Labour to FG: Job losses loom over NAFDAC’s continued ban on sachet alcohol
Workers in the food and beverage sector staged yet another protest at the office of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, yesterday, calling on the Federal Government to urgently intervene and protect their livelihoods.
“I Remain Loyal”: Beyond the slogan and rethinking loyalty in Nigeria’s politics(3), by Usman Sarki
“All things are possible in politics”— Douglas Reed After two weeks of examining the language and practice of loyalty in Nigerian politics, one conclusion stands out with unsettling clarity: the phrase “I remain loyal” has become both a confession and an indictment. It confesses the fragility of conviction in our political culture and indictes a system […]
City Boy’s South-East invasion, by Ochereome Nnanna
Before now, not many people outside the South-West, especially inner Lagos circles knew, or bothered about the “City Boy” phenomenon. It was a byname invented for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu by his followers at the outset of the 2023 political season to emblematise his “street-smart” persona which has enabled him to streak from nowhere to President […]
Uzo Uwani youths endorse Ezugwu for 2nd term
The Concerned Uzo-Uwani Youth Movement (CUYM) has passed a vote of confidence on the Chairman, Uzo Uwani LGA, Barrister Chijioke Ezugwu and endorsed him for a second term in office.The group said the decision to support the Chairman for a second term in office was in consideration of his laudable efforts in addressing the worrisome […]
₦13.7bn payroll fraud allegation triggers outrage in Osun
By Godwin Oritse An audit firm, Salivot Consulting Limited, has alleged a staggering N13.7 billion annual payroll fraud involving thousands of ghost workers and pensioners in Osun State.The firm’s Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Sadat Bakrin-Ottun, disclosed the findings during an appearance on Politics Tonight on Channels Television on Thursday.According to her, a 12-month forensic audit […]
Afemai, equity, and what Oshiomole wants to take from me
Every normal child wants the assurances of peace and camaraderie in his immediate environment and community. They don’t know that peace comes at a price
Cartoon: Raging, abandoned bull; till 2027
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FCC gives historic plenary honour to retiring Director Maitama
By Henry Obetta The Federal Character Commission, FCC, on Tuesday formally honoured its retired Director of General Services, Yusuf Nura Maitama, during a plenary session at the Commission’s headquarters, to mark the conclusion of his outstanding and meritorious career in the public service. The recognition, which marks the first time in the history of the […]
Ramadan: Developer extends goodwill to Muslims, reaffirms affordable housing commitment
By Emmanuel Okogba As Nigerian Muslims commence the holy month of Ramadan on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, T Pumpy Concept Limited has sent warm greetings and heartfelt goodwill to the Muslim Ummah across the country. In a statement released on the first day of the fasting month, Managing Director Akintayo Adaralegbe encouraged Muslims to fully […]
Champions League: Mourinho sees red as Real Madrid beat Benfica 1-0
Vinicius Junior scored a sensational goal to earn Real Madrid a 1-0 Champions League play-off first leg victory at Benfica on Tuesday, although the match was marred by apparent racist abuse aimed at the Brazilian.
Tinubu appoints Gov Sani Renewed Hope Ambassador, Dep DG
Abuja, Feb. 17, 2026 (NAN) President Bola Tinubu has appointed Gov. Uba Sani of Kaduna State as the Renewed Hope Ambassador and Deputy Director-General for party outreach, engagement and mobilisation. The appointment is with immediate effect. This is contained in a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday in Abuja. Tinubu, as […]
