Eribo questions Oredo primary results announced by media outlets
Hon. Kelvin Osasu Eribo has expressed concern over reports of primary election results for the Oredo Federal Constituency that were circulated by some media outlets in Benin City. In a statement made available to supporters and the public, Eribo said he had observed the reports with concern, noting that some party members and stakeholders have […]
GBV, IPV hindering HIV response in Nigeria, Global Fund warns
By Favour Ulebor, Abuja The Global Fund has identified gender based violence, GBV, and intimate partner violence, IPV, as major barriers to ending the HIV epidemic in Nigeria, stressing the need for increased investments and coordinated interventions to address the challenge. Head of HIV at the Global Fund, Dr. Izukanji Sikazwe, stated this on Thursday […]
Banwo, Big Smart team up for new collaboration “Vibes”
The countdown has officially begun for what is set to be one of the most exhilarating musical collaborations of the season. Fast-rising Afrobeat talent Banwo (born Babalola Banwo) has announced the upcoming release of his massive new single, “Vibes,” dropping worldwide on June 19, 2026. Far from a standard release, “Vibes” is a high-octane sonic […]
Sanchez exhibition explores light, perspective, artistic precision
By Esther Onyegbula Lagos will host the Nigerian debut of renowned Spanish artist, Yago Sanchez, as his immersive crystal mosaic exhibition, The Precision of Light in the Dark, opens at Integra Art Space, Lekki, from June 17 to June 20, 2026. Curated by Nigerian-British artist, actress and African holistic natural living advocate, Lola Bashua, the […]
SBA Reads to launch innovative digital distribution app
Speaking on the upcoming release, the SBA Reads Team noted that the app is a natural extension of their core mission
Responsible gaming must take priority over revenue, stakeholders tell African operators
By Esther Onyegbula & Matthew Johnson Stakeholders in Africa’s gaming industry have called for stronger accountability, consumer protection and responsible gaming practices, warning that the industry’s rapid growth should not come at the expense of player welfare. The call was made on Thursday at the Responsible Gaming, 2026 Symposium organised by Gamble Alert Nigeria in […]
AFNIS 2026: Shift for Africa’s mining as Romulus Mining emerges ‘Title Sponsor’
…plans to expand Nigerian mining investments to $150m in 3 years By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – AHEAD of the 5th Anniversary Edition of the African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit, AFNIS 2026, a fundamental shift underway across Africa’s mining landscape, as Romulus Mining becomes Title Sponsor of the event. The AFNIS 2026 Powered by […]
Best Ideology for the Nigerian State: Awolowo-Dudley discourse revisited
By Tunji Olaopa It is always a delight to test the ideas of a politician against those of the political scientist. Both are concerned with politics and the political, and especially on the question of how a state ought to be governed, and the dynamics of a government vis-à-vis the lives and flourishing of the […]
Democracy Day: Group tasks Tinubu on insecurity, economy
A youth coalition, Renewed Hope Youth Alliance (RHYA), has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intensify efforts in tackling Nigeria’s worsening insecurity and economic hardship as the nation marks this year’s Democracy Day. The group said June 12 remains a painful reminder of Nigeria’s long and turbulent journey to democratic governance, stressing that the sacrifices […]
World Cup struggles to ignite US excitement
Fans put off by prices, some denied visas, and locals more fired up about basketball: the 2026 World Cup is kicking off without much enthusiasm in the United States.
Between Oversight and Overreach: Ambush of Umar Ajiya and limits of Senate theatre
By Muhammad Bello The recent verbal fireworks at the National Assembly between the Senator representing Edo North, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, and the former Chief Financial Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Malam Umar Ajiya, serves as a poignant reminder of the dangerous trajectory our democratic oversight is taking. During a session of the […]
