The Nigerian military said security conditions in the South-East have improved significantly, following intensified troop operations and the imprisonment of separatist leaders Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and Simon Ekpa.

By Demola Akinyemi Ilorin—Panic has gripped Ile-Ere community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State following the abduction of the traditional ruler, HRH Oba Simeon Olaonipekun, and one of his sons, Olaolu, a serving National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, member. The monarch and his son were kidnapped on Wednesday evening when a gang of […]

MAAUN Group Founder/President, Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, has handed over a fully equipped facility in Abuja to the PRNigeria Academy, a major boost to media capacity building and professional training in Nigeria. The donation was announced during an unscheduled visit by the renowned education entrepreneur to the PRNigeria Centre in Kano, where he inspected ongoing […]

The Vice Chancellor of Bayero University Kano (BUK), Professor Haruna Musa, has commended the institution’s Class of 1992 for its “uninterrupted 10-year tradition” of philanthropy. Speaking at the group’s 33rd Anniversary dinner and 10th reunion, he lauded a fresh ₦5 million donation from the alumni to the university’s Indigent Students’ Account, noting that such partnerships […]

By Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, NCDMB, has launched the Nigerian Content Research, Innovation and Technology Challenge 2025/2026, calling on innovators, research institutions, academia, oil and gas service providers and the general public to submit technology-driven proposals aimed at solving key industry challenges. The initiative, which commenced in December 2025, […]

By Elizabeth Adegbesan Economic activity in Nigeria peaked in December 2025 as the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 57.6 points, the highest monthly expansion recorded in the year, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The increase from 56.4 points in November reflects a stronger and broad-based improvement in business conditions across key sectors […]

By Babajide Komolafe The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation, NDIC, has reaffirmed its strict compliance with fiscal and financial regulations, including the Fiscal Responsibility Act, FRA, 2007, stressing that it has consistently remitted the required portion of its earnings to the Federal Government. The Managing Director/Chief Executive of NDIC, Mr. Thompson Oludare Sunday, stated this during […]

By Progress Godfrey  ABUJA – Nigeria is set to deepen its participation in the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) in 2026, with the Federal Government moving to identify at least one exportable product in each of the country’s 774 local government areas as part of a broader strategy to scale production, boost non-oil exports […]

Miss Universe Nigeria 2025, Onyinyechi Basil, has declared that her participation in the global Miss Universe competition was never just about winning a crown but also about representing Nigeria with authenticity, courage, and purpose. Speaking at her official welcome-back reception held recently at Silverbird Galleria, Lagos, Basil reflected on her experience in Thailand, describing it […]

By Chioma Obinna The Board of Trustees and Management Team of the Dr. Osahon Enabulele Foundation (DOEF) have called for renewed commitment to ethical leadership, good governance and responsible citizenship, declaring that collective action remains critical to addressing Nigeria’s socio-economic challenges and securing sustainable national development in 2026. Welcoming citizens, partners, volunteers and stakeholders to […]

The Ruby Awareness Initiative Foundation (RAIF) has successfully hosted its maiden Youth Carnival for young people across Delta State, adding colour, music, and excitement to the yuletide festivities. The carnival stood out as one of the major youth-centric events held in the state during the festive season, drawing attention for its blend of entertainment, advocacy, […]

Dr. Awakan made this assertion while speaking as a special guest at the 19th edition of Culturati, Nigeria’s flagship culture and arts festival

By James Ogunnaike In an era where sustainability, innovation, and efficiency are reshaping the global mining landscape, Enoch Nii-Okai has emerged as a mining and minerals engineer whose work is increasingly recognized for advancing data-driven, safety-focused, and sustainability-oriented mining practices across industry and academia. His growing influence reflects a broader shift toward integrating engineering rigor […]

By Jimoh Babatunde Lagos is set to become the focal point of Africa’s tourism transformation agenda as the African Travel Commission (ATC) hosts a landmark Pan-African Tourism Summit and Exhibition February at Eko Hotel & Suites, Lagos. The high-level continental gathering is aimed at repositioning tourism as a strategic driver of economic growth, regional integration and […]

By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Kebbi State Government has intensified efforts to restore water supply to residents of Birnin Kebbi metropolis, assuring that normal services will resume within a few days following an unexpected disruption at the Birnin Kebbi Water Works. A statement by the Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the Kebbi State Governor, Yahaya […]