EKEDC announces leadership transition: Engr. Olubunmi Peters is Chairman of new Board; Wola Joseph-Condotti appointed interim CEO
Lawal begins project inspection tour in LGs
50 Zamfara students get certificates nine years after graduation
Zamfara constitutes committee for Anka airstrip project
Panel visits Tsafe college for smooth transition to varsity
Lawal praises army’s gallantry, promises continuous collaboration
Kebbi varsity confers doctorate on Governor Lawal
Road trips in Nigeria, crime against self, by Ikechukwu Amaechi
Beyond wreaths: Giving meaning to Armed Forces Remembrance Day
The right and wrong of Trump’s invasion of Venezuela, by Olu Fasan
Standard Chartered appoints Dalu Ajene as CEO Africa

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Benin Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital celebrates retirees, honours outstanding staff
Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital (FNPH), Benin City, was agog with joy and celebration as management and staff gathered for the hospital’s 2025 end-of-year party,
Terrorism: Sokoto leaders decry threats by Bello Turji
“more than 20 settlements have been affected by the spate of threats and forced displacement.
Ibadan International Film Festival engages Olubadan, opens submissions for 5th edition
The final deadline for submissions is 30 April 2026. Full submission guidelines and further information are available on the official website www.iiff.ng
Legacy, leadership, and innovation take centre stage at “The Builder’s Odyssey” in Calabar
The Calabar International Convention Centre was aglow with colour, culture, and celebration on Friday as dignitaries, innovators, and guests converged for “The Builder’s Odyssey,” a landmark event celebrating three major milestones: the 10th anniversary of Nugi Technologies Nigeria Ltd, the 40th birthday of its founder, Mr. Ugi Augustine Ugi, and the official unveiling of his memoir, The Blood of the Phoenix: A Memoir of Sickle Cell, Faith and Service.
Our plans for workers’ welfare in 2026 —Maritime Workers Union
By Victor Ahiuma-Young The President-General of the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria, MWUN, Francis Bunu, has outlined ambitious plans for 2026, promising improved workers’ welfare, extensive training, manpower development programs, and the signing of more Collective Bargaining Agreements, CBAs, to boost remuneration across the maritime sector. Speaking during the union’s 2025 end-of-year celebration, Bunu said 2025 […]
Lions Club extends free eye care to Igbajo
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Lions Club International District 404B2 Nigeria extended its humanitarian services to Igbajo, Osun State, through a special eye outreach aimed at improving access to quality vision care for residents. The programme held today at the Esile Recreation Hall, featured free eye screening, blood pressure checks, sugar level tests, drug administration, and […]
Your first handshake happens online: Why your digital portfolio matters more than ever, by Ruth Oji
Last month, a colleague told me about a brilliant researcher she wanted to collaborate with. Before reaching out, she did what we all do: she Googled him. What she found was… nothing. No ORCID profile. No updated Google Scholar page. A LinkedIn profile with a blurry photo from 2015. “I felt like I was taking a […]
Armed Forces Day: Nigeria’s worth dying for, but what really are we celebrating?
By EBUKA UKOH Every January 15 since I can remember, Nigeria pauses. We lower flags. We lay wreaths. We release white pigeons into the sky. We stand still while the bugle sounds. We speak solemn words about sacrifice, valour, and duty. We call it Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day. And we should. But remembrance is […]
17 more abducted Kogi worshippers regain freedom
By Boluwaji Obahopo Lokoja—Seventeen out of the over 30 abducted worshippers of ECWA Church in Aiyetoro Kiri, Kogi State have regained their freedom. This was made known, yesterday, by National Publicity Secretary of the Aiyetoro-Kiri Development Association, Mr. Aledare Jide. He said: “The Aiyetoro Kiri Bunu Development Association, in collaboration with affected families and community […]
Wife kills husband, side chick, injures another in Ughelli North
By Akpokona Omafuaire UGHELLI —A yet-to-be identified housewife, a native of Isoko in Delta State, has killed her husband, side chick and injured one other person in Ighwre-Ovie area of Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. Vanguard learned that the woman, who is currently held at the Ughelli Area Command, macheted her husband […]
Elumelu as an architect of African transformation
By DAN AIBANGBE Tony Elumelu’s influence on the African business landscape is now undeniable, carrying a prestige comparable to global icons like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, or Nike in the fashion world. His track record is so formidable that it would likely impress even a figure of legend like King Midas. Ultimately, Elumelu’s ascent proves that in […]
Amadeo Business Summit 2025 recognises enterprise achievements in Enugu
The 2025 edition of the Amadeo Business Summit (ABS 4.0) came to a close on Friday, October 10, 2025, at the Amadeo Event Center, Enugu State, recognizing several organizations and individuals for their contributions to business growth, innovation, and enterprise development in Nigeria.
TAU VC, Prof. Fransisca Oladipo elected into CODATA board
The Vice-Chancellor of Thomas Adewumi University(TAU), Oko-irese in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Prof. Francisca OnaOlapo Oladipo has said
Prophet Sam Ojo to host 24-hour men’s prayer marathon in Ibadan
By Idowu Bankole Men from across the world are set to gather this Friday for a 24-hour Men’s Prayer Marathon hosted by Prophet Samuel Adebayo Ojo. The prayer programme is scheduled to commence at 6:00 a.m. on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Ori-Oke Ogo, opposite Coca-Cola, Asejire, Ibadan. According to the organisers, the marathon is […]
National Award scholars petition Education Minister over non-payment of funds
Beneficiaries of the Federal Government’s National Award Scholarship have formally petitioned the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa

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