By Udo Ibuot In the evening of life, many thinkers are usually left with the sorrowful impressions of the futility of human existence. They perceive how the teachings dispensed by institutions of learning enable them to acquire many superfluous things, while nothing is taught of those matters that are of vast importance in the conduct of human […]

A United Kingdom-based Nigerian businessman, Ahmed Karim Oshodi, has launched the GAAFURA Foundation to support less privileged members of society, with a focus on widows, orphans and young people in Lagos. Oshodi, who recently visited Nigeria, marked the foundation’s debut with the distribution of food items and clothing to widows and orphans in Surulere, Lagos, […]

By Progress Godfrey Cultural promoter, Lilian Ogechi, has been honoured with a Hall of Fame Award by Nma Alaigbo for her contribution to the promotion of Igbo culture and heritage. The recognition highlights her efforts in advancing the Igbo language, values and identity through sustained cultural advocacy and digital engagement. Ogechi, who runs the Adaigbo […]

In a move aimed at empowering young people across neighbouring communities of Okomu Oil Palm Company Plc, the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) has signed  partnership agreements with the Edo State Board for Technical and Vocational Education (BTVE) and the Edo State Skills Development Agency (EdoJobs). The agreements,  which build on […]

By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta Environmental experts, in collaboration with the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), have called for the expansion of waste-recycling capacity and stricter enforcement of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) as measures to tackle persistent flooding and erosion in Ogun State. The stakeholders attributed the environmental challenges largely to industrial pollution […]

…backs govt efforts By Paul Olayemi The Gabriel Sunano Foundation has called for the immediate and unconditional release of the kidnapped Chairman of Sapele Local Government Area, describing the incident as deeply troubling but expressing confidence in the ongoing efforts of government and security agencies to secure his freedom. In a statement issued on Friday, […]

By Emmanuel Okogba Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has launched CFD Copy Trading, a new feature that allows users to copy experienced traders and gain exposure to forex, commodities like gold and oil, and global indices, all directly from the Bitget platform. This launch comes after strong growth in Bitget’s CFD business, which […]

BY SOLOMON NDA-ISAIAH In a country where the true measure of leadership lies not in lofty rhetoric but in visible impact, the administration of Uba Sani is steadily carving out a reputation for purposeful governance. Since assuming office, Governor Sani has pursued a development agenda rooted in practical investments—particularly in education, infrastructure, and agriculture. These sectors […]

The lawmaker representing Apapa Federal Constituency, Dr Adesola Samuel Adedayo, on Friday, distributed standard school furniture to public schools in the constituency, reaffirming his commitment to advancing education. He said the move also aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Speaking during the presentation in Apapa, Adedayo said the intervention aims to improve learning […]

The South South Reawakening Group (SSRG) has appealed to President Bola Tinubu over funding concerns for the South South Development Commission (SSDC), warning that inadequate financial support could hinder the agency’s take-off.

The minister said that Nigeria’s reforms over two years had restored policy credibility and strengthened resilience against global economic shocks affecting many African economies.

By Steve Oko Panic, grief and disbelief have gripped Amakama community in Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State following a gruesome incident in which a former vigilante commander (name withheld) allegedly unleashed deadly violence that left multiple casualties. The tragic episode, which reportedly unfolded within a short span, has cast a dark shadow […]

Forest, 12 spots below fourth-placed Villa in the Premier League, defeated 10-man Porto 1-0 in Nottingham to secure a 2-1 aggregate success.

Hezbollah has not officially said if it will recognise the ceasefire but one of its lawmakers told AFP on Thursday that the group would respect it if Israeli attacks on its militants stopped.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced a consequential adjustment to the campaign timeline for the Osun State governorship election, following an earlier decision to move the poll by one week.