NNPCL, security agencies intensify crackdown on pipeline vandals
By Udeme Akpan & Obas Esiedesa The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) and security agencies have intensified efforts to combat pipeline vandalism following the discovery of a damaged section of the Nigerian Pipelines and Storage Company (NPSC) crude oil pipeline at Pai Community, Kwali Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. The […]
2027: Tinubu set for strong North-West support, says Matawalle
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu remains politically strong in the North-West and is well positioned to secure substantial support from the region ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
DEMOCRACY DAY: Tinubu honours top journalists, generals, others for roles in struggle
LAGOS—IN commemoration of the 2026 Democracy Day, President Bola Tinubu, has given national awards to 51 eminent Nigerians including media icons, pro-democracy activists, and retired military officers who fought against military dictatorship during the historic June 12 struggle.
Democracy Day: Benjamin Kalu commended for legislative, constitutional reform efforts
As Nigeria commemorates Democracy Day, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has been praised for his contributions to legislative reforms and efforts aimed at strengthening democratic institutions in the country. In a statement issued by public affairs commentator Ned Korie, Kalu was described as a key figure in the […]
Women groups upbeat on passage of Reserved Seats Bill
By Emmanuel Okogba Women’s rights organisations and gender inclusion advocates have expressed confidence that the National Assembly will pass the Reserved Seats for Women Bill, describing the proposal as a critical step towards addressing Nigeria’s longstanding gender imbalance in political representation. The groups, who have intensified advocacy efforts in support of the constitutional amendment, said […]
33 years after: Can Nigeria ever have another election like June 12?
THE process was crude but transparent. The organisers called it Option A4. Only two candidates stood for the election. No thumb-printing was required.
