IPOB declares May 30 Biafra heroes remembrance day, urges sit-at-home reflection
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has declared May 30, 2026, as a solemn day of remembrance for millions of people who lost their lives during the Nigerian civil war, describing the occasion as a period of reflection, mourning and honour for fallen Biafran heroes and heroines.
Signature Bank Reports Stronger 2025 Performance As Profit Rises To ₦3.59bn
Signature Bank Limited has reported a significantly stronger financial performance for the year ended 31 December 2025, reinforcing the Bank’s steady growth trajectory as it continues to strengthen its position within Nigeria’s banking industry. The performance was presented at the Bank’s 4th Annual General Meeting, where shareholders approved the Audited Financial Statements for the 2025 […]
2027: APC Forum raises concerns over primaries, calls for internal reforms
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The North-Central All Progressives Congress,APC Forum has expressed concerns over the conduct of the party’s recently concluded primary elections and called for reforms aimed at strengthening internal democracy within the ruling party. In a statement issued on Friday by its National Chairman, Alhaji Saleh Zazzaga, the Forum said the exercise generated […]
3rd anniversary: Youths to benefit from reforms in tech, agriculture, sports — Tinubu
“To our young people, I want you to know this nation believes in you. You are not a problem to be managed. You are the engine of Nigeria’s future,” the president said.
Photos: Early arrivals at Ojude Oba 2026 Festival
The festival, celebrated on the third day after Eid-el-Kabir, is one of Nigeria’s most prominent cultural events, attracting thousands of visitors yearly.
Ojude Oba: Cultural festival driving tourism, global attention to Ijebuland
Ojude Oba Festival has moved from being a colourful cultural gathering in Ijebuland to become one of Nigeria’s biggest tourism spectacles
Muslim faithful leave Mecca after hajj
“I can’t believe I completed the hajj,” said Ahmed Mamdouh, a 37-year-old Egyptian who performed the pilgrimage for the first time.
Okpebholo’s leadership, Edo State University, Zenith Bank: an ode to excellence
By John Mayaki There is an old saying that what gets rewarded gets repeated. In a country where many young people increasingly question whether hard work still pays, institutions must be deliberate about what they choose to celebrate. That is why the partnership between Zenith Bank Plc and Edo State University, Iyamho (ESUI), deserves plenty […]
3RD ANNIVERSARY: Waive hails Oborevwori’s transformational leadership in Delta
Member representing Ughelli North, Ughelli South and Udu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rt. Revd. Francis Ejiroghene Waive, has congratulated Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on his third anniversary in office, describing the governor’s achievements under the MORE Agenda as “worth more than gold.” Waive, in a goodwill message commemorating the […]
‘No humans on production floor’ – Honda CEO confesses about Chinese automakers
“From parts procurement to logistics management, everything at the facility was automated, and there were no humans on the production floor”
Strategic collaboration: Sanwo-Olu backs Africa defence exhibition, scout council
By Olasunkanmi Akoni Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed stronger support toward the successful hosting of the maiden Africa International Defence Exhibition, AFRIDEX. Sanwo-Olu, also expressed support for the Lagos State Scout Council following his formal investiture as the Patron of the association. He described AFRIDEX initiative as a strategic platform for collaboration, innovation […]
OIL&GAS: Reforms drive oil, gas investments but output challenges persist
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu raised hopes when he aggressively overhauled Nigeria’s oil and gas sector through executive orders, fiscal incentives for deepwater and gas developments, and the removal of deduction powers previously exercised by NNPC Limited.
Beulah: Restoring hope to child-amputees, driving inclusive education
“When Beulah was born, the diagnosis made it clear that amputation was the best option following the congenital deformity of her right limb”
FISCAL BLUES: Massive revenue increase, poor budget performance
*Borrowing escalates By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief President Bola Tinubu did not leave anyone in doubt when he promised to significantly increase the revenue of the federal government under his administration. He set the tone on his first day in office. During his swearing-in ceremony at the Eagle Square, in Abuja, on May 29, […]
Hoping Oloyede’s shoes won’t be too big for Aina
By Adesina Wahab After 10 years of serving as the Registrar/ Chief Executive Officer of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede is taking his leave. His exit, after two tenures of five years each, has to come to an end. President Bola Tinubu, has since announced the appointment of another Professor, Segun […]
Medical outreach treats Orogun patients of unaware hidden ailments
By Egufe Yafugborhi A two day medical outreach has ended in Orogun, Ughelli North Local Government Area, Delta state, with the medical team disclosing that some among over 400 beneficiaries were diagnosed and treated for medical conditions they were unaware of suffering. The health intervention, a charity by Amiwa Foundation in collaboration with Ajayi Adebayo […]
