By Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) House of Representatives candidate for the Dunukofia/Njikoka/Anaocha Federal Constituency in the 2027 general elections, Chief Chukwudi Oli, has received a boost following the endorsement of his candidacy by members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), All Progressives Congress (APC), Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), and […]

VAIn a massive blow to transnational drug trafficking networks, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has formally taken custody of a staggering 6,778.5 kilograms of Canadian Loud, ….

…Laments no government presence in 2 autonomous communities that make up community By Steve Oko For more than three decades, the people of Mgbidi community in Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State have struggled to complete a bridge project they conceived and funded through communal efforts. Today, the abandoned structure stands as a painful […]

After 45 days of a crippling strike that has shut down academic activities at the University of Cross River State, UNICROSS, the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, said it was set to meet with the state government as both sides move to resolve the impasse.

By Dapo Akinrefon LAGOS—A coalition comprising Concerned Nigerians in Diaspora United Kingdom, Concerned Fulani People of Nigeria and the Assembly of Lagos Youths has dismissed allegations against the Chief of Staff to the President, Mr Femi Gbajabiamila, describing them as unsubstantiated and a distraction. In a joint statement by US-based public affairs commentator, Kofo Williams; […]

Millions of Nigerians depend on airtime credit to stay connected, Nairtime Nigeria Chief Executive Officer and Optasia Chief Commercial Officer, Ms. Uchenna Agbo, has said, as mobile network operators resume airtime lending services following months of disruption caused by a regulatory dispute over digital lending rules. The restoration of Airtime Credit Services, ACS, comes ahead […]

…technology no longer optional, Education Minister, Alausa declares By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The minister of education, Dr Tunji Alausa, on Tuesday declared that Nigeria has reached a defining moment where technology must become the backbone of classroom teaching, warning that the country cannot defeat its alarming learning crisis by relying on outdated, paper-based education systems. […]

By Nnasom David A coalition of concerned stakeholders and good governance advocates in Enugu State has commended Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah for what it described as “unprecedented firsts” across key sectors, noting that his performance-driven leadership has significantly reshaped governance and weakened opposition narratives in the state. The group, under the aegis of Concerned Stakeholders […]

OBEAGWE is a riverine community in Ogbaru local government area of Anambra State. It has a unique culture which has not been abandoned despite modernity. In this community, the people revere the Alligator, a semi-aquatic animal which they believe protects them and wards off external aggressors when necessary.

By Evelyn Usman The Partnership Against Violent Extremism Network (PAVE) has launched a 30-day national civic advocacy campaign aimed at mobilising Nigerians to demand urgent action against insecurity, abductions and violent extremism, while advocating safeguards in the proposed establishment of state police. The campaign, which commenced today, July 1, 2026, and will run until July […]

By Peter Egwuatu The I-Create Club has celebrated outstanding creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills among young Nigerians at the grand finale of its annual competition themed “ Once Upon A Problem”, during the grand finale in Lagos. The competition challenged participants to identify real-life challenges within their homes, schools, communities, or the country and develop […]

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Tributes have continued to pour in for former Executive Director of the then Okpella Cement Company, Pa Reuben Eghobor, JP, whose burial will take place on Friday, July 31, 2026, in Ekpoma, Edo State. Pa Eghobor, a respected politician, educationist and community leader, passed away on January 18, 2026, at the age of 92 after […]

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — Sokoto State University (SSU) will confer degrees on no fewer than 6,000 graduates during its 8th Combined Convocation Ceremony on Saturday, marking the return of the institution’s convocation after a seven-year break. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Muhammad Bello Yarima, disclosed this on Monday during a pre-convocation press conference in Sokoto, […]

By Adesina Wahab  Youths of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South-South geopolitical zone have warned chief executives of federal agencies and contractors in the region to ensure that resources under their control are used strictly for their intended purposes. In a statement signed by Prince Urhorho Koyoyo, Zonal Youth Leader of the APC […]