Observations over the last 11 years have shown that in Cross River State, cases of alleged ritual killings tend to increase as general elections draw near, with women accounting for more than 90 per cent of the reported victims. Our Correspondent, Emma Una, highlights the ugly trend in the last  decade.

By Adeola Badru LAGOS — The Methodist Church Nigeria has urged Nigerians to embrace freedom, solidarity and national unity, saying inspirational songs and sacred music can promote patriotism and encourage citizens to contribute to national development. The church said musical compositions conveying messages of freedom, collective responsibility and solidarity could inspire citizens to work towards […]

The sixth Congress of the Pan African Association for Cleft Lip and Palate (PAACLIP) has opened in Abuja with calls for stronger African-led advocacy, sustainable health financing and comprehensive cleft care across the continent. The congress, hosted by the Nigerian Association of Cleft Lip and Palate (NACLP) in partnership with Smile Train and the Federal […]

Mr Yann Gilbert has stepped down as President of the European Business Chamber Nigeria, Eurocham, after leading the organisation through a period of structural growth, expanded membership and heightened private-sector engagement. Chamber disclosed this at its 8th Annual General Meeting, held alongside its flagship Gala & Awards Night 2026 at the Lagos Continental Hotel, Victoria […]

By Akeem Salau Nigeria has more than ₦40 trillion in untapped manufacturing opportunities, with imports accounting for 64 per cent of local demand for manufactured goods in 2025, according to a new report. The report, Nigerian Manufacturing Opportunity Report 2026, was launched yesterday by SEID Intel, the market intelligence unit of SEID, at the 54th […]