NCC unveils Q4 report, says service quality improving
By Favour Ulebor, Abuja The Nigerian Communications Commission NCC has unveiled its Q4 2025 Industry Network Performance Report, indicating measurable improvements in network performance and quality of experience across the country. Speaking during a Zoom meeting on Wednesday, the Executive Commissioner, Technical Services, Nigerian Communications Commission, Engr. Abraham Oshadami, said the Commission considers transparency a […]
Red Cross deploys over 5,300 volunteers for Lagos Measles–Rubella campaign
By Ebunoluwa Sessou The Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS), Lagos State Branch, has deployed 5,346 trained volunteers across the state to boost awareness and demand ahead of the Measles–Rubella (MR) vaccination exercise, which begins on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. The large-scale mobilisation marks the launch of an intensive house-to-house Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) […]
Nigeria’s education crisis demands whole-of-society rescue — Educationist
By Victor Ahiuma-Young As Nigeria few days ago joined the rest of the world to mark the International Day of Education, the Chief Executive Officer of Sterling One Foundation, Mrs Olapeju Ibekwe, has warned that the country’s worsening education crisis now poses a serious threat to its economic, social, and security future, calling for urgent, […]
Disunity weakening Muslim impact in Ogun, Oloyede warns
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Registrar, Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, on Tuesday lamented the persistent disunity among Imams in Ogun State, warning that internal divisions have weakened the collective strength and influence of Muslims in the state. Oloyede spoke at the maiden edition of the Ogun State Muslims’ General Assembly […]
NYSC Records: Group demands transparency in Interior minister’s matter
By Ebunoluwa Sessou The South West Forum of NGOs has called for transparency in the handling of allegations surrounding the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, records of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. Addressing journalists in Abeokuta, Ogun State, the group’s convener, Comrade Adebisi Olushina, described the allegations as grave and urged President Bola Tinubu […]
A’Ibom Northwest students join support for Akpabio’s reelection
By Egufe Yafugborhi UYO – STUDENTS in Northwest (Ikot Ekpene) Senatorial District of Akwa Ibom state have joined support groups promoting Senate President, Godswill Akpabio for reelection come 2027. The students also pledged to support President Bola Tinubu and Governor Umo Eno for second tenure, adding Akwa Ibom and Nigerians desire the trio to continue […]
QNET pushes ethical entrepreneurship as Nigeria’s direct selling market evolves
By Juliet Umeh With millions of young Nigerians relying on informal income streams amid rising unemployment, a lifestyle and direct selling company, QNET has said it is reframing ethical direct selling as a transparent and regulated form of micro-entrepreneurship, as it unveils its operational strategy for Nigeria ahead of 2026. With nearly three decades of […]
Praise, book presentation as Tonlagha turns 50
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja A series of events has been lined up to celebrate the 50th birthday of the Chairman of Maton Engineering Nigeria Limited, Mr. Mathew Tonlagha. The activities commenced with a birthday praise event on February 2, 2026, in Warri, Delta State, followed by the public presentation of a book and a reception […]
Oyo marks 50 years as insecurity, kingship crisis shadow Iresa-Adu
By Juliet Umeh As Oyo State celebrates its 50th anniversary, residents of Iresa-Adu, a key border town in Surulere Local Government Area, say the milestone is overshadowed by insecurity and the continued absence of a traditional ruler for nearly nine years. The concerns come amid recent security incidents across the state. Following the killing of […]
Nigeria’s anaemia crisis now national development emergency — Experts
Nigeria’s anaemia and malnutrition crisis has reached critical levels, with experts warning it now threatens national development.
Iginla defends ‘poor pastor’ comment, says prosperity is choice
The Lead Pastor of Champions Faith Assembly, Prophet Joshua Iginla, has weighed in on the controversy surrounding the viral statement, “I can never follow a poor pastor,” saying life is defined by personal choice and perspective. Iginla made the remarks in a video message titled “The Poor Versus the Rich,” which has since gained traction […]
