Tinubu calls for stronger African economic integration at Nairobi summit
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday led Nigeria’s delegation to the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, advocating stronger economic integration that prioritises Africa’s growth and industrialisation.
2027: British govt has no preferred candidate, says Envoy
By Demola Akinyemi Ilorin —British Deputy High Commissioner in Nigeria, Gill Lever, said yesterday the British government had no preferred candidate in the 2027 general elections in Nigeria. The envoy, who stated this while on a courtesy visit to Kwara State governor and Chairman of Nigeria Governors’ Forum, NGF, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, at Government House, Ilorin, said […]
Fresh details emerge on Alexx Ekubo’s death as colleagues, friends mourn
LAGOS—The Nigerian movie industry was thrown into mourning, yesterday, following the death of actor, Alex Ekubo, at 40.
How fake job offer led to my abduction in Zamfara — UNIJOS graduate
JOS — A graduate of University of Jos, John Azi, has recounted his traumatic experience after he was allegedly lured with a fake job offer, abducted and taken to a kidnappers’ camp in Zamfara State.
My journey to Katsina, by Ochereome Nnanna
My first media tour of Katsina State was in April, 2007 to cover the presidential election. The state had the singular honour of producing the two presidential frontrunners – Governor Umaru Yar’ Adua of the then ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP), and retired Major General Muhammadu Buhari of the All Nigerian People’s Party (ANPP). Both eventually […]
2027: Anioma State actualisation tied to Nwoko’s return — Oganah
By Dapo Akinrefon Prince Tonnie Oganah is the director of media for the Anioma State creation. In this interview, he speaks on the prospect of the creation of Anioma State, why Senator Ned Nwoko, the lawmaker representing Delta North, deserves reelection. He also expresses optimism about the commitment of the All Progressives Congress, APC, to […]
Keir Starmer under pressure to resign as UK PM
Uk Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has come under intense pressure to resign his position, with at least 81 members of the United Kingdom’s Labour Party, including Shabana Mahmood, the Home Secretary, publicly calling on him to either resign or set a timetable for his departure.
Naira rises to N1,393/$ in parallel market
The Naira yesterday appreciated to N1,393 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,405 per dollar on Monday.
NDC one-term tenure’ll guarantee massive support for Obi/Kwankwaso — Ahamba
AN Elder statesman and chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Chief Mike Ahamba, has said that zoning the presidential ticket to the South for one term and rotating it to the North in 2031 …
Google unveils Gemini-powered Android upgrades
By Juliet Umeh Google has unveiled a major overhaul of the Android ecosystem, introducing a suite of Gemini-powered features aimed at transforming smartphones from traditional operating systems into intelligent personal assistants capable of handling tasks proactively across devices. The announcements were made during “The Android Show: I/O Edition,” ahead of the company’s annual Google I/O […]
Thousands of parents turn to WOW Children’s Day Fiesta for meaningful celebration
As families across Nigeria begin planning memorable experiences for Children’s Day 2026, many parents are seeking celebrations that go beyond the usual crowded outings and offer children something more engaging, inclusive and unforgettable. With demand growing for family-friendly events that combine entertainment with meaningful experiences, the 7th edition of the WOW Children’s Day Fiesta is […]
APC knock-out day: 30 govs, 88 senators, 242 reps, 2,620 others know fate today
No fewer than 30 or 31 governors, 88 senators, 242 members of House of Representatives and President Bola Tinubu’s sole challenger, Osifo Stanley, and 2,620 others will know whether or not they will contest the 2027 elections on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, today.
2027: NDC pegs presidential forms at N60m, governorship at N30m
AHEAD of 2027 Presidential and general elections, the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC has pegged its cost to pick the form for its presidential Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms at N60 million as the party unveiled its timetable for primaries and sale of forms ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Northern Nigeria and a likely APC government in 2027: Negotiation or surrender? (Part I), by Usman Sarki
“A people can never rise from low estate as long as they are engrossed in the painful struggle for daily bread”, William Winwood Reade The evolution of politics in Nigeria has now reached a critical juncture where the question of Northern Nigeria’s interests and priorities can no longer be deferred or treated as an inconvenient distraction. […]
NAAPE’s ‘SOS’ on jet fuel
The Nigerian aviation industry is standing on the edge of a precipice, staring into an abyss of operational paralysis. The present Jet-A1 crisis has become an economic hiccup as well as an existential threat to our aviation safety architecture. The National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE) has rightly sounded the alarm: the astronomical […]
Peter Obi moves to NDC; Goodluck Jonathan caught in PDP’s quagmire
This week’s ONE VOTE examines Peter Obi joining the NDC and Goodluck Jonathan’s rumoured bid to return to the seat of power.
