Troops kill 18 terrorists, destroy enclaves in Borno
By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), in close coordination with Air Component Command, have killed 18 Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters after it destroyed key enclaves in coordinated ground and air assaults on Timbuktu Triangle, some parts of Sambisa and Bulabulin Forests. Sources said the operations, conducted […]
Opposition builds against Edo Speaker’s re-election bid
The third-term ambition of the Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Blessing Agbebaku, has come under renewed opposition from political stakeholders in Owan West Constituency.
Buni appoints Goje as Acting SSG
By Ndahi Marama, Damaturu The Governor of Yobe State, Hon. (Dr) Mai Mala Buni, has approved the appointment of Dr. Mohammed Goje as the Acting Secretary to the State Government (SSG), with immediate effect. Until his new appointment, Dr. Goje served as the Executive Secretary of the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), where he played […]
Ofor urges policy reforms, youth participation in economic planning
By Matilda Ikediobi Founder of Orava Nigeria Limited, a company operating as a marine logistics firm, Dr Darlington Ofor, has expressed support for economic diversification, infrastructure development and youth participation in the country’s economy. Ofor, in a statement, said this as Nigeria continues to examine issues such as infrastructure, employment and economic growth. According to […]
Sokoto redeploys education secretaries across 23 LGs in sweeping reform
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto In a decisive move aimed at strengthening the delivery of basic education and accelerating institutional reforms, the Sokoto State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has approved the immediate redeployment of Education Secretaries across all 23 Local Government Areas of the state. The directive, announced on Wednesday, is part of a broader […]
Kazeem declares bid for Alimosho I assembly seat, promises inclusive leadership
By Ebunoluwa Sessou A seasoned journalist, broadcaster, and businesswoman, Oluwanifemi Kazeem, has declared her intention to contest the Alimosho Constituency I seat in the Lagos State House of Assembly under the All Progressives Congress (APC). Kazeem made the declaration on Wednesday, shortly after concluding consultations with party leaders in the constituency. Speaking with journalists, she […]
SDP blasts INEC, insists ‘No power to install party chairmen’
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has criticised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over what it described as a “fundamental error” in handling internal party matters, insisting that the commission has no constitutional authority to determine party leadership.
WHO, Kaduna Govt step up drive to reach ‘Zero-dose’ children
The World Health Organization (World Health Organization) and the Kaduna State Government have intensified efforts to ensure that every eligible child receives routine immunisation, as activities marking the 2026 African Vaccination Week commence.
Afolashade Shona-Aluko shines at women’s award in Sierra Leone
As a part of recognition towards her various impactful activities to humanity, Yeye Bobajiro Oodua, Chief Mrs. (Dr.) Afolashade Shona-Aluko was part of the many celebrated at the just concluded Most Influential 50 African Women Awards in Sierra Leone.
Amuwo Odofin: Group backs Umeadi for Reps seat
By Ebunoluwa Sessou A group, named Concerned Stakeholders for Good Governance and Progressive Representation, Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency has signalled out Engineer Azubuike Umeadi as the most credible aspirant for the green chamber seat ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement signed by the group’s convener Adesiyan Adebola, Umeadi’s leadership qualities, sense of […]
NYA urges members to contest all seats, targets 2027 elections
The National Youth Alliance (NYA) has called on its members across Nigeria and in the diaspora to prepare for active participation in the 2027 general elections by contesting elective positions at all levels.
Nigeria targets $90bn livestock economy as $3bn investment drive gathers momentum
Stakeholders in Nigeria’s livestock sector are intensifying a private sector-led push to unlock $3 billion in investment opportunities over the next three to five years, aiming to shatter longstanding barriers and propel the industry into a $74-90 billion powerhouse by 2035.
Ideas rule the world, says Soludo at UNN lecture
Governor of Anambra State, Chukwuma Soludo, has expressed concern over what he described as a growing disconnect between academic research and public policy, stressing that ideas remain the driving force of societal development.
LAGOS: Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu backs N70m fund for children’s surgeries
By Matilda Ikediobi Non-profit organisation, Orunsii Welcare Foundation, has committed N70 million to support paediatric surgeries for indigent patients across selected hospitals in Lagos, in a bid to improve access to life-saving care for children whose families cannot afford treatment. The initiative, unveiled in collaboration with the Office of the First Lady of Lagos State, […]
Stakeholders back Rep Fuad Laguda for second term
Major stakeholders in Surulere Constituency I of Lagos State have declared support for the re-election of the member representing the constituency in the House of Representatives, Rep. Fuad Kayode Laguda.
Cleric to Nigerian Youths: Become Ambassadors of Peace
Founder and Custodian of the World Peace Movement, Shaykh Ahmad Dabbagh, has urged Nigerian youths to embrace peace-building and become ambassadors of peace in their communities.
