By Ozioruva Aliu, Benin CITY THE Senator representing Edo Central Senatorial District, Sen. Joseph Ikpea on Thursday commended Governor Monday Okpebholo’s decision to shut down some secondary schools in the state following a security concern raised by the Department of State Security (DSS) on the plan by some bandits to attack some schools in the […]

The Naira yesterday appreciated to N1,400 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,410 per dollar on Tuesday.

By Dayo Johnson, Akure The Senator representing Ondo North Senatorial District, Jide Ipinsagba, has called for intensified security surveillance across the district and Ondo State, urging stakeholders to take proactive steps to safeguard lives and property. Ipinsagba made the call amid growing concerns over security challenges nationwide, stressing that lasting peace and safety require the […]

By Theodore Opara Toyota Nigeria Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s economic development, with the company pledging to sustain investments in customer-focused mobility solutions, innovation and service delivery despite prevailing economic challenges. Managing Director of Toyota Nigeria Limited, Mr Kunle Ade-Ojo, made the commitment at the company’s 2026 Awards and Customer Night in […]

By Efe Onodjae TO promote enterprise development, accelerate innovation-driven growth, create jobs, boost foreign direct investment (FDI), the Federal Government and Bullion Strategic Synergy Limited are set to launch The New Nigeria Festival (TNNF) in Abuja, Federal Capital Territory. With the theme “Great Ideas, Bold Execution,” the festival, TNNF will make its debut at the […]

National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Seriake Dickson, has held a marathon meeting with former Kano State Governor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and senior party officials in a move aimed at strengthening unity within the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.

By Chioma Obinna On this year’s International Day of Play, the United Nations Children’s Fund, UNICEF, on Thursday raised alarm over worsening insecurity, overcrowded classrooms, and growing fear in schools across Nigeria, warning that millions of children are being denied their right to play, learn, and develop properly. Speaking during the 2026 International Day of […]

On this year’s World Blood Donor Day, the World Health Organisation, (WHO) on Wednesday raised concerns over persistent shortages in blood supply across the African Region, warning that millions of patients remain at risk due to inadequate access to safe blood and blood products.

President Bola Tinubu marked his third year in office recently, on May 29. The presidency rolled out the drums, placing a front-page advert in all the national newspapers to celebrate the president’s “achievements”. The advert was audaciously titled “Promises Delivered” and listed eight “promises” that President Tinubu supposedly “delivered”. Perversely, by proclaiming “promises delivered”, the Tinubu […]

By Martha Godwin Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) in Nigeria have been mandated to implement fresh technical, commercial and reporting obligations following the introduction of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission’s (NERC) Net Billing Regulations 2026. The regulation is designed to deepen renewable energy integration and allow electricity consumers with solar power systems and other renewable energy installations […]

… Seek urgent partnerships to tackle oncology, infrastructure deficitsBy Chioma Obinna Stakeholders at WHX Lagos 2026 have raised concerns over Nigeria’s widening cancer care gap and poor healthcare infrastructure, warning that urgent investments and stronger partnerships are needed to address the crisis. Global healthcare technology company SHINVA Medical Solutions and Hospital Assist Nigeria (HAN) used […]

Healthcare experts have raised concerns over Nigeria’s worsening maternal and child mortality crisis, warning that thousands of women continue to die during childbirth because they either receive poor care, arrive too late at hospitals, or are trapped by harmful cultural beliefs.

By Theodore Opara Zenith Bank Plc has emerged as one of the major winners at the 2026 Toyota Awards and Customers’ Night, clinching the prestigious Evergreen Customer of the Year Award in recognition of its position as Toyota (Nigeria) Limited’s most consistent customer over the last five years. The annual prestigeous awards held last Friday […]

The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has congratulated Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Dasuki on his appointment as the 13th Chief Imam of Ilorin. The Sultan described the emergence of the new Chief Imam as an act of destiny ordained by Allah. […]

…urges workers, labour unions to seek redress via lawful channels By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – THE Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr Joseph Utsev, has waded into the industrial unrest at the Lower Niger River Basin Development Authority (LNRBDA), Ilorin, Kwara State. According to a statement signed by the Director, Information and Public Relations, […]