Youth groups commend Tinubu over NCDC
Nigerian youth groups have commended President Bola Tinubu over the establishment of the North Central Development Commission (NCDC) and other regional development commissions, describing the initiative as an opportunity to accelerate development across the country. The groups made the commendation in separate statements on the sidelines of a stakeholders’ engagement organised by the NCDC in […]
Police, experts meet on 2027 election security
By Kingsley Omonobi The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is set to host the sixth Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers (CARSPO 2026) in Imo State from September 21 to 24, with election security expected to feature prominently in discussions ahead of the 2027 general elections. The conference, themed “Developing a Police Roadmap for Effective […]
FG Commissions KWASU ICT Centre for Youths
By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin The Federal Government has commissioned a TETFund/Renewed Hope Initiative-backed ICT Experience Centre at the Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, to equip Nigerian youths with digital skills needed to thrive in a modern and competitive world. Wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who was represented at the commissioning on Tuesday by […]
2027: Coalition asks INEC to recognise Faduri
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo A coalition of civil society organisations has appealed to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognise Oluwadare Joseph Faduri, popularly known as Fadojoe, as the presidential candidate of the Action Alliance (AA) for the 2027 general election. The Coalition of Civil Society Groups for Peace, Security, Good Governance, Equity and Justice […]
Higher SSB Tax may raise prices – Report warns
By Chidinma Chukwu, ABUJA A new report by ThinkBusiness Africa has warned that the proposed increase in Nigeria’s excise duty on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) could significantly raise prices of soft drinks, while its impact on obesity, diabetes and hypertension remains uncertain. The report examined the proposed amendment to the Customs, Excise Tariff, Etc. (Consolidation) Act […]
How noise is becoming an environmental threat in Lagos
By Divine grace Onosetale Lagos was never quiet. But there is a difference between the sound of a city and noise that begins to interfere with everyday life. From the blast of horns in Oshodi to the endless hum of generators in different parts of the state; from loudspeakers at markets and religious centres to […]
