Don’t bring violence to council secretariats – Union tasks returning workers
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo The Association of Concerned Local Government Workers, ACLGW, in Osun State has prevailed on its colleagues workers returning to work to steer clear violence and adhere to the ethics of their professions. Recalled that the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees, NULGE, in the State has ordered its […]
Photos: Akpabio aide takes Senate President’s free medical outreach to Lagos, targets 700 beneficiaries
Residents of Surulere, Lagos State, on Saturday trooped out in large numbers to benefit from a free medical outreach organised under the Akpabio Cares Initiative, a philanthropic programme driven by the office of the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio. The outreach, which offered free medical consultations, drugs and eyeglasses, is the third edition […]
Interior Ministry: Driving reform initiatives in Paramilitary agencies
The Interior Ministry has, in the last two years, mobilised paramilitary agencies in the direction of internal security reorganisation and affirmation, writes Emmanuel Onani.
Agbonayinma family marks second anniversary of singer son’s passing, Zuwa
By Ayo Onikoyi The Agbonayinma family on January 3, 2026, marked the second remembrance of Osazuwa Michael Agbonayinma, popularly known as Zuwa, remembering a young life defined by creativity, promise, and impact. Zuwa, who was born on July 30, 1999, in Houston, Texas, passed away on January 3, 2024, also in Houston, just weeks before […]
GKS President decries rising ungodliness, injustice as Church marks feast of tabernacles
The President of God’s Kingdom Society (GKS), Brother Felix Ekundayo Adedokun, has raised alarm over what he described as a growing wave of ungodliness, injustice and violence in society, calling on leaders at all levels to govern with integrity and the fear of God.
Uyo: Lawson Godwin Hezekiah’s Mentorship-First approach to Education
By Adesina Wahab As interest in digital careers continues to grow across Nigeria, increasing numbers of young people are seeking opportunities to learn practical technology skills that can translate into sustainable careers. In Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, this demand has become more pronounced as youths explore alternatives to traditional employment pathways and look toward the […]
Oyo borehole professionals urge Makinde to regulate water sector, boost inclusion
By Adeola Badru Professional borehole contractors in Oyo State have called on Governor Seyi Makinde to lead efforts in formally regulating and sanitising the water drilling sector, warning that the current lack of clear standards exposes residents to unsafe water, substandard infrastructure, and unqualified operators. The appeal was made by Mr. Ayo Akinyemi, Chairman of […]
Tinubu’s reforms easing pains, stabilizing economy – Olabimtan, Ondo RHA Coordinator
Rt Hon Victor Olabimtan was a former Speaker of the Ondo state House of Assembly and presently the state chairman of the Executive Chairman, Ondo State Universal Basic Education Board, ODSUBEB. He has just been appointed the state coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, RHA.
Chief Adegbesan celebrates 60th birthday, launches book in grand style
Chief Dotun Donald Adegbesan, the Bobaseto of Ilaro-Yewaland, marked his 60th birthday in grand style with the launch of his book, Harvest of Patience: A Life Unveiled, at the Eko Club, Lagos.
My red flag is a man who talks too much — Bolade Adeshina
Fast-rising Yoruba Nollywood actress Bolade Adeshina has spoken candidly about her journey into acting, her views on love and relationships, and the principles guiding her growing career in the Nigerian film industry.
On the march again, by Patrick Omorodion
Towards the 1993 general election in Nigeria, one of the candidates in the presidential election, Chief MKO Abiola used the above title as his campaign slogan. Today I use it, not for a political campaign but for the round of 16 football battle the Super Eagles would be going into at the 2025 AFCON in […]
US bombing Sokoto: FG on the horns of dilemma, by Dele Sobowale
“I am beginning to wonder how many fools it takes to make the term ‘My Fellow citizens‘” – Honore de Balzac, 1799-1850 in LOST ILLUSIONS. President Tinubu enjoys my fullest sympathies right now. The Christmas Day bombing carried out by American forces, which was envisioned as a step in the right direction, has unleashed more problems […]
2026: Enugu’s year of accelerated consolidation, renewed momentum
By Peter Mbah Ndi Enugu, happy New Year. As we welcome the first light of 2026, I want us to pause and look at where we stand as a people. That is because this moment is more than a transition from one year to the next. It is a solemn passage – an opportunity to reflect on the journey […]
DNA revisited: ‘My husband made my sister pregnant!’
By Bunmi Sofola ISN’T it amazing what torrent of scandal a little event like being pregnant can unleash? For the four years Lisa was married to Nekan, her husband, she tried all she could to get pregnant. At first she thought it was due to her reproductive organs malfunctioning. After series of tests, it was […]
Gains of Akpabio’s new year resolution, by Tonnie Iredia
The beginning of a new year is usually an opportunity for some people to solemnly proclaim a new behaviour for the next 365 days. Although not many are able to keep to the declarations they make on the fateful day, the beginning of another year once again ushers in fresh declarations – a trend which has […]
