birth registration with health, identity systemsBy Chioma ObinnaAs Nigeria joined other African countries to mark the 2026 Africa Civil Registration and Vital Statistics, CRVS, over 14.5 million Nigerian children have been registered under the country’s intensified birth registration drive even as the Federal […]
Meet Simon Ajah: Techpreneur, hospitality, real estate guru
Today, Ajah’s interests span real estate development, property investment, hospitality, technology, and entrepreneurship
Delta Economic Summit: Ughievwen professionals demand action on energy, agriculture, ICT, healthcare
The Ughievwen Professionals Association, UPA, has urged the Delta State Government to immediately translate the resolutions of the recently concluded Delta Economic and Investment Summit into concrete projects, particularly in energy, agriculture, information and communication technology, ICT, healthcare and industrialisation.
UOO’s 70th anniversary: ACIMA tasks Aba businesses on succession plan
The Aba Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ACIMA) has urged entrepreneurs to separate themselves from their businesses and institutionalise succession plans to ensure that their enterprises survive beyond their founders.
Yayi @57: Bakinson organises prayer, seeks divine support for Ogun 2027 bid
Aare Olarenwaju Kazem Bakinson, founder of the Bakinson Movement for Yayi, has organised a prayer and thanksgiving session to commemorate the 57th birthday of Senator Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, while seeking divine support for his 2027 Ogun State governorship ambition.
Otti pledges Abia’s readiness to partner REA on renewable energy projects
Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has expressed a strong commitment to partner with the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) to fast-track renewable energy projects across the state, admitting that it was unacceptable for Abia to lag behind given its vast potential. Receiving a high-level delegation from the REA, the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI), and […]
British Council to host AFWL 2026 creative panel talks in London
By Yemisi Suleiman As part of the highly anticipated Africa Fashion Week London (AFWL) 2026, the AFWL in conjunction with the British Council is set to host the Creative Panel Talks. The event will bring together some of the world’s leading designers, educators, entrepreneurs, artists, journalists and creative leaders for a full day of insightful […]
Ulefunta festival: Committee announces plans for Akure heritage library, 6-Day cultural celebration
By Dayo Johnson Akure The Chairman of the Ulefunta Festival Committee, Chief Adekunle Ajanaku, has announced plans to establish the Akure Heritage Library as part of efforts to preserve the history and cultural identity of Akure. Speaking ahead of the 2026 Ulefunta Festival, Ajanaku said the six-day celebration will bring together residents and indigenes of […]
Harcher thrills London fans at Outernet show
LONDON — Fast-rising Nigerian Afrobeats artiste and Bullion Records act, Abdul Rahman Yusuf, popularly known as Harcher, has continued his UK tour with an energetic performance at Outernet London. Harcher performed on Sunday, August 9, 2026, delivering a blend of Afrobeats, R&B, pop and street-hop to an enthusiastic audience. The London show was the second […]
