103-year-old woman dies in Lagos fire incident
Tragedy struck again in Lagos on Friday as a 103-year-old woman lost her life in a fire outbreak that gutted her apartment at No. 8, Bola Street, off Kadara Street, Oyingbo, Lagos Mainland Local Government Area.
Amafini Ugeh festival this year harped on values of education – Ebimobowei
Opuedebubor community in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South West Local Government area, Delta state , has said its Amafini Ugeh festival this year harped more on the relevance of education in community development.
A Nation, a Whistle, and a Yellow Card Too Far: How do I explain this to my son?, by Stephanie Shaakaa
How does the Confederation of African Football think it is neutral to bring a biased referee to officiate Nigeria’s most important match at AFCON 2025
Nigeria 2026 outlook: Stability at last, but on narrow ledge
After years of monetary dominance, multiple budget operations, and currency market fragmentation, Nigeria is starting 2026 from a firmer macro footing
Borno ADC Transition Management Committee Chair, others invited by Police
By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri The Borno ADC transition management committee Chairman, Hon. Ali Wurge, the embattled state party Chairman, Umara Bolori among others were on Friday invited by the Police Commissioner, Nasir Abdulmajid over the crisis rocking the leadership of the party. Sources revealed. It was gathered that Hon. Wurge who shortly addressed Journalists at […]
Edo Deputy Governor caution against causing rift between him and the governor
By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – THE Deputy Governor of Edo State, Rt. Hon Dennis Idahosa has alleged that some persons were trying to cause a rift between him and the governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo but vowed that such plots would fail. In a statement personally signed by Idahosa, the deputy governor said he remained […]
Again, KWAM1 writes Abiodun, calls for nullification of Awujale nomination meeting
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta Popular Fuji musician, Alhaji Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM1, has again written to Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, alleging his exclusion from the ongoing process to select the next Awujale of Ijebuland and calling for the nullification of the nomination exercise to avert protracted litigation. In the latest […]
Canada’s DJ Chelsea wows attendees on the red carpet
One of the side attractions that would not be forgotten in a hurry by those who graced the award show was the electrifying performance by Canada-born female Afrobeats DJ, Chelsea.
Baby Mama, Baby Daddy and the child who learned Love through tension, by Stephanie Shaakaa
No one plans to become a baby mama. No one dreams of introducing the love of their life as a baby daddy. It never starts this way.
SEC raises capital base for market operators, gives 18 months to comply
By Peter Egwuatu The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced new minimum capital requirements for operators in Nigeria’s capital market, raising thresholds for stockbrokers, dealers, fund managers, issuing houses, and digital asset companies. In a circular released on Friday, the Commission unveiled a revised capital framework to replace the 2015 structure, giving operators until […]
LG boss reassures protesting Makoko residents, pledges empowerment
Dr Bayo Adefuye, Chairman of Yaba Local Council Development Area, Lagos State, has reassured residents of Makoko community, protesting against displacement, that the council was taking steps to reduce their hardship and ensure their welfare. Adefuye, a former Sole Administrator of the council, responded to questions on the protest by some Makoko residents at the […]
ODEGBAMI: Super Eagles – an end, a new beginning after AFCON 2025!
It is not an end. Rather, I choose to embrace it as the start of a new beginning. That’s how I see the exit of the Super Eagles from the title chase for AFCON 2025. Now, more than at any time in the recent past, I see the real possibility of the rebirth of the […]
Imam Abubakar did what leaders failed to do —Obi
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has mourned the death of Imam Abubakar Abdullahi, describing the late cleric as a rare example of humanity and moral courage whose actions saved lives and offered Nigeria a powerful lesson in leadership rooted in compassion. In a statement on Friday, the 2023 Labour […]
Presidential tax committee, tax ombud partner to protect taxpayers’ rights
As part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR’s efforts to strengthen fair and effective tax administration in Nigeria, the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee (PFPTRC) and the Office of the Tax Ombud are partnering to enhancing taxpayers’ trust and compliance through transparent mediation and accountability. According to a statement from the Office of […]
APC National chairman celebrates Chief Bisi Akande at 87
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has felicitated with elder statesman and former National Chairman of the party, Chief Bisi Akande, on the occasion of his 87th birthday, describing him as a priceless asset to the party and a towering figure in Nigeria’s progressive politics.
New genetic disorder causing diabetes in newborns
An international group of scientists has identified a previously unknown form of diabetes that affects babies. Using cutting-edge DNA sequencing and an advanced stem cell research model, the discovery sheds new light on how insulin-producing cells can fail early in life.
